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Omega 300m Bezel Question: Swap for New Ceramic Version?

  1. High Hope Sep 16, 2020

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    I recently bought an older style 300m Chronograph/Chronometer. The watch is terrific. The one thing that I'm not thrilled about is the anodized aluminum bezel. The newer coaxial has a ceramic bezel which I find to be much nicer. So, my question is, Are the bezels interchangeable? Or is there an aftermarket brand that accomplishes the same thing?

    Thanks in advance. I did a search and came up empty. Here is my watch:

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  2. Archer Omega Qualified Watchmaker Sep 16, 2020

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    The only way to know is to try it, and that's an expensive test.

    Cheers, Al
     
  3. High Hope Sep 16, 2020

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    Thanks Al. I’ll wait to see how badly the anodized bezel ages. Much appreciated!
     
  4. Iceter Sep 16, 2020

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    People pay extra to get Rolex GMT Masters with with aluminum Pepsi bezels faded to pink and light blue. Who knows, maybe faded SM 300 bezels will be the hot ticket in a few years?
     
  5. High Hope Sep 16, 2020

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    Hah! I like my watches to look used but not abused. I’m more worried about scratches and damage than fading. Thanks though, I appreciate it. ;)
     
  6. gpssti4 Sep 17, 2020

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    There are plenty of aftermarket bezel inserts available. Try eBay for starters. I’ve modded a few of my Seamasters in the past including this one with a ceramic insert.
     
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  7. High Hope Sep 17, 2020

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    Thanks @gpssti4 , do you recall the in/out diameters of that specific watch (which is like mine)?
     
  8. gpssti4 Sep 17, 2020

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    Sorry, I don’t remember the diameter. If I remember correctly Parnis inserts will fit, again from eBay as I’m using one for a Seamaster GMT
     
  9. High Hope Sep 17, 2020

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    @gpssti4 Thanks. So it seems that brands build watches to their standard bezel size(s) ?