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How do you reinstall bezel on vintage Constellation?

  1. BT2641 Jan 2, 2019

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    I have a vintage Omega Constellation pie pan with case reference 168.005 manufactured in 1967. It has a steel case and bezel. The bezel fell off yesterday, and I was wondering how to go about reattaching it to the watch. Does it snap on? It isn't apparent to me just looking at it. Is it simple enough do it myself or do I need to send it to a watchmaker? I don't have any specialized tools. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated! Thank you.
     
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  2. JimInOz Melbourne Australia Jan 2, 2019

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  3. BT2641 Jan 2, 2019

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    Thanks! I figured as much.
     
  4. Noddyman Jan 2, 2019

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    There could be an underlying problem causing it to pop off so I would go to a watchmaker.
    On the plus side at least you didn’t lose it.
     
  5. Archer Omega Qualified Watchmaker Jan 2, 2019

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    These are installed using a press...
     
  6. BT2641 Jan 2, 2019

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    Thanks. Appreciate the advice, and that's what I'll do.
     
  7. BT2641 Jan 2, 2019

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    Thanks.
     
  8. TexOmega Jan 2, 2019

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    Yes, gotta use the right equipment:thumbsup:


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  9. JimInOz Melbourne Australia Jan 3, 2019

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    That's far too soft to be effective.

    This is what ya need!

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  10. BT2641 Jan 3, 2019

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    :D I'll be ready next time!