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melro · 17 August 2013, 12:05 PM

Hi, I purchased a Clark Crystal for my 1603 but the date does not look large enough, would it look any larger if I shell out for an OEM Rolex 25-118 crystal? I asked Clark if the mag was 2.5x but he was unsure.

samsam · 17 August 2013, 04:40 PM

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I'm going to start by saying that I'm no expert, but it does not look like X2.5.

Besides, I think you got a MacCrystal. Didn't know Apple made em.

Daytona-Dan · 17 August 2013, 04:45 PM

Naaa, that would be an iCrystal and just like everything else from apple, you pay a premium for that "i". The Rolex one will likely be cheaper and better quality (just like everything else without the "i"

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padi56 · 17 August 2013, 06:33 PM

Looks fine to me but depending what gasket or how its pressed into case could have a tiny effect on magnification.

crowncollection · 17 August 2013, 08:38 PM

There is no Gasket on an older model i am sure the knowledgable padi knows this and misread the model. the mag looks ok but original is always better, usually a bit clearer also. But I think padi is suggesting it can depend on height of the crystal.

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kieselguhr · 17 August 2013, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by crowncollection

There is no Gasket on an older model.

This is news to me.

melro · 18 August 2013, 01:03 AM

Thanks for the input guys. I will probably just end up purchasing an OEM crystal to be sure.

swish77 · 18 August 2013, 01:09 AM

Get an OEM crystal, and not just because of the magnification issue. You need to make sure the watch is waterproof too, of course, even if it's just for hand-washing. Compared to the price of the watch, the OEM crystals are cheap, so why take a chance?

77T · 18 August 2013, 01:09 AM

Welcome to the forum and the OEM is worth the small price difference for the quality.

shofzr · 18 August 2013, 01:14 AM

True crystal no gasket on a 1603, the 25-118 crystal is PLEXI, the bezel is pressed over the crystal creating a pressure proof seal.

Because it is a very important part of the case I would only use genuine Rolex Parts.

I have seen many "aftermarket" crystals that can't take the pressure of the bezel, causing a crack that runs behind the bezel (very hard to see) but moisture can find it.

Cheers

melro · 18 August 2013, 01:18 AM

Does anyone know where I can source an OEM crystal? I doubt Rolex will sell to me directly.

kieselguhr · 18 August 2013, 01:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shofzr

True crystal no gasket on a 1603, the 25-118 crystal is PLEXI, the bezel is pressed over the crystal creating a pressure proof seal.

Because it is a very important part of the case I would only use genuine Rolex Parts.

I have seen many "aftermarket" crystals that can't take the pressure of the bezel, causing a crack that runs behind the bezel (very hard to see) but moisture can find it.

Cheers

That's what I thought. The crystal acts as the gasket.

77T · 18 August 2013, 05:42 AM

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Originally Posted by melro

Does anyone know where I can source an OEM crystal? I doubt Rolex will sell to me directly.

Try an indie watchmaker with a parts account. Perhaps $50 + have him install and pressure test.

77T · 18 August 2013, 05:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kieselguhr

That's what I thought. The crystal acts as the gasket.

It doesn't act as a gasket, it is simply in direct contact with the case for a pressed fit.

kieselguhr · 18 August 2013, 06:04 AM

Hmmm. See you learn something new everyday.

samsam · 18 August 2013, 07:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daytona-Dan

Naaa, that would be an iCrystal and just like everything else from apple, you pay a premium for that "i". The Rolex one will likely be cheaper and better quality (just like everything else without the "i"

)

Hahaha.. iAgree

Sent from my iPhone.. LOL

Daytona-Dan · 18 August 2013, 09:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SamSam

Hahaha.. iAgree

Sent from my iPhone.. LOL

DJJon · 18 August 2013, 12:49 PM

I went with the Clark crystal and installed it on an older Tudor I have and it is terrific, the magnification seems to be correct. The 2.5X on a Rolex jumps off the face of the dial, the 1.5X doesn't even seem to be magnified really.

17 August 2013, 12:05 PM	#1
melro "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: SD Posts: 3	Clark Crystal or 25-118? Hi, I purchased a Clark Crystal for my 1603 but the date does not look large enough, would it look any larger if I shell out for an OEM Rolex 25-118 crystal? I asked Clark if the mag was 2.5x but he was unsure.

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crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,215	There is no Gasket on an older model i am sure the knowledgable padi knows this and misread the model. the mag looks ok but original is always better, usually a bit clearer also. But I think padi is suggesting it can depend on height of the crystal. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ watches many

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shofzr "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Adrian Location: Dallas Watch: 218235 BronzeWaves Posts: 760	True crystal no gasket on a 1603, the 25-118 crystal is PLEXI, the bezel is pressed over the crystal creating a pressure proof seal. Because it is a very important part of the case I would only use genuine Rolex Parts. I have seen many "aftermarket" crystals that can't take the pressure of the bezel, causing a crack that runs behind the bezel (very hard to see) but moisture can find it. Cheers __________________ Sea-Dweller 16600 Day-Date II 218235 Cellinum 5240/6 Speedmaster 125

17 August 2013, 04:40 PM	#2
samsam "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 2,826	[/QUOTE] I'm going to start by saying that I'm no expert, but it does not look like X2.5. Besides, I think you got a MacCrystal. Didn't know Apple made em.

17 August 2013, 04:45 PM	#3
Daytona-Dan Banned Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Dan Location: UK Watch: 116528 Posts: 1,049	Naaa, that would be an iCrystal and just like everything else from apple, you pay a premium for that "i". The Rolex one will likely be cheaper and better quality (just like everything else without the "i" )

18 August 2013, 01:03 AM	#7
melro "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: SD Posts: 3	Thanks for the input guys. I will probably just end up purchasing an OEM crystal to be sure.

18 August 2013, 01:09 AM	#8
swish77 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Aaron Location: CT/NYC Watch: ing the time! Posts: 6,984	Get an OEM crystal, and not just because of the magnification issue. You need to make sure the watch is waterproof too, of course, even if it's just for hand-washing. Compared to the price of the watch, the OEM crystals are cheap, so why take a chance?

18 August 2013, 01:18 AM	#11
melro "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: SD Posts: 3	Does anyone know where I can source an OEM crystal? I doubt Rolex will sell to me directly.

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kieselguhr "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Nick Location: Las Vegas Watch: 1601 Posts: 10,615	Hmmm. See you learn something new everyday.

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DJJon "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Jon Location: USA Watch: DJ - Need Sub Bad Posts: 1,889	I went with the Clark crystal and installed it on an older Tudor I have and it is terrific, the magnification seems to be correct. The 2.5X on a Rolex jumps off the face of the dial, the 1.5X doesn't even seem to be magnified really.

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