splke 4,383 Posted January 28, 2016 now then lovers bit of advice please I bought a Tudor bb m2m with no pearl and I now have come to fit the new one I easily took the old shroud out of the bezel insert and cleaned the hole out New one fits nice and snug but won't stay long less I stick it Not wanting to get shite all over bezel insert cos I'm a bit kak handed would thread lock hold it ? Super glue can be messy with any excess showing ! And araldite too . What do you suggest please ? Thanks in advance Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MetalMickey 179 Posted January 28, 2016 Personally I'd use super glue, but I would then have super glue all over my fingers, the pearl and the watch. I don't think anything lesser would hold it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BluffCityBandit 0 Posted January 28, 2016 Someone may chime in with a better idea, but the pearls I've had to replace or messed with always required glue. It takes just the tiniest amount. Apply with a toothpick or similar. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andyboy 5 Posted January 28, 2016 Superglue stick a blob on to a bit of cardboard. Then use a pin/needle to apply it to the inside of the hole in the insert. That way you don`t risk using too much and having an overspill on the insert. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nunu78 1,741 Posted January 28, 2016 Superglue stick a blob on to a bit of cardboard. Then use a pin/needle to apply it to the inside of the hole in the insert. That way you don`t risk using too much and having an overspill on the insert. +1, nothing else will work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nikosaldente 630 Posted January 28, 2016 G-S Hypo Cement...Easy to use, can't go wrong, plenty of working time! Most of the jewlers use it to fix pearls on earings etc. Used it to fix my PO http://www.rwg.bz/board/index.php?showtopic=112797&hl=&fromsearch=1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splke 4,383 Posted January 28, 2016 Cheers chaps well I have had ago with a pin and super glue bit on bezel but not much Now to test if it has worked ... How much pressure dare I apply ! Gas hypo cement looks cool see if I can get some looks like it will be from Acme company maybe road runner can drop some off for me meep meep Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Duzza 182 Posted January 28, 2016 Personally I would use a 2 part epoxy. Many benefits but the key one being its thick enough to not run Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadPickle 2,747 Posted January 28, 2016 Definitely NOT superglue, the risk assessment is too great, it dries far too fast with no room for error, go to wilkies next to the trinity centre and buy their 2 part epoxy, gives you more working time with the same bonding power. Using the same method as our (my) favourite moderator Where did you get the pearl from? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hendrix4life 0 Posted January 28, 2016 Gonna have to agree with the super glue on a toothpick idea, sophisticated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted January 28, 2016 As above, get some 2 part epoxy and put it on some cardboard, then use a cocktail stick to apply it. Hold down firm for a couple minutes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LunchMoney 1 Posted January 28, 2016 I saw this and it might also work for your application: https://www.thegrommet.com/bondic You use a light to activate the glue. Clean up all the mess before you commit to where you put the glue. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splke 4,383 Posted January 28, 2016 Got some araldite somewhere will dig it out We have our own Wilkos in Morley pickles love it's ace Got pearl from that place you told me about love .. Erm Yvonne's ? Anyway dead good and about 7 quid delivered happy as pig in shit cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splke 4,383 Posted January 28, 2016 I saw this and it might also work for your application: https://www.thegrommet.com/bondic You use a light to activate the glue. Clean up all the mess before you commit to where you put the glue. that looks ace i need to play with that stuff Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splke 4,383 Posted January 28, 2016 pearl from http://www.helenarou.com/ dead good and helpful Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SackOHammers 0 Posted January 29, 2016 I work with CA (superglue) quite a bit. You just need the right tool for the job. Stick one of these on the end of your bottle and you will have insane amount of control. And you will be able to deploy a micro dot of it: http://www.hobbylinc.com/htm/gpm/gpmgpmr6033.htm Just google for "CA tip". Also, they make CA with various drying times. Get the longer drying. And just have some Acetone on hand to clean it up. Wipes the glue right off your fingers and anything else. If you don't know what acetone is, just go get your wife's nail polish remover (it is mostly acetone). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genius 281 Posted January 29, 2016 If you are going to a 2 part epoxy (which is what I would use) don't get the Wilkinsons cheap stuff it's crap. Spend a little bit more and get one that will actually work, it comes with a little tray to mix it in and a spatula to mix with, which is worth the extra money itself IMO Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MetalMickey 179 Posted January 29, 2016 TINKER FIGHT!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splke 4,383 Posted February 4, 2016 thanks for all the advice guys here it is after a bit of araldite applied with a pin, put it on a strap recommended by Gazzla from sectime Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mag8 0 Posted February 4, 2016 wow, clean job and great lume on the pearl! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dfq23 131 Posted February 4, 2016 wow, clean job and great lume on the pearl! You're determined to get your fifty posts and sell that watch ain't ya! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadPickle 2,747 Posted February 4, 2016 Nice job spike Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
