How much does it cost to replace GMT Master Bezel?

[panerai7776]

Hi bros, just bought a 16700 Pepsi. The watch is generally in good condition, but the bezel has faded. Is it worth changing the bezel or should I keep the "vintage" look? Any bros here know how much to change the bezel at SRC? Thanks!

[mazingerz]

hi bro,
keep the old bezel

[Darkangel]

Oh 16700...you can change it...but I strongly discourage you to.

Anyway it costs $75

[triton]

try to approach pre-own shops that does repair should you want to change.
you get to keep your old bezel but may have to pay a higher price for the bezel. also it could be not brand new.

Oh 16700...you can change it...but I strongly discourage you to.

Anyway it costs $75

[panerai7776]

Thanks for all your replies bros. Have to be extra careful when I wear the watch from now on. Can be "handgun" at times!

[triton]

i suggest u source for possible replacement now. just in case. it is better to keep one spare. i do keep spare dial and bezel for the models i like more.

Have to be extra careful when I wear the watch from now on. Can be "handgun" at times!

[panerai7776]

One final question bros, I am a computer idiot. Any programs, preferably "free" other than photoshop to resize my pictures to be posted online?

Photoshop is damn expensive and I only use a few functions!

[ejaan]

Google or Yahoo search "irfanview".

One final question bros, I am a computer idiot. Any programs, preferably "free" other than photoshop to resize my pictures to be posted online?

Photoshop is damn expensive and I only use a few functions!

[panerai7776]

Got it bro, thanks a million. Almost bought the Photoshop after the "free" trail period!

[panerai7776]

i suggest u source for possible replacement now. just in case. it is better to keep one spare. i do keep spare dial and bezel for the models i like more.

Just got a reply from someone selling the bezel at $180 plus installation. Seems reasonable though considering the scarcity?

[ejaan]

I am assuming that you are just replacing the bezel insert. If this is so then I do think the price is a wee bit high. RSC charges about $75 for the bezel insert replacement, but they retain the old bezel insert.

So is it worth more than twice that amount for the "pleasure" of retaining the old bezel insert?

[seiko.citizen]

why not "lose" your old bezel and go to RSC and get a new one fitted?

[panerai7776]

Hi bros, thanks for all your inputs. A amateurish pic of my last 2 remaining rolexes. Anyone here know what model is the watch on the right? It's supposed to be a 1975 movement(winding). My first Rolex. In very mint condition.

[panerai7776]

Before you change your bezel to a newer look... have a look at your dial..
Your dial and bezel should match..
If dial is antique looking than better to stick to the faded bezel..
Else.. if the dial is still fresh..than I guess its ok to change to a newer bezel..

What you said make perfect sense. I was so engrossed with the bezel without noticing whether a new bezel will fit the watch. Come to think of it, it might look weird with a bright and colourful bezel.

Bro, can enlighten me the model of my watch on the right? Thanks!

[Darkangel]

Hi bros, thanks for all your inputs. A amateurish pic of my last 2 remaining rolexes. Anyone here know what model is the watch on the right? It's supposed to be a 1975 movement(winding). My first Rolex. In very mint condition.

Pic is abit small...but I guess its a 6694