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colemanitis · 4 June 2006, 12:17 AM

I'm looking for a few GMT bezel inserts for my new GMT 16750 w/ acrylic crystal. I'm interested in purchasing the red/blue (Pepsi) and the red/black insert - these must be AUTHENTIC and in like new condition. I already have a Pepsi bezel, but it has some scratches and appears a bit faded, so I'm not wearing it. Thanks for any leads you can provide!

JJ Irani · 4 June 2006, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by colemanitis

I'm looking for a few GMT bezel inserts for my new GMT 16750 w/ acrylic crystal. I'm interested in purchasing the red/blue (Pepsi) and the red/black insert - these must be AUTHENTIC and in like new condition. I already have a Pepsi bezel, but it has some scratches and appears a bit faded, so I'm not wearing it. Thanks for any leads you can provide!

Hi Jeff,

Have you tried your AD? At least his will be genuine!!

Good luck - JJ

colemanitis · 4 June 2006, 06:41 AM

Yes, I did. They were very unhelpful. They said I would have to ship my watch to Rolex and have them snap the new insert on the watch themselves. I'm not interested in doing this for something so simple.

GMTIIPilot · 4 June 2006, 07:18 AM

Jeff,
call around and find an authorised Rolex repair watchmaker. That is how I was able to obtain my extra GMT bezel inserts. These are genuine, and no need to ship the watch.

colemanitis · 4 June 2006, 08:25 AM

Ok, thanks! I'll check with the more reputable jewelers in the area.

colemanitis · 6 June 2006, 10:29 AM

I spoke with the manager of an AD in the next town over... he's going to look into getting me a new insert. He was very friendly and helpful, unlike my AD here. He thought I'd have a hard time ordering a new insert outright. I told him sending my watch to Rolex isn't an option, but that I would be willing to exchange my old Pepsi bezel for a new one. Seems fair to me... we'll see what Rolex has to say about it.

GMTIIPilot · 6 June 2006, 12:51 PM

Let me know how it works out. Maybe the guy I bought mine from would be willing to sell me another. Which one do you want most of all?

colemanitis · 6 June 2006, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by GMTIIPilot

Let me know how it works out. Maybe the guy I bought mine from would be willing to sell me another. Which one do you want most of all?

I'd really like a new Pepsi bezel... my existing one has quite a few blemishes. Let me know if you can help. I can advance you the $ if needed.

D4UK · 7 June 2006, 10:05 AM

GMTIIPILOT

I got a good price for the bezel insert swap from my AD £25 if i remember - but againthey said it would have to go back to Rolex.
How easy can the inset come out and is there any downside to keeping swapping it back and forward from one to teh other - how does it stay in place anyway?

colemanitis · 7 June 2006, 10:25 AM

That sounds like a fair price if you're willing to part with your watch. I can swap my insert in less than 5 minutes - it's really easy. The insert snaps tightly into the metal bezel. You just have to make sure not to bend the insert when popping it out. This link shows you how to do it.
http://www.vikbobil.se/bezel.html

GMTIIPilot · 8 June 2006, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by colemanitis

I'd really like a new Pepsi bezel... my existing one has quite a few blemishes. Let me know if you can help. I can advance you the $ if needed.

Colemanitis,
I called the store today about getting another bezel for you, Im waiting for the watchmaker to check his inventory and get back to me. He only works on Monday so hopefully Ill hear something then.

colemanitis · 8 June 2006, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by GMTIIPilot

Colemanitis,
I called the store today about getting another bezel for you, Im waiting for the watchmaker to check his inventory and get back to me. He only works on Monday so hopefully Ill hear something then.

That's MUCH appreciated! Thanks for taking the time to do that for me. Let me know what you hear.

GMTIIPilot · 9 June 2006, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by colemanitis

That's MUCH appreciated! Thanks for taking the time to do that for me. Let me know what you hear.

I got a call back today and the shop doesnt have any in stock, but can order them from Rolex. They need your serial number and model number to do that. The name of the place is:

Swiss Watch & Clock Chalet
1642 Pearl St
Boulder, CO 80302 - 5411
(303) 443-0346

They will ship it out to you and dont require that the watch is sent to Rolex.

colemanitis · 9 June 2006, 08:44 AM

You 'da man! I just called, but they're busy w/ customers, so they'll call me tomorrow to take the order. Thanks for your help!

colemanitis · 17 June 2006, 12:52 AM

After striking out with 3 ADs I finally found an online jeweler that's selling a new, genuine pepsi insert. I placed my order this morning and paid $54 for it. I'm still keeping my eyes open for a new red/black insert.

colemanitis · 17 June 2006, 07:19 AM

I finally heard back from Swiss Watch & Clock Chalet. They said the insert would cost $97. Rolex will only send them the color that originally sold with the watch, which is black. It looks like they're not an option for the red/black.

GMTIIPilot · 20 June 2006, 02:27 AM

That sucks, they must not have any stock and need to order from Rolex directly. Also, they only charged me $80 installed. Sorry they didnt work out.

colemanitis · 20 June 2006, 04:14 AM

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Originally Posted by GMTIIPilot

That sucks, they must not have any stock and need to order from Rolex directly. Also, they only charged me $80 installed. Sorry they didnt work out.

No worries! You're right, they didn't have them in stock, or it wouldn't have been a problem. Thanks again for your help!

4 June 2006, 12:17 AM	#1
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	WTB GMT bezels inserts I'm looking for a few GMT bezel inserts for my new GMT 16750 w/ acrylic crystal. I'm interested in purchasing the red/blue (Pepsi) and the red/black insert - these must be AUTHENTIC and in like new condition. I already have a Pepsi bezel, but it has some scratches and appears a bit faded, so I'm not wearing it. Thanks for any leads you can provide! __________________ Member #471

4 June 2006, 06:41 AM	#3
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	Yes, I did. They were very unhelpful. They said I would have to ship my watch to Rolex and have them snap the new insert on the watch themselves. I'm not interested in doing this for something so simple. __________________ Member #471

4 June 2006, 08:25 AM	#5
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	Ok, thanks! I'll check with the more reputable jewelers in the area. __________________ Member #471

6 June 2006, 10:29 AM	#6
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	I spoke with the manager of an AD in the next town over... he's going to look into getting me a new insert. He was very friendly and helpful, unlike my AD here. He thought I'd have a hard time ordering a new insert outright. I told him sending my watch to Rolex isn't an option, but that I would be willing to exchange my old Pepsi bezel for a new one. Seems fair to me... we'll see what Rolex has to say about it. __________________ Member #471

7 June 2006, 10:25 AM	#10
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	That sounds like a fair price if you're willing to part with your watch. I can swap my insert in less than 5 minutes - it's really easy. The insert snaps tightly into the metal bezel. You just have to make sure not to bend the insert when popping it out. This link shows you how to do it. http://www.vikbobil.se/bezel.html __________________ Member #471

4 June 2006, 07:18 AM	#4
GMTIIPilot Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Pete Location: Colorado Watch: Rolex GMT II Posts: 95	Jeff, call around and find an authorised Rolex repair watchmaker. That is how I was able to obtain my extra GMT bezel inserts. These are genuine, and no need to ship the watch.

6 June 2006, 12:51 PM	#7
GMTIIPilot Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Pete Location: Colorado Watch: Rolex GMT II Posts: 95	Let me know how it works out. Maybe the guy I bought mine from would be willing to sell me another. Which one do you want most of all?

7 June 2006, 10:05 AM	#9
D4UK Banned Join Date: May 2006 Location: USA Watch: TT SUB LV GMTII Posts: 527	GMTIIPILOT I got a good price for the bezel insert swap from my AD £25 if i remember - but againthey said it would have to go back to Rolex. How easy can the inset come out and is there any downside to keeping swapping it back and forward from one to teh other - how does it stay in place anyway?

9 June 2006, 08:44 AM	#14
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	You 'da man! I just called, but they're busy w/ customers, so they'll call me tomorrow to take the order. Thanks for your help! __________________ Member #471

17 June 2006, 12:52 AM	#15
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	After striking out with 3 ADs I finally found an online jeweler that's selling a new, genuine pepsi insert. I placed my order this morning and paid $54 for it. I'm still keeping my eyes open for a new red/black insert. __________________ Member #471

17 June 2006, 07:19 AM	#16
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	I finally heard back from Swiss Watch & Clock Chalet. They said the insert would cost $97. Rolex will only send them the color that originally sold with the watch, which is black. It looks like they're not an option for the red/black. __________________ Member #471

20 June 2006, 02:27 AM	#17
GMTIIPilot Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Pete Location: Colorado Watch: Rolex GMT II Posts: 95	That sucks, they must not have any stock and need to order from Rolex directly. Also, they only charged me $80 installed. Sorry they didnt work out.

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