You'll need to install the ring on the case first. Then install the bezel while pushing the ring tab underneath it and work your way around the bezel one tab at a time while maintaining downward pressure on the bezel.

 

btw.. what's a ring "tab"?

are these the 'bends' on the ring itself?

when you suggest to install the ring first, should it be snug on the case?

Thank you!

 

I have no idea. But very nice, well done.

 

Thank you!!! I was super happy to find the nos bezel

You'll need to install the ring on the case first. Then install the bezel while pushing the ring tab underneath it and work your way around the bezel one tab at a time while maintaining downward pressure on the bezel.

Thank you!!! So.. I kinda played with the ring and it is slightly bent out of shape... hmy:

i found that with this kind of bezel it is either really easy or really hard when the tension ring has been bent a bit out of shape.

I prefer to put the tension ring in the bezel and tilt the bezel so you can fit it on the groove on one side. And then push it down bit by bit and push the tension ring in the groove on the case as you go.

Thank you as well! This is the way I initially did it but man, it just would not budge. Ended up bending the ring a bit as mentioned above.

Does anyone know if these rings are replaceable? I really hope so...

 

i found that with this kind of bezel it is either really easy or really hard when the tension ring has been bent a bit out of shape.

I prefer to put the tension ring in the bezel and tilt the bezel so you can fit it on the groove on one side. And then push it down bit by bit and push the tension ring in the groove on the case as you go.

 

i found that with this kind of bezel it is either really easy or really hard when the tension ring has been bent a bit out of shape.

I prefer to put the tension ring in the bezel and tilt the bezel so you can fit it on the groove on one side. And then push it down bit by bit and push the tension ring in the groove on the case as you go.

This is how I do it also. It's important for the tension ring to be in the correct shape (octagonal or decagonal?) with all 8 (or 10) sides as straight as possible. The ring must not be 'warped', i.e. tension ring lies flat on table top.

To adjust the desired tightness (one function of tension ring) of the bezel on the case, the bezel has to be removed from the case by prying it up (another challenge altogether). Tightness or tension could be adjusted by bending the wire (ring) to increase or decrease its diameter.

 

They're straighten-able

 

hahahha glad to hear and thanks!

hmm, I will try to make it "tighter" so that it fits the watch snug and then try putting the bezel on top.

 

Tried this, no joy. Is there anyone out there that will do minor stuff like this to a watch, but has watchmaker skills (to not screw it up). Seems when I ask with "real watchmakers" that are part of our community I seem to get the "I won't touch it if it doesn't need a servicing" mindset. I'd like to outsource a whole host of minor things like this, but don't want each watch touched to cost me $200.

 

ok this is SUPER helpful stuff everyone. I am super appreciative for everyone's knowledge sharing.

I think my tension ring right now is probably not going to work. I was messing with it a bit trying to put it on. Will try to source a new one and update you guys on how it goes.

 

Like John stated, I try and get as much of the spring started as I can . Then put the watch in my crystal press with light pressure and tighten the thumbscrew down. Now I can turn the watch and not have to have three hands. I use a single blade razor to tuck the bends under the bezel. Has always worked pretty good.

 

When ever i've done one I place the spring on the case first then put the bezel on at a slight angle so as to get as much spring in the bezel that I can then while gently holding the bezel down to the case I work round the bezel and I press any spring showing under the bezel using a tooth pick, thin piece of plastic etc.

Learned something new...seems easier this way!

 

GUYS!!!!!!!!!! IT WORKED! THANK YOUUUUU!!! :grin::grin::grin:

I realized because the ring was bent slightly, it wouldn't naturally 'click' into place. I used a small safety pin to push in the ring and voila - it just clicked in! I'm going to have to replace the ring if I can find one as I can slightly feel the ring not moving inside the bezel smoothly.

The end result? Here it is. Gotta say I'm in love all over again!

Please excuse the smudge marks all over the crystal. Gotta polywatch it out.

Now I'm timing the watch to see how it does. The timer starts and resets without a problem but I think I feel the winding slip slightly.

Now if I can only find someone who can service this..:grin:

 

That looks nice! I'm glad you finally had success getting the bezel back on.



Now I'm going to have to make time to get my 5719 back on line........

 

Great work and coaching all around. I still haven't undertaken anything like this, but I hope to soon enough