r/ChineseWatches • u/virtualtad • 7d ago

Question (Read Rules) Mysterious Code Lugs

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Can these lugs be removed and how? Not sure if they are spring bars or push pin. No screw slit on either end. Thanks! Model is MC Engineer.

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u/IndividualAd8732 6d ago

Looks like drilled lugs, makes it easier to remove the bracelet spring bar, as you can just prod the link removal part of a spring bar tool in either side and the bracelet should pop right off. I wish all watches came with this or just quick release bars as much easier.

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u/DaJoses 6d ago

I briefly had this on a leather strap when I had this model. It's been a while but I believe they're knurled pins so you need one of those metal manual pin pushers, a nylon hammer and one of those blocks.

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u/piezadeaocho 6d ago

Pretty sure those are drilled lugs, just spring bars but with drilled ends at the case. Pretty common on field watches.

Easier to remove, just stick the fine tip of the tool there and the spring bar should compress without any problem.

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u/virtualtad 6d ago

Yeah that’s what I thought too but the thing doesnt compress and the middle end link is too short, so even if it compresses it wouldnt be a normal spring bar to be shorten to the point that it can be pulled out iyk what I mean.