I was fiddling around with my newest Speedmaster (which is a project watch for the moment) and I decided to take out the bezel and swap it with my other Speedie which had a bezel with some scratches.

Both are 145.022 (one is 1970 other is 1985)

On the 1985 one I managed to put the 1970s bezel no problem with hands (twice actually) but the 1985 bezel onto the 1970 - no chance. I read online that I need some case press, where can I get one that I can use on other watches as well?

What do I need to put back the bezel ?

Thanks

 

Please let your watchmaker do this....

 

Take some good advice. If you mess this up and bend the bezel, it's done.

 

Hi all,

I’d be grateful for any up to date advice - are there any bezel press tools that are recommended (for a Speedy Pro)? Seems to be some relatively inexpensive options on the bay but I’ve no idea if they’re fit for purpose. Any recommendations greatly appreciated, thanks.

 

I believe this advice still stands.

 

I have successfully re-installed Speedmaster bezels with an inexpensive press with nylon dies. Sometimes they go on easily and sometimes less easily. I take no responsibility for damage that anyone else causes with the same approach, and I'm definitely not recommending any specific cheap tool.

 

Thanks guys - I’ll check with my local watch maker tomorrow and take it from there. Probably little point buying a tool I’d only use once or twice.