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clarencek · 24 August 2009, 10:08 AM

Is the only way to change the bezel insert (not the bezel) on a LV by changing the whole bezel? I've seen the instructions for how to do this and I'm not up for that.

I'm hoping there's an easy way to just change the insert. Is there a guide online? I've googled but everything I've seen is about changing the whole bezel.

Thanks!

greekbum · 24 August 2009, 10:10 AM

Just go to an AD and buy the bezel insert and have them do it.If thye wont do it find a watchmaker with a Rolex parts account and have him do it. They will do it right no scratches etc etc

Tools · 24 August 2009, 10:13 AM

We have a tutorial by Jocke over in our Reference library..

You have to take the entire bezel off to properly get the insert out, but you almost never have to change the entire bezel..........

clarencek · 24 August 2009, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

We have a tutorial by Jocke over in our Reference library..

You have to take the entire bezel off to properly get the insert out, but you almost never have to change the entire bezel..........

Thanks! That's what I found when I googled it. Goodness... I don't have the stomach for that. I'll go to a watch pro. :-)

clarencek · 31 August 2009, 12:52 PM

So... I went around to a few watch stores here in NYC and none would swap the bezel insert for me. :-(

Does anyone know someone in the NYC area that would do this kind of work?
Thanks!

Mrdi · 31 August 2009, 01:16 PM

You can do it and one of the guys here can get you the right insert.
You are soon to become a true TRF member.

cbehnke1672 · 31 August 2009, 03:56 PM

I have an LV with a black bezel, the AD did it for under $100, here are the pics.
http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s...ke1672/022.jpg

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s...ke1672/018.jpg

fishrising · 31 August 2009, 08:08 PM

It is very easy to do. And with a nylon pry bar, no need to use masking tape to protect the case:

Rolex-oo7 · 1 September 2009, 10:54 AM

If you change the bezel, you still won't have the correct dial, the LV has Maxi markers the 16610 does not. Either way if you change one or both your time piece now enters the "counterfiet" catagory which according to Rolex they will not service. In my opinion it's better to either trade/sell your ss Sub or keep it the way it should be. It's a classic the way it is...the LV is a great piece too.

clarencek · 4 February 2010, 03:48 PM

I did it... after 5 months, I bought a new black bezel, and following Jocke's instructions swapped the bezel on my LV.

I have to say - it's pretty gross what's underneath the bezel, but it felt good cleaning all that crud out and putting in a new insert.

Anyway, loving this right now!

WatchTimes · 4 February 2010, 03:52 PM

Now that would be a great looking watch with the cyclops off the crystal!

Anyone have a LV without the cyclops???

sleddog · 4 February 2010, 04:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clarencek

I did it... after 5 months, I bought a new black bezel, and following Jocke's instructions swapped the bezel on my LV.

I have to say - it's pretty gross what's underneath the bezel, but it felt good cleaning all that crud out and putting in a new insert.

Anyway, loving this right now!

Excellent....Looks great!!

DS_Obsessed · 4 February 2010, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolex-oo7

If you change the bezel, you still won't have the correct dial, the LV has Maxi markers the 16610 does not. Either way if you change one or both your time piece now enters the "counterfiet" catagory which according to Rolex they will not service. In my opinion it's better to either trade/sell your ss Sub or keep it the way it should be. It's a classic the way it is...the LV is a great piece too.

First off a functional retard properly trained can change the bezel on a sub. Do a search, I'm pretty sure there are a couple tutorials. Second, there are several members who regularly swap their bezel to go with their mood or for a change of pace. Third, as far as the watch entering counterfit territory because of a bezel switch is kind of a stretch. It's not like you are changing the movement.

Buy a bezel from someone on trf, like steve m, he seems to be very strong in the parts department. Check a tutorial and change you bezel. There is nothing wrong with a change of pace. Also don't worry about what elitist say about what you want to do to your watch. It's yours.

Z-Sub · 4 February 2010, 05:46 PM

For your comparison

lukestevenson · 4 February 2010, 09:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clarencek

Is the only way to change the bezel insert (not the bezel) on a LV by changing the whole bezel? I've seen the instructions for how to do this and I'm not up for that.

I'm hoping there's an easy way to just change the insert. Is there a guide online? I've googled but everything I've seen is about changing the whole bezel.

Thanks!

The only way you will get a genuine Rolex Green bezel is to send it to swap it with them. I have just sent mine to rolex to be fully fitted for the retail price of £35. not worth doing myself

clarencek · 4 February 2010, 10:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DS_Obsessed

First off a functional retard properly trained can change the bezel on a sub.

Gee thanks.
But you're right... the hardest part was getting the courage to take a knife to the watch. The bezel popped off really easy and with a little pressure the insert came out. Took a few minutes and that's because i went nuts cleaning. :-)

mike · 4 February 2010, 10:32 PM

Put me down as another that likes the look.

HL65 · 4 February 2010, 10:33 PM

I would leave it alone--that is why you bought an LV--beacuse it was an LV. If you feel compelled to do it--make sure you don't mess up as it could be a costly mistake!

TSW · 4 February 2010, 10:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike

Put me down as another that likes the look.

X2

sakuraba · 5 February 2010, 03:01 AM

Congratulations on making the switch!

Jocke should get a commission for his tutorial!

NorthernPike · 5 February 2010, 01:33 PM

I went to 2 ADs in the west end of Toronto. One offered to sell and install a black insert; no problem. I didn't get a price though. The other said it was out of the question. It was not the correct part for the watch and he would never consider installing an incorrect part.

jlopicco · 11 March 2010, 06:21 AM

Does removing the bezel cause the bezel to be loosen up? I was surprised at how tightly the bezel is fitted to the case on my new LV, it has almost zero play in it. I do have a black insert and was planning on one day changing it out, but I would be hesitant if taking the bezel off causes any premature wear. Thanks for any responses ahead of time.

Joe

NorthernPike · 11 March 2010, 06:28 AM

I'd at least wait until the warranty is expired.

David Woo · 11 March 2010, 07:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DS_Obsessed

First off a functional retard properly trained can change the bezel on a sub.

Yes, but they're all busy working at Tourneau these days, lol.
DW

Puffy · 11 March 2010, 07:56 AM

Jocke's tutorial rules!!

chrislkb · 11 March 2010, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fishrising

It is very easy to do. And with a nylon pry bar, no need to use masking tape to protect the case:

Cool man, the Houdini between black vs verde insert and oyster vs jubilee brace! Thanks for posting the pixs!

brandxbrand · 11 March 2010, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolex-oo7

Iif you change one or both your time piece now enters the "counterfiet" catagory which according to Rolex they will not service.

mfer · 11 March 2010, 12:11 PM

Well, I went the other way (black to green on non-lv) and then went back to just black. Now I have this LV bezel that I paid a lot of money for....

Click me for swap pics

24 August 2009, 10:08 AM	#1
clarencek "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 400	Bezel Insert Swap on LV? Is the only way to change the bezel insert (not the bezel) on a LV by changing the whole bezel? I've seen the instructions for how to do this and I'm not up for that. I'm hoping there's an easy way to just change the insert. Is there a guide online? I've googled but everything I've seen is about changing the whole bezel. Thanks!

24 August 2009, 10:10 AM	#2
greekbum "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Nikos Location: Florida Watch: Rolex GMT 16750 Posts: 8,418	Just go to an AD and buy the bezel insert and have them do it.If thye wont do it find a watchmaker with a Rolex parts account and have him do it. They will do it right no scratches etc etc __________________ Follow Me On Instagram @nickgogas Original Owner ROLEX 16750 GMT Daily Wearer For Over 13,000 Days And Counting

24 August 2009, 10:13 AM	#3
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,414	We have a tutorial by Jocke over in our Reference library.. You have to take the entire bezel off to properly get the insert out, but you almost never have to change the entire bezel.......... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

31 August 2009, 03:56 PM	#7
cbehnke1672 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Montpelier, VT Posts: 34	Just buy the insert, not the bezel I have an LV with a black bezel, the AD did it for under $100, here are the pics. http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s...ke1672/022.jpg http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s...ke1672/018.jpg Last edited by cbehnke1672; 31 August 2009 at 03:57 PM.. Reason: post pics

31 August 2009, 08:08 PM	#8
fishrising "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ben Location: New England, USA Watch: Sub, Pam164, PO-XL Posts: 383	It is very easy to do. And with a nylon pry bar, no need to use masking tape to protect the case: __________________ ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ

31 August 2009, 12:52 PM	#5
clarencek "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 400	So... I went around to a few watch stores here in NYC and none would swap the bezel insert for me. :-( Does anyone know someone in the NYC area that would do this kind of work? Thanks!

31 August 2009, 01:16 PM	#6
Mrdi Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,478	You can do it and one of the guys here can get you the right insert. You are soon to become a true TRF member.

1 September 2009, 10:54 AM	#9
Rolex-oo7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Orange County Posts: 4	If you change the bezel, you still won't have the correct dial, the LV has Maxi markers the 16610 does not. Either way if you change one or both your time piece now enters the "counterfiet" catagory which according to Rolex they will not service. In my opinion it's better to either trade/sell your ss Sub or keep it the way it should be. It's a classic the way it is...the LV is a great piece too.

4 February 2010, 03:52 PM	#11
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,787	Now that would be a great looking watch with the cyclops off the crystal! Anyone have a LV without the cyclops??? __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

4 February 2010, 10:32 PM	#17
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Put me down as another that likes the look.

4 February 2010, 10:33 PM	#18
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,873	I would leave it alone--that is why you bought an LV--beacuse it was an LV. If you feel compelled to do it--make sure you don't mess up as it could be a costly mistake! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

5 February 2010, 03:01 AM	#20
sakuraba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Jib Location: SJ, California Watch: sun dial Posts: 8,189	Congratulations on making the switch! Jocke should get a commission for his tutorial!

5 February 2010, 01:33 PM	#21
NorthernPike "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: LV, 1949 Everest Posts: 463	I went to 2 ADs in the west end of Toronto. One offered to sell and install a black insert; no problem. I didn't get a price though. The other said it was out of the question. It was not the correct part for the watch and he would never consider installing an incorrect part.

11 March 2010, 06:21 AM	#22
jlopicco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Joe Location: New Jersey Watch: 16610LV Posts: 147	Does removing the bezel cause the bezel to be loosen up? I was surprised at how tightly the bezel is fitted to the case on my new LV, it has almost zero play in it. I do have a black insert and was planning on one day changing it out, but I would be hesitant if taking the bezel off causes any premature wear. Thanks for any responses ahead of time. Joe

11 March 2010, 06:28 AM	#23
NorthernPike "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: LV, 1949 Everest Posts: 463	I'd at least wait until the warranty is expired.

11 March 2010, 07:56 AM	#25
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	Jocke's tutorial rules!! __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

11 March 2010, 12:11 PM	#28
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,723	Well, I went the other way (black to green on non-lv) and then went back to just black. Now I have this LV bezel that I paid a lot of money for.... Click me for swap pics __________________ member#3242

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