I'm putting a very small Bulova Caravelle back together and would like to know the proper way to get the tiny balance cap jewel retaining springs back in position. They are the type with the three tabs. My watch repair has been limited to pocket watches and although I have done this before, I am convinced there must be a better way.

Thank you,

Bruce Aldo

I saw a tool on ebay for this purpose. It was a Elgin tool,but I'm sure it would have worked with the Bulova too.

Bruce,
Here's a set of tools for you.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=...item=5003436900&rd=1

Yep,
Those Kif tools are really useful. IF you don't have them, you could put them in with your tweezer. I recommend putting a piece of plastic wrap on top of the kif when you go to put it in. Once they get away on you, that's it. I think there is a section in Fried's book on replacing the different types of shock protection which includes the KIflector and incablock.