The largest independent, non-commercial, consumer-oriented resource on the Internet for owners, collectors and enthusiasts of fine wristwatches. Online since 1998.
Informational Websites ChronoMaddox -- the legacy of Chuck Maddox OnTheDash -- vintage Heuer website Zowie -- Omega information
Discussion Forums ChronoMaddox Forum Heuer Forum Omega Forum
Counterfeit Watchers ChronoTools Forum ChronoTrader Forum
Vintage Heuer Discussion Forum
The place for discussing 1930-1985 Heuer wristwatches, chronographs and dash-mounted timepieces. Online since May 2003.
OnTheDash Home What's New! Price Guide Chronographs Dash Mounted Collection
Re: Crystal Lift or Press.
In Response To: Crystal Lift or Press. ()

Chris,
A standard crystal press will do the job.
I've found the dyes that have a rim around the edge are best to press the old crystal out.
When replacing the crystal, place the gasket in first & press in with another rim dye.

Stewart

: I'm looking into replacing the crystal on my Heuer 980.006, has
: anyone done this and if so what tools did you use.

: Thanks fo any help.

Messages In This Thread

Crystal Lift or Press.
Re: Crystal Lift or Press.
Re: Crystal Lift or Press.
Current Position
Chronocentric and zOwie site design and contents (c) Copyright 1998-2005, Derek Ziglar; Copyright 2005-2008, Jeffrey M. Stein. All rights reserved. Use of this web site constitutes acceptance of the terms of use. CONTACT | TERMS OF USE | TRANSLATE