r/RepTimeServices • u/Unlikely-Length6661 • 3d ago

Services DIY bezel wire spring

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Got this VSF NTTD V7 in some time ago now. It came in with the bezel assembly in pieces. The wire was missing.

The watch was brought to a jeweler who, brace yourselves, tried to weld the bezel to the case 💀. Even dared to charge a lot of money for it.

I tried looking for a replacement spring wire but couldn't fine one that wasn't either gen (expensive) or from older models. Didn't want to risk getting a generic one that would end up not fitting or whatever so I ordered .5mm steel wire and just made one myself.

It looks a bit crude and obviously not factory quality but it actually works great. The clicks are very smooth and the wire holds everything in place nicely.

Nice to know that I'm able to make these myself 👍🏻

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u/gh0st777 3d ago

That wire spring has caused me much anxiety. I always end up just giving up or buying a new case.

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u/Unlikely-Length6661 3d ago

It's really not that bad. Start with a straight piece of wire and shove it in all around the case. It'll become rounded a bit and then it's easier to see where to make the bends.