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Replacement glass for Omega

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Would anybody be able to assist with sorting the correct glass size for an Omega Seamaster can 501 case number 2921.

The inside diameter measures 29.5 but the glass that I took out measures 29.79 as best I can make out (it was cracked).

Was thinking of replacing with Sternkruze armed.

Any help eternally grateful

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Of course the crystal is slightly larger. It's a press fit, I'm assuming, and that's how they stay "attached" to the case and don't just fall off.

Keep in mind that some crystals do not fit Omega cases as they should. I would try to source out an original one or at least check the dimensions of the new one and see if it really fits and that it won't disturb the dial/movement and so on.

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You need if ou want a original omega crystal a PZ5000. Which i recommend. It fits much better then a sternkreuz. At least on a Omega.

I think the 2921 has a crystal ring? That you need to remove first. 

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