I’m needing to cement a NOS glass crystal into a (very) tight fitting gold bezel on an old Hamilton – in fact, I will need to wet sand the crystal prior to ensure not breaking it. Is the “thinner” UV hypo glue a better choice because of the tight fit or is your “thicker” (gel?) UV glue better so as to be sure cement is definitely on the very narrow ledge before seating the crystal?
(The original glass crystal popped out and was lost in a rain storm when a heavy door slammed shut unexpectedly on my wrist. I don’t want to repeat the experience and want to be sure the cement holds if it should happens again.)
Please use the watch parts inquiry form for help finding the crystal you need. The parts department will research your request and get back to you in 2-3 business days with a cost and availability. https://www.esslinger.com/watch-parts-inquiry
I need a crystal for two Bulova Snorkels 666ft. One without “Snorkel” written in cursive on the dial and one with which has M4 386 MLB on inside case. The 666ft without hasn’t been opened. The crystals I need are 31mm with out taking the bezel off. I don’t no how. Need one for my Zodiac Seawolf too.
Esslinger Staff
September 3, 2019 at 4:28 pm - Reply
Please use the Watch Parts Inquiry Form for help finding the replacement parts you need. Fill it out with all the information you have for your watch and our parts department will research your watch with the given information and get back to you with a cost and availability of the part(s). https://www.esslinger.com/watch-parts-inquiry
Chris Roelke
September 13, 2019 at 5:38 pm - Reply
I glued on a date magnifier on my watch crystal and want to remove it. I’ve tried using a razor blade, but this sucker is really on and chips. I’m not sure what the correct approach to this would be. I want to install a new magnifier a little lower over the date which is reason for previously installed one’s removal.
Thanks
Esslinger Staff
September 16, 2019 at 9:15 pm - Reply
I have the hardest time finding what I need on this site. I need to order some watch crystals is there a phone number I can call for some help
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I’m needing to cement a NOS glass crystal into a (very) tight fitting gold bezel on an old Hamilton – in fact, I will need to wet sand the crystal prior to ensure not breaking it. Is the “thinner” UV hypo glue a better choice because of the tight fit or is your “thicker” (gel?) UV glue better so as to be sure cement is definitely on the very narrow ledge before seating the crystal?
(The original glass crystal popped out and was lost in a rain storm when a heavy door slammed shut unexpectedly on my wrist. I don’t want to repeat the experience and want to be sure the cement holds if it should happens again.)
I am looking for the correct size crystal for a Swatch Irony watch…….. The watch crystal is plastic……the model number ? Thanks
Please use the watch parts inquiry form for help finding the crystal you need. The parts department will research your request and get back to you in 2-3 business days with a cost and availability.
https://www.esslinger.com/watch-parts-inquiry
I need a crystal for two Bulova Snorkels 666ft. One without “Snorkel” written in cursive on the dial and one with which has M4 386 MLB on inside case. The 666ft without hasn’t been opened. The crystals I need are 31mm with out taking the bezel off. I don’t no how. Need one for my Zodiac Seawolf too.
Please use the Watch Parts Inquiry Form for help finding the replacement parts you need. Fill it out with all the information you have for your watch and our parts department will research your watch with the given information and get back to you with a cost and availability of the part(s).
https://www.esslinger.com/watch-parts-inquiry
I glued on a date magnifier on my watch crystal and want to remove it. I’ve tried using a razor blade, but this sucker is really on and chips. I’m not sure what the correct approach to this would be. I want to install a new magnifier a little lower over the date which is reason for previously installed one’s removal.
Thanks
Hello Chris,
Did you try using a heat gun before using the razor blade? Here is a guide for removing magnifier crystals: https://blog.esslinger.com/how-to-remove-a-watch-crystal-magnifier/
how can i tell if the crystal is attached with epoxy or glue or press fit ?
the watch is a 30 year old Timex Expedition.