Broken Ceramic Insert

[Kaioken x20]

wow this is the first time i've ever seen the ceramic bezel break

[EddieK12]

Originally Posted by JacksonStone

Bas gave us the Swiss price. The CHF is nearly on the penny with the dollar right now, but all that tells us is the conversion of the Swiss price; that doesn't mean that's what US RSCs charge for the part. I would guess you're right that if the LVc insert's part cost is $630, a BLRO insert is going to be more.

OP, when you get a quote, would you be good enough to update the thread so we know?

Absolutely man! Lots of positive unexpected energy here and I'm loving it!!!
To everyone with the negative attitude and advice, its my watch and I'll break my bezel if I want to !!!

[Yoda_Eating_Pizza]

My condolences.

Curiosity is a funny thing. As a kid, I wondered what made my stepfather's binoculars work. That turned out to be an expensive education.

Also as a kid, I wondered what would happen if you cut an electrical cord, so I cut a lamp cord with a scissors (it was still plugged in).

I can't fault you for doing what you did. At least your mistake didn't nearly kill you. Good luck with the repairs.

[SearChart]

Originally Posted by JacksonStone

Bas gave us the Swiss price. The CHF is nearly on the penny with the dollar right now, but all that tells us is the conversion of the Swiss price; that doesn't mean that's what US RSCs charge for the part. I would guess you're right that if the LVc insert's part cost is $630, a BLRO insert is going to be more.

OP, when you get a quote, would you be good enough to update the thread so we know?

My guess is the AD has never had to replace a ceramic insert before and are pulling a number out of thin air. Prices can vary of course but this is the official price from Rolex Geneva, I don't think the US price will be over $100 cheaper.

[eonflux]

Ouch!!!
That sucks

[The1019]

Next try taking the case back off and the movement home service with a screwdriver

[Danny83]

Ouch

[Jason71]

Originally Posted by EddieK12

Absolutely man! Lots of positive unexpected energy here and I'm loving it!!!
To everyone with the negative attitude and advice, its my watch and I'll break my bezel if I want to !!!

I like your style

To all the negative posts

[Daveclock]

Originally Posted by JacksonStone

That's some spendy curiosity.

I so love that remark!

[Daveclock]

Originally Posted by SearChart

Yes... This is MSRP excluding VAT and the cost of placing the bezel.

That looks like a fun website - I could spend some time lurking on that!

[watchmaker]

Originally Posted by JacksonStone

What happens if someone were to throw away the old, broken insert without thinking, and didn't have it to submit at the time of repair? Would Rolex refuse service?

It can be replaced without being exchanged with Rolex - for instance if the bezel was knocked off and lost.

There is a 50% premium charged over the standard cost where the exchange part is not provided. And I wouldn’t be surprised at all if you make a habit of ‘losing’ the bezel Rolex will soon refuse to replace it any longer.

[brandrea]

The question now is which insert will they give you

[SearChart]

Originally Posted by watchmaker

It can be replaced without being exchanged with Rolex - for instance if the bezel was knocked off and lost.

There is a 50% premium charged over the standard cost where the exchange part is not provided. And I wouldn’t be surprised at all if you make a habit of ‘losing’ the bezel Rolex will soon refuse to replace it any longer.

[Bigblu10]

Originally Posted by watchmaker

It can be replaced without being exchanged with Rolex - for instance if the bezel was knocked off and lost.

There is a 50% premium charged over the standard cost where the exchange part is not provided. And I wouldn’t be surprised at all if you make a habit of ‘losing’ the bezel Rolex will soon refuse to replace it any longer.

Do watchmakers with Rolex parts accounts have the ability to order a ceramic insert and the white retainer ring? Or is this only a back to RSC fix?

[watchmaker]

Originally Posted by Bigblu10

Do watchmakers with Rolex parts accounts have the ability to order a ceramic insert and the white retainer ring? Or is this only a back to RSC fix?

Provided the watchmaker holds Level 40 (professional models) accreditation then yes they can.

[brucethemanlee]

ouch!

[toxicavenger]

Originally Posted by EddieK12

To everyone with the negative attitude and advice, its my watch and I'll break my bezel if I want to !!!

Totally!Let's give them a triple

[hbombkid]

Bummer but I love the tinkering. I know it was aluminum but I swapped my PO orange and black bezel all the time even had a homemade tool someone made out of silicon. Popped off in 2 seconds. I remember the bezel going for 200 or so. 500 is not bad for ceramic especially for Rolex.

I would love to know if independents have the Rolex tool or have they made their own etc. maybe they are certified with omega and an omega tool works? I know that tool used to go for 1000. It would just be interesting to know.

I know if I had a tool to do it and not damage the bezel or the little silicon ring I would source a LV bezel for my Sub C.

[watchmaker]

Originally Posted by hbombkid

Bummer but I love the tinkering. I know it was aluminum but I swapped my PO orange and black bezel all the time even had a homemade tool someone made out of silicon. Popped off in 2 seconds. I remember the bezel going for 200 or so. 500 is not bad for ceramic especially for Rolex.

I would love to know if independents have the Rolex tool or have they made their own etc. maybe they are certified with omega and an omega tool works? I know that tool used to go for 1000. It would just be interesting to know.

I know if I had a tool to do it and not damage the bezel or the little silicon ring I would source a LV bezel for my Sub C.

Independents with the correct accreditation have the right tool. The Omega won’t do the same job.

[Speed]

Best.thread.ever.

[hbombkid]

Originally Posted by watchmaker

Independents with the correct accreditation have the right tool. The Omega won’t do the same job.

Anyone have a pic of the tool just really interested to see what it looks like. Will it also rip the silicon ring every time?

[watchmaker]

Originally Posted by hbombkid

Anyone have a pic of the tool just really interested to see what it looks like. Will it also rip the silicon ring every time?

The tool is the same tool used for opening and closing an Oyster case. It is a combined case opener and glass/bezel press. Just change the attachment and away you go.

If you google 'Rolex 1019 tool' and you can see the tool and a variety of dies.

The ring will typically before, snag or tear but is ultimately unusable regardless of the damage.

[hbombkid]

Thanks for the informative information!

[LesserBlackDog]

Oooooooooouch

[imgook]

Bravo!! Very brave man! Love it!

[Coopdog]

Your balls are way bigger than mine. I didn’t take the watch out of my house for 3 days after getting it. You say hold my beer I’m taking this puppy apart. Good thing is if you can afford a Pepsi you can afford a repair.


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[CrazyMD]

When I broke mine (posted here in thread) it took almost 3 months for RSC to get and I believe the cost out the door was about $1500

Curious now on a stainless watch what the time frame and cost is


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[holdtime]

Thanks for Sharing.

[Royal68]

Ouch, my heart hurts looking at this

[lovetherolex]

Originally Posted by SearChart

Yes... This is MSRP excluding VAT and the cost of placing the bezel.

I think OP just threw up in his mouth a little bit.