How do I replace the seal

[JJM]

Is this a rubber 'O' ring in here? 

Not too sure how to approach replacing this.... 

Or do I just hit it with my chequebook? 

[rogart63]

That is almost impossible. Can be done by removing the thin washer. But it's hard to put it back again. Can maybe be done like this. https://adventuresinamateurwatchfettling.com/2015/10/12/crown-revival-seiko-6105-and-62mas-crown-gasket-replacement/

[nickelsilver]

  On 3/23/2020 at 3:41 PM, rogart63 said:

That is almost impossible. Can be done by removing the thin washer. But it's hard to put it back again. Can maybe be done like this. https://adventuresinamateurwatchfettling.com/2015/10/12/crown-revival-seiko-6105-and-62mas-crown-gasket-replacement/

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This is how I do them, except I don't try to save the cap, I just get it out and make a new one. But that fellow's technique is really good!

[JJM]

  On 3/23/2020 at 3:52 PM, nickelsilver said:

This is how I do them, except I don't try to save the cap, I just get it out and make a new one. But that fellow's technique is really good!

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Ahhhhh....... Umm the rubber does have some give left in it.... I think I may just grease it & leave it there... Shame, I was getting all keen... 

Thanks Chaps ! 

[oldhippy]

Just replace the complete button. They are called water proof buttons. 

[jdm]

  On 3/23/2020 at 2:53 PM, JJM said:

Not too sure how to approach replacing this.... 

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I've always managed to remove these without breaking anything. I use a dental pick, it doesn't have the ideal shape I have found anything better so far.

  On 3/23/2020 at 5:46 PM, oldhippy said:

Just replace the complete button. They are called water proof buttons. 

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That's OK with cheapies where originality is not important. But in most cases actually in which the presence of a logo, or the material, size and shape make so that a generic replacement is out of question.

[oldhippy]

It all depends on the make of watch. 

[JJM]

Its a Wenger, they are quiet reticent to supply spares to mortals such as myself.... 

[oldhippy]

This site might be able to help you.

https://thewatchmaker.com/repairs/victorinox-watch-service/

 

[JJM]

Great, will give them a whirl, many thanks.... Meanwhile supplies have arrived 

[Watchtime]

Nice article

  On 3/23/2020 at 3:41 PM, rogart63 said:

That is almost impossible. Can be done by removing the thin washer. But it's hard to put it back again. Can maybe be done like this. https://adventuresinamateurwatchfettling.com/2015/10/12/crown-revival-seiko-6105-and-62mas-crown-gasket-replacement/

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