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hsung · 26 September 2008, 09:41 AM

Hello,

My TT bracelet has been collecting dirt on the inside. I have got an old camera and close up shots are not very focused - sorry.

Anyway, I have been using shower gel and a soft tooth brush to clean it, but shades of black remain. When I look closer, there appears to be brushed groves and scratches on this particular link and on another link. Both links meet the end of the clasp when closed, hence I believe is the cause for the scratches or agitation.

Apart from using an ultra sound cleaner which I know some in this forum have, what is the next best thing to clean this dirt marks?

SLS · 26 September 2008, 09:48 AM

Spray a little scrubbing bubbles on it, see if that works. Just try not to get any on the crown. Personally, I would the bracelet off and give it a good cleaning.
~Scott

C. Davidson · 26 September 2008, 09:53 AM

The back of that one link looks like its being polished by the clasp in the closed position.

To get it extra clean, take it to a jeweler. They often have a high powered steamer that really gets the dirt out.

springer · 26 September 2008, 10:29 AM

Hello,

"My TT bracelet has been collecting dirt on the inside. I have got an old camera and close up shots are not very focused - sorry."

I'm glad you asked. here is the process I use and it seems to work for me:

I use kerosene on mine mostly, and while cleaning I find the secondary effect of getting high quite pleasant.

If I'm all ready high before I start the cleaning process, I usually soak the GMT in a can of Budweiser and shake it vigorously to get those "scrubbin' bubbles" agitated just right.

Either way, both the watch and I have a real fine time before it's all over with.

hsung · 26 September 2008, 10:52 PM

I found something that cleaned off the dirt. This can remove sh*t yet is gentle on soft skin ...

I figured if it's good enough for my son ... it good enough for the Rolex which he will inherit one day

Irish Dan · 26 September 2008, 11:04 PM

IMO you should wear the watch on your wrist
instead of in your pocket.

Bisquitlips · 26 September 2008, 11:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C. Davidson

The back of that one link looks like its being polished by the clasp in the closed position.

To get it extra clean, take it to a jeweler. They often have a high powered steamer that really gets the dirt out.

If you need steam and have a cappuccino machine you can use the milk steamer to clean your watch band. Works like a charm!

cwru32 · 26 September 2008, 11:21 PM

try beer or buy alcohol from drug store...organic solvent in place of kerosene!

seantk · 26 September 2008, 11:24 PM

I would use a non-toxic, biodegradable, environmentally safe cleaner such as Simple Green.

Sean

26 September 2008, 09:41 AM	#1
hsung Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Melbourne Watch: Daytona Posts: 288	Removing stubborn dirt marks on TT bracelet Hello, My TT bracelet has been collecting dirt on the inside. I have got an old camera and close up shots are not very focused - sorry. Anyway, I have been using shower gel and a soft tooth brush to clean it, but shades of black remain. When I look closer, there appears to be brushed groves and scratches on this particular link and on another link. Both links meet the end of the clasp when closed, hence I believe is the cause for the scratches or agitation. Apart from using an ultra sound cleaner which I know some in this forum have, what is the next best thing to clean this dirt marks? Attached Images

26 September 2008, 09:53 AM	#3
C. Davidson "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: WXSW Watch: GMT (116710) Posts: 2,723	The back of that one link looks like its being polished by the clasp in the closed position. To get it extra clean, take it to a jeweler. They often have a high powered steamer that really gets the dirt out. __________________ -Cheers, Chris #15,634 "The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge; the ears of the wise seek it out."

26 September 2008, 10:29 AM	#4
springer 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,319	Hello, "My TT bracelet has been collecting dirt on the inside. I have got an old camera and close up shots are not very focused - sorry." I'm glad you asked. here is the process I use and it seems to work for me: I use kerosene on mine mostly, and while cleaning I find the secondary effect of getting high quite pleasant. If I'm all ready high before I start the cleaning process, I usually soak the GMT in a can of Budweiser and shake it vigorously to get those "scrubbin' bubbles" agitated just right. Either way, both the watch and I have a real fine time before it's all over with. __________________ Member of NAWCC since 1990. INSTAGRAM USER NAME: SPRINGERJFP Visit my Instagram page to view some of the finest vintage GMTs anywhere - as well as other vintage classics.

26 September 2008, 10:52 PM	#5
hsung Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Melbourne Watch: Daytona Posts: 288	I found something that cleaned off the dirt. This can remove sh*t yet is gentle on soft skin ... I figured if it's good enough for my son ... it good enough for the Rolex which he will inherit one day Attached Images

26 September 2008, 11:04 PM	#6
Irish Dan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dan Location: NW USA Posts: 401	IMO you should wear the watch on your wrist instead of in your pocket. __________________ 1960 Mercedes 190SL - New Owner...HELP PLEASE!

26 September 2008, 09:48 AM	#2
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,401	Spray a little scrubbing bubbles on it, see if that works. Just try not to get any on the crown. Personally, I would the bracelet off and give it a good cleaning. ~Scott

26 September 2008, 11:21 PM	#8
cwru32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Edmonton Watch: GMT IIC TT Posts: 443	try beer or buy alcohol from drug store...organic solvent in place of kerosene!

26 September 2008, 11:24 PM	#9
seantk "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Sean Location: West Florida Posts: 2,671	I would use a non-toxic, biodegradable, environmentally safe cleaner such as Simple Green. Sean __________________ "Life is frittered away with detail... simplify, simplify!" Henry D. Thoreau

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