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9 January 2013, 02:30 AM
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Air King bracelet scratch - copper color
I noticed a scratch on the bracelet of my early '80's Air King that I recently purchased. The scratch doesn't bother me, I know its going to get many with wear. What concerned me was it looks like where it is scratched a little metal that is somewhat of a copper color is showing. Does solid stainless steel scratch in this way? I don't think its anything left from what I scratched it on, at least it didn't come off with some trying with my fingernail. I've attached a picture, though its kind of difficult to see. Granted, most of my experience is with more modern SS watches, but I just want to make sure this bracelet isn't aftermarket or has any issues.
Otherwise the watch seems good to me and I had a watchmaker check it out. I've attached a couple pics of the watch and the bracelet clasp. Let me know if any thoughts. Thanks! |
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9 January 2013, 04:42 AM
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Circled the small area I'm talking about.
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9 January 2013, 06:36 AM
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Nope, has to be residue from whatever scratched it. It'll polish/brush right out. Btw, you have a non-Precision dial. Less common than the ones marked "Precision". Congrats!
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9 January 2013, 08:14 AM
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Thanks.....I'll give it a try with some proper tools tonight. Scotchbrite pads good for brushed metal bracelets?
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9 January 2013, 08:27 AM
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Yep, long strokes in one direction. It'll come out.
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9 January 2013, 09:03 AM
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easy fix as stated above
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10 January 2013, 05:48 AM
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How did it turn out?
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10 January 2013, 01:31 PM
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10 January 2013, 02:05 PM
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10 January 2013, 11:59 PM
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10 January 2013, 03:39 PM
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Hahaha
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11 January 2013, 01:37 AM
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Excellent!
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