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Can expansion watch bands be shortened?

Can expansion watch bands be shortened?

The watch bands are extremely hard wearing and robust. Expansion bands can generally be shortened or lengthened. In order to do this then individual links must be removed or added in the amount required. Separate the watch band by sliding sideways.

How do you shorten a metal watch band?

Pinch the band evenly from the clasp until it is the proper size. Make sure you have an equal number of links on either side of the clasp that need to be removed. This will make sure the watch itself stays centered on the wrist band. Write down the number of links that need to be removed from either side of the clasp.

How can I size my watch band?

Metal Watch Band Length Find your wrist size by wrapping a tape measure or a piece of string around your wrist. Next, find your watch head size. Minus your watch head measurement from your wrist size measurement.

How to size a watch band?

Cut out the length chart below along the dotted lines.

  • Measure your wrist.
  • Measure the case size of the watch. NOTE: see ‘Kohl’s case sizing guide’ if you need help.
  • Subtract your wrist length from step 2 by the case size in step 3 – this will determine your band size.

    • How do you adjust a Bulova Watch Band?

    To adjust the band of a Bulova Caravelle watch, use two jeweler’s screwdrivers, protective material and a clamp to remove the screws and make necessary adjustments. This is for Caravelle bands with a twin-screw assembly holding the links. It is a three-step process to adjust a Bulova Caravelle watch band.

    How can I adjust the watch band?

    How to adjust the watch band. Cotter Pin Links – you can tell a band that is held together by cotter pins by looking at the edges of the band. If there is a smooth pin end on one side and the other end has a very thing groove over the top, you’ll likely dealing with a cotter pin.