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Replacement Bezel Insert for Vintage Omega Seamaster 300 Model 2913 14755

  1. Joe K. Curious about this text thingy below his avatar Jan 1, 2017

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    I would say that unless you currently have in your possession a period-correct bezel, dial and hands, then stay away. Alternatively, if you have unlimited patience, time and money then go for it.



     
  2. redpcar Jan 1, 2017

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    If the original parts are in good condition, pay their value. The parts you need are very rare these days. Don't dream that you can easily or inexpensively put this watch back to original condition. Likely will be a parts watch.
     
  3. pippy Jan 1, 2017

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    The bezel is correct, but no insert. How do I determine parts value? Thanks for your input.
     
  4. Joe K. Curious about this text thingy below his avatar Jan 1, 2017

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    The bezel might be correct, but it is missing the insert, so to bring it back you will have to have an insert made. To learn more about that you can search OF and read about the difficulties associated with that.

    To figure out the value of parts you can search forum FS posts, completed auctions on eBAY and try to find sale prices for these parts.



     
  5. whippetman01 Mar 10, 2017

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  6. whippetman01 Mar 10, 2017

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    No update as yet
     
  7. watchyouwant ΩF Clairvoyant Mar 10, 2017

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    very sorry to hear about all these problems with Aldo..... communication was never his strong point. he is a brilliant watchmaker; will need somebody young to take care of the internet age fast communication requirements.....kind regards. achim
     
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  8. CajunTiger Cajuns and Gators can't read newspapers! Mar 10, 2017

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    I agree he is brilliant and does outstanding work. The only thing lacking on his inserts are hand applied fonts. He must use a digital print and thats the main detail that tells it apart from an original. Otherwise his bezels are absolutely perfect. The wait and communications leave a lot to be desired...my last work from Aldo took well over a year. But once you receive the bezel, you forget all about the delay and lack of communications because his craftsmanship is the best.
     
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  9. gemini4 Hoarder Of Speed et alia Mar 10, 2017

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    FYI, @aldo is an OF member
     
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  10. aldo Vintage Specialist Watchmaker Mar 11, 2017

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    Here i am, i've just replied to PM , i'm waiting to know who was the sender.
    I'm sorry for the trouble.
     
  11. whippetman01 Mar 11, 2017

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    I am very pleased to report that Aldo has contacted me and I can arrange to courier the Bezel to U.K. next week.
    All misunderstanding is now sorted.
    Thank you Aldo.
     
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  12. whippetman01 Mar 16, 2017

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    Grazie Mille Aldo!
    FedEx today returned to me the most perfectly restored SM 300 Bezel that I desperately needed for my
    1964 divers watch.
    Yes a long wait but Aldo did indeed live up to his hard earned reputation.
    Perfect!
    Marc
     
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  13. whippetman01 Mar 16, 2017

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  14. noiseboyuk Mar 16, 2017

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    Super work - the bezel looks great.
    Unfortunately, I don't think I'm blessed with the required patience.
    I would be tearing my hair out waiting for the finished article.
     
  15. watchlovr Mar 16, 2017

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    Been there, done it, but what choice do we have?
     
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  16. flame Speedmaster Neil Mar 16, 2017

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    Hiya Colin

    I really like @aldo.....thoroughly recommended !

    He's not like us from the want/must have it right now generation....he's much more ' old school ' in his approach and very much reminds me of the great Louis Armstrong song:

    " We have all, the time in the world
    Time enough for life
    To unfold
    All the precious things "

    Guess I had better chase him up on that work....:)

    Best - Neil
     
  17. Aussie Jim Mar 16, 2017

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    It is all about expectations. if you know it is going to take a long time then you just carry on. I certainly did not expect to see mine again in a hurry. It was all cool. I respect greatly the effort and hand made approach to this

    It is not like most of us only have one watch, or indeed that the watch can not be worn without the bezel.

    Five stars from me for the bezel repair
     
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  18. gordonian Mar 15, 2021

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    my pal has a 1966 seamaster 300 and needs a new bezel can you guys give me a good name to buy one he is quite happy to have a replica bezel
    it is the same as the one in the original post
    thanks
    Gordon
     
  19. whippetman01 Mar 15, 2021

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    Mission Impossible I’m afraid......
     
  20. mitcho90210 Aug 15, 2021

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    I decided to take the plunge and do it myself I bought an insert replacement off of eBay it came from France it was over €420. It’s shaped perfectly the font is very nice the letters pop out because there’s a clear layer on top of them and they look a little 3-D so it was a good base for what I wanted to do. 07437A0E-9CF4-4F15-B247-6121D5DFFD1B.jpeg

    I decided to use custom fishing rod high-build epoxy, From my research it would be clear hard tough and most importantly not too brittle like Bakelite.

    first thing I did was lay it on there to see how it sat, and it looked great. I bought a set of fine tipped brushes and was ready to attempt the application!
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    This is the first time for me to attempt anything like this, but it looked like it should work so it was too tempting, had to do it!

    So I went ahead and mix equal parts of the epoxy and mix them very well for at least a minute, folding mostly to keep the bubbles down. I tested applying it on my big silicone mat that I was using. This brand didn’t have many bubbles and I tapped the bottle cap a little bit and got the few that were in there out before I applied the epoxy on top of the insert.

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    I took these pictures right after I applied the epoxy and right at the beginning of the curing process. One day in and curing is going very well and I have to say I’m happy with the results so far!
     
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