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Carrera_2 · 28 April 2018, 12:30 AM

Should keeping it that way as it witnessed history in life or have it polished ?

beshannon · 28 April 2018, 12:32 AM

Are you happy that you wore your watch?

Part of life's experience.

037 · 28 April 2018, 12:33 AM

Leave it alone. Dive with it more often so your first scratch has some friends.

~JJ · 28 April 2018, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Carrera_2

Should keeping it that way as it witnessed history in life or have it polished ?

A pic would help.

padi56 · 28 April 2018, 12:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Carrera_2

Should keeping it that way as it witnessed history in life or have it polished ?

No matter when wearing whether diving or desk diving watches will get scratched that's a fact of wearing. And no matter the scratch the only time any Rolex needs any sort of polishing is at normal routine service 5-8 years.

Amileon · 28 April 2018, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

No matter when wearing whether diving or desk diving watches will get scratched that's a fact of wearing. And no matter the scratch the only time any Rolex needs any sort of polishing is at normal routine service 5-8 years.

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joli160 · 28 April 2018, 12:46 AM

It's patina, let it be

c41006 · 28 April 2018, 01:03 AM

Leave the scratch... there will be many more to come

liuk3 · 28 April 2018, 01:04 AM

Scratches are a part of its history with you.

RollieRoll · 28 April 2018, 01:04 AM

It's fine. It's going to happen

Finslayer83 · 28 April 2018, 01:07 AM

Wear the damn thing.

It's a tool - despite the fact its a really expensive tool - wear it proudly. A coworker has a 5513 that has been serviced 2-3x and never polished (by request), the wear and "love marks" of constant wear since the 80's makes it look amazing.

I asked why he didn't get it polished - "we carry our scars for life, they tell our story"

dr35mm · 28 April 2018, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Finslayer83

Wear the damn thing.

It's a tool - despite the fact its a really expensive tool - wear it proudly. A coworker has a 5513 that has been serviced 2-3x and never polished (by request), the wear and "love marks" of constant wear since the 80's makes it look amazing.

I asked why he didn't get it polished - "we carry our scars for life, they tell our story"

This is pure wisdom.

The Libertine · 28 April 2018, 01:19 AM

Scratches are an inevitable aspect of ownership. Give it a week, and you’ll forget the scratch is even there.

dmash · 28 April 2018, 01:23 AM

I feel sorry for your bank account if you want to get a polish every time a scratch occurs.

westsiderkg · 28 April 2018, 01:26 AM

yes let it go you'll drive yourself nuts over time!

enjoythemusic · 28 April 2018, 01:40 AM

Just one scratch? Congrats, you're now starting down a glorious road filled with fun.

Enjoy your time :)

Brian Page · 28 April 2018, 01:45 AM

I applaud you for taking it to the water, not a lot of folks do... If you got out of that dive with only one scratch that could be a record! I'm a diver and I make a decision when I get a new one - either it's going in the drink or it's not... Fact is, you're gonna get scratches either way, but diving - it's unavoidable. If you want to minimize some of the hazards a good trick is to pull your wetsuit cuff over it when you are bouncing around the boat lugging gear, I think you'll find this is when most of the damage occurs... Now, get back in the water with that thing! :)

MinMay · 28 April 2018, 01:46 AM

I say polish it. A mint condition look is always better with scratch galore

Brian Page · 28 April 2018, 01:48 AM

After awhile you won't know which was the first...

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liuk3 · 28 April 2018, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Brian Page

I applaud you for taking it to the water, not a lot of folks do... If you got out of that dive with only one scratch that could be a record! I'm a diver and I make a decision when I get a new one - either it's going in the drink or it's not... Fact is, you're gonna get scratches either way, but diving - it's unavoidable. If you want to minimize some of the hazards a good trick is to pull your wetsuit cuff over it when you are bouncing around the boat lugging gear, I think you'll find this is when most of the damage occurs... Now, get back in the water with that thing! :)

Good tip. My scratches didn't come from the in-water part of diving. It came from bouncing and banging around the boat. LOL.

T01 · 28 April 2018, 01:49 AM

Don't sweat scratches. After RSC it'll look new.

a_watch · 28 April 2018, 02:03 AM

I would keep it. But, still when it goes for maintenance, I would ask for a polish

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drfaulkner · 28 April 2018, 03:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brian Page

I applaud you for taking it to the water, not a lot of folks do... If you got out of that dive with only one scratch that could be a record! I'm a diver and I make a decision when I get a new one - either it's going in the drink or it's not... Fact is, you're gonna get scratches either way, but diving - it's unavoidable. If you want to minimize some of the hazards a good trick is to pull your wetsuit cuff over it when you are bouncing around the boat lugging gear, I think you'll find this is when most of the damage occurs... Now, get back in the water with that thing! :)

Rashid.bk · 28 April 2018, 05:16 AM

Awesome to hear someone actually use their watch for diving. Now polish it...every time you get a scratch or scrape the clasp on a desk, you should send it in. While your at it, have it serviced. I would do this as often as possible and needed. If I were you I would move near your closest RSC to make this process easier. Just think, your watch will look brand spanking new every time.

I would use a micron telescope to really analyze the scratches or swirls, that way you'll get a great macro perspective. You'd be surprised how soft 904L is, so it's important to stay atop of this. Remember, if there's one scratch, there's probably two, so send it in immediately for polishing and full servicing.
Good luck.

Leave that bad boy alone.

ChopperIW40 · 28 April 2018, 07:22 AM

You can always polish the scratches off but I’d leave them. Gives the piece personality.

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28 April 2018, 12:30 AM	#1
Carrera_2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: London, UK Watch: 116710LN Posts: 114	Take a watch out for a dive and it’s scratched. Should keeping it that way as it witnessed history in life or have it polished ?

28 April 2018, 12:32 AM	#2
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	Are you happy that you wore your watch? Part of life's experience. __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

28 April 2018, 12:46 AM	#7
joli160 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,763	It's patina, let it be __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

28 April 2018, 01:04 AM	#9
liuk3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 3,354	Scratches are a part of its history with you. __________________ "Appreciate your life!"

28 April 2018, 01:40 AM	#16
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,202	Just one scratch? Congrats, you're now starting down a glorious road filled with fun. Enjoy your time :) __________________ __________________ ----> Was Great Seeing Everyone At The TRF December 9 Tampa Meetup <---- https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=968133 Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

28 April 2018, 12:33 AM	#3
037 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: USA Posts: 6,173	Leave it alone. Dive with it more often so your first scratch has some friends.

28 April 2018, 01:03 AM	#8
c41006 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Joshua Location: Atlanta Watch: Pelagos Posts: 7,933	Leave the scratch... there will be many more to come

28 April 2018, 01:04 AM	#10
RollieRoll Banned Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: US Posts: 658	It's fine. It's going to happen

28 April 2018, 01:07 AM	#11
Finslayer83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Tennessee Watch: DW-5600 Posts: 1,584	Wear the damn thing. It's a tool - despite the fact its a really expensive tool - wear it proudly. A coworker has a 5513 that has been serviced 2-3x and never polished (by request), the wear and "love marks" of constant wear since the 80's makes it look amazing. I asked why he didn't get it polished - "we carry our scars for life, they tell our story"

28 April 2018, 01:19 AM	#13
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	Scratches are an inevitable aspect of ownership. Give it a week, and you’ll forget the scratch is even there.

28 April 2018, 01:23 AM	#14
dmash Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA <> BKK Posts: 6,160	I feel sorry for your bank account if you want to get a polish every time a scratch occurs.

28 April 2018, 01:26 AM	#15
westsiderkg "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Pittsburgh Dad Location: Pittsburgh, PA Watch: '66 Submariner Posts: 1,121	yes let it go you'll drive yourself nuts over time!

28 April 2018, 01:45 AM	#17
Brian Page "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: USA Posts: 6,625	I applaud you for taking it to the water, not a lot of folks do... If you got out of that dive with only one scratch that could be a record! I'm a diver and I make a decision when I get a new one - either it's going in the drink or it's not... Fact is, you're gonna get scratches either way, but diving - it's unavoidable. If you want to minimize some of the hazards a good trick is to pull your wetsuit cuff over it when you are bouncing around the boat lugging gear, I think you'll find this is when most of the damage occurs... Now, get back in the water with that thing! :)

28 April 2018, 01:46 AM	#18
MinMay Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: United States Posts: 2,410	I say polish it. A mint condition look is always better with scratch galore

28 April 2018, 01:48 AM	#19
Brian Page "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: USA Posts: 6,625	After awhile you won't know which was the first... Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk

28 April 2018, 01:49 AM	#21
T01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: T Location: AZ, NV, CA Posts: 6,490	Don't sweat scratches. After RSC it'll look new.

28 April 2018, 02:03 AM	#22
a_watch "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Canada Posts: 71	I would keep it. But, still when it goes for maintenance, I would ask for a polish Sent from my LG-H812 using Tapatalk

28 April 2018, 05:16 AM	#24
Rashid.bk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: 12800ft = 3900m Posts: 11,173	Awesome to hear someone actually use their watch for diving. Now polish it...every time you get a scratch or scrape the clasp on a desk, you should send it in. While your at it, have it serviced. I would do this as often as possible and needed. If I were you I would move near your closest RSC to make this process easier. Just think, your watch will look brand spanking new every time. I would use a micron telescope to really analyze the scratches or swirls, that way you'll get a great macro perspective. You'd be surprised how soft 904L is, so it's important to stay atop of this. Remember, if there's one scratch, there's probably two, so send it in immediately for polishing and full servicing. Good luck. Leave that bad boy alone.

28 April 2018, 07:22 AM	#25
ChopperIW40 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: New York Posts: 13	You can always polish the scratches off but I’d leave them. Gives the piece personality. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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