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Slovak75 · 28 February 2008, 09:39 AM

Greetings, I just had my crystal replaced on my P-Seried Sea Dweller. I had this done at a non-authorized dealer...I know, I know

I noticed that the new crystal seems to be more opaque on the sides. It does not have the crown etch and it seems to sit a bit higher the the original. I did get the original crystal back. I hope someone could tell by the photos I've taken if this is authentic. Any help would be much appreciated! Thanks, Joe

SPACE-DWELLER · 28 February 2008, 09:43 AM

I see what you mean! But if you compare with the pics of my (now flipped) SD, the crystal does not seem to stand higher than usual:

Letsgodiving · 28 February 2008, 11:57 AM

The pics sometimes make it seem to protrude a little more than it does. One thing I do notice is that on mine the crystal slopes inward towards the dial on the side and I don't see that on yours. Yours seems a little more squared off but that may just be the pic. Mine as a comparison:

Slovak75 · 28 February 2008, 12:09 PM

Mine does slope inwards at the very top. It doesn't seem to slope as much as the old crystal. What really gets me is the opaque look to the crystal on the side. Thanks for helping me out.

Texsubmariner · 28 February 2008, 12:19 PM

I am looking at my SD right now, and your SD's crystal does seem to protrude above the bezel a bit more than mine. It could still be an effect of the picture. Is it a genuine Rolex crystal, or at least did the watchmaker say so?

Letsgodiving · 28 February 2008, 12:21 PM

Mine doesn't look it in the pic due to the flash but it is clear on the side and not opaque.

sevykor · 28 February 2008, 12:25 PM

Welcome to the world of after-market replacement parts. It may be sapphire and cut to the size of the original, but the plastic/nylon gasket sits higher and therefore the crystal is higher on the watch. Bad news - it may leak in water. Sorry for the bad news, but better know now then when there's more damage from water inside. Get it replaced w/ the real deal. AD can do that for you. GOOD LUCK.

Slovak75 · 28 February 2008, 12:34 PM

I know this is a question of opinion, but will this effect the trade in value of the watch? Luckily the watch shows no signs of leaking. I do give it a bath everyday. Thanks again everyone!

sevykor · 28 February 2008, 01:39 PM

RSC and some on this forum will be able to tell the difference. In that case, it will effect resale value. Don't dive in it until you change the crystal or have it pressure tested. If it leaks, RSC will be the first to tell you why. I recommend it just for piece of mind.

28 February 2008, 09:39 AM	#1
Slovak75 Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 101	Does this look right? Greetings, I just had my crystal replaced on my P-Seried Sea Dweller. I had this done at a non-authorized dealer...I know, I know I noticed that the new crystal seems to be more opaque on the sides. It does not have the crown etch and it seems to sit a bit higher the the original. I did get the original crystal back. I hope someone could tell by the photos I've taken if this is authentic. Any help would be much appreciated! Thanks, Joe Attached Images

28 February 2008, 09:43 AM	#2
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	I see what you mean! But if you compare with the pics of my (now flipped) SD, the crystal does not seem to stand higher than usual: __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

28 February 2008, 11:57 AM	#3
Letsgodiving "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Virginia, US Watch: SD 16600 Posts: 4,319	The pics sometimes make it seem to protrude a little more than it does. One thing I do notice is that on mine the crystal slopes inward towards the dial on the side and I don't see that on yours. Yours seems a little more squared off but that may just be the pic. Mine as a comparison: __________________ The fool, with all his other faults, has this also - he is always getting ready to live. - Epicurus (341–270 BC)

28 February 2008, 12:19 PM	#5
Texsubmariner "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Khanh Location: Texas Watch: SSGMTc Posts: 1,227	I am looking at my SD right now, and your SD's crystal does seem to protrude above the bezel a bit more than mine. It could still be an effect of the picture. Is it a genuine Rolex crystal, or at least did the watchmaker say so? __________________ Sea Dweller M series SS GMT IIc M series Omega SMP Electric Blue Dial Wife's SS WG MOP Ladies DJ Z series

28 February 2008, 12:21 PM	#6
Letsgodiving "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Virginia, US Watch: SD 16600 Posts: 4,319	Mine doesn't look it in the pic due to the flash but it is clear on the side and not opaque. __________________ The fool, with all his other faults, has this also - he is always getting ready to live. - Epicurus (341–270 BC)

28 February 2008, 12:09 PM	#4
Slovak75 Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 101	Mine does slope inwards at the very top. It doesn't seem to slope as much as the old crystal. What really gets me is the opaque look to the crystal on the side. Thanks for helping me out.

28 February 2008, 12:25 PM	#7
sevykor "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 469	Welcome to the world of after-market replacement parts. It may be sapphire and cut to the size of the original, but the plastic/nylon gasket sits higher and therefore the crystal is higher on the watch. Bad news - it may leak in water. Sorry for the bad news, but better know now then when there's more damage from water inside. Get it replaced w/ the real deal. AD can do that for you. GOOD LUCK.

28 February 2008, 12:34 PM	#8
Slovak75 Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 101	I know this is a question of opinion, but will this effect the trade in value of the watch? Luckily the watch shows no signs of leaking. I do give it a bath everyday. Thanks again everyone!

28 February 2008, 01:39 PM	#9
sevykor "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 469	RSC and some on this forum will be able to tell the difference. In that case, it will effect resale value. Don't dive in it until you change the crystal or have it pressure tested. If it leaks, RSC will be the first to tell you why. I recommend it just for piece of mind.

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