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JohnLT · 2 November 2019, 09:19 PM

After almost 5 years of wearing it most every day, Married wearing it, Countless miles traveled,Lots of hard work done and rough play it happened. I started to reset bezel to 12 and found it was very stiff to turn. Then I see a piece of ceramic missing. I don't remember any hard knocks and I had not dropped it, but here we are. Not looking for sympathy, as I am surprised after what this watch has been thru it hasn't happened sooner. Just a few questions. Will Tudor/Rolex fix the bezel only without complete service? The movement was serviced not long ago and as I mentioned I don't recount any major hits to it. I live in the Boston area and looking for a AD that maybe has an in-house Watch maker that can get parts to repair local. I know the later may be a stretch. But any input would be great. Thanks people.

Edit: This is my favorite watch of all I've owned. Just want to get it fixed as quickly as possible. I get a bit anxious when I can't have it close. I know this may seem foolish as its a material object but I very much consider it a piece of myself.

padi56 · 2 November 2019, 09:30 PM

Sorry this has happened afraid one of the many downfalls of ceramic bezels hit them they will crack/shatter, hope its not to expensive to replace.

Onikage · 2 November 2019, 09:45 PM

My concern with ceramic is that they pretty much all will fail eventually from accumulated knocks. Like splitting a paving stone. I could be wrong of course.

10klakes · 2 November 2019, 11:16 PM

The fact these ceramic bezels aren’t going to patina or show age, makes it that much easier to come to grips with a bezel replacement. Unless- it’s a mark 1.... never mind.

abozz · 2 November 2019, 11:26 PM

Easy fix.

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watchwatcher · 2 November 2019, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnLT

I get a bit anxious when I can't have it close. I know this may seem foolish as its a material object but I very much consider it a piece of myself.

Not foolish at all. As a matter of fact, I would venture a good many of us feel the same way about our watches...or we wouldn't be here.

No idea on the cost, but I wouldn't think it would be too bad. Especially when we're talking about something so dear to you.

Oh, and as a dear friend of mine is fond of saying, this is precisely the reason you need at least one other watch in your collection.

Good luck and keep us posted.

brandrea · 2 November 2019, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Not foolish at all. As a matter of fact, I would venture a good many of us feel the same way about our watches...or we wouldn't be here.

No idea on the cost, but I wouldn't think it would be too bad. Especially when we're talking about something so dear to you.

Oh, and as a dear friend of mine is fond of saying, this is precisely the reason you need at least one other watch in your collection.

Good luck and keep us posted.

Larry, very well said

superdog · 3 November 2019, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Not foolish at all. As a matter of fact, I would venture a good many of us feel the same way about our watches...or we wouldn't be here.

No idea on the cost, but I wouldn't think it would be too bad. Especially when we're talking about something so dear to you.

Oh, and as a dear friend of mine is fond of saying, this is precisely the reason you need at least one other watch in your collection.

Good luck and keep us posted.

Yep. Great post.

David5807 · 3 November 2019, 12:35 AM

I think that Longs Jewelers in Burlington has an in house watch technician that may be able to help you out.

DoctorA · 3 November 2019, 12:39 AM

Sorry it cracked! I wonder if Rolex’s ceramic bezels are as likely to crack!

HogwldFLTR · 3 November 2019, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by David5807

I think that Longs Jewelers in Burlington has an in house watch technician that may be able to help you out.

They definitely do. Nice guy too.

1SG MTB · 3 November 2019, 07:44 AM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Not foolish at all. As a matter of fact, I would venture a good many of us feel the same way about our watches...or we wouldn't be here.

No idea on the cost, but I wouldn't think it would be too bad. Especially when we're talking about something so dear to you.

Oh, and as a dear friend of mine is fond of saying, this is precisely the reason you need at least one other watch in your collection.

Good luck and keep us posted.

Well said! Though I keep telling my wife I need FIVE other watches in my collection!

LndLord · 3 November 2019, 09:03 AM

Nice!!

Rado63 · 3 November 2019, 09:24 AM

Wow, no history of a big hit? Ceramic will not scratch with day to day wear, but the material is brittle. So we should expect to replace these occasionally.

Joeguy · 3 November 2019, 10:00 AM

Could it be cactus juice?

Sorry for the crack, they do indeed become a part of you. Good luck!

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Onikage · 3 November 2019, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by 10klakes

Unless - it’s a mark 1.... never mind.

Lol I didn't go there.

shawn13ca · 3 November 2019, 02:04 PM

So glad my GS diver don't have ceramic. It doesn't give a better finish, it's so expensive to replace while a metal bezel cost nothing.

SkyJuice · 3 November 2019, 02:12 PM

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JohnLT · 3 November 2019, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by David5807

I think that Longs Jewelers in Burlington has an in house watch technician that may be able to help you out.

Longs at SouthShore Plaza does not. Ill check the Burlington store. Thanks. So far i have not found a Tudor dealer that has one on staff.

JohnLT · 3 November 2019, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Not foolish at all. As a matter of fact, I would venture a good many of us feel the same way about our watches...or we wouldn't be here.

No idea on the cost, but I wouldn't think it would be too bad. Especially when we're talking about something so dear to you.

Oh, and as a dear friend of mine is fond of saying, this is precisely the reason you need at least one other watch in your collection.

Good luck and keep us posted.

I do have a few others, But my Pelagos is my everyday watch. My wife gave it to me as a wedding present 5 years ago. Just can't seem to take it off.

I'm hoping Tudor parts are more accessible to ADs.

travisb · 3 November 2019, 09:32 PM

Larry said it best.

We hope to see it back on your wrist ASAP.

JohnLT · 3 November 2019, 09:32 PM

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I may go full service on it so ill post pics and prices. I have yet to see a Pelagos after full spa treatment.

GradyPhilpott · 3 November 2019, 09:36 PM

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I know this may seem foolish as its a material object but I very much consider it a piece of myself.

It's refreshing to hear someone who's really invested in his watch.

Personally, I'll never understand the flippers.

For me, every watch tells a story.

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Originally Posted by JohnLT

I may go full service on it so ill post pics and prices. I have yet to see a Pelagos after full spa treatment.

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Originally Posted by JohnLT

The movement was serviced not long ago....

Based on this statement, I think that you should just replace the bezel insert.

fskywalker · 3 November 2019, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnLT

I may go full service on it so ill post pics and prices. I have yet to see a Pelagos after full spa treatment.

shoppy · 3 November 2019, 09:52 PM

I had my ceramic insert replaced for my sub date no service, was under £300 fitted.

JohnLT · 3 November 2019, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

It's refreshing to hear someone who's really invested in his watch.

Personally, I'll never understand the flippers.

For me, every watch tells a story.

Based on your other statement, I think that you should just replace the bezel insert.

Now thinking the case and bracelet can use a touch up also. Wouldn't mind seeing it restored to its glory days. Im just a little nervous that they would want to replace the mid case as it has a piece missing/large ding that I've polished smooth with 4k grit paper. Thanks for the compliment. This watch has been dear to me since I married. But I have flipped a few others.

rad87gn · 3 November 2019, 10:27 PM

That stinks! The bezel is pretty big on this model. Guessing more wide the more sensitive to being hit.

I wouldn't polish anything!! Just fix the bezel.

Nice watch!!

othertbone · 3 November 2019, 11:44 PM

They won't force you to do a service, you can just replace the bezel.

However they will definitely try to sell you a service. If the watch runs well, don't fall for it.

Kinda like when you take your car in for new tires and the mechanic tells you the radiator needs to be flushed and belts need changing. lol

Chester01 · 3 November 2019, 11:46 PM

Should be easy to replace but not cheap.

Second post today on a failed bezel. Lots of folks love to defend the ceramic bezels here, but Long story short, ceramic is good for jewelry, aluminum better for day to day and use as a tool as intended.

SearChart · 3 November 2019, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnLT

I may go full service on it so ill post pics and prices. I have yet to see a Pelagos after full spa treatment.

Rolex will not refinish any titanium watch. You will have to go the independent route if you want it refinished.

2 November 2019, 09:30 PM	#2
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Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,758	My concern with ceramic is that they pretty much all will fail eventually from accumulated knocks. Like splitting a paving stone. I could be wrong of course. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

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DoctorA "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 6,523	Sorry it cracked! I wonder if Rolex’s ceramic bezels are as likely to crack! __________________ Wear the watch you like, not the one they tell you to wear!

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Rado63 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Alan Location: Northern, CA Watch: 116334 Posts: 2,215	Wow, no history of a big hit? Ceramic will not scratch with day to day wear, but the material is brittle. So we should expect to replace these occasionally. __________________ Rolex 116334 126600 228235

3 November 2019, 10:00 AM	#15
Joeguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Joe Location: Kentucky Watch: DJ 41 Posts: 237	Cracked my ceramic armor. Could it be cactus juice? Sorry for the crack, they do indeed become a part of you. Good luck! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

2 November 2019, 11:16 PM	#4
10klakes "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: USA Watch: Collector Posts: 1,482	The fact these ceramic bezels aren’t going to patina or show age, makes it that much easier to come to grips with a bezel replacement. Unless- it’s a mark 1.... never mind.

2 November 2019, 11:26 PM	#5
abozz "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: In my home. Watch: 116660, 126600 Posts: 2,905	Easy fix. Enviado desde mi SM-G975F mediante Tapatalk

3 November 2019, 12:35 AM	#9
David5807 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: USA Posts: 2,659	I think that Longs Jewelers in Burlington has an in house watch technician that may be able to help you out.

3 November 2019, 09:03 AM	#13
LndLord "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Long Island Posts: 517	Nice!!

3 November 2019, 02:04 PM	#17
shawn13ca "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Canada Posts: 299	So glad my GS diver don't have ceramic. It doesn't give a better finish, it's so expensive to replace while a metal bezel cost nothing.

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3 November 2019, 09:32 PM	#21
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,211	Larry said it best. We hope to see it back on your wrist ASAP.

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shoppy "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Simon Location: UK Watch: OP and daytona Posts: 1,769	I had my ceramic insert replaced for my sub date no service, was under £300 fitted. __________________ My family are my life and spirit and strength... Rolex daytona, YMs, OPs Z blue, subs, GMTs, Daydates, Omega Snoopy, chornomaster, apollo 8, ATs, POs, PP, JLC, VC, Swatch ,Casio, Timex.

3 November 2019, 10:27 PM	#27
rad87gn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chad Location: Des Moines, Iowa Watch: Rolex, PAM, Omega Posts: 1,607	That stinks! The bezel is pretty big on this model. Guessing more wide the more sensitive to being hit. I wouldn't polish anything!! Just fix the bezel. Nice watch!! __________________ Rolex P-Series SS GMT II Black, Rolex Y-Series Sea-Dweller, Rolex F-Series TT Blue Sub, Rolex F-Series Sub LV, Rolex D-Series Ladies SS/WG DJ for wife, Panerai K-Series PAM 112, Omega Speedmaster Pro 3570.50, Omega Seamaster 300M Chrono 2594.52

3 November 2019, 11:44 PM	#28
othertbone Banned Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Florida, USA Watch: Rolex/AP/Vin Omega Posts: 1,972	They won't force you to do a service, you can just replace the bezel. However they will definitely try to sell you a service. If the watch runs well, don't fall for it. Kinda like when you take your car in for new tires and the mechanic tells you the radiator needs to be flushed and belts need changing. lol

3 November 2019, 11:46 PM	#29
Chester01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: East Coast Watch: 16610 Posts: 4,933	Should be easy to replace but not cheap. Second post today on a failed bezel. Lots of folks love to defend the ceramic bezels here, but Long story short, ceramic is good for jewelry, aluminum better for day to day and use as a tool as intended.

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