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Tools · 26 August 2008, 08:04 AM

We get a number of requests for Jockes excellent bezel insert replacement tutorial..

So, here by popular request....

Jocke's Bezel Insert Tutorial

If you are planning to change an old one for a slightly newer one you need to know this.

...............................Rolex Sub Insert Sizes........................

...........Old Sub .................................................. .........New Sub
5513, 5512, 1665, 1680 ......................................16808,16800, 16618, 16610
Outside Diameter: 36.55mm ...................................Outside Diameter: 37.65mm
Inside Diameter: 30.3mm .......................................Inside Diameter: 30.7mm

New Style Sub no date ............................................... Sea Dweller
14060,14060M .................................................. ....16660
Outside Diameter: 36.55mm .....................................Outside Diameter: 36.65
Inside Diameter: 29.7mm ..........................................Inside Diameter: 29.70mm

.....................Part Numbers For the GMT Insert ..............

Black with white numbers 315-16750-1
Red/Blue with white numbers 315-16750-6
Bronze/Yellow with yellow numbers 315-16753-5
Black with yellow numbers 315-16753-1
Black with yellow numbers 315-16758-1
Bronze with yellow numbers 315-1675-3
Bronze with yellow numbers 315-16758-3
Black/Red with white numbers 315-16760-7
Black with white numbers 315-16700-1
Red/Blue with white numbers 315-16700-6
Bronze/Yellow with yellow numbers 315-16713-5
Black with yellow numbers 315-16718-1
Bronze with yellow numbers 315-16718-3

.............GMT Insert sizing:.............
The 1675/16750 ...............have an I.D. of 30.2 and an O.D. of 37.75mm
The 16700/16760/16710.... have an I.D. of 30.7 and an O.D. of 37.65mm

nikhileshsingh · 9 April 2009, 09:13 PM

dude scary as hell! but thanks for the info

pdxrolex · 15 April 2009, 01:52 PM

Great technique, I also tape my case knife to avoid scratches on the underside of the bezel ring.

gioarmani7428 · 17 April 2009, 08:42 AM

Simple & easy--nicely done.

vitix · 4 June 2009, 01:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

We get a number of requests for Jockes excellent bezel insert replacement tutorial..

So, here by popular request....

Jocke's Bezel Insert Tutorial

If you are planning to change an old one for a slightly newer one you need to know this.

...............................Rolex Insert Sizes........................

...........Old Sub .................................................. .........New Sub
5513, 5512, 1665, 1680 ......................................16808,16800, 16618, 16610
Outside Diameter: 36.55mm ...................................Outside Diameter: 37.65mm
Inside Diameter: 30.3mm .......................................Inside Diameter: 30.7mm

New Style Sub no date ............................................... Sea Dweller
14060,14060M .................................................. ....16660
Outside Diameter: 36.55mm .....................................Outside Diameter: 36.65
Inside Diameter: 29.7mm ..........................................Inside Diameter: 29.70mm

tools, are you a Watchmaker?

mcubed · 18 June 2009, 01:01 AM

Interesting,

Perhaps one of the reasons Rolex are so expensive (but a good thing), each watch is truly different...the 14060 is not just a 16610 with a different dial and no date, it is a completely different, non interchangeable watch...

bartonjet · 18 July 2009, 11:52 AM

using the handle of my jeweler's pliers (rubber coated) to run along that last part of the insert is a life saver.

BXNupe · 28 August 2009, 12:02 PM

Extremely well done and helpful. Thank you!

eSWiFT · 15 September 2010, 05:57 AM

Thank You

eSWiFT · 15 September 2010, 05:59 AM

will the same procedure apply for a Djust 16220? thnx

66Cooper · 18 September 2010, 06:02 AM

Interested in knowing the ID and OD of the GMT 6542 and whether there was a difference between the bakelite versions and the middle-year metal insert? Also, are they the same size as the Sub 6538?
Great post by the way. Going home tonight to try FINALLY try to replace my bezel. Thanks!

Georgepalmer · 5 April 2011, 06:48 AM

Hi guys,
My old man's snowflake has been hidden away in a shoebox, without a bezel for about 15 years and he's finally decided I can have it if I get the missing parts and looking good again. Anybody know where I can find a blue bezel? I need all the bits! I've had a look at Jocke's tutorial and I don't seem to have a hole for the spring - am I meant to?? Is it because mine is bi-directional??

Any help would be much appreciated!

Thanks,

George

P.s. would also love to get a box and the anchor at some stage - where can I get these from?? Can anyone tell I'm addicted to this watch?

EE33 · 5 April 2011, 06:06 PM

Successfully changed the Pepsi insert to the coke.

Followed Jocke's instructions and it was easy. The only thing I didn't like was the glue residue the masking tape left over, I'll be using a thin piece of cloth instead in future.

Talon_38 · 17 December 2011, 03:49 PM

I have an 1987 model (97xxxxx) and it to doesn't have the spring/detent mechanism. Snapping it off is similar though I never worried about scratching the case. This guy has been a workhorse.

fishingbear · 26 June 2013, 12:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EE33

Successfully changed the Pepsi insert to the coke.

Followed Jocke's instructions and it was easy. The only thing I didn't like was the glue residue the masking tape left over, I'll be using a thin piece of cloth instead in future.

I have found that just taping the knife works perfectly with no worries of marking the watch and residue not an issue.

2ar2c1 · 26 June 2013, 03:15 AM

everytime I've seen the photos, I wish Jocke had cleaned the case before putting the bezel back on. A few seconds with a qtip and it'd be spotless.

GrayTuxedo · 29 June 2013, 07:53 AM

So as asked above... Will this process work with the datejust 16220 R? I would like to put the original bezel back on myself if possible.

Thanks!

sleddog · 29 June 2013, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eSWiFT

will the same procedure apply for a Djust 16220? thnx

Quote:

Originally Posted by GrayTuxedo

So as asked above... Will this process work with the datejust 16220 R? I would like to put the original bezel back on myself if possible.

Thanks!

No it will not.

The datejust is a press-fit to the case, and is paramount to the integrity of the waterproof design of the case....totaly different to the GMT/Sub.

nuthin · 21 August 2014, 05:16 AM

hi all

here is my first post ;)

i'd like to know if it is possible to change the black bezel of my Sub ref 16610 (bought in 2007) for others colors ?

indeed i really like the bezel of the brand new submariner and the classic green one and would like to know if the size could match.

where to find them ?

thanks a lot

Johny · 21 August 2014, 05:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nuthin

hi all

here is my first post ;)

i'd like to know if it is possible to change the black bezel of my Sub ref 16610 (bought in 2007) for others colors ?

indeed i really like the bezel of the brand new submariner and the classic green one and would like to know if the size could match.

where to find them ?

thanks a lot

hi and welcome to the forum...why not start a new thread on this subject in the general section where a lot more members are likely to see it.

nuthin · 21 August 2014, 06:04 AM

ok thanks

steeldreams · 6 October 2014, 10:18 AM

For twenty six years, I waited to learn how to do this. Thank you so much.

Cab pilot · 22 March 2015, 10:40 PM

Great tutorial!

tripleC · 22 March 2015, 10:48 PM

Used this technique numerous times throughout the years thank you ....

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Steve36Efc · 6 May 2015, 09:30 PM

Thanks, I've just swapped the insert of my coke for the black, it looks amazing

jkf2112 · 29 May 2015, 04:37 AM

Is it possible to change a sub bezel to the black and blue GMT II bezel? The diameters are different I believe.

liuk3 · 13 June 2015, 01:49 PM

Will it damage the watch at all repeatedly swapping bezel inserts?

RolleyBoys · 13 June 2015, 06:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by liuk3

Will it damage the watch at all repeatedly swapping bezel inserts?

I'm not 100% sure of damaging the watch but I heard it's not good to swap the bezel inserts so many times. Eventually overtime wear and tear may damage the watch?

liuk3 · 14 June 2015, 07:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RolleyBoys

I'm not 100% sure of damaging the watch but I heard it's not good to swap the bezel inserts so many times. Eventually overtime wear and tear may damage the watch?

Yeah, that's what I'm trying to figure out. Not much feedback on it from anyone. Thanks.

dysondiver · 14 June 2015, 07:51 AM

the other thing i do is to turn the bezel to a random position first , so its not always the same part of the bezel that gets the leverage ,,,, great pics jocke ,,

26 August 2008, 08:04 AM	#1
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,457	Changing A Bezel Insert...by Jocke.. We get a number of requests for Jockes excellent bezel insert replacement tutorial.. So, here by popular request.... Jocke's Bezel Insert Tutorial If you are planning to change an old one for a slightly newer one you need to know this. ...............................Rolex Sub Insert Sizes........................ ...........Old Sub .................................................. .........New Sub 5513, 5512, 1665, 1680 ......................................16808,16800, 16618, 16610 Outside Diameter: 36.55mm ...................................Outside Diameter: 37.65mm Inside Diameter: 30.3mm .......................................Inside Diameter: 30.7mm New Style Sub no date ............................................... Sea Dweller 14060,14060M .................................................. ....16660 Outside Diameter: 36.55mm .....................................Outside Diameter: 36.65 Inside Diameter: 29.7mm ..........................................Inside Diameter: 29.70mm .....................Part Numbers For the GMT Insert .............. Black with white numbers 315-16750-1 Red/Blue with white numbers 315-16750-6 Bronze/Yellow with yellow numbers 315-16753-5 Black with yellow numbers 315-16753-1 Black with yellow numbers 315-16758-1 Bronze with yellow numbers 315-1675-3 Bronze with yellow numbers 315-16758-3 Black/Red with white numbers 315-16760-7 Black with white numbers 315-16700-1 Red/Blue with white numbers 315-16700-6 Bronze/Yellow with yellow numbers 315-16713-5 Black with yellow numbers 315-16718-1 Bronze with yellow numbers 315-16718-3 .............GMT Insert sizing:............. The 1675/16750 ...............have an I.D. of 30.2 and an O.D. of 37.75mm The 16700/16760/16710.... have an I.D. of 30.7 and an O.D. of 37.65mm __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

15 September 2010, 05:57 AM	#9
eSWiFT Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Lav Maharajh Location: S.A Watch: Datejust Quickset Posts: 18	Helpful Thank You

5 April 2011, 06:06 PM	#13
EE33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Des Location: China Watch: 16613 16710 116520 Posts: 2,841	Successfully changed the Pepsi insert to the coke. Followed Jocke's instructions and it was easy. The only thing I didn't like was the glue residue the masking tape left over, I'll be using a thin piece of cloth instead in future. __________________ *TRFs "after Dark" bar and NightClub Addict* Punctuality is the courtesy shown only by Kings Dalip: "GTG posts are worthless without pics, absolutely worthless"

21 August 2014, 05:16 AM	#19
nuthin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: France Posts: 5	just a question hi all here is my first post ;) i'd like to know if it is possible to change the black bezel of my Sub ref 16610 (bought in 2007) for others colors ? indeed i really like the bezel of the brand new submariner and the classic green one and would like to know if the size could match. where to find them ? thanks a lot

13 June 2015, 01:49 PM	#27
liuk3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 3,354	Will it damage the watch at all repeatedly swapping bezel inserts? __________________ "Appreciate your life!"

9 April 2009, 09:13 PM	#2
nikhileshsingh Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: New Delhi, INDIA Watch: Sub, Explorer II Posts: 26	dude scary as hell! but thanks for the info

15 April 2009, 01:52 PM	#3
pdxrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: US Posts: 123	Great technique, I also tape my case knife to avoid scratches on the underside of the bezel ring.

17 April 2009, 08:42 AM	#4
gioarmani7428 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Orlando Posts: 37	Simple & easy--nicely done.

18 June 2009, 01:01 AM	#6
mcubed "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: US Posts: 468	Interesting, Perhaps one of the reasons Rolex are so expensive (but a good thing), each watch is truly different...the 14060 is not just a 16610 with a different dial and no date, it is a completely different, non interchangeable watch...

18 July 2009, 11:52 AM	#7
bartonjet Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC USA Watch: vintage gilt subs Posts: 61	using the handle of my jeweler's pliers (rubber coated) to run along that last part of the insert is a life saver.

28 August 2009, 12:02 PM	#8
BXNupe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Boston, MA - USA Watch: SS GMTc Posts: 191	Extremely well done and helpful. Thank you!

15 September 2010, 05:59 AM	#10
eSWiFT Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Lav Maharajh Location: S.A Watch: Datejust Quickset Posts: 18	will the same procedure apply for a Djust 16220? thnx

18 September 2010, 06:02 AM	#11
66Cooper "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: New Jersey, USA Posts: 3	Interested in knowing the ID and OD of the GMT 6542 and whether there was a difference between the bakelite versions and the middle-year metal insert? Also, are they the same size as the Sub 6538? Great post by the way. Going home tonight to try FINALLY try to replace my bezel. Thanks!

5 April 2011, 06:48 AM	#12
Georgepalmer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: George Location: GB Watch: Tudor Snowflake Posts: 10	Hi guys, My old man's snowflake has been hidden away in a shoebox, without a bezel for about 15 years and he's finally decided I can have it if I get the missing parts and looking good again. Anybody know where I can find a blue bezel? I need all the bits! I've had a look at Jocke's tutorial and I don't seem to have a hole for the spring - am I meant to?? Is it because mine is bi-directional?? Any help would be much appreciated! Thanks, George P.s. would also love to get a box and the anchor at some stage - where can I get these from?? Can anyone tell I'm addicted to this watch?

17 December 2011, 03:49 PM	#14
Talon_38 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: David Location: USA Posts: 1	I have an 1987 model (97xxxxx) and it to doesn't have the spring/detent mechanism. Snapping it off is similar though I never worried about scratching the case. This guy has been a workhorse.

26 June 2013, 03:15 AM	#16
2ar2c1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: in a house Posts: 537	everytime I've seen the photos, I wish Jocke had cleaned the case before putting the bezel back on. A few seconds with a qtip and it'd be spotless.

29 June 2013, 07:53 AM	#17
GrayTuxedo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: New Jersey Posts: 14	So as asked above... Will this process work with the datejust 16220 R? I would like to put the original bezel back on myself if possible. Thanks!

21 August 2014, 06:04 AM	#21
nuthin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: France Posts: 5	ok thanks

6 October 2014, 10:18 AM	#22
steeldreams "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Philippines Posts: 11	For twenty six years, I waited to learn how to do this. Thank you so much.

22 March 2015, 10:40 PM	#23
Cab pilot "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: NJ Watch: SDDS 116660 Posts: 70	Great tutorial!

22 March 2015, 10:48 PM	#24
tripleC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: charles Location: new york Watch: explorer II Posts: 557	Used this technique numerous times throughout the years thank you .... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

6 May 2015, 09:30 PM	#25
Steve36Efc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Wales Watch: 126603 Posts: 2,606	Thanks, I've just swapped the insert of my coke for the black, it looks amazing

29 May 2015, 04:37 AM	#26
jkf2112 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Here and There Posts: 129	Is it possible to change a sub bezel to the black and blue GMT II bezel? The diameters are different I believe.

14 June 2015, 07:51 AM	#30
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	the other thing i do is to turn the bezel to a random position first , so its not always the same part of the bezel that gets the leverage ,,,, great pics jocke ,,

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