crystal removal

[dagwra]

hi everyone
i normaly work on clocks but a freind of mine asked if i could fix his omega pocket watch. the minute hand is rubbing against the crystal. any suggestions on how to remove the crystal will be greatly appreciated. thanks!

[dagwra]

hi everyone
i normaly work on clocks but a freind of mine asked if i could fix his omega pocket watch. the minute hand is rubbing against the crystal. any suggestions on how to remove the crystal will be greatly appreciated. thanks!

[Kent]

Hi dagwra:

Usually, we don't remove just the crystal. We open, or take off, the bezel and the crystal comes along with it.

You might find the information in "How To Open A Pocket Watch Case (http://k_singer.home.comcast.net/opening_pocket_watch_cases__k.htm)", or Opening the Case (http://www.ozdoba.net/swisswatch/pocket_howto.html#open) useful.

If it is a hunting-case, there should be a narrow slot within which to put a thumbnail to pop it off.

Good luck,