1978 Rolex 1500 Acrylic Crystal

[n707jt]

Hi guys,

I recently had my late grandpa's 78' Rolex 1500 overhauled for the first time in more than 30 years with a renowed local watchmaster.

The movement was serviced and the case polished. The acrylic was also replaced. But I realized something is not right with it. Take a look at the photo below and you will know what I mean. It seems that glue was used and somehow it did not reach the 10-11 o'clock area.

Is it supposed to be like that? I am intending to bring it back to the watchmaster to rectify the problem.

[Vincent65]

worth investigating, yes

[crowncollection]

There should be no need for glue unless he used an aftermarket glass that does not fit properly.


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[Jake B]

Originally Posted by crowncollection

There should be no need for glue unless he used an aftermarket glass that does not fit properly.


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^^^^ This ^^^^ There's no glue involved in crystal installation. By that pic, it looks like either glue was used and a spot was missed, or that a makeshift gasket was fitted by cutting an existing nylon gasket, and it didn't fit all the way around the glass. Either way, DON'T get it wet until that's checked out!!