How do you reinstall bezel on vintage Constellation?

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BT2641

·Jan 2, 2019

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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JimInOz

·Jan 2, 2019·Melbourne Australia

 

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BT2641

·Jan 2, 2019

Thanks! I figured as much.

 

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Noddyman

·Jan 2, 2019

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.

 

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Archer

·Jan 2, 2019·Omega Qualified Watchmaker

These are installed using a press...

 

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BT2641

·Jan 2, 2019

Noddyman

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.

Thanks. Appreciate the advice, and that's what I'll do.

 

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BT2641

·Jan 2, 2019

Archer

These are installed using a press...

Thanks.

 

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TexOmega

·Jan 2, 2019

Archer

These are installed using a press...

Yes, gotta use the right equipment👍

 

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JimInOz

·Jan 3, 2019·Melbourne Australia

TexOmega

Yes, gotta use the right equipment👍

That's far too soft to be effective.

This is what ya need!

 

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BT2641

·Jan 3, 2019

😁 I'll be ready next time!