Crystal without AR

[pybu15]

I am looking for crystal exchange on a 202a and a 47MM marina militare. I don't like AR treatment (especially on vintage watch) and I was wondering where I could either buy new crystals or get new crystal installed in the EU. Thank you very much for your help.

[andreww]

Best bet would be to simply remove the crystal, then strip off the AR. If it is rep AR it will come off quite easily. If you don't want to be bothered with removing the crystal, simply remove the outer AR. I've done it using metal polish and a little bit of elbow grease. Takes about 10 minutes. The inner AR is virtually undetectable anyway.

[pybu15]

Best bet would be to simply remove the crystal, then strip off the AR. If it is rep AR it will come off quite easily. If you don't want to be bothered with removing the crystal, simply remove the outer AR. I've done it using metal polish and a little bit of elbow grease. Takes about 10 minutes. The inner AR is virtually undetectable anyway.

Thanks Andrew. Did you use car polish or other specific product?

[andreww]

No, I used a brass & silver polish. You can get it at any hardware store. Should come off easily with some rubbing.

[Flashman]

Yep Cape Cod works a treat.

[pybu15]

Thank you very much. I will try and let you know.

[eunomians]

Try Lacquer Thinner & #0000 Steel Wool. Takes 2 minutes to strip the AR.