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VSF 126610LV bezel swap.

Wildcatfan

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Does anyone know what bezels will swap onto a VSF126610? I have the starbucks but not really fond of the green and would like to swap out to a black bezel but I don't know if anyone elses will fit. Thanks
 

Gaz1a

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Hey man, so I think VS used a Clean insert/bezel. If you don’t like the green, you can grab a black bezel from AliExpress…

This is good seller I’ve used before… https://a.aliexpress.com/_mr3D68I


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ForecastMax

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Now if they would sell the correct hytrel ring to match!

The 116610 ones from eBay or the guy offering them for $15 on here didn’t work?

I was thinking of snagging a black bezel/insert for my 126610LV as well in case I get sick of the green
 

WatchSmith.US

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The 116610 ones from eBay or the guy offering them for $15 on here didn’t work?

I was thinking of snagging a black bezel/insert for my 126610LV as well in case I get sick of the green

Not for me they (ebay ones) didn't work like a correct 126xxx size ring. I didn't order from the guy making them. After reading some of the comments I decided not to. After building a 16710 GMT with old style bezel, it really makes you appreciate its simplicity. The newer ones can be so troublesome to replace without having the correct hytrel rings.

On another note, did you read the comments in a different thread about VS3235 movement being incompatible with certain gen parts? I meant to tag you and forgot.
 

ForecastMax

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did you read the comments in a different thread about VS3235 movement being incompatible with certain gen parts? I meant to tag you and forgot.

Same, didn’t get a lot of good communication from that guy. Turned me off.

I did not, can you point me to the post?
 

KJ2020

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I've never seen a 126x Sub aftermarket insert for sale anywhere. They are slightly larger than the 116x ones, so be careful about what you are buying.

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I can confirm your measurements on a 126 insert I have.

Any problems removing or re-installing?
 

WatchSmith.US

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They're press fit on VSF so drink a shot and steel your nerves haha.

Same method of removal and install as the 116x press fits.

6-digit Sub crystal and bezel swap

I've done 2 VSF bezels and neither are like they were after replacing the hytrel rings. Both are stiff and I can live with that. I hope you have good success.

I made two tools for 3235 datewheel removal. Let me know if you'd like to have one.
 

KJ2020

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I made two tools for 3235 datewheel removal. Let me know if you'd like to have one.

Very cool bro thanks for the offer. So far I've been managing with a pointy diamond file inserted from under the date plate. Some thin plastic wrap helps grip the hollow clip center and mitigate any scraping damage. Crude to be sure but we do what we gotta do right? Those buggers are crazy strong.
 
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Gaz1a

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Yep agreed.

Side question - Did anyone snag the gen LV bezel that went out on TRF recently?
 
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psh0131

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This is EAST factory bezel.
Haven't seen the real product with my eyes, but color seems to be wrong.
Also the index is not deep enough and pearl pip is somehow too big I think.
This one placed on MI factory 126610 V2(recently released).
I've seen the picture on other rep seller site (not TD here), quality was so bad...
I asked my TDs if clean factory is selling just the bezel insert for 41mm sub, but he said no. CF has no plan for selling parts yet.