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HoustonRider · 5 December 2008, 10:03 AM

I call the AD I JUST bought my SS Daytona from (like in August) and wanted to get a few light scratches out of it (normal wear/tear kinda things on the clasp, mostly).... I talked to 2 different people at this AD and they told me they wouldn't (no matter what) for 5 years. They said the metal would wear down and "round off the edges" if they did it, and would ONLY do it with a full service.

I called their sister store in Victoria and they said they would take care of it for $100.

I friggin HATE this area.... not a good service for ANY THING within 100 miles of here.. NOTHING.

Ok, done venting for now.... FACK!

Felly Jr. · 5 December 2008, 10:06 AM

At least you got cheap gas!

scottschoe · 5 December 2008, 10:08 AM

Think of it as a favor in disguise....it doesn't sound too safe polishing your watch every few months anyway.

Felly Jr. · 5 December 2008, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by scottschoe

Think of it as a favor in disguise....it doesn't sound too safe polishing your watch every few months anyway.

I have a few hairlines on my GV clasp and I've learned to live with them.

East Bay Rider · 5 December 2008, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by scottschoe

Think of it as a favor in disguise....it doesn't sound too safe polishing your watch every few months anyway.

I agree.

HoustonRider · 5 December 2008, 10:13 AM

I don't wanna polish the crystal, just the SS clasp.... I'm sure you'd have to polish it 40-50 times to wear it down...

My last SS Sub, I polished every year and had it for 18 years... it wasn't a nub when I got rid of it.. lol..

anyway, if I wanna cut it in half, that should be left to me... and I can't find anyone who will do it... just pisses me off..lol

baldyspoon · 5 December 2008, 11:01 AM

Why worry thats what happens when you wear a watch it gets scuffs and scratches all my omegas have got this but it does not bother me just part of wear and tear

tphan · 5 December 2008, 11:04 AM

Why? the scratches will come back regardless.

baldyspoon · 5 December 2008, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by tphan

Why? the scratches will come back regardless.

x2

moby33 · 6 December 2008, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by tphan

Why? the scratches will come back regardless.

That's almost like saying "Why wash your car, it will get dirty again?" or what about "Why brush your teeth?" or "Why vacuum the carpet"...to each his/her own I guess...

moby33 · 6 December 2008, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by baldyspoon

Why worry thats what happens when you wear a watch it gets scuffs and scratches all my omegas have got this but it does not bother me just part of wear and tear

But it bothers him, so it matters. I tend to agree w/ the OP...if he wants to polish his watch every 10 mins then he should have the right. As long as professionals are warning the owner of potential hazards associated with requested service, I don't see why it's such a hassle. Sorry HoustonRider...I feel for ya. Cheers.

Atlanta · 5 December 2008, 11:15 AM

Let it go - scratches reflect the places you have been...

C. Davidson · 5 December 2008, 11:22 AM

I dont worry about my scratches, but thats just me.

Here's what you can do:

Buy lathe
Polishing wheel
Rouge

No need to drive anywhere, you can do it yourself. A few TRFers refinish their own watches with excellent results.
Best of Luck in either event.

builtforspeed · 5 December 2008, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Atlanta

Let it go - scratches reflect the places you have been...

Agree. And think about how cool all those old 5513s, and the like, look. I think the beauty of a Rolex Professional watch is the story it tells about its owner after a few years.

Cheers,

Chris

YM_Guy · 5 December 2008, 11:20 AM

Wouldn't it be great if they made 3M clear protective for Rolex's like they do for cars? I didn't get to put a clear bra on my Vette and now its too late but I've seen others that have and their paint looks brand new. Now if 3M would do the same for watches....

Hmmm, I wonder if Clear, shiny Scotch tape would do the trick?

Just kidding!

Everyone hates scratches but there's no way around it. Just got to get used to it and forget about them.

DWILZEN · 5 December 2008, 11:27 AM

A friend of mine and I are the same way about guitars. Hate to see them get scratched, dinged, ect.....Now we just calls them GOD marks. Just as a reminder that after all these are material items and in the great scheme of things really not that important. Ex... not to put them in a higher category than GOD. Not that we're extremely religous or anything. Just seemed fitting. You will get used to them.

YM_Guy · 5 December 2008, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by DWILZEN

A friend of mine and I are the same way about guitars. Hate to see them get scratched, dinged, ect.....Now we just calls them GOD marks. Just as a reminder that after all these are material items and in the great scheme of things really not that important. Ex... not to put them in a higher category than GOD. Not that we're extremely religous or anything. Just seemed fitting. You will get used to them.

A-men brother!

DWILZEN · 5 December 2008, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by YM_Guy

A-men brother!

And my 2007 C6 as well. you are probably the same way about your Z06. Sweet!!

YM_Guy · 5 December 2008, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by DWILZEN

And my 2007 C6 as well. you are probably the same way about your Z06. Sweet!!

I used to be that way about my Vette which by the way it's a C6 also with Z rims but I've learned NOT to sweat it. It's just a car or in this case, a really nice watch.

ArizonaHD · 7 December 2008, 09:58 AM

[QUOTE=YM_Guy;881816]Wouldn't it be great if they made 3M clear protective for Rolex's like they do for cars? I didn't get to put a clear bra on my Vette and now its too late but I've seen others that have and their paint looks brand new. Now if 3M would do the same for watches....

Hmmm, I wonder if Clear, shiny Scotch tape would do the trick?

QUOTE]

Clear Bra's I won't even go there...

If you want it polished buy a dremel or foredom,felt polish pads and some uma or similar polishing compound, whole setup will cost less than 100 USD

P.S.And yes I know the bra's and clear headlight protectors as well

B. Doggy · 5 December 2008, 11:27 AM

Just urinate a little on the clasp and the scratches will miraculously disappear. Seriously. I'm not joking. Really...

ttannert · 7 December 2008, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by B. Doggy

Just urinate a little on the clasp and the scratches will miraculously disappear. Seriously. I'm not joking. Really...

Remind me not to buy any of your used watches!

Bond,JamesBond · 8 December 2008, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by B. Doggy

Just urinate a little on the clasp and the scratches will miraculously disappear. Seriously. I'm not joking. Really...

Ok, tried this, it DEFINITELY doesn't work, and now my Submariner smells...

mretzloff · 8 December 2008, 02:03 AM

I think most of you are missing the point...The AD should be willing to polish the watch, regardless out the outcomes. If the customer wants it polished, the AD should advise against it, but do as the customer wants. It's his watch; let him to it what he wants to.

BigHat · 8 December 2008, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by mretzloff

I think most of you are missing the point...The AD should be willing to polish the watch, regardless out the outcomes. If the customer wants it polished, the AD should advise against it, but do as the customer wants. It's his watch; let him to it what he wants to.

There have been many folks that request service and then instantly complain about the outcome.
The AD has every right to refuse to perform service he thinks is improper and the customer has every right to take his business elsewhere. Was there really anything else that needed to be said?

MACRAME QUEENS · 5 December 2008, 12:50 PM

They're doing you a favor

onkyo · 5 December 2008, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by MACRAME QUEENS

They're doing you a favor

ditto

Black Knight · 5 December 2008, 01:33 PM

I wouldn't worry about it, anyway 'chicks dig scars'
http://www.champ.org.uk/images/femur2.jpg

mdtddd2007 · 5 December 2008, 02:10 PM

show character...enjoy your watch!

Bisquitlips · 5 December 2008, 02:18 PM

Yeah. Try as hard as you may to avoid them, but those scratches will come right back! A $100.00 is a lot to pay for a one day scratch free watch.

5 December 2008, 10:03 AM	#1
HoustonRider "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 191	AD won't polish my new Daytona? I call the AD I JUST bought my SS Daytona from (like in August) and wanted to get a few light scratches out of it (normal wear/tear kinda things on the clasp, mostly).... I talked to 2 different people at this AD and they told me they wouldn't (no matter what) for 5 years. They said the metal would wear down and "round off the edges" if they did it, and would ONLY do it with a full service. I called their sister store in Victoria and they said they would take care of it for $100. I friggin HATE this area.... not a good service for ANY THING within 100 miles of here.. NOTHING. Ok, done venting for now.... FACK! __________________ V GMTII Ceramic Z SS Submariner Date M SS Daytona Black dial M Platinum Yachtmaster

5 December 2008, 10:08 AM	#3
scottschoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: CA Posts: 3,295	Think of it as a favor in disguise....it doesn't sound too safe polishing your watch every few months anyway. __________________ __________________

5 December 2008, 10:13 AM	#6
HoustonRider "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 191	I don't wanna polish the crystal, just the SS clasp.... I'm sure you'd have to polish it 40-50 times to wear it down... My last SS Sub, I polished every year and had it for 18 years... it wasn't a nub when I got rid of it.. lol.. anyway, if I wanna cut it in half, that should be left to me... and I can't find anyone who will do it... just pisses me off..lol __________________ V GMTII Ceramic Z SS Submariner Date M SS Daytona Black dial M Platinum Yachtmaster

5 December 2008, 11:15 AM	#12
Atlanta "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Jack Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: 126619LB & 114270 Posts: 767	Let it go - scratches reflect the places you have been... __________________ Member# 14554

5 December 2008, 11:22 AM	#13
C. Davidson "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: WXSW Watch: GMT (116710) Posts: 2,723	I dont worry about my scratches, but thats just me. Here's what you can do: Buy lathe Polishing wheel Rouge No need to drive anywhere, you can do it yourself. A few TRFers refinish their own watches with excellent results. Best of Luck in either event. __________________ -Cheers, Chris #15,634 "The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge; the ears of the wise seek it out."

5 December 2008, 10:06 AM	#2
Felly Jr. "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Felly Location: Washington State Watch: SS Daytona/GV Posts: 2,998	At least you got cheap gas!

5 December 2008, 11:01 AM	#7
baldyspoon "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: uk Watch: Rolex 114060 Posts: 725	Why worry thats what happens when you wear a watch it gets scuffs and scratches all my omegas have got this but it does not bother me just part of wear and tear

5 December 2008, 11:04 AM	#8
tphan "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 831	Why? the scratches will come back regardless.

5 December 2008, 11:20 AM	#15
YM_Guy Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Frank Location: Miami, Florida Watch: SS/PL Yachtmaster Posts: 65	Wouldn't it be great if they made 3M clear protective for Rolex's like they do for cars? I didn't get to put a clear bra on my Vette and now its too late but I've seen others that have and their paint looks brand new. Now if 3M would do the same for watches.... Hmmm, I wonder if Clear, shiny Scotch tape would do the trick? Just kidding! Everyone hates scratches but there's no way around it. Just got to get used to it and forget about them.

5 December 2008, 11:27 AM	#16
DWILZEN Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Real Name: Dan Location: CINCINNATI OHIO Watch: Daytona/GMTII-C Posts: 117	A friend of mine and I are the same way about guitars. Hate to see them get scratched, dinged, ect.....Now we just calls them GOD marks. Just as a reminder that after all these are material items and in the great scheme of things really not that important. Ex... not to put them in a higher category than GOD. Not that we're extremely religous or anything. Just seemed fitting. You will get used to them.

7 December 2008, 09:58 AM	#20
ArizonaHD "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 472	[QUOTE=YM_Guy;881816]Wouldn't it be great if they made 3M clear protective for Rolex's like they do for cars? I didn't get to put a clear bra on my Vette and now its too late but I've seen others that have and their paint looks brand new. Now if 3M would do the same for watches.... Hmmm, I wonder if Clear, shiny Scotch tape would do the trick? QUOTE] Clear Bra's I won't even go there... If you want it polished buy a dremel or foredom,felt polish pads and some uma or similar polishing compound, whole setup will cost less than 100 USD P.S.And yes I know the bra's and clear headlight protectors as well

5 December 2008, 11:27 AM	#21
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Just urinate a little on the clasp and the scratches will miraculously disappear. Seriously. I'm not joking. Really...

8 December 2008, 02:03 AM	#24
mretzloff "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: USA Watch: Submariner Date Posts: 822	I think most of you are missing the point...The AD should be willing to polish the watch, regardless out the outcomes. If the customer wants it polished, the AD should advise against it, but do as the customer wants. It's his watch; let him to it what he wants to. __________________ "M" 16610 Submariner "M" 16570w Explorer II

5 December 2008, 12:50 PM	#26
MACRAME QUEENS Banned Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: US Posts: 255	They're doing you a favor

5 December 2008, 01:33 PM	#28
Black Knight Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Vegas Watch: GMT ll, A (Coke) Z Posts: 89	I wouldn't worry about it, anyway 'chicks dig scars' http://www.champ.org.uk/images/femur2.jpg

5 December 2008, 02:10 PM	#29
mdtddd2007 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: U.S Watch: Rolex, PP, AP, GS Posts: 5,785	show character...enjoy your watch!

5 December 2008, 02:18 PM	#30
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,521	Yeah. Try as hard as you may to avoid them, but those scratches will come right back! A $100.00 is a lot to pay for a one day scratch free watch. __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

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