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steven87 · 11 January 2016, 01:06 AM

I purchased an aftermarket bezel assembly (insert, ring that insert fits into, and tension spring) for my 5513 sub. when I try to install, it will not click down. It's too loose. Could i need a new retaining ring? I am assuming the existing retains ring is still on in that the crystal is secure. I assume that if the retaining ring was missing that the crystal would be loose. Is that correct?

I have read that there can be wear on the retaining ring that impacts fit of anyreplacement bezel. Is that the case?

Sorry for my ignorance, obviously i am in need of some education. Many thanks.

JustinK · 11 January 2016, 01:21 AM

Your best option is to find an authentic bezel and see if it fits. Hopefully it will but if not a watchmaker with a special Rolex bezel tool can stretch or shrink the bezel and retaining ring to make them fit.

Why did you replace the bezel?

steven87 · 11 January 2016, 01:23 AM

The original came off and it and the spring ended up getting lost

JustinK · 11 January 2016, 01:33 AM

So if you have the original bezel just buy a tension spring.

RolexAuthority · 11 January 2016, 01:33 AM

Aftermarket - there you go waste of time and money

JustinK · 11 January 2016, 01:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by steven87

The original came off and it and the spring ended up getting lost

I misread your reply. Post a WTB here for a bezel they do come up now and then. Watchrecon.com might also help you find one.

11 January 2016, 01:06 AM	#1
steven87 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: atlanta Posts: 3	Bezel help I purchased an aftermarket bezel assembly (insert, ring that insert fits into, and tension spring) for my 5513 sub. when I try to install, it will not click down. It's too loose. Could i need a new retaining ring? I am assuming the existing retains ring is still on in that the crystal is secure. I assume that if the retaining ring was missing that the crystal would be loose. Is that correct? I have read that there can be wear on the retaining ring that impacts fit of anyreplacement bezel. Is that the case? Sorry for my ignorance, obviously i am in need of some education. Many thanks.

11 January 2016, 01:21 AM	#2
JustinK 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Justin Location: Jupiter, FL Watch: 1530,1665,1680 Posts: 2,053	Your best option is to find an authentic bezel and see if it fits. Hopefully it will but if not a watchmaker with a special Rolex bezel tool can stretch or shrink the bezel and retaining ring to make them fit. Why did you replace the bezel?

11 January 2016, 01:23 AM	#3
steven87 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: atlanta Posts: 3	The original came off and it and the spring ended up getting lost

11 January 2016, 01:33 AM	#4
JustinK 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Justin Location: Jupiter, FL Watch: 1530,1665,1680 Posts: 2,053	So if you have the original bezel just buy a tension spring.

11 January 2016, 01:33 AM	#5
RolexAuthority Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: London Posts: 1,233	Aftermarket - there you go waste of time and money

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