Are micro-scratches inevitable? (118238)

[kieselguhr]

Originally Posted by dba

I just could not imagine wearing a watch with protective stickers on it.

Agreed friend. Application sounds time consuming and I would not want dirt and microbes being trapped between the protective stickers and the watch.

[SudiYunus]

Originally Posted by DG123

Don't look too close or get a protective cover.

LoL

[danwang0520]

There will be scratches once you wear your watch regardless how careful you are......unless you put it in the safe.....so get used to it

[Did]

Originally Posted by kieselguhr

Agreed friend. Application sounds time consuming and I would not want dirt and microbes being trapped between the protective stickers and the watch.

Time consuming : for sure.
Dirt and microbes ? Absolutely no issue with this. I use a « clear protect » dedicated to bikes and nothing can go btw the sticker and the watch...and it is invisible.

[TempoKing]

Originally Posted by jgottsman11

I got a mint 118238 this past Monday, and have worn it every day since then and plan to wear it indefinitely. I've noticed some micro-scratches come about on the polished part of the links. I have done everything I can to keep it free of scratches, I'm still noticing some micro scratches on those center polished links? I'm incredibly OCD about keeping this thing minty mint and I'm the same way with my boutique guitars. Should I just get used to those scratches since I know I shouldn't be polishing this thing often?

Unless you store the day-date.... it will collect scratches
...even breathing on the darn thing you will see scratches.

[rhart]

Isn't a vintage Rolex like a vintage Porsche ? Patina only ads to the beauty

[1William]

Wear your watch and enjoy it. Forget about the wear and tear.

[THC]

If bought used, the micro scratches may have all been there already... just saying...

I wear a DD daily and is my only watch. Step away from the loupe... free your mind and the rest will follow

[abozz]

The stainless steel, gold or platinum that are the materials that Rolex uses to make its watches are not scratch resistant, whether it is a ring, bracelet, watch, that uses those materials will inevitably be scratched.

Rolex uses stainless steel for being resistant in time and anti-corrosive, suitable material for adventurers and athletes on land and sea and gold or platinum because it is a symbol of luxury.

There are watchmakers such as Seiko, Omega, AP, Rado, Movado, which have manufactured ceramic cases and brazalets that have the same effect as Rolex bezels, they are anti-scratch, however, be careful that these cases, like Rolex bezels, do not break.

There has been no anti-scratch material such as ceramic that is popular such as steel or gold, meaning for most buyers the reliability of the material is more important than its ability to resist scratches.

[Xenon]

The brushed SS Sub bracelet does not show these scratches even when you clean it with a toothbrush.

[sangamo]

I think microscratches are just a regular part of a watches life. If you want to avoid scratches you avoid wearing it but then are you really enjoying your watch?

[Bigblu10]

Originally Posted by jgottsman11

Thank you all. This makes me feel better.

Any solid gold watch will get them no matter what you do. Just accept that fact and enjoy wearing gold. There is nothing like it, IMO

[rodo]

Just wear it. 118238 hides scratches well, I wear mine like any other watch

[Meyrin]

Yes, "micro scratches" are inevitable, particularly on the clasp. A Rolex, like any other watch, is made to be worn and enjoyed. Do your best to ignore these scratches that are going to appear no matter what you do! Don't spoil the enjoyment of owning such a lovely watch by worrying about them!

[Gerardus]

Originally Posted by rodo

Just wear it. 118238 hides scratches well, I wear mine like any other watch

X2

[SearChart]

Gold scratches.

[Bosbevok]

These posts are so funny.


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[campfire]

Just wear it and enjoy it. Can't avoid the scratches.

All the best.

[RollingInTheDeep]

Originally Posted by chicagowatchman

Only wear your watch with shorts sleeves

This was too funny not to bump.