Hi Everyone,

I recently purchased a Speedmaster referenced 3511.50. I originally had the triple date (as per my profile pic) but found the dial too busy. I decided to sell it and get a cleaner, panda dial in the 3511.50. I really like the look of the watch. It is sort of similar to a Speedy Tuesday. To tip it closer to a traditional Speedmaster or even Speedy Tuesday model, I wanted to do a bezel swap from the stainless steel to the black insert tachy. Does anyone know where to find a bezel of this kind, or what is the best way to approach this? I typically like keeping a watch true to its forum, but considering how varied these models are, I think it could be fun to make a dream piece, as I would love to own a speedy Tuesday but cannot justify the price.

Here is a picture of the look I'm going for taken off Reddit. A user there did the same build I'm going for.

 

Likely the process is not just changing the bezel. See here https://omegaforums.net/threads/bezel-replacement.25049/
The 3511.50 is one of those ETA 7750-based speedys so, be aware on what you're getting into. I think you'd have to buy both the bezel and the crystal.

 

Is it the same case as a Speedy date? That’s the question. 3513 should be the same case...

Finding the bezels the easy part.

 

I believe it’s the same case, therefore, I don’t think I need to purchase a different crystal. However, I have no idea where to get a Bezel. It seems like an eBay search and google search does not bring up anything.

 

Does anyone know if I need the bezel or just a Bezel insert?

 

If you read the linked thread it explains the process and Omega does not sell the insert by itself.

 

Looks like I need to reach out to an AD to see if they can sell me the bezel.

 

Replace AD with watchmaker with a parts account with Omega and your on the right track.

 

Thank you. I’ll let you know what happens.

 

This does seem like the right track. I actually ended up messaging the original seller off reddit (u/ruinlux) and he told me he got it done at his local AD. So, @Aeropagus let us know how it goes

 

Thank you! I appreciate the information. Hopefully it won’t be too expensive of a modification.

 

Not exactly mutually exclusive... but not all AD’s have a watchmaker.

 

Does anyone know the part number, or perhaps the best way to ask? Since local AD’s are a bit far, I’m most likely going to call in. I also am going to try local watchmakers.

 

Ahh, very true. I will go ask the guy where he got it done.

@Aeropagus Just have the ref number handy. If the places you ring up have a parts account they should be able to ascertain things from there I think.

 

Would this work? http://www.startimesupply.com/merch...V365&Category_Code=1H-Parts-bezel_nsert-omega

 

I didn't know Omega used ETA's. That's a disappointment

 

What? Why?

There was a dude that came a few months ago and complained about watch brands using common movements. He got riggedy-riggedy rekt by the members here...

 

Because ETAs is what you find on a Tissot, and I was under the impression that they can be considered decent quality movements but more of a budget alternative. I have been interested in watches for a couple of years alone, so I am well aware that I might be speaking out of ignorance and I welcome anyone who "reks" me with some good, solid knowledge

 

Or a Tudor, a Brietling, Paneri, IWC... I can go on and that’s just 7750 movements.

 

Exactly. I can't seem to find the thread... there were very good arguments put forth there. I remember he opened the thread with accusing Longines of being cheap, and then it devolved into him praising chinese tourbillons, which elicited a lot of faces on palms.. Wouldn't be surprised if the thread was deleted.

I mean, to be fair @MMariotti that guy's arguments were very ill put (+ his general attitude) so that's why he got the response he got, but my point was more that there's more than just ETA stuff being 'cheap'. A lot more.