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Author:  HRoark75 [ Sat May 30, 2009 4:53 am ]
Post subject:  Need some help with my B-1
I have a B-1 which I absolutely love. The bezel has a serrated edge which is starting to fray the cuffs of my dress shirts and some of my pants near the pocket. Has anyone else had this problem? I think it's a simple fix - I just need a new bezel without this edge on it, but where do I go to get one? If I go to an AD, I'm afraid I'm going to get jammed on the labor to swap it out. Any advice is greatly appreciated.

HR
Author:  Breitling Bloke [ Sat May 30, 2009 11:07 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Need some help with my B-1
Ooh - I've got to run around and check all my cuffs and pockets now!

I wear my B-1 as a daily beater and have never noticed any similar frayed edges.

On the subject of getting a smooth edged bezel it would be worth having a chat with your nearest service centre to cost a replacement.

It's only 4 screws but I'm not sure how complex the geared mechanism is. You may be able to get a new one fitted at a service centre - keep the old one and get that buffed and fitted at a local jeweller. When the watch goes for a service you would need to put the original one back on or Breitling will change it and charge for another new one.

Someone will know the exact procedure for removal/refit of the bezel.

BTW - :welcome:
Author:  MartynJC (UK) [ Sun May 31, 2009 1:14 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Need some help with my B-1
Hi - I can't say I've ever had this problem with my B-1 - they aren't that sharp?

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- I've just got a Rolex Submariner and noticed the bezel has much 'sharper' edges than the B-1. Anyway - I would guess that the B-1 bezel is specially made - but perhaps (serious suggestion) you could gently file down - or perhaps gently use sand-paper to smooth down - the serrations so that they are smoother? Just an idea??
Author:  Verner [ Mon Jun 01, 2009 2:10 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Need some help with my B-1
Have to say I wear mine on a daily basis and have never experienced any fraying of cuffs.
Have you maybe got a sharp edge on yours which needs trimmed?

Best wishes,


Verner
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