The Hand Remover Set

What this set is

The Hand Remover Set is a small bench kit for pulling watch hands and dial pointers without bending them. The tools are made of stainless steel, so they hold their edge and wipe clean after a session. The round tool measures 2.17 in (5.5 cm) across, which gives you a steady grip on the presser. The hand remover plate measures 1.38 x 1.02 in (3.5 x 2.6 cm), sized to sit over a dial and lift a hand straight up.

This is a tool set for watch hands and dial pointers. It is not a spring bar tool and it is not a link remover. If you are sizing a bracelet, reach for a link removal tool instead. If you are pulling a movement, this is the set that gets the hands off first.

Sizes and pack options

Every tool in the set is stainless steel. The two working pieces have fixed dimensions, and the pack options change how many pieces you receive.

Pack options at checkout:

• 7 pieces
• 5 pieces
• 3 pieces
• 2 pieces
• 2 pieces, style 2

If you work on one watch at a time, a smaller pack keeps the bench tidy. If you run a bench for friends or you like a spare on hand, the larger packs give you more pieces to rotate. The two 2 piece options differ in style, so pick the one that matches the shape you prefer in hand.

How to use it

Work on a clean bench with a soft mat under the watch. A movement holder keeps the case steady while both hands are free.

1. Open the case back and remove the movement, or support the case so the dial faces up.
2. Slide the hand remover plate under the hand you want to lift. The plate protects the dial from the tool.
3. Press the round tool down on the plate so the hand lifts straight up off its post. Keep the pressure even.
4. Lift the hand away with a pair of tweezers and set it face up on a tray.
5. Repeat for each hand, working from the seconds hand to the hour hand.
6. When you press hands back on, use a hand presser and check the alignment before you close the case.

A few habits keep the job clean. Support the dial so it cannot flex. Keep the plate flat against the dial. Pull straight up, not at an angle. If a hand feels stuck, stop and check for a bent post before you add more pressure.

Who this set suits

This set suits anyone who swaps dials, changes hands, or services a movement at home. It pairs well with a spring bar tool for strap changes and a link removal tool for bracelet sizing, so a small bench covers most jobs. The stainless steel body stands up to repeated use and wipes down at the end of a session.

If you are new to watch work, start with a larger pack so you have a spare plate while you learn the feel of the lift. If you already keep a bench, a smaller pack tops up what you use most.

Care

Wipe each tool clean with a dry cloth after use. Keep the set away from water. Store the pieces in a watch box or a small tray so the edges stay true and the plate does not pick up scratches. A dry drawer or a bench top away from moisture is enough.