Switching bezel insert on a 2255.80

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garrettwright

·Dec 6, 2022

Switching bezel insert on a 2255.80. Does anyone know if I can switch the bezel insert on my electric blue omega Seamaster from the silver insert that is it’s original to a blue insert from either a 2220.80 or a 2221.80? I have a different divers watch that works better for me being able to see it underwater but I have a hard time reading the silver insert bezel on the electric blue. Thanks.

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redzer007

·Dec 6, 2022

I have done the reverse so I vote for yes its possible. Im back to blue bezel now, but may swap again the future. I did swap the whole bezel, not just the insert

 

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SpdMastr

·Dec 6, 2022

Omega only sells the complete bezel and not just the insert. If you’re interested in replacing just the insert, you’ll have to source an aftermarket component that won’t match the original 100%

 

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garrettwright

·Dec 8, 2022

Thank you. This helps tremendously!

 

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garrettwright

·Dec 8, 2022

Thoughts on how much I would be charged from omega for this?

 

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josiahg52

·Dec 8, 2022

Omega won't do the swap as your asking for a non-factory configuration. Find a willing independent or do it yourself. Finding the part will take some effort.

 

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redzer007

·Dec 8, 2022

Ebay. Make sure its original and not after market. Will be used, but good condition come up frequently enough. 100 to 200 USD\EUR is what id expect to pay. Not difficut to swap yourself. Loads of youtube videos on it. Little bit of nerve and little bit of skill. Also make sure you get the correct size 41 vs 36 etc and from correct era.

If you are precious about your watch ask an independent to do it for you. Im too impatient and have swapped a few times. Also done my 16710 (pepsi to nero) that took more nerve

 

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502 to right

·Dec 9, 2022

It can be done yourself if you are handy.

 

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RonP

·Dec 10, 2022

A new Bezel from Omega themselves will cost 270 euro exclusive the labor to replace the bezel.

 

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josiahg52

·Dec 10, 2022

R RonP

A new Bezel from Omega themselves will cost 270 euro exclusive the labor to replace the bezel.

You can't purchase parts from Omega without a certified parts account and even then, they won't install non-original parts on a watch. Harder and harder to find online sellers of genuine parts, too, since Omega has clamped down. Best bet is to find a good used one.

To the OP, removing the bezel is fairly easy. I removed the bezel on my ref. 2254.50 in order to replace the bezel click spring - with an aftermarket spring. I used one of those split rubber rings intended for bezel removal that Esslinger and other outfits sell. Very low risk to the bezel, in my estimation, using one of those. If it doesn't come off with that, then consult a professional.

 

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RonP

·Dec 10, 2022

Indeed, omega spare part accounts are becoming rare these days but not extinct. So ask your your independant Omega certified watchmaker if he can help you. If you find one on Ebay that is not pristine you will get “irritated” I think from seeing the dent, scratches every time you look for the time, or is it my OCPD?

 

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josiahg52

·Dec 10, 2022

Another way to think about it is that a used one might show similar wear to the watch. In any case, genuine - new or used - is the way to go.