Omega 861; did I ruin the main-spring barrel ?
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Hello All, I recently smashed the crystal on my watch. It's a Skagen SKW6054, which has a domed crystal. (I've attached some images found online. I could photograph my watch, but the pieces of the crystal are in the bin!) I've been quoted £85 to replace it which seemed like a lot of money, and I wondered whether I could buy a replacement crystal and whatever tools are required and do it myself for less (and also learn a new skill / gain some satisfaction from doing it myself). So, specific questions: - Is it realistic for a novice to expect to do this successfully first time? I assume that a domed crystal would be more difficult than a flat one, though I don't really know why! - What tools would I need, and where is a good place to get them? (And how much are they likely to cost?) - How do I identify the right crystal, and where is a good place to get it? - Do I need anything else to do the job? And in case the answers to those aren't encouraging 😉 Can anyone recommend a reliable, affordable repairer? Many thanks, Ian.
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Hi, I'm new here 🙂 I found my way here after breaking the crystal on my watch, and wondered whether I could replace it myself. I guess I should be putting my questions in here: https://www.watchrepairtalk.com/forum/84-watch-glassescrystals-and-glass-gaskets/ My only previous experience of watch repair is replacing the quartz movement on a different watch last year. Cheers, Ian. Â
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By ManSkirtBrew · Posted
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