Terry Dixon contributed: snip > >He used a length of thin multistrand, twisted brass wire >which we can get in the UK for hanging pictures in frames, >I think it is probably universally available. The wire >was attached to a ring at each end for gripping (perhaps >11/2" diameter curtain rings or those rings used for >keys). The inherent twist of the wire gives a texture >which will cut adhesives such as silicone but the wire is >soft enough not to cause damage to harder components such >as hard engraving brass dials (or windscreen glass). >
Now that's a hot tip to be carefully stored for future use. Oh this wonderful List! Thanks Terry! Tony Moss