Replacement Bezel 2000 series

Ponjefferson · May 25, 2025

I am in need of a replacement bezel for a Tag Heuer 2000 series watch, reference # 962206/2. I received the watch as a gift many years ago from my late father; it is still in excellent working order and has great sentimental value. My local Tag authorized jeweler sent the watch to the company, and it was returned with the news that the part in question was no longer available. I search eBay regularly, but to this point, I have not been able to track down the part in question. Any suggestions or assistance would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks!

bdev · May 25, 2025

Check out this ebay seller.

https://www.ebay.com/str/brokenchrono?_trksid=p4429486.m3561.l170197

Ponjefferson · May 25, 2025

bdev
Check out this ebay seller.

https://www.ebay.com/str/brokenchrono?_trksid=p4429486.m3561.l170197

Thank you; contacted them earlier today…hoping to hear back.

akong71 · May 25, 2025

@Ponjefferson what's the issue with the bezel? Is it missing completely, or are you looking to refurbish the watch overall? I have the same watch (quartz version/black dial), except mine has the "newer" model code (WE1110) written on the caseback. The box, however, has the model code 962.006 written on it, so I guess mine is a "transition" watch for when TAG Heuer changed the model number sequence.

I got a new bezel for my watch back in 2015. However, the new bezel is the 12-angled version that fits on the WK series. I still have my original bezel which is round. But I think the newer bezel gives the watch a more updated look.

Good luck, and hello from my 2000!

paul2000 · Oct 25, 2025

akong71
@Ponjefferson what's the issue with the bezel? Is it missing completely, or are you looking to refurbish the watch overall? I have the same watch (quartz version/black dial), except mine has the "newer" model code (WE1110) written on the caseback. The box, however, has the model code 962.006 written on it, so I guess mine is a "transition" watch for when TAG Heuer changed the model number sequence.

I got a new bezel for my watch back in 2015. However, the new bezel is the 12-angled version that fits on the WK series. I still have my original bezel which is round. But I think the newer bezel gives the watch a more updated look.

Good luck, and hello from my 2000!

Hello

akong71
@Ponjefferson what's the issue with the bezel? Is it missing completely, or are you looking to refurbish the watch overall? I have the same watch (quartz version/black dial), except mine has the "newer" model code (WE1110) written on the caseback. The box, however, has the model code 962.006 written on it, so I guess mine is a "transition" watch for when TAG Heuer changed the model number sequence.

I got a new bezel for my watch back in 2015. However, the new bezel is the 12-angled version that fits on the WK series. I still have my original bezel which is round. But I think the newer bezel gives the watch a more updated look.

Good luck, and hello from my 2000!

hello! I am new to the forum, glad to join. ( dont know if i need to présent my self somewhere ). I am Paul, and i own a 962.006F, so really close to yours, dont know what the F is about, minor change but which one, i dont know.

Anyway i am really interested by your bezel replacement, i am struggling with mine.

I lost the bezel, and compète rotation systém a long Time ago. I al trying to replace it now, searching for parts.

You can see attached my Watch, and a bezel and spring i found on eBay, but not Even sure it works with a spring. Do you know i those seem to be the right one? The bezel is a bit loose too.

I am really interested by your expérience, and you new angled bezel is really Nice, could be an option too!

Thehighwayman · Oct 25, 2025

P paul2000
Hello

hello! I am new to the forum, glad to join. ( dont know if i need to présent my self somewhere ). I am Paul, and i own a 962.006F, so really close to yours, dont know what the F is about, minor change but which one, i dont know.

Anyway i am really interested by your bezel replacement, i am struggling with mine.

I lost the bezel, and compète rotation systém a long Time ago. I al trying to replace it now, searching for parts.

You can see attached my Watch, and a bezel and spring i found on eBay, but not Even sure it works with a spring. Do you know i those seem to be the right one? The bezel is a bit loose too.

I am really interested by your expérience, and you new angled bezel is really Nice, could be an option too!

There are two different types of bezel clicks on these. I don't think anyone is fully sure when the changeover point was.
The first type is the 2x spring system you have.
The second type is a flat plate with small bent steel clicks as in the pic below.

The one you have bought has two springs and looking at your pic it should work ok on your watch.
If you look closely inside your bezel there is a second spring inside it which is bent so it has flats on it. That is what grips the case and makes the bezel loose or tight.
Flick that spring out and tighten the bends slightly and you make it a tighter fit. Don't overdo it or it will be too tight to get it back on again!

The second spring gives the click. The hooked end of the spring goes into the hole on the case at 12. Then it gets a bit fiddly. You've got to get the other end of the spring into the teeth on the underside of the bezel and making sure the hooked end of the wire doesn't pop out get it all locked down. There is a knack to it, it will take you a few attempts!

paul2000 · Oct 25, 2025

Thehighwayman
There are two different types of bezel clicks on these. I don't think anyone is fully sure when the changeover point was.
The first type is the 2x spring system you have.
The second type is a flat plate with small bent steel clicks as in the pic below.

The one you have bought has two springs and looking at your pic it should work ok on your watch.
If you look closely inside your bezel there is a second spring inside it which is bent so it has flats on it. That is what grips the case and makes the bezel loose or tight.
Flick that spring out and tighten the bends slightly and you make it a tighter fit. Don't overdo it or it will be too tight to get it back on again!

The second spring gives the click. The hooked end of the spring goes into the hole on the case at 12. Then it gets a bit fiddly. You've got to get the other end of the spring into the teeth on the underside of the bezel and making sure the hooked end of the wire doesn't pop out get it all locked down. There is a knack to it, it will take you a few attempts!

Many thanks for answering so quickly and precisely.

So both systems, spring and ring can work with my bezel here.

I can have this one attached, that really look like yours ( i dont for the moment). With a 28.1 in side diamètre. Do you think it fits too? Seems a bit wide, the actual rounded one i have is around 26mm ( 35,6mm extérior )

I am just wondering about my bezel, because when i put on the bezel, Seems a bit high, does not touch the glass, like half à millimèter above it. Is it the same on yours?

I am going to try to tighten the inside spring first. The second spring seem to be a challenge indeed!

Thehighwayman · Oct 25, 2025

I'm not sure the two systems can interchange, I have never tried it but I think they probably can.

My early Heuer branded 962.206 bezel is also 26mm internal diameter.

I think what you have there is a 2000 chronograph bezel, they are 28.1mm internal diameter.
That is indeed too big.

paul2000 · Oct 25, 2025

Thehighwayman
I'm not sure the two systems can interchange, I have never tried it but I think they probably can.

My early Heuer branded 962.206 bezel is also 26mm internal diameter.

I think what you have there is a 2000 chronograph bezel, they are 28.1mm internal diameter.
That is indeed too big.

Ok, seem that you are right, i al going to keep trying with the one I have that Seems more appropriate.

I have tighten the inside spring, but I did not succeed to push the bezel in place. But maybe the Little imperfection you see in red circle attached prevents me from doing it.

I have attached a pic of the restraining spring, shape Seems ok.

And regarding bezel spring, i have no clue how you succeed to do it, the shape under the bezel dont seem to fit at all for the spring to fit in a tooth. You have the same teeth shape than mine?

Sorry for all those questions, but you are a great help to me.

Thehighwayman · Oct 25, 2025

P paul2000
Ok, seem that you are right, i al going to keep trying with the one I have that Seems more appropriate.

I have tighten the inside spring, but I did not succeed to push the bezel in place. But maybe the Little imperfection you see in red circle attached prevents me from doing it.

I have attached a pic of the restraining spring, shape Seems ok.

And regarding bezel spring, i have no clue how you succeed to do it, the shape under the bezel dont seem to fit at all for the spring to fit in a tooth. You have the same teeth shape than mine?

Sorry for all those questions, but you are a great help to me.

Hi Paul

Yes, I think your first problem is the damage in the red circle.
That dent is going to prevent the bezel seating correctly .
Perhaps if you remove the internal spring and you have a small needle file you can file that area so it is flat again. It is the area under the spring which looks to need the most attention.

Your other spring looks the same as mine except that mine has a very gentle bend upwards at the end where it engages with the teeth on the bezel.
The wire doesn't exactly fit the teeth, it is just the tension on the spring which makes it click from tooth to tooth.

When you fit the bezel the click spring needs to be compressed a little. I put the hooked end in the hole at 12 and the other end in a tooth, it then naturally compresses as it is fitted. It is awkward to do though. I think with a slight upward bend in the wire it will be easier to keep the spring in the tooth.

Another way is to insert the hooked end at 12 and then partly fit the bezel on one side so it holds in place. Then using a thin blade push the remaining click spring under the bezel while keeping some downward pressure on the bezel so it all locks into place at the same time.

paul2000 · Oct 26, 2025

All right, I am going to take care of that properly this week. It will probably help to put that bezel in place.

I'll keep you posted on my efforts. I'll try your technics once the bezel is flat again. And i will probably try to bend a bit that clicking spring, should help.

Really helps to find some good advices, thanks a lot for that. Have a nice sunday

Thehighwayman · Oct 26, 2025

P paul2000
All right, I am going to take care of that properly this week. It will probably help to put that bezel in place.

I'll keep you posted on my efforts. I'll try your technics once the bezel is flat again. And i will probably try to bend a bit that clicking spring, should help.

Really helps to find some good advices, thanks a lot for that. Have a nice sunday

Good luck,keep us posted!
Have a nice Sunday too 👍

paul2000 · Nov 1, 2025

Hello, so i think the dent on the bezel is now pretty flat. Not absolutely perfect but I think its flat, way more than before. I did it very carefuly with a Dremel.

And great news the bezel is clicking with the spring. I followed your recommandation, I have bent a bit the spring and its working. Clicking sound is Nice.

Now my problèm is that I dont succeed to lock the bezel in place with the retaining spring. I tried to make it super right, or very loose. Seems that it changes nothing. And it does not look like a can push the perso further down. The height of the bezel is the same with or without spring. I dont get it

Thehighwayman · Nov 1, 2025

P paul2000
Hello, so i think the dent on the bezel is now pretty flat. Not absolutely perfect but I think its flat, way more than before. I did it very carefuly with a Dremel.

And great news the bezel is clicking with the spring. I followed your recommandation, I have bent a bit the spring and its working. Clicking sound is Nice.

Now my problèm is that I dont succeed to lock the bezel in place with the retaining spring. I tried to make it super right, or very loose. Seems that it changes nothing. And it does not look like a can push the perso further down. The height of the bezel is the same with or without spring. I dont get it

Hi Paul
That sounds strange 🤔
This is the 26mm inside diameter bezel?

The retaining spring should sit in the groove in the watch case when it is fully seated. The spring in the groove is what keeps the bezel in place.
Looking at your photo of the bezel the spring looks ok, nothing wrong there that I can see.
Do you think the retaining spring is going into the groove when you put the bezel on?
They do need quite a strong push to seat properly .

Could the groove on the watch case be full of dirt and that is stopping the wire seating in there properly?

Mspeedster · Nov 1, 2025

I have nothing to add. But I'm find this thread to be super informative, thanks again to @Thehighwayman. 👍

Thehighwayman · Nov 1, 2025

Mspeedster
I have nothing to add. But I'm find this thread to be super informative, thanks again to @Thehighwayman. 👍

Lol, thanks!
I'm thinking dirt in the groove, it looks a bit cruddy in Paul's first pic.

Thehighwayman · Nov 1, 2025

@paul2000
If cleaning the groove on the case doesn't work, can you post a photo with your bezel on the watch in the position where you said it won't push down any further please 👍
Also, try removing the click spring wire completely and see if the bezel will then lock into position.

I have seen one of these later bezels with a wire click spring but usually they have the flat type with the four clicks I showed earlier.

There are two very different 2000 bezels and there are differences in the cases too.
The first type is below

You can see that the case doesn't have the step in the bezel recess that later cases like yours have.
These early cases use the wire click system but cannot use the flat click spring.
The early bezels are also very different on the underside.

It is possible that you were sold the bezel with a thick click spring from an early watch.The wire may be too thick to allow the bezel to go down far enough to lock in to the groove on the case.

If the bezel locks on without the click spring we know that is the problem.
In that case, we need the correct size flat click spring.

paul2000 · Nov 2, 2025

Thanks again for your answers.

Here is some pictures. I tried with and without click springs. Here its only without click spring. I dont have the feeling that the click spring is the problem. Only talking about retaining spring in those pics.

My feelings are that :

- could be push down a bit more, maybe, those gaps seem a bit too big, but not sure

- or everything seems too loose, and i can not tighten it

Thehighwayman · Nov 2, 2025

P paul2000
Thanks again for your answers.

Here is some pictures. I tried with and without click springs. Here its only without click spring. I dont have the feeling that the click spring is the problem. Only talking about retaining spring in those pics.

My feelings are that :

- could be push down a bit more, maybe, those gaps seem a bit too big, but not sure

- or everything seems too loose, and i can not tighten it

Hello Paul

Thanks for those photos, perfect.
That bezel is not going to fit. I would say the side profile is too deep for the retaining spring to even reach down to the groove.

If we look at a photo of a 962.006f you can see the bezel side profile is much slimmer.

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It looks very similar to the profile on my early 2000.

However, the early bezel on my watch would not fit yours because yours has the step machined in the bezel recess. The step would stop an early bezel like mine from going into the recess.

So, it would seem there is a third bezel type with the slim profile but fitting the later case with the step, a sort of transitional type.

We are all learning something here I think, me included. I always believed there were only two types of fitting.
I have been searching bezel images and I think the type that is needed looks like this on the underside.

This third type has the slim visible profile and more of the bezel sits inside the recess but the teeth are a different design to the early slim profile bezels.

paul2000 · Nov 2, 2025

Seems that this transition type is not going to be the easiest one to find!

But at least now i know more about what i am searching for!

Seems that you are right, its kind of an in between. On your last pic, teeth are really différent than on mine, seems to be proéminent, that could go deep in the case.

Probably best option is finding the exact same Watch. Easier to find that bezel only. But it was not really the idea.

Perhaps the final 2 in 962.006F-2 is about that weird bezel.

Glad to know it was useful for général knowledge! Many thanks for all those Precious advices.