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18 January 2021, 09:16 AM | #1 |
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replace pip/pearl or not to replace?
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sorry if this has been discussed before. Is it better to try and find a matched tritium pip for the bezel insert on a 70's era Tudor 94110 or is it better to just leave it alone? |
18 January 2021, 09:44 AM | #2 |
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Hello Sir Boo, haven't we met before?
Tells us, please what do you have on it now? Don't be shy, shows a couple of pictures! |
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It depends ...
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My bezel doesnt have a pip (5513) and I will leave it like that when the watch is returned to me.
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18 January 2021, 10:24 AM | #5 |
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The pip on my original 5513 bezel from 1967 is cracked and discolored and Im leaving it like that as it was my grandfathers and now mine for over 20 years. I do not want to disturb the originality of it or alter my sentimental value.
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Why wouldn't you replace it with a sympathetically aged pip from the annals of EBAY or somewhere else? Much rather place something there than leave a glaring hole.
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How do you know there is a glaring hole? Is there a photo I'm not seeing? I still have no idea what question the OP is asking, but I guess we are assuming that the pearl is missing. If that's the case, neither way is "better", it's just what the OP prefers. The empty bezels don't bother me, but lume pips are also nice. Up to the OP if he wants to spend $300-$400 for a tritium pearl. I have done it sometimes.
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I find the empty hole to be unpleasant to see. But it just depends on what you think.
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replace pip/pearl or not to replace?
Find the appropriate one and replace it.
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I'd replace the pearl.
I knew a guy that had his crown stem and crown fall out of his Submariner. He looked and looked and never found it. He told me that he liked the look so much that he decided to leave it that way. He said that "he didn't need no stinkin' crown" and that he would just shake it to keep it wound. Go figure!
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Tough call. A correct 40 something year old acrylic pip is liable to disintegrate when installing. Half the ones for sales as authentic vintage are probably aged aftermarket. Ofrei has a Lumi pip. A new Rolex Pip is feasible during service, but Lumi.
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Sorry...got my replies confused on different forum. Heres the glaring hole that we speak of. Personally, Im not that bothered by it. I just wondered what it does to the watchs history to have a replacement pip.
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... the same as having a replacement, non correct crystal I suppose.
There are those who can take a modern pip and color match it to your dial. |
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Talking about damage I actually put a pip on two of my inserts... the first time I try to do it myself and crack the frik#*g insert, fortunately was not an expensive one, I learn the lesson and give the Mk3 to the watchmaker... |
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To pip or not to pip. Clearly a very personal question. Glad we finally got a pic. Very lovely watch!
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Use clear tape on the pearl. Tape it to the bezel loosely. Line it up and press gently. I usually press the pearl against something soft, like a thin microfiber cloth. I’ve damaged 1 out of probably 40 (pearls) |
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If the entire insert fell out would you get another? Certainly it is your watch to do with as you please, but there is no rule that old watches have to be beat up and missing parts to be worthy.
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I had the missing pip replaced on my 5508 a few years back when it went to the Ridley spa
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Replace it. In fact what's the real difference, put in a little ruby, emerald or diamond. Can't cost much for that size and would give it a cool personalized touch. Just my .02 worth.
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I'd not leave it empty, it looks stupid
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Hi there, is there anywhere online that does aftermarket tritium pearls? There was a great company on instagram that also did custom bezels in various shades of blue that also did pearls. Looking to fill the hole on a Tudor 7016.
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I would replace it with something a matched non glowing lume to fill the hole is an inexpensive option and one that can be easily popped back out if done properly...at least it is better than the hole and can be swapped for a pip later
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