How to change the bezel on your Submariner or GMT for that matter (DYI vid)

I reposted this video to help another watch enthusiast on the dive watch forum at EOT, but please note, that if you haven't done this before, it's best to cover your watch with masking tape to protect it. I'm obviously quite comfortable doing this and to me it's just a watch, but for some of the more squeamish viewers, this maybe too difficult to watch. As with anything, if you don't want to take chances, go to a professional and have this done there instead. Hope this is helpful to some.

Category:

Howto & Style

Tags:

• Rolex
• Green
• Submariner
• 16610LV
• bezel
• change

[Landvanooit]

could you tell how to buy a real rolex lv green bezelring? im told its not possible in the Netherlands...

[jpcalgarycanada]

I understand that this is Rolex policy now, for a couple of years at least. I was fortunate because my AD is also an authorized service center and given my history with this dealer, they did this for me as a favour, but they were sure to explain that this isn't allowed and not to share with anyone where I got it from. They do come up occassionally on Ebay and other watch sales boards. Good luck.

[patrickbyr]

Great clip JP. Came across a link from TZ, rolex-modern. Very nicely done, thanks for sharing. The only thing I do differently is use a plastic 'tool' for the initial bezel removal in an effort to not scratch anything with a metal bladed knife. Your hands must be steadier than mine :)

[jpcalgarycanada]

Thanks Patrick. Your way makes sense. Never hurts to be careful. Regards, JP

[muratb333]

great video, i just got a non date sub and i wanted to watch this video for future reference in case the bezel gets scratched . Also you timed the whole thing with your speedy :) . I kept going between buying the speedy and the sub for so long...

[jpcalgarycanada]

Having owned a 5513 in the past, I still long for a 14060 no-date sub.....someday :)

[EphraimRodrigez]

after the rolex he did not had money left for a decent camera ^^

[kroniuss]

can you put a ceramic bezel in one of the old models?

[Shmuck60]

Always, I say always have a certified Rolex watch repairman/jeweler work on your watches. Unless you're a millionaire and thus can afford to fudge up your watches.

[minersss]

men my hand was shaking when i did this to my rolex

[ultrasmilan81]

beautiful watch... the omega speedy!!!!

[Lonnie91a]

I've never tried installing the insert while the bezel was on the watch. I mostly work on the vintage ones that don't click so u don't need to line it up. Good tip for the saphire models though. I will try that next time.

[bnmartiol]

Greet now i cant put mine back on

[ColonelAllan]

Cool tutorial. I use plastic wedges. Used a knife the first time. No damage, but never again. It just felt dodgy as hell. One slip is all it takes. There is a plastic tool made by Snapon, the PBN2 non-marring prybar which works a treat and will not scratch your watch. They're hard to get hold of here in England though. Cool how you got the bracelet off so fast. I'm reluctant to try it as I know people who can't get it back on and have to constantly use a nato. Peace!

[zazfilm]

i'd have some serious reservations about going at my $5000.00 watch with a swiss army knife, but hey...that's just me. i'm kooky that way.

[zasetko]

exellent video... thanks