It is to note a major weak point on the Rolex inserts parts, it is the center pearl at 12 o'clock serving as reference point to the divers for the decompression time.
Whether it is the Rolex inserts of the 50's with tritium dot or the old ones of the Rolex new generations with ceramic bezel (chromalight plot), this graduated rotative insert is victim of its function and its building.
This external luminous pearl, which is prominent, is prone to knocks, scratches, and jumping in case of very pronounced shock.
CHRONO-SHOP will explain how to reposition the luminous pearl (luminova or tritium) without damaging the insert itself.
Our example will be articulated with a Rolex submariner 16610 insert (same as Rolex 14060,16660, 16800,168000 inserts and same system as on the old submariner 5510;5512;5513;1680;1665)
This manipulation doesn't work with Rolex ceramic moderns inserts.
We strongly recommend to use adapted watchmaker's tools, with a plastic or wooden equipment to avoid scratches on the Rolex pearl.
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REFERENCING ROLEX GLASSES BY MODELS CLASSIFICATION
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