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Old 23 June 2019, 02:06 AM   #1
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6542 Bakelite Bezel Question

I recently picked up a 1958 6542 that has the original radium Bakelite insert, and am curious if anyone knows of a source for a good aftermarket one.

Here is a link to a video https://www.instagram.com/p/By0Sqo5n...=1nzq4k6i7lqft

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Old 23 June 2019, 02:55 AM   #2
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Not sure, but you see them on the bay from time to time.
Beautiful watch by the way. Looks amazing. Thank you for sharing.
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Old 23 June 2019, 03:33 AM   #4
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Old 23 June 2019, 03:57 AM   #5
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That original one would be tough to remove without breaking it
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Old 23 June 2019, 06:14 AM   #6
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That original one would be tough to remove without breaking it

That’s what makes me pucker. I’d seek how the worlds foremost expert in bezel removal...and light a candle in church


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Old 23 June 2019, 10:06 PM   #7
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Clearly, you would use the aftermarket bezel and insert assembly - good luck
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Old 23 June 2019, 10:32 PM   #8
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