How to shorten the bracelet on a Casio watch?
Casio is one of the leaders in the watchmaking market. The company's products are reliable and durable. Among its products you can find both budget models and unique branded products.
Product Features
Watches of this company are unique products. There are several main features of these structures:
- Mechanisms. All company watches Casio equipped with only quartz or electronic systems. If you decide to buy classic mechanical products, then they are not found here. Quartz watch movements are based on designs "Miyota"developed by Citizen. The battery can last no more than 3 years, but there are modifications whose service life exceeds 10 years. More modern varieties of watches are equipped with a special system "Tough Solar"which charges the internal battery from the sun. All spare parts are highly reliable and accurate.
- Frame. Budget watch models are equipped with a brass or plastic frame, although this does not affect the design characteristics of the product. There are also products with a metal coating. Expensive designs are already equipped with a titanium case.Sometimes you can find frames made of aluminum and titanium alloys, which gives them originality and strength.
- glass for such products, they are obtained on the basis of various natural minerals or plastic (hesalite). Expensive modifications can be equipped with sapphire screens.
Popular problem - simple solution
The large size of the buckle on the watch is one of the most popular problems encountered when buying such a product. This is especially important for models with metal straps, consisting of many small links. This problem can be solved by shortening the length.
Please note that it is quite possible to perform this operation at home. But if you are not sure that you can properly disassemble the strap, then it is better to take the structure to the repair, where it will be adjusted to your size.
You can reduce the bracelet from Casio watches at home by following the following sequence:
- It is possible to remove the link in such devices only on one side. In most models, the latch is on the right. But before adjusting, it is better to find out from which side to start dismantling. This can be done by looking at the metal rods that fix the link. They should be slightly recessed into the groove.
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To reduce or replace a link, you need to pull out the pin connecting two adjacent elements. To do this, use an ordinary needle, which pushes the fasteners. Please note that the element is mounted on two pins. Therefore, you need to remove both of them to remove the link.
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After that, the separated parts are connected to each other. They are fixed using the same pins that need to be inserted into place. Before cutting the links, do not forget to calculate the required number of links that need to be removed.
This simple algorithm will allow you to easily adjust all the characteristics of the strap. Before performing these operations, it is important to read the instructions, as well as understand the design features of such products.
Different approaches to different models
The design features of the watch straps of this manufacturer suggest the presence of metal links. The shape and size of such parts may be different, but they are connected according to the same principle. Therefore, the technology of shortening such modifications as Casio AMW 700, Edifice, AQW 100d 1avef, Paw 1100, Protrek, G Shock similar to that described in the previous section.
But the owners do not recommend performing such operations on their own. It is better to entrust them to an experienced specialist who will do everything quickly and without any damage.
How to choose the right one?
The length of the watch strap can vary over a very wide range. But for each person, an individual value will be considered comfortable. That's why it is important when buying a watch to pay attention to this accessory, which can be made of both leather and metal links.
You can choose the right bracelet length using a few simple ways:
- First measure the diameter of the wrist. The size of the case is subtracted from the obtained value and then the distance is added to the fourth hole on the strap. This approach is considered standard, but not always universal.
- The easiest way to find out what size you need - This is to measure the length of the strap from the old watch. This is easy to do with a special meter.
- Fitting. If you decide to buy a watch and do not know the exact size of the bracelet, you can simply try it on.In this case, you should not buy products that are too tight on the arm. It is better to give preference to those that have several spare holes for adjustment. Thus, you can independently control the length you need. Please note that experts recommend buying straps that form a gap between it and the hand of about one centimeter.
How to distinguish the original from a fake?
Products Casio is very popular in the world, which leads to the emergence of a large number of fakes. A defective product can be identified by several characteristics:
- Marking. The model name and module number must be printed on the surface of the watch and on the packaging. It should be noted that these values are not unique and may be present on many modifications. In this case, this information must be located on the back of the watch. Also using this alphanumeric combination, you can easily find information about a specific model on the official website. All data on the body and box must match.
- Package. All watches of this company are sold in the original packaging, which is visually distinguished by good quality indicators. So, for example, a watch model g-shock packed in a round metal jar with a foam lining. Some modifications are equipped with hexagonal containers. If you bought a product in paper or low-quality metal packaging, then there is a high probability of acquiring a fake. All original cans have a special number that is stamped on the inside of the can.
- Accompanying documents. All watches are supplemented with instructions, which are translated into several languages.Moreover, in addition to this, the products must be issued with an official warranty from the manufacturer or an authorized dealer. The warranty card must be signed by the seller and the buyer. It must also have a special hologram and a unique number.
- It is also important to pay attention to the quality of the instructions. If it is printed on cheap paper and has only a few sheets, then it is definitely a fake. A poor quality product is also evidenced by poor translation, which could be carried out with the help of automatic translator programs.
- Frame. This part is the main one and must be assembled with high quality. If during inspection you find any irregularities or minor damage, then this is definitely a fake. Each of the watch models is made only from special materials, which have many distinctive features. Therefore, it is important to first study the full information about the purchased watch. The glass should not sag, and the back cover must be engraved and a special sticker indicating how to dispose of the movement.
Reviews
Watch owners Casio note their practicality and reliability. Moreover, each of the specific modifications has unique characteristics:
- G-Shock. This series is distinguished by the presence of a shock-resistant case (according to reviews, it is simply indestructible), water resistance, solar power and a smart crown.
- "ProTrek". The watches of this model are characterized by modern and high-quality functionality. These devices are equipped with everything you need - from a regular stopwatch to a barometer or compass.
- "Edifice". This line is suitable for fans of motor sports.There are no impact-resistant case and compass, but there are several types of stopwatches and tachometers. There are also models whose arrows can be controlled using a special program on the phone.
Casio watches are unique pieces for the most sophisticated watch lovers. With their help, you can not only effectively manage time, but also create original images.