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submariner ln · 9 April 2011, 04:57 AM

How is the crystal changed in a Submariner?

mikeyatc · 9 April 2011, 05:28 AM

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Foxglove · 9 April 2011, 05:29 AM

You will have to take it to a watchmaker and get him to replace the crystal. It's a simple process, but you need the right skills and tools. With a genuine Rolex crystal it will cost you $200-300 (USD).

Cheers,
Ross

submariner ln · 9 April 2011, 06:04 AM

Yes but what is the process?

Tools · 9 April 2011, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by submariner ln

Yes but what is the process?

Crystals are a press fit onto the case.. Everything is taken out of the watch and it is pressed off from the backside (inside). A new one, with a composite gasket, is pressed on.

The older acrylic gaskets are pressed on with the bezel (or a bezel ring) because they stretch and so the bezel is part of the waterproof seal..

xjeeunitx · 9 April 2011, 07:47 AM

I've replaced a crystal at an AD for $180 within an 60 minutes. Walked in, had some tea, tried on some watches, then left with my watch!

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