Package has arrived

[Vinny 1966]

My cape cod and helix cleaning cloths have arrived. So i can have a go at polishing light scratches out on my DJ2. The main one is a light scuff on the lug, Is there anything i should be aware of before i start polishing ?

By the way great forum with lots of help and info

[Old Expat Beast]

Yep, beware that it's easy to spoil the quality/consistency of the polished finished with too much Cape Cod rubbing.

[eswilly]

Yeah, I love the cape cod. Just use it gently and less is more. Show pics before and after??


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[Vinny 1966]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Yep, beware that it's easy to spoil the quality/consistency of the polished finished with too much Cape Cod rubbing.

Will it spoil the polished look of the lug, I thought this polish would shine it up and get rid of light scratches ?

[Racerdj]

I started off slow and took my time. I constantly wipe off to verify I am not over polishing the surface.

[fungo]

Capecod works wonder on polished surface. It rids small scratches very well. Just used it few days ago for the 1st time. Was suprised at how well it works. Just dont go overboard and polish all the time. In the hands of those with OCD, capecod is your worse enemy.

[padi56]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Yep, beware that it's easy to spoil the quality/consistency of the polished finished with too much Cape Cod rubbing.

Have to agree Adam the only time any Rolex needs any sort of polishing is at normal routine service.

[Vinny 1966]

Originally Posted by padi56

Have to agree Adam the only time any Rolex needs any sort of polishing is at normal routine service.

Your putting me off doing it, As i know you know what your talking about

[RichM]

I use them on everything but my watches. Be careful.

[Vinny 1966]

Originally Posted by Rich Mickol

I use them on everything but my watches. Be careful.

Not sure if i should use it now, Is there any good advice on the procedure when using it....Tips ect

[RichM]

Sorry Paul I can't. Every time I did try, it would seem to make the finish look cloudy. i would be left with a lot of fine micro scratches.

Maybe someone who has had better luck will chime in and give you some tips but I can't. They work great on my SS firearms, the wife's silverware, the exhaust tips on the Covette. Just not the watches.

[azguy]

YouTube is always your friend, always

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9MAuvtZzE5s

[fungo]

Follow this thread filled with good instructions, which i did. And it came out super:
http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...light=Cape+cod
Btw, for more precise handling, I cut the cape cod into small, managable pieces and then roll it into cottonbud like shape. Then start rubbing lightly pressing the cloth with tip of thumb against the surface. Soon as you see the pink cloth getting black stain, it means it is working. Stop and rub with microfiber. Check the result. If there is improvement, then repeat until you get the desired result. Key is to make sure you dont over polish by stopping frequently to check the result. Dont over do it, and be patient. It will take a while to make it work perfect. Key is 10% rub with cape cod, 90% rub with microfiber. Hope this helps.

[Vinny 1966]

Used it last night, Took my time and it worked really well. i took the less is more approach the marks on the lug are not visible to the naked eye anymore. Thanks for your advice people.