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Dr sarah · 20 November 2014, 09:30 AM

Hi

I have a lovely vintage gold lady datejust from the 1970s. I noticed today that the bezel seemed to be sitting slightly higher on one side of watch, and when I checked it out (fingers only) it slid off. It doesn't appear to have a spring or any obvious way to fix it back on. I would really appreciate any advice about how to fix it back on.

Many thanks
Sarah

GeoGio Greece · 20 November 2014, 10:42 AM

If I understand well, it is just the bezel that is not in place . These were push fit and secured the crystal as well. You better post some pictures, or take the watch to a service center. Beware that the hands are not obstructed in their move by a possibly moving crystal.

Tools · 20 November 2014, 11:10 AM

It's likely that the crystal has become stiff and brittle so the bezel, which helps seal the crystal to the case, no longer grips.

It is also likely that your crystal is no longer water tight. The fix is to have the crystal replaced. This should keep the bezel in place and ensure that your watch does not suffer water damage. (you probably should have all the seals changed)

crowncollection · 21 November 2014, 05:25 AM

You need a bezel press tool

Dr sarah · 21 November 2014, 09:24 AM

Thanks everyone- I suspect the watch is not water tight and I don't risk it near water. The acrylic crystal does appear to have a crack which is visible now the bezel is off. Are there any recommendations of watch service places- I will be in Switzerland for Christmas if needs be, but I live in the north west of England. I think I saw mention of Seth somewhere?

Happy to post photos but don't seem to be able to do it on an iPad.

20 November 2014, 09:30 AM	#1
Dr sarah "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: england Posts: 2	Bezel problem on gold Lady Datejust Hi I have a lovely vintage gold lady datejust from the 1970s. I noticed today that the bezel seemed to be sitting slightly higher on one side of watch, and when I checked it out (fingers only) it slid off. It doesn't appear to have a spring or any obvious way to fix it back on. I would really appreciate any advice about how to fix it back on. Many thanks Sarah

20 November 2014, 10:42 AM	#2
GeoGio Greece "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: George Location: Athens, Greece Watch: es --> A lot ! Posts: 2,327	If I understand well, it is just the bezel that is not in place . These were push fit and secured the crystal as well. You better post some pictures, or take the watch to a service center. Beware that the hands are not obstructed in their move by a possibly moving crystal. __________________ Rolex owner since 1971. 5513 and 16700 the loved ones. DJ WG Jubilee 16170 for wife - U series Oyster Perpetual WG 177234 for daughter V-series

20 November 2014, 11:10 AM	#3
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,077	It's likely that the crystal has become stiff and brittle so the bezel, which helps seal the crystal to the case, no longer grips. It is also likely that your crystal is no longer water tight. The fix is to have the crystal replaced. This should keep the bezel in place and ensure that your watch does not suffer water damage. (you probably should have all the seals changed) __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

21 November 2014, 05:25 AM	#4
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,157	You need a bezel press tool __________________ watches many

21 November 2014, 09:24 AM	#5
Dr sarah "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: england Posts: 2	Thanks everyone- I suspect the watch is not water tight and I don't risk it near water. The acrylic crystal does appear to have a crack which is visible now the bezel is off. Are there any recommendations of watch service places- I will be in Switzerland for Christmas if needs be, but I live in the north west of England. I think I saw mention of Seth somewhere? Happy to post photos but don't seem to be able to do it on an iPad.

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