stumfelter Posted August 1, 2021 Report Share Posted August 1, 2021 While clearing out my dad's mancave (he's got dementia) I came across this and haven't got a clue what it's for. I thought surely someone on pw will know so here goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ditchman Posted August 1, 2021 Report Share Posted August 1, 2021 (edited) its either a tool for compressing circlips...prior to installing them or a tool for undoing threaded inserts...you can see the different types of holes it will suit ...round...oblong..square... something like the threaded plate that secures a firing pin on a shotgun......but bigger.... thats my thought !!!! edit ....the rubber end bit ...does it turn a threaded rod ? Edited August 1, 2021 by ditchman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stumfelter Posted August 1, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2021 14 minutes ago, ditchman said: its either a tool for compressing circlips...prior to installing them or a tool for undoing threaded inserts...you can see the different types of holes it will suit ...round...oblong..square... something like the threaded plate that secures a firing pin on a shotgun......but bigger.... thats my thought !!!! edit ....the rubber end bit ...does it turn a threaded rod ? The rubber bit is just a cap, I'm intrigued now. It's adjustable and the hex headed bolts lock the sliding rings in place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enfieldspares Posted August 1, 2021 Report Share Posted August 1, 2021 A multi tool removing various manufacturer gear cassettes from bicycles? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pushkin Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 Stumfelter, what did your dad do for a living Pushkin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stumfelter Posted August 2, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 4 hours ago, Pushkin said: Stumfelter, what did your dad do for a living Pushkin He was a joiner but was like a magpie and over the years managed to collect random bits and bobs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robden Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 (edited) It's an old model, for removing the screwback cases of watches. Different shapes for different cases, and they slide for different sizes. I have/had one and used it many times. Here's a more modern one: https://www.onbuy.com/gb/adjustable-opener-watch-repair-tool-remover-back-case-wrench-cover-watchmakers~c11143~p25621520/?exta=cjunct&lid=58621109&stat=eyJpcCI6IjQuNDAwMCIsImRwIjoiMC4wMDAwIiwibGlkIjo1ODYyMTEwOSwicyI6IjEwMCIsInQiOjE2Mjc3MTIzMzUsImJtYyI6IjIuMCJ9&source=cjLeft+My+Tag&AID=13876643&CJEVENT=bd25e409f35411eb8138f6fc0a18050e Edited August 2, 2021 by Robden Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldypigeonpopper Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 (edited) Hello, I would say , something to do with bicycles, depending on the size of that shaft, Edited August 2, 2021 by oldypigeonpopper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robden Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 6 minutes ago, oldypigeonpopper said: Hello, I would say , something to do with bicycles See above. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Officer Barbrady Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 2 hours ago, Robden said: It's an old model, for removing the screwback cases of watches. Different shapes for different cases, and they slide for different sizes. I have/had one and used it many times. Here's a more modern one: https://www.onbuy.com/gb/adjustable-opener-watch-repair-tool-remover-back-case-wrench-cover-watchmakers~c11143~p25621520/?exta=cjunct&lid=58621109&stat=eyJpcCI6IjQuNDAwMCIsImRwIjoiMC4wMDAwIiwibGlkIjo1ODYyMTEwOSwicyI6IjEwMCIsInQiOjE2Mjc3MTIzMzUsImJtYyI6IjIuMCJ9&source=cjLeft+My+Tag&AID=13876643&CJEVENT=bd25e409f35411eb8138f6fc0a18050e This for me. With no other size reference this absolutely ticks the boxes 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robden Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 3 hours ago, Officer Barbrady said: This for me. With no other size reference this absolutely ticks the boxes 👍 It is correct. Just been looking for the one I used to use many years ago, but must of thrown it out or lost it, after buying a modern one......also many years ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stumfelter Posted August 2, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 9 hours ago, Robden said: It's an old model, for removing the screwback cases of watches. Different shapes for different cases, and they slide for different sizes. I have/had one and used it many times. Here's a more modern one: https://www.onbuy.com/gb/adjustable-opener-watch-repair-tool-remover-back-case-wrench-cover-watchmakers~c11143~p25621520/?exta=cjunct&lid=58621109&stat=eyJpcCI6IjQuNDAwMCIsImRwIjoiMC4wMDAwIiwibGlkIjo1ODYyMTEwOSwicyI6IjEwMCIsInQiOjE2Mjc3MTIzMzUsImJtYyI6IjIuMCJ9&source=cjLeft+My+Tag&AID=13876643&CJEVENT=bd25e409f35411eb8138f6fc0a18050e That seems a good shout but it seems a bit agricultural, it's seven inches long. Thinking along ditchmans lines could it be for removing primers from artillery shells etc as he liked a bit of militaria? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ditchman Posted August 3, 2021 Report Share Posted August 3, 2021 On 02/08/2021 at 16:38, stumfelter said: That seems a good shout but it seems a bit agricultural, it's seven inches long. Thinking along ditchmans lines could it be for removing primers from artillery shells etc as he liked a bit of militaria? HHHmmmmmmm....................setting fuses maybe ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
williamwansbeck Posted August 3, 2021 Report Share Posted August 3, 2021 Half a bipod Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robden Posted August 4, 2021 Report Share Posted August 4, 2021 It’s a watch case back opening tool. 100%. Just had it confirmed on the watch forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldypigeonpopper Posted August 4, 2021 Report Share Posted August 4, 2021 Hello, how big are the watches ???? 🤔 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JKD Posted August 4, 2021 Report Share Posted August 4, 2021 56 minutes ago, oldypigeonpopper said: Hello, how big are the watches ???? 🤔 The gap between the fittings is probably only 25mm and adjustable along the shaft. Also probably used for clocks/timepieces/scientific/measuring equipment with sealed backs, but larger diameters than watches 👨🔧🤷♂️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldypigeonpopper Posted August 4, 2021 Report Share Posted August 4, 2021 Just now, JKD said: The gap between the fittings is probably only 25mm and adjustable along the shaft. Also probably used for clocks/timepieces/scientific/measuring equipment with sealed backs, but larger diameters than watches 👨🔧🤷♂️ Hello, thankyou, years ago I bought a job lot of watches and watch makers tools and thinking back there was one similar to that, my memory 🙄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JKD Posted August 4, 2021 Report Share Posted August 4, 2021 Just now, oldypigeonpopper said: Hello, thankyou, years ago I bought a job lot of watches and watch makers tools and thinking back there was one similar to that, my memory 🙄 To be honest I wouldn't want that one near any of my watches, but it hasn't been looked after, just stuck in a toolbox [probably] in the man-cave 😉 Interesting item though 😊 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldypigeonpopper Posted August 4, 2021 Report Share Posted August 4, 2021 Just now, JKD said: To be honest I wouldn't want that one near any of my watches, but it hasn't been looked after, just stuck in a toolbox [probably] in the man-cave 😉 Interesting item though 😊 Hello, it does look a bit heath Robinson, saying that when I started in Engineering we use to make all kinds of tools that had a particular purpose, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stumfelter Posted August 4, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2021 11 hours ago, Robden said: It’s a watch case back opening tool. 100%. Just had it confirmed on the watch forum. I thought it seems a bit too agricultural to have around watches but I must defer to your superior knowledge. Thanks for clearing that up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old farrier Posted August 4, 2021 Report Share Posted August 4, 2021 (edited) 44 minutes ago, stumfelter said: I thought it seems a bit too agricultural to have around watches but I must defer to your superior knowledge. Thanks for clearing that up. Old watches were agricultural back when that was made along with the fuses and timers on bombs and ordinance you could probably unscrew that primer with it Edited August 4, 2021 by Old farrier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted August 4, 2021 Report Share Posted August 4, 2021 36 minutes ago, Old farrier said: along with the fuses and timers on bombs and ordnance you could probably unscrew that primer with it Usually done at the factory with a phosphor bronze peg spanner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stumfelter Posted August 4, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2021 2 hours ago, Old farrier said: Old watches were agricultural back when that was made along with the fuses and timers on bombs and ordinance you could probably unscrew that primer with it That seems more along the lines of what I pictured. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old farrier Posted August 4, 2021 Report Share Posted August 4, 2021 2 hours ago, TIGHTCHOKE said: Usually done at the factory with a phosphor bronze peg spanner. I’m sure you’re correct however on one of the episodes of foyals war there was a bomb disposal man using a similar tool just putting a bit of excitement into this image it’s on the mantlepiece and the kids say grandad what’s that reply 1 it’s for taking the backs off watches boaring🤔 reply 2 it’s for defusing bombs but I don’t use it much anymore 😂 is probably the coolest answer 👍😃 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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