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TopNotchChach · 2 July 2011, 02:54 AM

Just scratched the bezel on my sub c!
;(

Loading luggage yesterday and felt my watch glide across a seam from the luggage. I looked at the sub and noticed a mark. Didn't rub off but didnt feel deep either. Here is the only pic.
Any ideas on what to do? Help!
Thanks :/

A.J.R. · 2 July 2011, 02:58 AM

Chicks dig scars.

I would imagine that a AD can buff the scratch out?

SkyKing31 · 2 July 2011, 02:58 AM

Battle Scar .. I guess you can always take it to the AD if it really bothers you

Megalobyte · 2 July 2011, 03:06 AM

Id think it's more likely residue from whatever hit the bezel. I'd be surprised if it didn't disappear with proper cleaning/buffing. Maybe try flitz or a cape cod cloth, or even rubbing alcohol.

Ceramic is really too hard to be scratched by any type of metal.

00Seven · 2 July 2011, 03:20 AM

I would try hitting it with a little polywatch polish. I bet it's something that scratched OFF on the bezel itself instead of the bezel actually being scratched.

Time2time · 2 July 2011, 03:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Megalobyte

Id think it's more likely residue from whatever hit the bezel. I'd be surprised if it didn't disappear with proper cleaning/buffing. Maybe try flitz or a cape cod cloth, or even rubbing alcohol.

Ceramic is really too hard to be scratched by any type of metal.

X2

tomchicago · 2 July 2011, 03:21 AM

this is on the ceramic!!??

Quote:

Originally Posted by TopNotchChach

Just scratched the bezel on my sub c!
;(

Loading luggage yesterday and felt my watch glide across a seam from the luggage. I looked at the sub and noticed a mark. Didn't rub off but didnt feel deep either. Here is the only pic.
Any ideas on what to do? Help!
Thanks :/

2th Dr · 2 July 2011, 03:21 AM

I think that's just a superficial blemish. I seriously don't think a seam from you luggage could scratch the ceramic. Should come off with some soap and watch and a little elbow grease.

dddrees · 2 July 2011, 03:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2th DR

I think that's just a superficial blemish. I seriously don't think a seam from you luggage could scratch the ceramic. Should come off with some soap and watch and a little elbow grease.

X2

Based on the description you are giving in your post and what I am seeing here I would agree. I don't think I would try any of the remedies in regards to cape cod or any other abrasives on the Ceramic Bezel. I would try a bit of water and elbow grease as mentioned here.

mjclark32 · 2 July 2011, 03:43 AM

Wax on, wax off. Mr. Miagi style. After seeing the Rolex ads touting the ceramic bezels as virtually indestructable I doubt luggage was able to scratch it.

mrbill2mrbill2 · 2 July 2011, 03:54 AM

Without seeing it first hand I agree with what has been stated. With the toughness of ceramic it must be a deposit on the ceramic. Elbow grease and soap should remove.

At least, for you, I hope so!

RolexPete32 · 2 July 2011, 04:04 AM

Let us know how it works out. As many other have said. I as well find it hard to imagine it is scratched

R.G · 2 July 2011, 04:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by megalobyte

id think it's more likely residue from whatever hit the bezel. I'd be surprised if it didn't disappear with proper cleaning/buffing. Maybe try flitz or a cape cod cloth, or even rubbing alcohol.

Ceramic is really too hard to be scratched by any type of metal.

x2

rabbithole88 · 2 July 2011, 04:36 AM

I had a similar mark on my sub c bezel. It was a melted plastic deposit from something I must've banged the watch against. A soft cloth and slot of elbow grease and it came off.

tkc324 · 2 July 2011, 04:41 AM

Sorry to see this... i am very curious to see if it indeed is a scratch. Good luck with polishing it off and post another photo when you do.

TopNotchChach · 2 July 2011, 04:58 AM

Thanks everyone for providing suggestions. you made it a happy friday for me.

ill try your suggestions out this weekend and report back.

gwozhog · 2 July 2011, 05:07 AM

Lions and Tigers and Bears OHNO! A scratced C bezel. I hope it comes out.

mfer · 2 July 2011, 05:10 AM

Like most here, I'm thinking it is burnt plastic residue from your luggage and not a scratch. Just use a cloth and some elbow grease. I would be REALLY surprised if it was a scratch on the ceramic bezel.

ArcticMoose · 2 July 2011, 05:56 AM

Considering what I've put my Sub-C through without getting a single mark on the bezel insert, I very much agree with everyone else here, you don't have any damage.

Traveler · 2 July 2011, 01:07 PM

Cape cod cloth is a bad idea.

exxondus · 2 July 2011, 04:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ArcticMoose

Considering what I've put my Sub-C through without getting a single mark on the bezel insert, I very much agree with everyone else here, you don't have any damage.

oh my!! that is what I call a tool watch!!

rms · 2 July 2011, 09:21 PM

Hi,

A few weeks ago I put a huge scratch on the black ceramic bezel of my PAM292. Scratches happen but this one was really ugly. It turned out not to be scratched at all. I had hit the watch on an aluminum frame and it was just a mark that I was able to clean off with a lot elbow grease. Check your scratch with a loup; perhaps it is not a scratch after all.

Casey VP-26 · 2 July 2011, 10:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TopNotchChach

Thanks everyone for providing suggestions. you made it a happy friday for me.

ill try your suggestions out this weekend and report back.

From what you have described I don't believe it is a scratch, at least I hope not. Waiting your Report. Good Luck.

z32turbo · 2 July 2011, 10:49 PM

I agree with most others and should come out with a little work. Let us know how it turns out.

wokafu · 2 July 2011, 11:07 PM

so much of a 'scratch proof' bazel.... i feel your pain...but i do agree with the battle scar idea...

Hooper · 3 July 2011, 12:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TopNotchChach

Just scratched the bezel on my sub c!
;(

Loading luggage yesterday and felt my watch glide across a seam from the luggage. I looked at the sub and noticed a mark. Didn't rub off but didnt feel deep either. Here is the only pic.
Any ideas on what to do? Help!
Thanks :/

I thought the new bezels were supposed to be scratch resistant

wolfwinter · 3 July 2011, 12:14 AM

Try Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Original, it doesn't scratch anything, is self sacrificing and gets a lot of though stuff off you thought you could never remove.

padi56 · 3 July 2011, 03:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hooper

I thought the new bezels were supposed to be scratch resistant

Scratch resistant yes but like sapphire crystal hit it hard enough it will scratch and chip.

Onikage · 3 July 2011, 05:12 AM

A...seam...from... ...luggage?

jrssv · 3 July 2011, 07:08 AM

I thought I had a scratch on the bezel of my GMC IIC. A little dishwasher detergent and water took it right off.

2 July 2011, 02:54 AM	#1
TopNotchChach "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Near the Ocean! Watch: 116610 Posts: 1,306	Scratched sub c bezel. Any advice? Just scratched the bezel on my sub c! ;( Loading luggage yesterday and felt my watch glide across a seam from the luggage. I looked at the sub and noticed a mark. Didn't rub off but didnt feel deep either. Here is the only pic. Any ideas on what to do? Help! Thanks :/ Attached Images

2 July 2011, 03:43 AM	#10
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Wax on, wax off. Mr. Miagi style. After seeing the Rolex ads touting the ceramic bezels as virtually indestructable I doubt luggage was able to scratch it. __________________

2 July 2011, 03:54 AM	#11
mrbill2mrbill2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Mr. Bill Location: South Florida Watch: 16610 Posts: 6,148	Without seeing it first hand I agree with what has been stated. With the toughness of ceramic it must be a deposit on the ceramic. Elbow grease and soap should remove. At least, for you, I hope so! __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of the Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons - ID # 13

2 July 2011, 05:10 AM	#18
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	Like most here, I'm thinking it is burnt plastic residue from your luggage and not a scratch. Just use a cloth and some elbow grease. I would be REALLY surprised if it was a scratch on the ceramic bezel. __________________ member#3242

2 July 2011, 09:21 PM	#22
rms "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Richard Location: Europe Watch: The one I have on Posts: 273	Maybe not scratched Hi, A few weeks ago I put a huge scratch on the black ceramic bezel of my PAM292. Scratches happen but this one was really ugly. It turned out not to be scratched at all. I had hit the watch on an aluminum frame and it was just a mark that I was able to clean off with a lot elbow grease. Check your scratch with a loup; perhaps it is not a scratch after all. __________________ 14060M - 16610 - 16710 - 16234 - 16570(x2) - 116400GV - IW323300 - PAM292 - SKX779K

2 July 2011, 02:58 AM	#2
A.J.R. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: AJ Location: Oregon Watch: SUBC, DJII Posts: 1,827	Chicks dig scars. I would imagine that a AD can buff the scratch out?

2 July 2011, 02:58 AM	#3
SkyKing31 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Manalapan Florida Watch: Tridor Masterpiece Posts: 2,819	Battle Scar .. I guess you can always take it to the AD if it really bothers you

2 July 2011, 03:06 AM	#4
Megalobyte "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Ari Location: Florida Watch: ...me go broke Posts: 2,428	Id think it's more likely residue from whatever hit the bezel. I'd be surprised if it didn't disappear with proper cleaning/buffing. Maybe try flitz or a cape cod cloth, or even rubbing alcohol. Ceramic is really too hard to be scratched by any type of metal.

2 July 2011, 03:20 AM	#5
00Seven "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Nick Location: Kennesaw, GA Watch: Omega Posts: 825	I would try hitting it with a little polywatch polish. I bet it's something that scratched OFF on the bezel itself instead of the bezel actually being scratched.

2 July 2011, 03:21 AM	#8
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	I think that's just a superficial blemish. I seriously don't think a seam from you luggage could scratch the ceramic. Should come off with some soap and watch and a little elbow grease.

2 July 2011, 04:04 AM	#12
RolexPete32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Peter Location: Canada Watch: You know... Rolex Posts: 1,520	Let us know how it works out. As many other have said. I as well find it hard to imagine it is scratched

2 July 2011, 04:36 AM	#14
rabbithole88 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: SF & HK Watch: Submariner 116610v Posts: 258	I had a similar mark on my sub c bezel. It was a melted plastic deposit from something I must've banged the watch against. A soft cloth and slot of elbow grease and it came off.

2 July 2011, 04:41 AM	#15
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	Sorry to see this... i am very curious to see if it indeed is a scratch. Good luck with polishing it off and post another photo when you do.

2 July 2011, 04:58 AM	#16
TopNotchChach "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Near the Ocean! Watch: 116610 Posts: 1,306	Thanks everyone for providing suggestions. you made it a happy friday for me. ill try your suggestions out this weekend and report back.

2 July 2011, 05:07 AM	#17
gwozhog "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Point Blank, TX Posts: 2,894	Lions and Tigers and Bears OHNO! A scratced C bezel. I hope it comes out.

2 July 2011, 05:56 AM	#19
ArcticMoose "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: The Sea Posts: 1,894	Considering what I've put my Sub-C through without getting a single mark on the bezel insert, I very much agree with everyone else here, you don't have any damage.

2 July 2011, 01:07 PM	#20
Traveler Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 374	Cape cod cloth is a bad idea.

2 July 2011, 10:49 PM	#24
z32turbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sea Level Watch: Varies Posts: 6,877	I agree with most others and should come out with a little work. Let us know how it turns out. __________________ Instagram @z32turbo

2 July 2011, 11:07 PM	#25
wokafu "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Malaysia Watch: SM300+14060M Posts: 2,012	so much of a 'scratch proof' bazel.... i feel your pain...but i do agree with the battle scar idea...

3 July 2011, 12:14 AM	#27
wolfwinter Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Carolina Watch: GMTII-C Posts: 52	Try Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Original, it doesn't scratch anything, is self sacrificing and gets a lot of though stuff off you thought you could never remove.

3 July 2011, 05:12 AM	#29
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	A...seam...from... ...luggage? __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

3 July 2011, 07:08 AM	#30
jrssv Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 386	I thought I had a scratch on the bezel of my GMC IIC. A little dishwasher detergent and water took it right off.

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