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Re: Yes, sort of...
In Response To: Yes, sort of... ()

:
: Sounds like a great watch. Do you know if it is
: a 321 or 861 movement ? I'm sorry to here
: about the bezel, but sometimes a bit of
: "patina" adds character to a
: watch.

:
: Does the
:
: Yes, that's basically how the bezel fits, but I
: believe you need specialist equipment to
: press the bezel back into place. I would not
: try this yourself ( unless you have
: experience, but then you wouldn't be asking
: )

: I would take it to a local experienced
: watchmaker. Just imagine scratching or
: damaging the watch even more badly. You'll
: kick yourself if you get it wrong.

: Good luck whatever you decide.

: Steve
Thanks- All 145.022 Speedmasters have the 861 movement. I have already changed the bezel-It was not that hard- I just had never done it... Happy Hunting!!!

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