Best Way To Clean This Solid Gold Yachtmaster?

[MikeMWatchFan]

What would be the best way to bring this watch back to life? Can it be wiped down and cleaned with a certain solution or does it need a polish to remove all the tarnish/stains and revive its luster? Or is this considered patina and should never been removed?

[JSolution]

I would say it could do with a complete overhaul. Nasty dent in one of the lugs too

[MikeMWatchFan]

Originally Posted by JSolution

I would say it could do with a complete overhaul. Nasty dent in one of the lugs too

Oh wow you’re right. I didn’t even notice that.

What do you think an RSC overhaul would cost on this watch?

[Wahlberg]

Originally Posted by MikeMWatchFan

Oh wow you’re right. I didn’t even notice that.

What do you think an RSC overhaul would cost on this watch?

Isn't this a simple polish job and movement service?

[burnthesehills]

I believe the bezel is platinum.

I agree that only Rolex should do a complete service. I would love to see the outcome.

I believe an RSC would give you an estimate after inspection prior to starting work. It will be expensive so prepare yourself.

[MikeMWatchFan]

Originally Posted by burnthesehills

I believe the bezel is platinum.

I agree that only Rolex should do a complete service. I would love to see the outcome.

I believe an RSC would give you an estimate after inspection prior to starting work. It will be expensive so prepare yourself.

Platinum? With a gold plating?

I’m thinking about buying it and trying to think through what it would cost to refurbish.

[Wahlberg]

Originally Posted by MikeMWatchFan

Platinum? With a gold plating?

I’m thinking about buying it and trying to think through what it would cost to refurbish.

Ask a company like LA Watchworks: https://www.instagram.com/losangeleswatchworks.

[burnthesehills]

Originally Posted by MikeMWatchFan

Platinum? With a gold plating?

I’m thinking about buying it and trying to think through what it would cost to refurbish.

I am probably wrong. I thought Yacht-Masters had platinum bezel inserts, but maybe just on the SS models.

[burnthesehills]

Originally Posted by MikeMWatchFan

Platinum? With a gold plating?

I’m thinking about buying it and trying to think through what it would cost to refurbish.

If you are thinking about buying it, I would say hard pass due to condition and authenticity concerns.

[1665fan]

Originally Posted by burnthesehills

I believe the bezel is platinum.

I agree that only Rolex should do a complete service. I would love to see the outcome.

I believe an RSC would give you an estimate after inspection prior to starting work. It will be expensive so prepare yourself.

Yellow platinum??

[burnthesehills]

Originally Posted by 1665fan

Yellow platinum??

I am color blind to certain colors so can't really tell them apart.

[GoingPlaces]

I think this needs a visit to RSC. Qualified hands only!

[Chambers]

Originally Posted by GoingPlaces

I think this needs a visit to RSC. Qualified hands only!

He's right, qualified hands only!

[russeree]

That's a fake.

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[offrdmania]

Looks like a ladies 69628 to me. Where do you guys see platinum? I see 750 and 18K on the clasp

Some of these comments

[MikeMWatchFan]

Yes, it’s a 69628. Seller is a jewelry in Texas. They are well known and have thousands of transactions selling authentic pre owned Rolexes.

[jets]

Date wheel is every shade of wrong; looks like a rep to me.

[MikeMWatchFan]

Originally Posted by jets

Date wheel is every shade of wrong; looks like a rep to me.

Date wheel color is accurate for a tritium dial of this color.

Here is what it should look like cleaned up

[offrdmania]

Originally Posted by jets

Date wheel is every shade of wrong; looks like a rep to me.

It is exactly how a ladies date wheel looks. I see no problem with the date wheel

[KY..]

The bracelet hallmarks are there and as expected.
I also would expect the ladies date wheel to have the thick fonts like this.
The watch is an authentic ladies 18k YM that has been sitting around for a while from what I see.
Nothing a small visit from a Cape Cod Polishing Cloth can’t help clean up.
If the movement is ok I see a lot of potential others are not seeing in this watch.
Be your own judge but if the price is right I would not have a problem with it.

[MikeMWatchFan]

Originally Posted by KY..

The bracelet hallmarks are there and as expected.
I also would expect the ladies date wheel to have the thick fonts like this.
The watch is an authentic ladies 18k YM that has been sitting around for a while from what I see.
Nothing a small visit from a Cape Cod Polishing Cloth can’t help clean up.
If the movement is ok I see a lot of potential others are not seeing in this watch.
Be your own judge but if the price is right I would not have a problem with it.

Thank you. Agree this could be a stunner if cleaned up

[jets]

Originally Posted by offrdmania

It is exactly how a ladies date wheel looks. I see no problem with the date wheel

Let me wipe the shame from my face...

[daytona_meteorite]

that poor watch...was it hidden under some construction zone? I have tried the nano cleaning wipes and they worked fine for me -im not sure if that would work well for this condition

[EEpro]

Fake watch in my opinion. Buy a polish cloth off amazon and make it shine. You could also try goo gone. Spray on then rinse over and over to try to gently take the tarnish off.

[HogwldFLTR]

Try washing it in dishwashing solution and tooth brush or using some Wristclean on it. Wristclean did wonders on the crap built up on my Pt bezel insert on my YM. I thought it was tarnish and turned out to be grunge.

[Oystersteel92]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Try washing it in dishwashing solution and tooth brush or using some Wristclean on it. Wristclean did wonders on the crap built up on my Pt bezel insert on my YM. I thought it was tarnish and turned out to be grunge.

Concur. As long as the crown appears to screw down snugly and the back is on tight, a soft bristle toothbrush, Dawn dish detergent and warm but not hot water will do wonders for any Rolex. I don't dunk mine, but rather get them wet from a faucet at a gentle half flow, then scrub them gently with the toothbrush, then back under the water to rinse. Then it's onto a microfibre towel and pat dry, then a hair dryer on medium to finish it off and get all the water out of the nooks and crannies. It's flat amazing how good they look after.

Clean my wife's jewelry the same way and have for years.

But, this one looks like it's due for a full service at an RSC. Plan on spending $1000 if nothing needs replaced but it's well worth the $$$ and will come back to you with a 2 year service warranty.

[Chewbacca]

Before polishing or sending in try this old jewellers trick. Aluminum foil, baking soda, salt, and hot water are the supplies you need.

Get salt, baking soda and aluminum foil together to create an ion transfer (a chemical exchange) that naturally helps clean metals.

Mix together 3 tablespoons salt, 3 tbs baking soda, tear foil into small pieces and place in glass bowl. Mix in about a cup of hot (not boiling) water. Place the watch in the bowl for about 10-12 min maximum. Remove and dry with a simple cloth.

Repeat if necessary. This till give you an idea on whether it’s dirt or a reaction to humid storage or body sweat etc.

[MikeMWatchFan]

Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Before polishing or sending in try this old jewellers trick. Aluminum foil, baking soda, salt, and hot water are the supplies you need.

Get salt, baking soda and aluminum foil together to create an ion transfer (a chemical exchange) that naturally helps clean metals.

Mix together 3 tablespoons salt, 3 tbs baking soda, tear foil into small pieces and place in glass bowl. Mix in about a cup of hot (not boiling) water. Place the watch in the bowl for about 10-12 min maximum. Remove and dry with a simple cloth.

Repeat if necessary. This till give you an idea on whether it’s dirt or a reaction to humid storage or body sweat etc.

Interesting. Thank you!

[101031-28]

Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Before polishing or sending in try this old jewellers trick. Aluminum foil, baking soda, salt, and hot water are the supplies you need.

Get salt, baking soda and aluminum foil together to create an ion transfer (a chemical exchange) that naturally helps clean metals.

Mix together 3 tablespoons salt, 3 tbs baking soda, tear foil into small pieces and place in glass bowl. Mix in about a cup of hot (not boiling) water. Place the watch in the bowl for about 10-12 min maximum. Remove and dry with a simple cloth.

Repeat if necessary. This till give you an idea on whether it’s dirt or a reaction to humid storage or body sweat etc.

Nice tip, thank you

[Chewbacca]

Originally Posted by MikeMWatchFan

Interesting. Thank you!

Originally Posted by 101031-28

Nice tip, thank you

You’re welcome.