Even under magnification the case appears to be machined from one piece of 14K gold without the usual snap-in access hatch in the back. I tried to unscrew the crystal but it doesn't budge. I tried pulling out the knurled time setting pin but it made no difference to the crystal. I am agraid to try to pry the crystal.
You are right, this type of watch can be opened by lifting crystal and extruding the stem. As for lifting the crystal you need a specialized tool, there is no other way then to go and find your nearest watchmakers shop. If you will try to lift the crystal using knife or any other unspecified tool, you will damage the crystal. Even if you will be lucky enough to get it out without any damage, you will not be able to fit it back, because the watch crystal setting tool reduces the crystal diameter for easy fitting.
Best solution for you is to see the watchmaker and ask for help.
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Exactly what I needed to know. Thanks so much!
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