The Rolex Forums   The Rolex Watch

ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX


Go Back   Rolex Forums - Rolex Watch Forum > Rolex & Tudor Watch Topics > Vintage Rolex Discussion

Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 11 May 2015, 02:54 PM   #1
Evo6
"TRF" Member
 
Evo6's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2014
Location: SoCal
Watch: BLNR55131675BB58
Posts: 829
1680 rough bezel fix...

My newly aquired 1680's bezel turns but is a little rough and sticks in a few spots. I removed it and gave it, the case and retailing ring a light cleaning.
I also used some 2000 grit extra fine sandpaper to polish the ring and knock off/down any burs or corrosion that might be causing the issues.
After all this though it's really not much better.

Any of you have advice as to make a bezel run smoother? What are the areas that actually contact?
Should I buy a replacement retaining ring or is this not likely to solve the problem?

Thanks in advance.
Evo6 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11 May 2015, 03:59 PM   #2
Evo6
"TRF" Member
 
Evo6's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2014
Location: SoCal
Watch: BLNR55131675BB58
Posts: 829
Nevermind, I found the offending burr on the underside of the bezel and knocked it down with some patient work and the 2000 git paper. There were a few "pot holes" in the retaining ring that also needed some attention but all buttery smooth now.
Evo6 is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off

Forum Jump

Bernard Watches

Takuya Watches

My Watch LLC

OCWatches

DavidSW Watches


*Banners Of The Month*
This space is provided to horological resources.





Copyright ©2004-2024, The Rolex Forums. All Rights Reserved.

ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

Rolex is a registered trademark of ROLEX USA. The Rolex Forums is not affiliated with ROLEX USA in any way.