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tommyjr9 · 10 December 2012, 12:03 AM

ok guys, here is a great idea, I have been doing this for many years. the best way to clean is to get your old & used toothbrush to clean your watch. This is how you do it , get your watch & use very soapy water & use the tooth brush to clean between everything then rinse with water you will be IN SHOCK how great it looks and if you have diamonds it's even better!!! Ready for this if you really want to go all the way then use Windex the same way, you will be in AMAZEMENT how it cleans up. Remember there is lots of dirt between the cracks of your watch . Please let me know how things turned out .

mjclark32 · 10 December 2012, 12:13 AM

I've been using a toothbrush now for a while, does work great

tommyjr9 · 10 December 2012, 12:33 AM

Yes it does Qtip's work well after drying it. It helps with the finishing touch .

chill · 10 December 2012, 12:55 AM

I use a children's soft bristle toothbrush. Works like a charm!

tommyjr9 · 10 December 2012, 12:57 AM

Good idea

GradyPhilpott · 10 December 2012, 01:00 AM

I give the watch a soak in soapy water for about 15 minutes, then give it a good brushing with an old soft toothbrush, rinse and dry.

Does a great job and about once per week does the trick.

Vincent65 · 10 December 2012, 05:22 AM

I've never needed to - doesn't get dirty!

GradyPhilpott · 10 December 2012, 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Vincent65

I've never needed to - doesn't get dirty!

Trust me. If you wear a watch, it gets dirty.

After awhile, dirt, perspiration, dead skin cells, and oils will build up and the longer you wait the more difficult it is to get it all out.

Watchmakers and technicians call this "body cheese."

A little preventive maintenance is a good thing.

nauticajoe · 10 December 2012, 08:08 AM

A kid's soft toothbrush works best for me.

tommyjr9 · 14 December 2012, 08:06 PM

Yes

MonBK · 14 December 2012, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by tommyjr9

ok guys, here is a great idea, I have been doing this for many years. the best way to clean is to get your old & used toothbrush to clean your watch. This is how you do it , get your watch & use very soapy water & use the tooth brush to clean between everything then rinse with water you will be IN SHOCK how great it looks and if you have diamonds it's even better!!! Ready for this if you really want to go all the way then use Windex the same way, you will be in AMAZEMENT how it cleans up. Remember there is lots of dirt between the cracks of your watch . Please let me know how things turned out .

What a great idea, how come nobody thought of this before?

Monte Cristo · 14 December 2012, 08:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

Trust me. If you wear a watch, it gets dirty.

After awhile, dirt, perspiration, dead skin cells, and oils will build up and the longer you wait the more difficult it is to get it all out.

Watchmakers and technicians call this "body cheese."

A little preventive maintenance is a good thing.

But what if you only wear your watch in the shower Grady, does it still get dirty?

Kingair · 14 December 2012, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Monte Cristo

But what if you only wear your watch in the shower Grady, does it still get dirty?

No . . . but your feet will . . . . .

HAGWe

Brushpup · 14 December 2012, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

What a great idea, how come nobody thought of this before?

james1787 · 15 December 2012, 06:17 AM

My Rolex has its very own designated toothbrush. Green, of course. I use a soft bristled brush and with some warm soapy water it looks great after its weekly bath.

GradyPhilpott · 15 December 2012, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Monte Cristo

But what if you only wear your watch in the shower Grady, does it still get dirty?

Only south of the equator, or so I've heard.

threemonkeys · 15 December 2012, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

Watchmakers and technicians call this "body cheese."

I think I threw up a little bit in my mouth.

oneillba · 15 December 2012, 03:07 PM

Really? Keeping your watch clean isn't rocket science...

Gaijin · 15 December 2012, 03:15 PM

SS I get.

Gold too? Doesn't it leave fine scratches when you use a toothbrush? Even a soft one?

T. Ferguson · 15 December 2012, 03:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tommyjr9

ok guys, here is a great idea, I have been doing this for many years. the best way to clean is to get your old & used toothbrush to clean your watch. This is how you do it , get your watch & use very soapy water & use the tooth brush to clean between everything then rinse with water you will be IN SHOCK how great it looks and if you have diamonds it's even better!!! Ready for this if you really want to go all the way then use Windex the same way, you will be in AMAZEMENT how it cleans up. Remember there is lots of dirt between the cracks of your watch . Please let me know how things turned out .

A lot of guys here use a toothbrush but seeing as we're talking about a $10k watch I wouldn't go with an old, used one. Any toothpaste remaining in the brush is abrasive. For the investment you have in the time piece a couple of bucks for a brand new, clean soft bristle children's tooth brush is worth it.

I'm concerned about even a soft bristle brush on gold and TT as well. For my TT I just give it a quick rinse when done wearing it and dirt and gunk never have a chance to build up on it.

Andad · 15 December 2012, 03:44 PM

Toothbrushes are good for teeth IMO.

tommyjr9 · 15 December 2012, 07:48 PM

& cleaning a Rolex also 😜

financeman · 16 December 2012, 03:31 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

What a great idea, how come nobody thought of this before?

You guys are to much.

tommyjr9 · 25 July 2013, 04:05 AM

:)

"Failure is not an option" "there is no plan B " !

Kingair · 25 July 2013, 04:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by financeman

You guys are to much.

Amazing aren't they . . .

HAGOne

Jocke · 25 July 2013, 04:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MonBK

What a great idea, how come nobody thought of this before?

Because.

Jocke · 25 July 2013, 04:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by directioneng

Toothbrushes are good for teeth IMO.

How did you know Eddie?

figbo · 25 July 2013, 04:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Jocke

How did you know Eddie?

He doesn't.

SUBversive · 25 July 2013, 09:15 AM

If you really love your rolex then there should be no talk of "old toothbrushes" around here. Use your current toothbrush. It's like kissing your watch.

East Bay Rider · 25 July 2013, 10:26 AM

Toothbrush - Yes.
I also find a long soak in the pool works wonders.

10 December 2012, 12:03 AM	#1
tommyjr9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: tommy Location: palm beach garden Watch: MASTERPIECE TRIDOR Posts: 73	Rolex & youe toothbrush ! ok guys, here is a great idea, I have been doing this for many years. the best way to clean is to get your old & used toothbrush to clean your watch. This is how you do it , get your watch & use very soapy water & use the tooth brush to clean between everything then rinse with water you will be IN SHOCK how great it looks and if you have diamonds it's even better!!! Ready for this if you really want to go all the way then use Windex the same way, you will be in AMAZEMENT how it cleans up. Remember there is lots of dirt between the cracks of your watch . Please let me know how things turned out .

10 December 2012, 12:13 AM	#2
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	I've been using a toothbrush now for a while, does work great __________________

10 December 2012, 01:00 AM	#6
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	I give the watch a soak in soapy water for about 15 minutes, then give it a good brushing with an old soft toothbrush, rinse and dry. Does a great job and about once per week does the trick. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

15 December 2012, 03:07 PM	#18
oneillba "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Hamilton, MI USA Watch: My beloved TT DJ Posts: 3,831	Really? Keeping your watch clean isn't rocket science... __________________ My Trusty TT DJ

15 December 2012, 03:44 PM	#21
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,534	Toothbrushes are good for teeth IMO. __________________ E

10 December 2012, 12:33 AM	#3
tommyjr9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: tommy Location: palm beach garden Watch: MASTERPIECE TRIDOR Posts: 73	Yes it does Qtip's work well after drying it. It helps with the finishing touch .

10 December 2012, 12:55 AM	#4
chill "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: New York Posts: 149	I use a children's soft bristle toothbrush. Works like a charm!

10 December 2012, 12:57 AM	#5
tommyjr9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: tommy Location: palm beach garden Watch: MASTERPIECE TRIDOR Posts: 73	Good idea

10 December 2012, 05:22 AM	#7
Vincent65 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Switzerland Posts: 14,298	I've never needed to - doesn't get dirty!

10 December 2012, 08:08 AM	#9
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	A kid's soft toothbrush works best for me.

14 December 2012, 08:06 PM	#10
tommyjr9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: tommy Location: palm beach garden Watch: MASTERPIECE TRIDOR Posts: 73	Yes

15 December 2012, 06:17 AM	#15
james1787 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: James Location: New Providence,NJ Watch: Submariner 14060 Posts: 2,371	My Rolex has its very own designated toothbrush. Green, of course. I use a soft bristled brush and with some warm soapy water it looks great after its weekly bath.

15 December 2012, 03:15 PM	#19
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	SS I get. Gold too? Doesn't it leave fine scratches when you use a toothbrush? Even a soft one?

15 December 2012, 07:48 PM	#22
tommyjr9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: tommy Location: palm beach garden Watch: MASTERPIECE TRIDOR Posts: 73	& cleaning a Rolex also 😜

25 July 2013, 04:05 AM	#24
tommyjr9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: tommy Location: palm beach garden Watch: MASTERPIECE TRIDOR Posts: 73	:) "Failure is not an option" "there is no plan B " !

25 July 2013, 09:15 AM	#29
SUBversive Banned Join Date: May 2011 Location: ri Watch: Sun Dial Posts: 14,346	If you really love your rolex then there should be no talk of "old toothbrushes" around here. Use your current toothbrush. It's like kissing your watch.

25 July 2013, 10:26 AM	#30
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,073	Toothbrush - Yes. I also find a long soak in the pool works wonders. __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

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