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  1. CaptainWinsor Feb 18, 2020

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    I got a watch that needs a new crystal as it is cracked. Too big for bezel I think. Is there a specific designation for these. I’ve included pics of the bezel. I’m assuming it needs to be pressed in from the back.
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  2. Wetworks Feb 18, 2020

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    Uhhhh, what kind of watch would help us to help you! Pics of the case maybe, too.
     
  3. CaptainWinsor Feb 18, 2020

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    it’s a Zenith. The bezel shown snaps into the case
     
  4. Wetworks Feb 18, 2020

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    Guessing it's something from the 60s? My Seamaster crystal ring snaps into place in a similar fashion. I had a moncoque Cosmic that was a bit more involved.
     
  5. CaptainWinsor Feb 18, 2020

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    but what type of crystal do I need?
     
  6. X350 XJR Vintage Omega Aficionado Feb 18, 2020

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    Can you post a photo of the top side of the bezel?
     
  7. CaptainWinsor Feb 18, 2020

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    the top is indicated by the arrow. The original was pushed in from the other side and was on a bit of an angle and cracked. Too much pressure. I’m now wondering if a compression crystal just sits in that top part. I’ve never seen a Zenith case like this before

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  8. X350 XJR Vintage Omega Aficionado Feb 18, 2020

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    I have a number of Omegas with removable bezels and they use a plain compression crystal which is I suspect is what you need as well.
     
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  9. CaptainWinsor Feb 18, 2020

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    thank you very much. Now all I need is a rose gold colored second hand to complete it. Cheers