Replacing crystal, do I need a bezel tool?

[zx6rfool]

This will be my first crystal replacement, I have a press, but looking at the watch I wonder if I might need a bezel tool also. Any and all help appreciated. 

[Malocchio]

Tool for removing or pressing the bezel? Most likely you have to remove the bezel (with a knife) before removing old crystal or inserting a new one. You can press the bezel with the crystal press if you have a suitable die with straight walls or otherwise a die that has enough clearance that it doesn't touch the crystal when pressing the bezel.

[VWatchie]

1 hour ago, zx6rfool said:

This will be my first crystal replacement, I have a press, but looking at the watch I wonder if I might need a bezel tool also.

It's difficult to tell, but my guess is it just looks like it has a bezel. Once you have removed the movement, you should be able to tell. Either way, I think you should be able to press out the old crystal from the inside as long as you have a die that properly supports the area around the crystal. So, take it a part first and then assess if any additional tools or actions are needed. Let us know how you do!

 

[Kalanag]

From what I see, the crystal is made of mineral glass and is secured to the bezel with a sealing ring.

If you might want to replace the crystal without removing the bezel or the movement, I think it's possible, but risky. You have to suck out the old crystal without breaking it into tiny particles. I would not do that.

If you remove the movement first you can press the crystal out and press a new one in without removing the bezel.

Edited 52 minutes ago by Kalanag