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Master_Grogu · 25 July 2021, 12:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by M45

I’d argue that not even Rolex would fix it to look like new without a bezel swap.

I’ve read posts here where users asked RSC, who confirmed they can finish it as it should be, without changing the bezel.

However these were users statements so take with a grain of salt.

inadeje · 25 July 2021, 03:16 PM

Do not try to repair, you will fail and it will look worse. Rolex sandblast the whole bezel and then re-polish the raised numbers.

Driver8 · 25 July 2021, 05:39 PM

Now I’ve seen a picture, I completely agree with the others that you can’t fix that yourself and Cape Cod’s would definitely NOT be the right solution. Before seeing the pic I just assumed it was a scratch on one of the polished numerals for some reason as they’re raised, but a scratch on the sandblasted area is impossible for a DIY fix.

Shaitan · 25 July 2021, 10:45 PM

Thanks for all the Input. I won’t try anything myself that’s for sure but someone here posted that they can sandblast the bezel at a proper jewellers. I will get an opinion about there too but I won’t let them do anything if they can’t guarantee it will look like new afterwards.

Alex71168 · 26 July 2021, 02:24 AM

Size looks ok

fskywalker · 26 July 2021, 03:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shaitan

Any opinion on the size, too small? Or good?

Size looks good. In regards to the scratch on the bezel LA Watchworks can sandblast the bezel for you (cost approx $150)

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Soultime · 27 July 2021, 02:09 AM

Don't try and fix it yourself!

I has one similar on my old YM and made a right bollox of it.

There was a thread on here showing one being refurbished. It was a right mess and finished looking like new. Was it Tools / Larry who posted it?

Would be worth doing a search....

alphadweller · 28 July 2021, 06:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Soultime

Don't try and fix it yourself!

I has one similar on my old YM and made a right bollox of it.

There was a thread on here showing one being refurbished. It was a right mess and finished looking like new. Was it Tools / Larry who posted it?

Would be worth doing a search....

Searchart refinished one.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...ighlight=Bezel

jojosnr · 28 July 2021, 10:14 AM

I would sell it as is and take a hit on the price. I am sure there will be someone who would not mind the scratch if the discount is attractive enough.

Unless you have a sandblasting tool/machine, it is not possible to DIY. Not even sure if Role would do it. They may just recommend to replace it. Just guessing.

Lukebennett21 · 28 July 2021, 11:07 AM

The fit on your wrist is great!

perpetualman88 · 28 July 2021, 11:23 AM

Yes. First you sand blast it. Then you hit it with a lapping machine. if you dont have a lapping machine then you have to tape off all the sand blasted parts less the numbers and ring and give it a high polish.
This aint for beginners

Sub*Man · 28 July 2021, 12:49 PM

Has to be blasted. Don’t take a cape cod, you’ll ruin a very expensive bezel.

Mortocad · 27 November 2021, 01:30 AM

First post, so forgive me if the picture is missing...

Almost identical injury... Gutted. And it was somebody else's fault 🙄

I'm glad I did a search, i had a feeling it would not be a straight forward touch up job.

Ah well, may as well wait until service time.

It's a lovely watch though

HogwldFLTR · 27 November 2021, 01:56 AM

Leave it or send it off for refinishing; there's really nothing that you can do yourself. Mine needed refinishing and a great job was done.

25 July 2021, 03:16 PM	#32
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28 July 2021, 11:23 AM	#41
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28 July 2021, 12:49 PM	#42
Sub*Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Charlotte, NC Watch: The HYPED ones Posts: 682	Has to be blasted. Don’t take a cape cod, you’ll ruin a very expensive bezel. __________________ Subs = 11610116610LN Daytonas = 116500LN116518LN116503116515LN Day Dates = *228235 DD/RG Olive Dial Panerai 1033 GMT - God is Good

27 November 2021, 01:56 AM	#44
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,662	Leave it or send it off for refinishing; there's really nothing that you can do yourself. Mine needed refinishing and a great job was done. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

25 July 2021, 05:39 PM	#33
Driver8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: UK Posts: 2,874	Now I’ve seen a picture, I completely agree with the others that you can’t fix that yourself and Cape Cod’s would definitely NOT be the right solution. Before seeing the pic I just assumed it was a scratch on one of the polished numerals for some reason as they’re raised, but a scratch on the sandblasted area is impossible for a DIY fix.

25 July 2021, 10:45 PM	#34
Shaitan "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2021 Location: London Posts: 546	Thanks for all the Input. I won’t try anything myself that’s for sure but someone here posted that they can sandblast the bezel at a proper jewellers. I will get an opinion about there too but I won’t let them do anything if they can’t guarantee it will look like new afterwards.

26 July 2021, 02:24 AM	#35
Alex71168 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Hampshire, UK Posts: 484	Size looks ok

27 July 2021, 02:09 AM	#37
Soultime "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Cheshire UK Posts: 1,071	Don't try and fix it yourself! I has one similar on my old YM and made a right bollox of it. There was a thread on here showing one being refurbished. It was a right mess and finished looking like new. Was it Tools / Larry who posted it? Would be worth doing a search....

28 July 2021, 10:14 AM	#39
jojosnr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Timbuktu Posts: 379	I would sell it as is and take a hit on the price. I am sure there will be someone who would not mind the scratch if the discount is attractive enough. Unless you have a sandblasting tool/machine, it is not possible to DIY. Not even sure if Role would do it. They may just recommend to replace it. Just guessing.

28 July 2021, 11:07 AM	#40
Lukebennett21 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: US Posts: 421	The fit on your wrist is great!

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