Terry Dixon contributed:

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>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

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