reprinting a bezel

[Tahiti]

I have the following which I really like. In an ideal world, I would replace the bezel with a new one but I cannot seem to find one.

So the next thought is to rebrush the existing one and have the bezel reprinted. Has anyone had this done with any success? Any pointers would be appreciated.

To clarify, the original bezel was printed rather than engraved.

[dom_]

I have the following which I really like. In an ideal world, I would replace the bezel with a new one but I cannot seem to find one.

So the next thought is to rebrush the existing one and have the bezel reprinted. Has anyone had this done with any success? Any pointers would be appreciated.

To clarify, the original bezel was printed rather than engraved.

I haven't heard of anyone that does it (well anyway!) but I am sure someone will attempt it.
The easiest answer I can think of is using something like water slide transfers then sealing it, but this wouldn't last long with use.

[h780]

Not sure how possible this is, but what about getting a template laser cut from adhesive vinyl and then brushing or spraying a decent enamel paint over it?

http://www.lasercutit.co.uk/signage-...-stencils.html

[Carlton-Browne]

Ofrei have spares but make sure you're sitting comfortably.

http://www.ofrei.com/page663.html

Omega Bezel 082TZ0010 For Case 198.029

Omega Bezel for case number 198.029 Special order item, allow 3 to 5 weeks for delivery.

OME-082TZ0010
$530.00

[Tahiti]

Thanks for the thoughts.

As for Ofrei. Crikey.

[Dr_Niss]

I once printed a bezel onto self adhesive vinyl and stuck it on.

[Tahiti]

Did it look any good and did it last?

[Dr_Niss]

I wanted another pulsemeter.
Just replace it when damaged, you can fit a lot on an A4 sheet.

[Silver Hawk]

Ofrei have spares but make sure you're sitting comfortably.

http://www.ofrei.com/page663.html

Omega Bezel 082TZ0010 For Case 198.029
Omega Bezel for case number 198.029 Special order item, allow 3 to 5 weeks for delivery.
OME-082TZ0010
$530.00

And Cousins have them for £714.55 + postage + 20% VAT

[Gren]

If it's a simple design, could you ???
1 remove it
2 refinish
3 take to an engravers to have design cut in
4 fill in the engraving with paint

[Tahiti]

You could, but I was really looking for an original as possible look. The original is printed (for want of a better description) rather than engraved and filled on this particular example.

[rogart]

I have the following which I really like. In an ideal world, I would replace the bezel with a new one but I cannot seem to find one.

So the next thought is to rebrush the existing one and have the bezel reprinted. Has anyone had this done with any success? Any pointers would be appreciated.

To clarify, the original bezel was printed rather than engraved.

A new one is available at Ofrei .But it cost $500 or more . I have three bezels and two watches from this model . I am thinking if i could have them laserprinted somewhere .Or if i could have at least one of them cut with a cnc machine .And then fill in the numbers and indicies with black paint . Just to make it look like a original print . If i get someone to do would there be any interest for doing more of this?

[Tahiti]

Personally, I'd like it to look (or to be) factory original looking, but for the time being, it looks as it does in this photo which is not ideal so I may consider doing something if the finish (and cost) is good.