The 3-Part Adhesive Ring Installation on Bezel Inserts

It can be a luxury to choose what bezel you want for your watch. Some bezels already come pre-installed or etched into the original design, but some bezel inserts can be a real treat in how sleek and complimentary they can be to the overall watch. However, as gorgeous as they can be, it can be a bit of a pain to stick them on.

Essentially, an adhesive ring is used to install and stick on the bezel inserts. Budding watch enthusiasts may find themselves quickly frustrated over how exactly they can maneuver the adhesive and get the insert onto the watch. You can ask for some assistance from your local watch store.

If you’re determined about going through with the installation on your own, here are the three main steps of adhesive ring installation on bezel inserts.

Gathering the Materials

The installation process starts with the tools needed. No fancy equipment is really necessary, though there should be some gadgets that can make it easier. Primarily, you’ll need the bezel insert you want for your watch and a pre-scored adhesive ring that you’re going to use. Be sure to get a good quality bezel. 

Some people may use glue-like stickers, but tissue-type adhesive rings will be the most forgiving to work with. Remember to check the sizing of all your components. Ensure that the ring fits with the bezel insert and that the insert fits the watch. Some people often don’t bother to check and end up with an unusable group of materials.

Aside from those, two small metal tweezers are needed. Even those with petite fingers will find it hard to work with their hands and put everything together. A coin case and foam ring can also help.

Adhering the Ring on a Bezel Insert

Work on a clean surface when you’ve decided to put a ring on a bezel insert. Use the tweezers to peel off the cover and expose the sticky side of the ring. It can be a bit of trouble to risk putting the adhesive circle on the table, so nestle and flatten it with the foam of a coin case. Do this with the non-sticky side facing the foam.

If you’re in luck, they’ll be a perfect match, and the ring won’t be budging or sticking to anything. Take your bezel insert while everything is in place and push it down on the foam and adhesive ring. It can take a bit of practice with other materials, but it can deliver better and faster results rather than just eyeballing it. 

Changing the Bezel of Your Watch

Once you have the adhesive ring onto your bezel insert, all that’s left is to remove the cover of the other side and gently put it on the watch. Aligning it properly is going to be a must so that your watch isn’t ruined with the adhesive and that your bezel can be intact. Consult with a watch expert if you aren’t confident about getting it installed right by yourself. 

Conclusion

Looking through the process can make it seem like adhering and installing a bezel insert using a ring will be a breeze, but that isn’t the case. With so much room for error and your watch’s bezel at stake, make sure to follow these steps to make the installation a success.

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