Abstract: A method for protecting surface finishes, sealing cracks, joints, and seams, and enhancing the aesthetic value of a surface includes the step of applying a multi-purpose flexible coating compound to the surface. The compound also has utility in the field of decorative writing, artistic creations, and creative doodling. The method further includes the steps of repeatedly stripping the compound from a surface and repeatedly re-applying the compound to the surface. The compound is a one to one mixture by volume of a brush caulking compound and a dimensional fabric paint. The amount of each ingredient in the compound may vary by twenty per cent so that the brush caulk may range from thirty to seventy per cent of the mixture as may the dimensional fabric paint.

Abstract: A resilient capturing bead of silicone rubber is deposited and cured inside a tubular watch band endpiece and functions to frictionally engage a spring bar connector inserted in the endpiece, retaining the spring bar connector in proper position during assembly of the band and endpiece to a watchhead. The endpiece typically includes an access opening through which the capturing bead material is introduced into the endpiece.