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Hi all

Looking for some advice regarding the replacement of crystals on modern low cost quartz watches, the ones with the thin white nylon gasket.

I really struggle with these with the gasket often popping off when I try the press the glass in place with my crystal press.

It's same if use the original or a new one.

What the secret to fitting this type of crystal and gasket, any tips.

Thanks for any help with this

Paul

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I had this problem too. Even broke a few crystals before I learnt how to do it.

If you look at the edge of the crystal, there is a beveled edge and a square, less beveled edge. Intuitively, one would think the beveled edge is there to facilitate easier insertion and should go towards the watch case. But that is wrong. The square edge goes towards the case. And you will need a good crystal press that puts even pressure all round. Make sure you place the crystal carefully so that it doesn't pinch the gasket and damage it. Sometimes the generic gaskets do not fit the case as well as the original one, so be very careful.

The beveled edge is for cosmetic purposes and probably to prevent chipping during daily use.

Hope this solves your problem.

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