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Top Time Ref. 2002. Crown and Crystal Replacements
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Author:  66Cooper [ Wed Feb 06, 2013 4:42 pm ]
Post subject:  Top Time Ref. 2002. Crown and Crystal Replacements

Hey there,
I am trying to get my ref. 2002 SS Top Time back in a better state. I have two questions I am hoping someone can help me with.

Crown:
I received the watch with a signed Breitling crown in place. From some research, I would say it is not correct. This is the only pic I had on hand as I am away from the watch at the moment.
Image

Not the best picture to illustrate what I am looking for. From what I have seen, the original crown was a little more rounded on its face. That and rounded on the teeth...meaning the teeth had a doom to their profile.
Anyway, I was wondering if anyone knows where one would source a correct crown for it? Are there any other Breitlings that I can also look under for the correct crown. Also, if anyone has a really nice example, would you mind posting pix and maybe measure the overall diameter? Thanks!

Crystal:
I had some work down on the movement recently, and my watch builder said that the crystal was very loose. Its not going to pop out he thought but when I asked about waterproofing, he just laughed. I am not looking to dive with the watch, or even swim for that matter but I dont like the thought of a loose crystal. God forbid I drop it in water, get sprayed by a hose, anything that could happen and I get water on that wonderful dial. Looking for a good source for a replacement. I didnt ask my watch guy as I wanted to see what people hear though first. Again, would like something as original in shape and profile as possible.

Thanks so much everyone!

Author:  vintage [ Wed Feb 06, 2013 5:45 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Top Time Ref. 2002. Crown and Crystal Replacements

I've seen both style crowns on the 2002 Top Time. I wouldn't worry at all about the one currently on your watch. At least it still has a Breitling crown and not a plain crown. I think Breitling used different crowns during the Top Time production span and you would also have to factor in normal replacement crowns over the years. I don't see it as anything to worry about.

Author:  66Cooper [ Wed Feb 06, 2013 5:47 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Top Time Ref. 2002. Crown and Crystal Replacements

Excellent.

Now, onto the crystal:-)

Author:  saabreit [ Wed Feb 06, 2013 6:20 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Top Time Ref. 2002. Crown and Crystal Replacements

Just online for a couple of hours ago
http://www.ebay.fr/itm/VINTAGE-BREITLIN ... 3cceba84a2

Author:  66Cooper [ Fri Feb 08, 2013 3:14 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Top Time Ref. 2002. Crown and Crystal Replacements

Is that the correct crown for the TT?

Anyone on the crystal?

Author:  WatchFred [ Fri Feb 08, 2013 11:09 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Top Time Ref. 2002. Crown and Crystal Replacements

I think the original crown had smaller "teeth", but that is not an issue for me.
re crystal - run of the mill standard, any watchmaker can order the correct type for you.

Author:  66Cooper [ Sat Feb 09, 2013 7:44 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Top Time Ref. 2002. Crown and Crystal Replacements

Really? Cool. I'll have to stop by my watch maker and see what he think.

Author:  rat [ Wed Feb 13, 2013 11:58 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Top Time Ref. 2002. Crown and Crystal Replacements

My most recent top time 2002 crystal was something like £3 according to my watchmaker.... very cheap and easy for anyone with a crystal lift tool due to the front loading.

Author:  66Cooper [ Wed Feb 13, 2013 12:00 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Top Time Ref. 2002. Crown and Crystal Replacements

Perfect. I will have to bring it back and see what he can do. Thanks!

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