Rolex-signed crown for Tudor Prince Oysterdate 7966?

[ign03]

Hi everyone!

I was about to finish the repair of a Tudor Prince Oysterdate when I realized that the crown tube is broken and the crown was spinning on itself. This is an early Tudor with a Rolex Oyster case and also a Rolex crown. Pretty bad news as these crowns are expensive... but it is what it is.

Anyway, I know that the crown measures 5.3 mmm, the crown tube seems to measure 1.75 mm and fits a 0.9 mm stem thread.  The crown has a rolex coronet and a small straight line under it. However, I am not sure about the reference number and I can't find anything online for that specific Tudor model. Does anyone know which is the reference number for that crown?  Is it 24-503-0? I am looking at 100-150 USD and the last thing I need is to buy the wrong one. 

Thank you in advance!

Cheers,

Ignasi

 

Edited July 14, 2024 by ign03
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[RichardHarris123]

Crown tubes are friction fitted, so I'm wondering if it would be possible to repair?  I haven't heard anyone talk about doing so but it's worth a try.  If you could remove the tube a small amount of epoxy might secure the tube. 

I'm waiting for the others to tell me I'm crazy.  Hehe. 

[AndyGSi]

As @RichardHarris123 said I think it's worth a try to fix with some sort of adhesive and maybe try and crimp the tube afterwards.

Edit

Not sure if it's a typo but think the part number could be 24-530-0

What's the watch details?

Edited July 14, 2024 by AndyGSi

[ign03]

I'm not sure if the part that is broken is pressure fitted or it's part of the crown. And yes, it was a typo, I was referring to 24-530-0, but don't know it for certain. The watch is a 1960s Tudor Prince Oysterdate, Ref. 7966 with a Rolex Oyster Case, cal 2426. 

[AndyGSi]

This shows the hex head stem part pressed into the crown.

Edit

Based on your 7966 Reference this is the Generic Crown from Cousins.

Edited July 14, 2024 by AndyGSi