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redpcar
·Can you share a pic of the damage?
Repairing/polishing an Omega acrylic crystal
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Dan S
·Didn't expect so many replies, thanks everyone. Many different perspectives which is why I wanted to post here.
Damaging the bezel is one of my concerns, if it was a much cheaper watch then i'd probably just look up some guides and go for it.
Needing to polish more than just the affected area is a good point, didn't think of that. Since it's a scrape as opposed to a hairline scratch, this might need sandpaper, but I don't think it's actually that deep. I'll know when I have another good feel + take macro pics.
I'm at work but i'll post a photo up as soon as I can.
Could anyone throw some rough ballpark price numbers on professional polishing or entire crystal replacement?
If you have a good ongoing relationship with a watchmaker, then I think he would probably buff out the crystal for a nominal cost, or even for free. I have absolutely no idea what an AD or OB would do. I assume that replacement with an authentic crystal would cost well in excess of $100, but that's really just a guess. If you PM one of the watchmakers on the forum with an Omega parts account, they may be willing to tell you their cost for a replacement crystal, which will give you a lower bound on what you would pay. A watchmaker will also charge you for the time in installing it, and perhaps pressure testing.
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SkunkPrince
·You're right, a hundred bucks. But in terms of a $3000 watch, pocket change.
