Does anybody know if the ceramic insert can be removed via DIY or is this a pro job only?
Does anybody know if the ceramic insert can be removed via DIY or is this a pro job only?
Pro I'm afraid, lots of risk of it shattering.
Removal is possible tho NOT RECOMMENDED!
Refitting is about IMPOSSIBLE, without grinding 100-200microns of the diameter you'll then need to use a flexible cement-glue.
Just curious as to why you would even try it and what would you replace it with. A shattered insert could cost close to four figures to replace, I wouldn't risk it.
Interested to know what you are proposing to do.
Did a Quick google search and there’s loads of results.
Like this: https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=409958
I’ve got a new bezel for my DSSD but don’t have a new insert so was going to try and swap them over somehow without taking it to RSC
Best using RSC as the ceramic installation is RISKY.
Five separate purpose-built jigs are necessary to do the job properly. If you have access to them, then go for it.
Sounds like it may be slightly above me to this , I need to re strategise
If you're prepared to grind 0.05mm-0.10mm of the diameter and cement-glue the insert its quite easy, BUT WITH ROLEX best to have it fitted 100% properly IMO.
Why buy bezel and not just take it to Rolex? My RSC was willing to replace insert only so I assume they would replace bezel only also.
I wonder how much heat would be required to expand the bezel enough to allow the insert to drop in.