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Old 1 September 2013, 11:51 AM   #1
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Polished center links question.

Can anyone recommend a jeweler that can put a "brushed" finish on my GMT2c polished center links and make it look like my SubC? I'm in the Chicago area but obviously not opposed to mailing the bracelet out if someone has a "go to guy" that they recommend. (Not enthusiastic about my local AD.)

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Old 1 September 2013, 01:48 PM   #2
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I had that done on a GMT IIC a few years ago...Any Rolex AD should be able to do it, no problem...
Or just take a Green Scotch Brite pad and do it yourself...
They work great...
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Old 1 September 2013, 01:52 PM   #3
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Scotch Brite that bad boy!!!!
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Old 1 September 2013, 02:18 PM   #4
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Scothbright is the answer here. Just remove the bracelet, and use blue or green masking tape to tape the polished edges of the bracelet to they retain the polished finish. Stroke the scotchbright pads with the grain of the brushed outer links. You should have nice results. Worse case scenario, take it to any local watch maker to have them finish the job if your not happy with the results. Good luck, and post pictures!

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Old 2 September 2013, 07:52 AM   #5
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Icon7 Thanks for the info guys!

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Old 2 September 2013, 08:00 AM   #6
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Have it brushed professionally IMHO. It's a $7500 watch. Scothbrite is good for a touch up but for the whole Monty, go with the people with the right tools. I did it for my gmt and it cost $150. I was very pleased with the outcome.
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Old 2 September 2013, 08:55 AM   #7
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Have it brushed professionally IMHO. It's a $7500 watch. Scothbrite is good for a touch up but for the whole Monty, go with the people with the right tools. I did it for my gmt and it cost $150. I was very pleased with the outcome.
Agree. Some ad will do a poor job and it makes a big difference


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Old 2 September 2013, 09:13 AM   #8
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Why didn't you just buy the subc if you wanted an entirely bushed bracelet?
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Old 2 September 2013, 11:42 AM   #9
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Why didn't you just buy the subc if you wanted an entirely bushed bracelet?
Just a guess here, but perhaps it's because they're different watches
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Old 2 September 2013, 02:39 PM   #10
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Why didn't you just buy the subc if you wanted an entirely bushed bracelet?
Im guessing you didnt read the post....he has sub c lol
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Old 2 September 2013, 10:36 AM   #11
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@iazrollie, I have a SubC, just not to keen on swapping out the bracelet. I change my straps on my Panerai's quite often, just not too excited about messing with my rolex's. I did however buy a Bergeon spring bar tool. Haven't recieved it yet.

Love the GMT, the PCL's are just too "blingy" for me. Gonna also try out some NATO straps on it.
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Old 2 September 2013, 11:16 AM   #12
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I've done it with Scothbright myself. No biggie.
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The pcl's look fantastic IMHO.
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Old 2 September 2013, 02:38 PM   #14
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I would NEVER take the pcls off of my GMT. I absolutely love the Polished Sel right next to the brushed lugs. Ahhhhh so sexy. If I want a brushed finish id buy a sub c or older Gmt.

Wierd to see the gmt pcls get so much negative attention but on other SS models like the YM and Daytona its never brought up...
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