Cartel Case Bezel Construction

[cmr15]

Hey i am a bit new to the rep world and need some advice;)

 

I have a Cartel case and a bezel + insert but missing any rings found something about washer retaining and tension rings but i have no idea what i will need to fix it;) what is what?

and especcially where to get them? 

[preacher62]

With most gen construction there are three major components. 

 

1.  The retaining ring goes over the crystal assembly and presses in place to hold the crystal to the watch.

2.  The bezel ring then is usually matted to the retaining ring and snaps on to it.

3.  Then there is a thin metal washer that makes thing turn smoothly that goes between the two.

 

Additionally, there might be a click spring if it is a 16610 sub to make it click and be uni-directional.  (You didn't specify what case you are looking to.)

 

I have found that if it is not genuine Rolex, it is best to purchase the retaining ring, bezel ring and washer together as a kit.  It is difficult to mate the parts from different manufacturers as .5mm of error will make a difference in the bezel turning or not turning...or falling off for that matter.