How Do You Remove Links From A Timex Watchband?
Timex watchbands, also called bracelets, come from the manufacturer in standard sizes. If your watchband is too long, measure your wrist and the inner diameter of the watchband to determine how many links you need to remove. The pins are designed to be difficult to remove so the watchbands will last a long time. To remove links from a Timex watchband, begin from the center back link and work your way out. This ensures the links will be the same width, if the band is tapered, and the watchband will go back together properly. Position the watchband so it is either upright or face-down on a solid table. Place the jeweler’s tool almost flat against the band, and firmly push the point up and into the top section of the band’s center link. Keep pushing until the pin slides out. If the pin will not budge, tap gently on the bottom of the jeweler’s tool or screwdriver with the tack hammer. Remove the number of pins necessary to make the band small enough. Reconnect the loose ends by sliding the
