This watch is a two piece case.
So, while trying to get the bezel off I glued it to this board, but now the very inner ring where the crystal seats is turning inside the bezel, and the back and bezel are still stuck.

What kind of mess have I got now and how do I get it apart?

For further identification, this watch is marked Brevet. Don't know what's inside. I've never seen a two piece bezel?

And finally, (with wood and glue residue).

It is a "Gun Metal" cased "popular priced" watch. Possibly cylinder movement. Nice Period Pinup.

Thanks Dave,
But, how do I get it apart?

Dave, I'm not familiar with a 2 piece bezel, but here's a thought. Going with your attempt at gluing a piece of wood, if you were to drill a hole in your board using a hole saw about the diameter of the bezel outer edge, and try the glue trick again. Good luck.
Gary

Dave, what kind of glue are you using?

Super glue. I've used it before to get backs off, but there's very little surface to grab on the bezel and it's curved at that.

As Gary suggested, use a Forstner or spade bit to drill a bit of a depression in some wood then use a hot glue gun.

I have done it without the drilling but it's easy to get too much glue and make a big mess.

When you have them apart apply a bit of lacquer thinner/acetone and after soaking for a few minutes it will release the bezel.

Dave,

I usually use hot glue.

Thanks guys,
I'll give it a try.

Well, that didn't work. Either I don't know what I'm doing, (which is a big possibility), or I need a plan B.

Why didn't it work?

Dave, in your top photo (back view) I seem to see a seam going around the case. Are you positive the back doesn't screw off???

Lorne, After at least three attempts, but watch broke loose from the glue, but remained on the board. I did notice each time that the glue was dark and discolored, removing old rust, glue and residue.
I then actually buffed the case somewhat on a wire wheel to remove some of the rust, and the next time the glue was still discolored.

I may try it again.?

Bruce, I've looked at it very closely and see only one seam on the case, at the bezel. The stem also will not pull out to set the watch, but the watch does actually run for a short period. It's also fully wound or will not wind at all.
And I still don't understand why the thin brass ring that holds the crystal will rotate in the bezel?

Backside

And here's the (glue stick) after the last time.

you sure is not press/snap on case?
I will dig out the one that I have and look .

Peter, No, I'm not sure. I'd love to see one disassembled.

Peter, You're the Man! It is.
Now for the next dumb question.... How do I remove the movement?

Good call Peter.

I would have thought the bezel would at least rotate even with it being a snap on.

I can understand why the crown won't pull up.

Are those screws of some sort at 7 & 8, perhaps holding on some sort of retaining ring?

I am fairly sure this watch is a "erotic rotating automaton". The back picture rotates and is "riskee". They usually have a rotating picture dial on the back that has 4 different pictures of lasses in various attire or lack of.

They are fairly expensive, best leave it alone if you don't believe you know enough to proceed, it does have some issues with a lot of rust.....

regards,
bb

Got it! Thanks to all of you guys.

This is a swiss Colibri. Whatever that is.

Thanks Buster, I did see one on ebay rather pricey.
It came apart without any further damage except for a lot of rust. Can't believe it still runs!

side view

Believe it its Colibri watch .

With some care, that should clean up.

Thanks Dave,
I think so too. Unfortunately the little glass window on the back is gone. Wonder where I could ever find that part? And some hands. So far, all I've done is loosen the set screw for the stem, which I was afraid would be stuck. The worst rust is right at the stem. The rest looks very decent.

I got small glass cabinet, measure and let me know the dia.

Including the brass mounting ring it would be apx 18mm.
Don't know how I would mount it without the ring.??

Here's a borrowed picture.