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Rhinoww
·I just acquired a Speedsonic 188.0001 with the rectangle pushers (strap although I am curious about the OG metal strap). It’s in the mail but I’ll post photos once it arrives late next week. It certainly has its flaws as it was a loved piece but given production numbers and price I felt compelled to get it. Reportedly fully functional. I do plan on sending over to Rob for an overhaul after I have had it for a bit of wrist time as he is busy.
The crystal is in need of replacement. I have replaced many Seiko crystals on 6139’s, 6309 etc. I have yet to replace any Omega crystals (See my other thread on my Mark II where I have the crystal and fantastic instructions to make a jig from a member here- and the pvc parts under my desk - but have settled in to enjoy that watch with its small issues. Call me chicken😂)
This brings me back to the speedsonic.
I was wondering if anyone here has replaced a crystal and if it would involve anything more than careful use of a regular press (which I can handle) or if the crystal install might require an omega jig/fabricate my own jig.
I recognize there are not many of these out there but thought I would ask the question here before popping the crystal out only to learn I couldn’t get the replacement back in.
Thanks so much
The crystal is in need of replacement. I have replaced many Seiko crystals on 6139’s, 6309 etc. I have yet to replace any Omega crystals (See my other thread on my Mark II where I have the crystal and fantastic instructions to make a jig from a member here- and the pvc parts under my desk - but have settled in to enjoy that watch with its small issues. Call me chicken😂)
This brings me back to the speedsonic.
I was wondering if anyone here has replaced a crystal and if it would involve anything more than careful use of a regular press (which I can handle) or if the crystal install might require an omega jig/fabricate my own jig.
I recognize there are not many of these out there but thought I would ask the question here before popping the crystal out only to learn I couldn’t get the replacement back in.
Thanks so much