Getting the correct bezel pearl 5513

[Tricolore66]

I've got a late series 5513 that I've owned since 1999 that has original dial and bezel, but the bezel pearl was lost quite a few years ago and at my last service it was replaced with a new one. The new pearl doesn't really match the watch, certainly not in lume, and I'd like to replace it. Any suggestions on sourcing the appropriate pearl that is correctly aged for this piece? Thanks!

[Dan S]

Photos would help. Which type of pearl do you need? In a metal bezel or not? Is it a matte dial or white gold surround dial? Anyway, the pearls are around, you just need to hunt. It will cost you a few hundred. There are also much cheaper aftermarket pearls that are made to look older by filling them with non-luminous compound of various tints.

[southtexas]

A correct 5513 insert would only take a Pearl with plastic surround. It would need a Tritium one unless your watch has later service parts. You can find them for sale occasionally, buy from a trusted source or just buy a decent aftermarket one on eBay.


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[Dan S]

Originally Posted by southtexas

A correct 5513 insert would only take a Pearl with plastic surround.

Oh, that's interesting. I had assumed that a WGS dial 5513 would have a metal surround pearl, but I double-checked and you are absolutely correct. I didn't think it through enough to realize that the insert did not change with the dial.

[Tricolore66]

My 5513 is a late-model with white gold surrounds on the indicators, and the original aluminum bezel. Is there a go-to trusted vendor for parts like this?

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by Tricolore66

My 5513 is a late-model with white gold surrounds on the indicators, and the original aluminum bezel. Is there a go-to trusted vendor for parts like this?

Maybe try LA watch works.

[springer]

Your best bet is to find a ratty, old, scratched up insert with a nice gold surround pearl and remove the pearl and place it in your watch. Rolex does not sell pearls.

[MrChamfers]

Originally Posted by Tricolore66

I've got a late series 5513 that I've owned since 1999 that has original dial and bezel, but the bezel pearl was lost quite a few years ago and at my last service it was replaced with a new one. The new pearl doesn't really match the watch, certainly not in lume, and I'd like to replace it. Any suggestions on sourcing the appropriate pearl that is correctly aged for this piece? Thanks!

Phillip Ridley has a good selection of vintage pearls.