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Hey, I am restoring my first watch - a Seamaster from the 1970s. I was wondering, do I really need that machine to press fit the glass back in or will my fingers or some other trick do fine for now? Thanks!

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1 hour ago, SiZi said:

Hey, I am restoring my first watch - a Seamaster from the 1970s. I was wondering, do I really need that machine to press fit the glass back in or will my fingers or some other trick do fine for now? Thanks!

Yes, you really need to use a crystal press or it will not seat properly. You MUST use a crystal press.

J

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14 hours ago, noirrac1j said:

Yes, you really need to use a crystal press or it will not seat properly. You MUST use a crystal press.

J

Argh, this will set me back a few! Thanks for responding so promptly 

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Hi The advise given is good , depending on the type of crystal and its setting depends on the tool, some press in with a gasket these are usually flat and hard , some require a bergeon tool and table to compress the sides of the crystal to fit in so be careful. determine what type you have and purchase the appropriate tool.

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