Seamaster 14700 Loose Bezel

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Kik_Kat_Kish

·Apr 20, 2021

Hi OF members,

I finally got to wear my Seamaster 14700 2 CS in public and the bezel has popped of and is now lost to eternity. Please can I have your help in identifying the part number required for it's placement?

 

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DON

·Apr 20, 2021

Email Omega with the case reference number and ask about the replacement bezel.

They should have the number for it

DON

 

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Archer

·Apr 20, 2021·Omega Qualified Watchmaker

No bezel is listed for this case...

 

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cristos71

·Apr 20, 2021

Although I'm not sure I doubt very much that you'll be able to order a bezel for this early 60's reference. I know from experience you just have to be lucky a spot one loose, or a complete case donor, on Ebay or the such like.

Patience will be key here!

 

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Kik_Kat_Kish

·Apr 20, 2021

Thanks @DON, @Archer and @cristos71 for the advice 😉

 

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Kik_Kat_Kish

·Apr 23, 2021

Thankfully I was able to find the bezel but have found that the bezel keeps popping of. Is there a knack to getting the bezel to remain in place? I not sure if the bezel may have distorted since cleaning.

 

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X350 XJR

·Apr 23, 2021·Vintage Omega Aficionado

These usually need to be attached with a press providing the case and bezel are in good condition.

 

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Kik_Kat_Kish

·Apr 23, 2021

X350 XJR

These usually need to be attached with a press providing the case and bezel are in good condition.

Hi @X350 XJR would the press be something I'd be able to purchase or would you recommend giving to a watchmaker to do?

 

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X350 XJR

·Apr 23, 2021·Vintage Omega Aficionado

I would just take it to a watchmaker, they should know if it "feels" right when they put it on, in good condition it should have a fairly distinct click or snap when it goes on.

 

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Kik_Kat_Kish

·Apr 25, 2021

X350 XJR

I would just take it to a watchmaker, they should know if it "feels" right when they put it on, in good condition it should have a fairly distinct click or snap when it goes on.

Thanks @X350 XJR