5513 Bezel bleaching

[dieselpower]

I've just been brave enough to drop an old MBW 1665 bezel insert into some bleach. Left it for about 5 mins. (The bleach was the thick type you clean toilets with) the bezel has faded slightly and has taken on a greyish matt appearance. All good, but I think it needs a little longer for the effect I desire. Question is, will it fit into a new MBW 5513 bezel and if so how? Please remember you are dealing with a rank amateur who has only ever changed a watch bracelet and nothing more. Here's a phone photo FWIW:

[duke1973]

I agree with you, it needs a little more bleaching. Did you remove the pearl before soaking it? You probably should remove it for the next soak. (if you didn't the first time)

[dieselpower]

I didn't remove the pearl just threw the whole damn thing in.