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chris_nor_cal · 9 September 2007, 03:26 PM

I was reading on the forum about the scotch brite pad and went out and got the heavy duty green one and man, it works so great on SS I can't believe it. takes scratches right out and leave a nice brushed look! alright!

I see people here warning about wearing your watch down as it removes steel with each swipe, but is this a real concern unless you're doing it every day??????

leopardprey · 9 September 2007, 03:42 PM

Maybe that will work to turn polished center links into brushed steel.

astcell · 9 September 2007, 03:45 PM

Use a loofa sponge instead. I have used on in the shower for 40 years and it about doubled my weight in that time. :>

chris_nor_cal · 9 September 2007, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by leopardprey

Maybe that will work to turn polished center links into brushed steel.

i guarantee it like the mens wearhouse

leopardprey · 9 September 2007, 04:01 PM

Will get and try on the spare link first. If works well will try on rest. Thanks for the info!

Davidh · 9 September 2007, 09:48 PM

Here's my take.

A coulpe of honest scratches are a couple of honest scratches.

A ding is a ding.

Scotch pad, brasso, fritz, wire brush, dremel, buff, file, sandpaper, whatever else = a molested watch.

There are awful looking watches out there without making another.

Robb · 9 September 2007, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by leopardprey

Will get and try on the spare link first. If works well will try on rest. Thanks for the info!

Good idea Chad! Let me know how it goes!!!

Tools · 10 September 2007, 01:08 AM

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Originally Posted by chris_nor_cal

I.....
I see people here warning about wearing your watch down as it removes steel with each swipe, but is this a real concern unless you're doing it every day??????

The Scotch Brite pad does move metal around a bit..

But you'll die of exhaustion before you take enough stainless steel off with that nylon pad for it to be noticable.

Now, if you had a TT or solid gold.....A Scotch Brite Pad can go through a gold link in no time at all...

chris_nor_cal · 10 September 2007, 03:07 AM

thanks larry i thought so. hey anybody always scratch the center of the link thats right next to the securing double lock on the clasp. like when it opens it hits it right in the middle. i always scratch that part.

nightlog · 10 September 2007, 03:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Davidh

Here's my take.

A coulpe of honest scratches are a couple of honest scratches.

A ding is a ding.

Scotch pad, brasso, fritz, wire brush, dremel, buff, file, sandpaper, whatever else = a molested watch.

There are awful looking watches out there without making another.

Then I guess a RSC gang-rapes a watch when it gets sent to one.

Arturo · 10 September 2007, 03:31 AM

Remember that post where the guy ruined his bracelet with this. He showed pics...I think it was this forum. He was being a bit OCD trying to fix some little scratch on a relatively new bracelet. Why not let them be and send in to RSC when time comes up?

SPACE-DWELLER · 10 September 2007, 05:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Arturo

Remember that post where the guy ruined his bracelet with this. He showed pics...I think it was this forum. He was being a bit OCD trying to fix some little scratch on a relatively new bracelet. Why not let them be and send in to RSC when time comes up?

I might be wrong, but I think it was Wandy ("Wandyprawira"), but as far as I know, the scratch was on the CASE SIDE and he used the Cape Cod cloth ("Shape Odd" as I call it). It was a Sub Date (SS) and he flipped it for a new one.

SPACE-DWELLER · 10 September 2007, 05:45 AM

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Originally Posted by chris_nor_cal

I was reading on the forum about the scotch brite pad and went out and got the heavy duty green one and man, it works so great on SS I can't believe it. takes scratches right out and leave a nice brushed look! alright!

I see people here warning about wearing your watch down as it removes steel with each swipe, but is this a real concern unless you're doing it every day??????

Yes, I have tried Scotch Brite on the SD I had before the one I have now (on the clasp). Worked pretty nicely, and I didn't use any Dremel tools etc. like some others do. JUST the Scotch Brite making sure that I drag it over the clasp ALONG the satination lines.

BLSampson · 10 September 2007, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by nightlog

Then I guess a RSC gang-rapes a watch when it gets sent to one.

This is hilarious.

My 1675 is currently getting "gang banged" in San Francisco.

nightlog · 10 September 2007, 07:32 AM

My philosophy is, if you have confidence in your abilities and have to proper tools and experience, do whatever you need/want to do in life to get along.

I do most of my maintenance and repair work on my BMW motorcycle and Volvo 850 because I enjoy it and I feel good about saving a lot of money that would be going to a dealer or techician. (That's one reason I can afford my watch.) Most people don't go any further than an oil change with their vehicles - some because they can afford to pay a technician and others because they lack the mechanical abilities.

I've had many Seikos over the years - a few 6309's, a 7548 (which I still have) and a 300m Tuna. If they'd get a scratch that particularly bothered me somewhere, I'd buff it if it was on the polished section or hit it with the Scotchbrite if it was on a brushed stainless section. No big deal.
But if there was an issue that needed addressing inside the watch, like regulation or routine servicing, I'd leave it to a watchmaker. I know my limitations.

cjj14u · 10 September 2007, 07:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spacedweller

I might be wrong, but I think it was Wandy ("Wandyprawira"), but as far as I know, the scratch was on the CASE SIDE and he used the Cape Cod cloth ("Shape Odd" as I call it). It was a Sub Date (SS) and he flipped it for a new one.

The "Cape Cod" cloths will take off ALOT of metal in a very short time.... DO NOT use these on your watches....

SPACE-DWELLER · 10 September 2007, 07:16 PM

Yeah, that is why I call them "Shape Odd" cloths.

In general, my advice is:

DON'T FOOL AROUND WITH YOUR ROLEX WATCHES!

If your Rolex is scratched, leave the scratch alone until the watch gets its first service. The RSC or Rolex-trained at the AD will be able to put the watch back to a (near) factory finish (and if they mess it up, it is not your problem, but theirs, and the would have to set it right).

Davidh · 11 September 2007, 06:08 AM

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Originally Posted by BLSampson

This is hilarious.

My 1675 is currently getting "gang banged" in San Francisco.

There is nothing funny here friend. It is "my take" or to be clear, my opinion.

In my opinon crisp, fresh, shiney Rolex are nice.

As are those used as intended.

On the other hand I do not like to see the edges lost or brushed lugs 'turned in' as so often seen on refinished watches. If you have to ask......

If/when my watch goes to RSC it will be with the instruction 'No case polish' 'No new dial and hands'.

It's what I like!

Arturo · 11 September 2007, 04:56 PM

I agree...those rounded shoulder and lugs reduce the value of the watches as well. Too much need to deal with little scratches that should just be left alone.

SPACE-DWELLER · 11 September 2007, 05:34 PM

Here is a good example of exaggerated case polishing:

Arturo · 11 September 2007, 11:14 PM

Nice shine for the anti scratch crowd...but it ruined the watch case. So leave them alone.

SPACE-DWELLER · 11 September 2007, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Arturo

Nice shine for the anti scratch crowd...but it ruined the watch case. So leave them alone.

I agree!

Cape Cod = SHAPE ODD !

Just WEAR your Rolex and get it PROFESSIONALLY shined up at the next service

mcubed · 12 September 2007, 12:23 AM

Jeez, what do you guys do to these watches that scratches them so badly? I have replaced brakes, done oil changes, etc with my Sub on and it still hasn't picked up any significant markings other than the odd light blemish....

yachtsales · 12 September 2007, 12:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by astcell

Use a loofa sponge instead. I have used on in the shower for 40 years and it about doubled my weight in that time. :>

LOL!!!!!!!!!

9 September 2007, 03:26 PM	#1
chris_nor_cal "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: CA Posts: 688	How much is too much with a Scotch Brite Pad? I was reading on the forum about the scotch brite pad and went out and got the heavy duty green one and man, it works so great on SS I can't believe it. takes scratches right out and leave a nice brushed look! alright! I see people here warning about wearing your watch down as it removes steel with each swipe, but is this a real concern unless you're doing it every day?????? __________________

10 September 2007, 03:07 AM	#9
chris_nor_cal "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: CA Posts: 688	thanks larry i thought so. hey anybody always scratch the center of the link thats right next to the securing double lock on the clasp. like when it opens it hits it right in the middle. i always scratch that part. __________________

10 September 2007, 07:16 PM	#17
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Yeah, that is why I call them "Shape Odd" cloths. In general, my advice is: DON'T FOOL AROUND WITH YOUR ROLEX WATCHES! If your Rolex is scratched, leave the scratch alone until the watch gets its first service. The RSC or Rolex-trained at the AD will be able to put the watch back to a (near) factory finish (and if they mess it up, it is not your problem, but theirs, and the would have to set it right). __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

11 September 2007, 05:34 PM	#20
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Here is a good example of exaggerated case polishing: __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

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9 September 2007, 03:42 PM	#2
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Maybe that will work to turn polished center links into brushed steel.

9 September 2007, 03:45 PM	#3
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	Use a loofa sponge instead. I have used on in the shower for 40 years and it about doubled my weight in that time. :>

9 September 2007, 04:01 PM	#5
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Will get and try on the spare link first. If works well will try on rest. Thanks for the info!

9 September 2007, 09:48 PM	#6
Davidh "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: UK Posts: 13	Here's my take. A coulpe of honest scratches are a couple of honest scratches. A ding is a ding. Scotch pad, brasso, fritz, wire brush, dremel, buff, file, sandpaper, whatever else = a molested watch. There are awful looking watches out there without making another.

10 September 2007, 03:31 AM	#11
Arturo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Arturo Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: Black GMT ll Posts: 1,271	Remember that post where the guy ruined his bracelet with this. He showed pics...I think it was this forum. He was being a bit OCD trying to fix some little scratch on a relatively new bracelet. Why not let them be and send in to RSC when time comes up?

10 September 2007, 07:32 AM	#15
nightlog "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Jim Location: Maryland Watch: Submariner M ser# Posts: 38	My philosophy is, if you have confidence in your abilities and have to proper tools and experience, do whatever you need/want to do in life to get along. I do most of my maintenance and repair work on my BMW motorcycle and Volvo 850 because I enjoy it and I feel good about saving a lot of money that would be going to a dealer or techician. (That's one reason I can afford my watch.) Most people don't go any further than an oil change with their vehicles - some because they can afford to pay a technician and others because they lack the mechanical abilities. I've had many Seikos over the years - a few 6309's, a 7548 (which I still have) and a 300m Tuna. If they'd get a scratch that particularly bothered me somewhere, I'd buff it if it was on the polished section or hit it with the Scotchbrite if it was on a brushed stainless section. No big deal. But if there was an issue that needed addressing inside the watch, like regulation or routine servicing, I'd leave it to a watchmaker. I know my limitations.

11 September 2007, 04:56 PM	#19
Arturo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Arturo Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: Black GMT ll Posts: 1,271	I agree...those rounded shoulder and lugs reduce the value of the watches as well. Too much need to deal with little scratches that should just be left alone.

11 September 2007, 11:14 PM	#21
Arturo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Arturo Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: Black GMT ll Posts: 1,271	Nice shine for the anti scratch crowd...but it ruined the watch case. So leave them alone.

12 September 2007, 12:23 AM	#23
mcubed "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: US Posts: 468	Jeez, what do you guys do to these watches that scratches them so badly? I have replaced brakes, done oil changes, etc with my Sub on and it still hasn't picked up any significant markings other than the odd light blemish....

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