Silix 3646 Display Case Back glass install?

[Duane Stinson]

I ordered this case back from vintage watch parts and the glass is not installed. I have no idea of how to do it and can't find any information on it anywhere. What am I missing here? Can anyone help?

http://www.vintagewatchparts.co.uk/store/silix-case-backs/37-silix-3646-display-case-back.html

Thanks,
Duane

 

[rolexwatchfan]

Any watchmaker with the crystal press can install it for you.

 

[Duane Stinson]

Any watchmaker with the crystal press can install it for you.

The glass just loosely sits in the case back. Pressing it in is not an option. Is there a gasket or something that I did not purchase? Can't find anything on the website or info about it.

 

[rolexwatchfan]

The glass just loosely sits in the case back. Pressing it in is not an option. Is there a gasket or something that I did not purchase? Can't find anything on the website or info about it.

The caseback should've been sold completed. If there's metal and glass only without the crystal gasket you've got incomplete product. Contact the seller with inquiry.

 

[Duane Stinson]

 

[rolexwatchfan]

Definitely missing the gasket/sealant.

 

[Duane Stinson]

Definitely missing the gasket/sealant.

Thanks! I send the Vintage Watch Parts a message.

 

[rolexwatchfan]

Thanks! I send the Vintage Watch Parts a message.

Good luck and post the update when resolved.

 

[Duane Stinson]

Vintage Watch Parts replied and stated after polishing, I needed to set the glass with a double epoxy. What a pain in the ass but it worked!

Sanded and polished the bezel then cleaned it with soap, hot water and acetone. Used a even solid small amount of epoxy all along the inside ledge and set the glass. Of course excess got on the bezel and glass. After about 10 minutes, I cleaned it with acetone and set it in the sun to cure. 1 hour later finished cleaning off the excess epoxy with acetone, a small straight screwdriver and razor blade.

Finished bezel. I will polish it with a Dremel tool again once it fully cures.