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greenlotus · 9 May 2011, 06:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jake B

I have this fella in every 2nd Thursday to go over the whole collection... He does a really nice job of it.

...but seriously. Soft toothbrush and some mild soap once in awhile.

Can this guiy make it my place fir Sundays? Nice photo!

ec51 · 9 May 2011, 06:24 AM

+1 for the Varaet kits...

Cabaiguan · 9 May 2011, 07:35 AM

I use a soft toothbrush with warm water and mild soap.

cobblecanyon · 9 May 2011, 08:36 AM

I soaked mine in Heineken...only the best for my baby.

ingoodtime · 9 May 2011, 08:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dr. Robert

y'all are very precision-clean...............i do a quick lick of the crystal...wipe everything down w/ my t-shirt & i'm good to go.

me too!

ehong81 · 9 May 2011, 08:53 AM

like others said, warm water and a soft toothbrush works wonders for me

Jake B · 9 May 2011, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by dddrees

Thats a really neat PIC.

Hahaha...Thanks, guys. I love that one.

Rolex2 · 9 May 2011, 12:10 PM

That cape cod metal polishing cloth can work wonders with gold and ss. Makes everything look like new. Takes off light scratches. Also great for taking scratches off an acrylic crystal.

rdb8879 · 9 May 2011, 12:23 PM

I admit it. I baby my Sub-C. I use Veraet Watch Spray, a soft toothbrush and warm water weekly. Then about once a month I will run the bracelet through an ultrasonic cleaner ($30). I'm sure it doesn't need all that, but heck it makes me happy!

SDDS17 · 9 May 2011, 01:43 PM

For over ten years now I use a high quality Auto Detail Spray, and a micro fiber towel a couple times per week. The small amount of silicone in the detailer spray lubricates the bracelet, and the watch has a very nice clean sheen afterwards!! My AD always comments on how clean my watch is..... The crystal also seems to stay cleaner longer!
I do not know that you can go wrong with any of the suggestions.

The Waddler · 9 May 2011, 07:16 PM

Mine goes in the shower with me every morning. Every couple of months I'll take a childs toothbrush to it to get the grime out of the bracelet (just with soapy water) otherwise that's it I'm afraid.

htc8p · 9 May 2011, 07:20 PM

i wash it everyday. but the problem is soap scum in the thread. but after the o ring its all clean

Alcan · 9 May 2011, 07:24 PM

Call me crazy but I follow the manufacturer's instructions.

travisb · 9 May 2011, 07:28 PM

Mix in a soft toothbrush if needed.

rfknauss · 10 May 2011, 12:20 AM

I use Ivory liquid dish detergent and a soft tooth brush ...... makes your watch sparkle!

sea-dweller · 10 May 2011, 12:25 AM

Dish washing soap and a toothbrush.

HongNinja · 10 May 2011, 03:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Waddler

Mine goes in the shower with me every morning. Every couple of months I'll take a childs toothbrush to it to get the grime out of the bracelet (just with soapy water) otherwise that's it I'm afraid.

I was under the impression taking watch in hot shower was not food for nice timepieces cause of the heated water.... Anyone know for sure on that??

Thanks!

Jake B · 10 May 2011, 03:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HongNinja

I was under the impression taking watch in hot shower was not food for nice timepieces cause of the heated water.... Anyone know for sure on that??

Thanks!

It's definitely not food...not that good either

Seriously though...The thing about showering with watches is more one of "soapscum" between any and all cracks and crevasses from the heavily perfumed, oiled, ph balanced, etc etc etc type bath products. People regularly send me watches to customize that have been showered in daily, and I can tell you that the crud from the bath soap definitely accumulates. Best thing is to just wash occasionally with dishsoap and a soft toothbrush.

Onikage · 10 May 2011, 03:33 AM

I'll be honest I'm careful about subjecting my watch to the extreme heat I become accustomed to in the shower. Steel isn't going to get any cleaner with any other method than soap and water. (other than sonic cleaning onlt because it reaches parts brushes can't)

Runnin' Rebel · 10 May 2011, 03:52 AM

I drop my GMT II in a glass of gin, let it sit for a few mins, stir it around with my finger. Them it goes into a fresh glass filled with pelligrino (sp). Looks brand new after that

Onikage · 10 May 2011, 03:56 AM

Stirred but not shaken?

Runnin' Rebel · 10 May 2011, 04:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Onikage

Stirred but not shaken?

Yes, I stir it, been doing this for about 8 years and it works great, that bubble water makes it sparkly clean afterwards

DSJ · 10 May 2011, 05:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jake B

I have this fella in every 2nd Thursday to go over the whole collection... He does a really nice job of it.

...but seriously. Soft toothbrush and some mild soap once in awhile.

This is a fantastic photo!

DoTheMath · 10 May 2011, 07:54 AM

I've tried about every kind of soap I could find out there, and this to me has been the best: (from the website ;o)

"JOHNSON'S® HEAD-TO-TOE® Baby Wash - Bathe your baby in pure gentleness"

That, and a soft toothbrush and it comes out looking brand-spanking-new!!

9 May 2011, 07:35 AM	#33
Cabaiguan "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Raf Location: NJ Watch: GMTII Posts: 2,155	I use a soft toothbrush with warm water and mild soap. __________________ "A ship of war is the best ambassador." - Oliver Cromwell

9 May 2011, 07:24 PM	#43
Alcan 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Al Location: Way Up North Watch: your P's & Q's Posts: 10,473	Call me crazy but I follow the manufacturer's instructions. Attached Images __________________ Member #1,315 I don't want to get technical, but according to chemistry alcohol IS a solution!

9 May 2011, 07:28 PM	#44
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	Warm water and soap... Mix in a soft toothbrush if needed.

10 May 2011, 12:20 AM	#45
rfknauss 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Richard Location: Macungie, PA Watch: 5513 Sub, LV Sub Posts: 14,497	I use Ivory liquid dish detergent and a soft tooth brush ...... makes your watch sparkle! __________________ *"Few things in life give man as great a pleasure as wearing a Rolex!"* TRF's "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron

10 May 2011, 03:33 AM	#49
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	I'll be honest I'm careful about subjecting my watch to the extreme heat I become accustomed to in the shower. Steel isn't going to get any cleaner with any other method than soap and water. (other than sonic cleaning onlt because it reaches parts brushes can't) __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

9 May 2011, 06:24 AM	#32
ec51 Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Eric Location: NY Watch: 14060M Posts: 1,642	+1 for the Varaet kits...

9 May 2011, 08:36 AM	#34
cobblecanyon "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: JT Location: Texas Watch: 116710LN, 116610LN Posts: 453	I soaked mine in Heineken...only the best for my baby.

9 May 2011, 08:53 AM	#36
ehong81 Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 18	like others said, warm water and a soft toothbrush works wonders for me

9 May 2011, 12:10 PM	#38
Rolex2 Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: PA, USA Posts: 164	That cape cod metal polishing cloth can work wonders with gold and ss. Makes everything look like new. Takes off light scratches. Also great for taking scratches off an acrylic crystal.

9 May 2011, 12:23 PM	#39
rdb8879 Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Roger Location: Georgia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 52	I admit it. I baby my Sub-C. I use Veraet Watch Spray, a soft toothbrush and warm water weekly. Then about once a month I will run the bracelet through an ultrasonic cleaner ($30). I'm sure it doesn't need all that, but heck it makes me happy!

9 May 2011, 01:43 PM	#40
SDDS17 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Arizona Watch: EXP2-42, DJ2, SMPO Posts: 347	For over ten years now I use a high quality Auto Detail Spray, and a micro fiber towel a couple times per week. The small amount of silicone in the detailer spray lubricates the bracelet, and the watch has a very nice clean sheen afterwards!! My AD always comments on how clean my watch is..... The crystal also seems to stay cleaner longer! I do not know that you can go wrong with any of the suggestions.

9 May 2011, 07:16 PM	#41
The Waddler Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Alex Location: Back in London Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 380	Mine goes in the shower with me every morning. Every couple of months I'll take a childs toothbrush to it to get the grime out of the bracelet (just with soapy water) otherwise that's it I'm afraid.

9 May 2011, 07:20 PM	#42
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,472	i wash it everyday. but the problem is soap scum in the thread. but after the o ring its all clean

10 May 2011, 12:25 AM	#46
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Dish washing soap and a toothbrush.

10 May 2011, 03:52 AM	#50
Runnin' Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: 🤔 Posts: 8,424	I drop my GMT II in a glass of gin, let it sit for a few mins, stir it around with my finger. Them it goes into a fresh glass filled with pelligrino (sp). Looks brand new after that __________________ ♛

10 May 2011, 03:56 AM	#51
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	Stirred but not shaken? __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

10 May 2011, 07:54 AM	#54
DoTheMath "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Boston,Ma Posts: 5	I've tried about every kind of soap I could find out there, and this to me has been the best: (from the website ;o) "JOHNSON'S® HEAD-TO-TOE® Baby Wash - Bathe your baby in pure gentleness" That, and a soft toothbrush and it comes out looking brand-spanking-new!!

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