$299.00
5500-C
Watch Crystal Press with 10 Tapered Dies Watchmaker Hand Tool
A bench press with reversible tapered aluminum dies for seating unbreakable tension ring crystals squarely into cases.
$799.00
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| Reference | 5500-C |
|---|---|
| Reference line | 5500 |
| Drawer | Case Opening & Crystals |
| What it is | A tool in its own right |
| Bench job | Opening and closing a case |
We supply the 5500-C for setting tension ring crystals into watch cases without cocking them in the bezel. The threaded spindle drives the upper die down square to the case support. It is intended for plastic crystals rather than mineral glass.
Reversible tapered dies
Each die is turned from aluminum with a tapered profile on both faces to support the crystal rim. Sizes step from 18/19 mm through 34/35 mm so you can match the diameter of the tension ring closely.
Chrome finished aluminum
The dies carry a smooth chrome finish over aluminum. The metal stays firm under spindle pressure while the polished working face seats against the crystal without dragging across the acrylic dome.
Lower die support
The base accepts our 5500-T21 lower support to steady the case while the spindle turns. It keeps the watch level beneath the upper die so force travels straight down through the center line.
Spindle drive
A hand wheel controls the descent of the upper die. Turning the thread gives steady, progressive travel, which lets you feel the tension ring compress and seat into the case rebate.
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A note that touches this tool
Opening a stubborn case back
Snap backs against screw backs against monobloc cases, how a case key and its dies engage a fluted rim, why the case is held in a holder rather than in the hand, and what to do when the back has been opened badly before.
5500-C
$799.00