Trouble fitting a T21 to a DW case

[sneed12]

I've broken two trying to fit these damn things. I know that the inner lip needs to be sanded; am I missing anything else? I did this before a year or two ago and didn't have any problems (this was a different watch, same case).

 

I can get the crystal to fit but it cracks when I install the bezel over it.

[cc33]

The bezel has to be shaved down with a dremel, on the inside. It will always crack the crystal if you don't..

[sneed12]

It's the WatchNY bezel, not the DW bezel, and it seems to press over the crystal just fine if it's not installed on the case...? I'd much rather grind on a $5 crystal than a $200 aftermarket bezel, so I hope it's not absolutely necessary to shave it

[cc33]

5$ tropic 21? Anyhow if you're using an aftermarket crystal I can't really tell you what to do. I would sand the outer rim of the crystal and then polish it I guess.

[watchguyusa1]

I would just shave the inside of the bezel a bit , I wouldnt use a dremel though , I would use emery cloth or sandpaper, its not a big deal  

[correctime]

Sorta off the beatin path here but who/what is watchNY and DW ??

Links ???

[sneed12]

DW = David Wong, a guy who sells watches and cases, his 6263/6265 offerings are the best bang for the buck IMO (not as good as Phong but 1/3 the price)

WatchNY = WatchNY, he's an ebay seller who makes a pretty nice 6263 bezel (better than the DW offering, IMO)

[sneed12]

I'm using a Clark's crystal.

 

I emailed Gary asking for a discount on shipping for three more since I keep breaking these damn things and he is sending me two for free. Very generous of him.

[freddy333]

I had to remove a bit of metal around the inside circumference of my WatchNY bezel to fit a gen T21. But, if done carefully, the results are excellent