[ricardopalamino]

Hi , I just received this watch but don't know how to release the stem and crown . There is no arrow to show the release lever . I tried the screw by the stem but that doesn't seem to work . There is a small hole that I can see a little lever move through and I tried that in all 3 crown positions with no luck . I am not sure if that lever is the right point and I don't want to damage anything . A little help would be appreciated . This watch has a Lions Head on the crest where a 5 would usually be . Thanks , Louis




A better pic of the lions head logo..

 

[Dutchsiberia]

That lever might have a little dimple in it, showing where to push? Usually in the hands setting position. (or when you can access the dimple the easiest)
Sometimes I remove the circuit for a better look on the mechanism. I think you can remove the circuit and the metal plate around the coil (start with that first) to take a better look. Don't remove the backplate for the gears! (and don't touch the coil of course )

 

[ricardopalamino]

That lever might have a little dimple in it, showing where to push? Usually in the hands setting position. (or when you can access the dimple the easiest)
Sometimes I remove the circuit for a better look on the mechanism. I think you can remove the circuit and the metal plate around the coil (start with that first) to take a better look. Don't remove the backplate for the gears! (and don't touch the coil of course )

Thank You Dutchsiberia , Your help hit the nail on the head . I didn't read your post until I decided to investigate . There was not the usual dimples , lever , or screw that was obvious....so it was time for exploratory surgery .



Next , as you suggested , I removed the coil plate....



Next came the circuit block....Then the plastic plate...


And there in it's dimpled glory was the release lever



And Out with the crown and stem..



Much Mahalos to you Amigo...I appreciate the help and support

Aloha , Louis

 

[Dutchsiberia]

Nice work! I'm glad it worked out And now it's easier to see if there's any battery acid damage and you can see it any contacts need cleaning. I suggested to remove the coil plate first, because I couldn't see if the circuit extended under the plate

 

[ricardopalamino]

The circuit block did extend under the coil block plate with the contact to the coil . Zero battery damage anywhere . For now I took the movement out , cleaned the case and bracelet , oiled the 4 pivot jewels and bushing , and lubed the sliding pinion and stem . It looks happy as it ticks away .
Do you or anyone have any history on the Lions Head in the crest ? That's really why I bought the watch.

 

[Dutchsiberia]

I vaguely recollect a South Korean connection, It wás mentioned on the forum? (while ago) (but I could be completely wrong of course)

 

[ricardopalamino]

I haven't gotten very far in my search for info on the Lions Head crest but your reference to a South Korean connection seems the most logical .








I know it is not a quality watch....just a novelty .

 

[luaprg]

Thanks chaps... Looked at three posts on other forums and still couldn't figure out where the damn dimple was. ricardopalamino's piccies nailed it for me...

Cheers

 

[whakapapa]

A big thanks goes out to ricardo

Your photos with accompanying explanations were spot on and very helpful.

I had just posted the same question last night.

 

[Willemdb]

And thank you, Dutchsiberia! I was able to replace the crystal on my Seiko 8223-5040 watch from your reply! First time ever I did any watch repair!

 

[Willemdb]

The circuit block did extend under the coil block plate with the contact to the coil . Zero battery damage anywhere . For now I took the movement out , cleaned the case and bracelet , oiled the 4 pivot jewels and bushing , and lubed the sliding pinion and stem . It looks happy as it ticks away .
Do you or anyone have any history on the Lions Head in the crest ? That's really why I bought the watch.

The circuit block did extend under the coil block plate with the contact to the coil . Zero battery damage anywhere . For now I took the movement out , cleaned the case and bracelet , oiled the 4 pivot jewels and bushing , and lubed the sliding pinion and stem . It looks happy as it ticks away .
Do you or anyone have any history on the Lions Head in the crest ? That's really why I bought the watch.

Thank you! I just did my first watch repair ever using your photos! New crystal on my Seiko 8223-5040.