Scratched Watch!
Discussion
I'd be looking for an independent jeweller with a workshop on premises. I would want to know how they proposed to try and remedy it to so that there is no subsequent misunderstanding if it doesn't come out as expected. Here in Swindon we have an excellent jeweller who would be able to sort it out without difficulty. They are also a Seiko dealer - if I'm identifying the watch correctly..?
hp7 said:
I'd be looking for an independent jeweller with a workshop on premises. I would want to know how they proposed to try and remedy it to so that there is no subsequent misunderstanding if it doesn't come out as expected. Here in Swindon we have an excellent jeweller who would be able to sort it out without difficulty. They are also a Seiko dealer - if I'm identifying the watch correctly..?
Now you mention it, I wonder if Seiko UK would be able to replace the bezel. Even though it's a Jap spec watch? I will email them. Please don't use a cape cod type cloth on that... You'll just make a complete mess of the bezel and probably the lugs tooI. I remove deep scratches on a bezel like that regularly with a small hard felt polishing wheel on a professional mini drill, and 3 grades of polish, with everything masked off properly....but I prefer to remove the bezel if possible and do it on a wheel as you'll get a more even removal of material to the edges.
Cost would be around £40-£50 if it's just the bezel. Message me if you want further details.
Cost would be around £40-£50 if it's just the bezel. Message me if you want further details.
Edited by Fenderer on Tuesday 10th April 18:25
Fallingup said:
Banged my watch against a tap while cleaning my hands the other day. I can just feel it with my fingernail. Do you think this will polish out. I suspect a new bezel is going to be unavailable. Quite pee'd off!
I think it's right off, but if you want to send it to me, I will pay the postage Thread resurrection alert!
Ok, I now have a replacement bezel. I thought it was just going to be a simple job of popping the old one off and pressing the new one on. However, on inspection of the new bezel, it appears that the crystal is held on by the bezel and the bezel is sealed onto the case by a thin 'o' ring. I'm happy to do this with the cheap hand press I have but wondered if anyone has any experience of doing this. Should I fit the crystal to the bezel then fit it to the case or fit the bezel to the case then press the crystal in? Or should I just send it to an expert. Anyone?
Ok, I now have a replacement bezel. I thought it was just going to be a simple job of popping the old one off and pressing the new one on. However, on inspection of the new bezel, it appears that the crystal is held on by the bezel and the bezel is sealed onto the case by a thin 'o' ring. I'm happy to do this with the cheap hand press I have but wondered if anyone has any experience of doing this. Should I fit the crystal to the bezel then fit it to the case or fit the bezel to the case then press the crystal in? Or should I just send it to an expert. Anyone?
Your watch is 20bar WR
I would say that the sealing of the glass will be a lot more secure than you described.
I’ve never had one of those to look at, but to me I would imagine that the glass is sealed onto the case. Then the bezel is sealed onto the case, with a minute tolerance between the innner of the beZel and the bevel of the glass.
This stops the glass from being able to lift under pressure.
I could be wrong, but that’s what I would think they have done.
Take the bezel off with a case knife and cloth, and if it comes off on its own, sorted.
If the glass comes off with it, post some pics and get further help.
Very difficult to advise what to do without the watch physically in front of you lol
I would say that the sealing of the glass will be a lot more secure than you described.
I’ve never had one of those to look at, but to me I would imagine that the glass is sealed onto the case. Then the bezel is sealed onto the case, with a minute tolerance between the innner of the beZel and the bevel of the glass.
This stops the glass from being able to lift under pressure.
I could be wrong, but that’s what I would think they have done.
Take the bezel off with a case knife and cloth, and if it comes off on its own, sorted.
If the glass comes off with it, post some pics and get further help.
Very difficult to advise what to do without the watch physically in front of you lol
No it's not a wind up, it's an automatic 
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The glass certainly fits into the bezel. I can see a step on the inner rim on the new one where it would sit. I was going to attack it today but could not find my case opening knife. I have ordered a new one and also some cod cloth. I will try polishing it out first but if that fails then it's getting ripped apart.
.The glass certainly fits into the bezel. I can see a step on the inner rim on the new one where it would sit. I was going to attack it today but could not find my case opening knife. I have ordered a new one and also some cod cloth. I will try polishing it out first but if that fails then it's getting ripped apart.
It depends on how OCD you are about watches getting worn and scratched. Personally I accept that wearing any watch on my wrist means it will pick-up a certain about of scratching and patina over months/years and then once every few years with a major service most of this can be polished off. If you're of the 'no scratching at all' school then life can be stressful if you want to actually wear any of your watch collection.
Just saying...
Just saying...
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