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: Thanks, does this make any difference in weight
: is the aluminum bezel lighter than the steel
: bezel or more likely to get a nic or dent?
Over 95% of the mass of the bezel is steel on either one. The insert we are talking about is merely a small cosmetic piece applied to the face of the main bezel piece--so weight difference between materials for that simply piece is quite inconsequential.
Any metal part of the watch can be nicked, dented, or scratched, though most parts are easily touched up or polished back to perfection. These bezel inserts are quite durable. I've worn my SMP pretty much daily for the past three years (including during and through the cleanup of being hit by a tornado) and have no scratches or dings on the bezel.
But even if it ever does get damaged, the entire rotating bezel piece can be easily replaced for $80-100 total for parts and labor.
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