Seamaster gmt bezel insert removal

gpssti4

The insert should just push out. Although on some cheap watches I have found some inserts to be glued in. In that case I used a very thin (and sharp) craft knife to gently prise the insert up from the bezel. If you’re unsure about it, have a local watchsmith change it for you. Here’s mine with an all back GMT insert.

MHBsheep

Hey OF

I've seen some bezel insert mod for 2234.50 seamaster gmt on the internet and i wanted to try it for myself but i can't seem to take the bezel insert out of the bezel. I've heard it's usually friction fitted but it's stuck.. I'm afraid to apply alot of pressure on it because the bezel might bend.

Can you guys give me any advice to solve this problem?
Do i need to use chemicals to remove the bezel insert?

Thanks

MHBsheep

Hey OF

I've seen some bezel insert mod for 2234.50 seamaster gmt on the internet and i wanted to try it for myself but i can't seem to take the bezel insert out of the bezel. I've heard it's usually friction fitted but it's stuck.. I'm afraid to apply alot of pressure on it because the bezel might bend.

Can you guys give me any advice to solve this problem?
Do i need to use chemicals to remove the bezel insert?

Thanks

gpssti4

The insert should just push out. Although on some cheap watches I have found some inserts to be glued in. In that case I used a very thin (and sharp) craft knife to gently prise the insert up from the bezel. If you’re unsure about it, have a local watchsmith change it for you. Here’s mine with an all back GMT insert.

Archer

They are not glued in from the factory - they are friction fitted. As noted, the best way to remove it is using a press:







Same for installation:



Cheers, Al

Archer

I was responding to the OP, not you...

I don't work with aftermarket (fake) parts, so they may glue in..