ZF Black Bay Pro

[Nickyan]

Any idea on how to remove and fix the bezel? I noticed the alignment is off as well

 

[ugalord]

Any idea on how to remove and fix the bezel? I noticed the alignment is off as well

I haven't tried it but I guess like any other bezel
Bezel removal tool or something like a razorblade (the thicker ones) and a hammer.
To refit it you need a crystal press.

 

[EisEiche]

Any idea on how to remove and fix the bezel? I noticed the alignment is off as well

You can just pop the bezel off like any other and press it back on.

Took two minutes to fix it.

 

[Nickyan]

That's great, thank you. Will get the tool and try it out.

 

[Nickyan]

You can just pop the bezel off like any other and press it back on.

Took two minutes to fix it.

How does it go back on? Just by hand or you need a press?

 

[EisEiche]

How does it go back on? Just by hand or you need a press?

If you really force it, maybe it would work by hand.

I used a ceap press:

 

[j-unit]

Before/After



Pretty easy task mate! You can probably do this by yourself too.
You just need to open the caseback and change the position of the movement holder (with the screws loosened) as the dial is installed on it.
MAYBE you also have to adjust the movement also which is also as easy as the first one. You just need to pull the stem into time setting position, loosen the inner screws and you have a tiny bit of room to adjust

Thanks for that advice!

Just received my BB from Steve. It’s beautiful, the movement is easily adjustable and running smoothly. However, pushing and getting the crown back into the thread currently needs more than one try until it gets properly snapped by the thread. But that’s minor

 

[Princewilliam]

 

[Princewilliam]

Double post

 

[Benihana]

Where can you get rep straps for these?

 

[Scabicide]

Where can you get rep straps for these?

Which one? NATO or plastic?

 

[Nickyan]

Its anyone noticing dust in the case and on the dial? It was pristine when it arrived, assume it's paint or lume coming off.

 

[restandrelaxation]

Its anyone noticing dust in the case and on the dial? It was pristine when it arrived, assume it's paint or lume coming off.

Did you have it serviced when it arrived? Dust and dirt on the movement will regularly find it's way out and onto the crystal especially if you rub it a lot, the static charge on the crystal will attract the dust.

My last rep I bought from DHgate, it was cheap so I didn't send it for a service, that said I wanted to clean it, I removed the movement and gave it a low pressure blow down with my air compressor that I use for cleaning computer components.
I know not everyone will have one but you can buy a can air duster for £1, it will make a huge difference.

 

[Nickyan]

Didn't have it serviced. Just surprised I never had that happen with any other of my watches

 

[j2k]

Hey guys, Just recieved my blackbay. The 2nd part of the opening mechanism in the bracelet is extremely hard to open. To the point where im smashing my thumb on the shield causing it to bleed LOL, any ways to loosen the mechanism?

 

[j2k]

Just recieved mine last Friday! I'm hugely in love with it. I brought it asap to Dogwood for a dial clean up and waterproofing. Seems to hold solid at 6 bar. Removing the bracelet was a PITA, he swapped out the spring bars to 1.8mm from the default 1.45 ( This improved the bracelet feel tenfolds )

As for the T fit clasp, the safety clasp is a little tough, but the actual T-Fit section is stiff AF. It has gotten a little bit looser since first receiving. I assume it will loosen up to a comfortable tightness with wear.

I'm still in the market for an aftermarket nato or hybrid strap, leaning towards crown & buckle (linked earlier in thread)
Thanks a ton for everyones feedback and help

Wrist pics :^)

 

[restandrelaxation]

Hey guys, Just recieved my blackbay. The 2nd part of the opening mechanism in the bracelet is extremely hard to open. To the point where im smashing my thumb on the shield causing it to bleed LOL, any ways to loosen the mechanism?

I've seen a few people mention this. You could emry the points of contact, at the point where friction holds it together, just a little bit to take the sharpness off the edge, it'll give a smoother action. Just don't over do it!

 

[j2k]

I've seen a few people mention this. You could emry the points of contact, at the point where friction holds it together, just a little bit to take the sharpness off the edge, it'll give a smoother action. Just don't over do it!

Sounds stressful haha, I think i'll just break it in through daily wear.

 

[kira05]

Do you guys have idea to replace the benzel ring due to number 8 and 18 looks weird to compare with gen? And any suggest or link for soft silicone strap ? Many thanks

 

[j2k]

Unfortunately I do not know, but I don't think they would ask you for a serial number to get a nato strap. I would say to just try your luck.
Anyways here you can buy one

Tudor OEM Original Fabric Strap for Black Bay Fifty-Eight 79030N - Millenary Watches

Buy the original fabric strap for the Tudor Heritage Black Bay Fifty-Eight referenc 79030N!

millenarywatches.com

Seems quite a steep price to me though

Hey so I've had the watch for a while now and decided to contact my AD for a quote on the hybrid rubber strap. They in fact do need my serial number and require me to bring in my watch. This breaks my heart.