Submariner cleaning advise

[Johny]

Originally Posted by Tools

Yes, You must use a brush softer than the stainless steel..

I power wash mine..

is that washing up liquid in the bowl larry? is it safe to use washing up liquid on a bi metal rolex? bet you make some good fluffy scrambled eggs bud.

[mxeditor]

thanks everybody

[Grey.Coupe]

The fingernail brush many of us keep in the shower for keeping nails and fingers clean is soft enough...clean the watch, rinse thoroughly. Repeat as necessary...

[mxeditor]

Oh yea. That's exactly what I am going to use. Thanks.

[alanc]

Originally Posted by JasoninDenver

I Thought the Vereat spray had to be an uneccessary hyped up thing until I actually tried it.

I first cleaned the watch with a little dishsoap and an old toothbrush like I normally do. It looked squeaky clean.

Then I sprayed a little Vereat on and nothing much happened. But, as I worked the links and kept spraying, a torrent of black slime started dripping off of the bracelet. It was impressive how much more crud the spray broke down.

Well, I'm convinced - just ordered a bottle off of Amazon - 12.99 w/ 3 microcloths. I'll let you know how it works, compared to the soft toothbrush/dish soap I've been using (which seemed to work fine). We'll see-

[Mickey®]

Originally Posted by padi56

Why the hell have you got to very gently massage the watch its made from S.steel one of the hardest most durable materials on this planet.But todays Rolex watches in general get a very very pampered life.I just sometimes wonder why Rolex makes one of the toughest mechanical watches on this planet earth especially say in S.Steel.And I wonder how so many Rolex watches survive today without the aid of product like say Veraet,and special soft brushes and cloths etc.Perhaps Rolex watches were tougher back say 15-20 years ago or did there owners just keep them cleaner with just soap and water.I know I have used the soap and water method for over 30 years,plus many of those years used and abused them as tool watches.And yet they are still alive and ticking and only show normal routine wearing scars that are mostly rectified at normal service time.And yet I have not used special wiping cloths brushes, resting cloths, special boxes, or cleaning liquids, perhaps my Rolex watches are special extra tough ones.

I wish I would have written this!!!!!
No truer words spoken in a long time...

If I would have written it but if I had I would have gotten a warning to be more "sensitive to the needs of specialty watch cleaning solution owners"...

[alanc]

Originally Posted by padi56

Why the hell have you got to very gently massage the watch its made from S.steel one of the hardest most durable materials on this planet.But todays Rolex watches in general get a very very pampered life.I just sometimes wonder why Rolex makes one of the toughest mechanical watches on this planet earth especially say in S.Steel.And I wonder how so many Rolex watches survive today without the aid of product like say Veraet,and special soft brushes and cloths etc.Perhaps Rolex watches were tougher back say 15-20 years ago or did there owners just keep them cleaner with just soap and water.I know I have used the soap and water method for over 30 years,plus many of those years used and abused them as tool watches.And yet they are still alive and ticking and only show normal routine wearing scars that are mostly rectified at normal service time.And yet I have not used special wiping cloths brushes, resting cloths, special boxes, or cleaning liquids, perhaps my Rolex watches are special extra tough ones.

Nah, we just have too much time on our hands, now - nyuck nyuck

[(DMB)]

Originally Posted by Mickey®

I wish I would have written this!!!!!
No truer words spoken in a long time...

If I would have written it but if I had I would have gotten a warning to be more "sensitive to the needs of specialty watch cleaning solution owners"...

It took every ounce of restraint I had not to write something like this. Why is it that the average person can figure out all kinds of stuff on his own, yet when the task involves a Rolex watch it suddenly becomes rocket science? Between the "Help, why doesn't my crown line up vertically", threads to "what kind of lint free cloth do you use when you put your Rollie nite nite" threads, I'm about to lose it.

[Mickey®]

Originally Posted by (DMB)

It took every ounce of restraint I had not to write something like this. Why is it that the average person can figure out all kinds of stuff on his own, yet when the task involves a Rolex watch it suddenly becomes rocket science? Between the "Help, why doesn't my crown line up vertically", threads to "what kind of lint free cloth do you use when you put your Rollie nite nite" threads, I'm about to lose it.

I was angry for 10 hours when I read the posts about "Which cloth do you have your Rolex Sleep on at night" (or something like that). I almost lost it....

[submariner66]

Come on guys ease up, its an expensive thing and some people like to maintain their things nicely, be it cars, homes or boats there is nothing like taking right care of something and having it last a long time, its just a good feeling. Right? Its perfectly natural to feel a little intimidated at first by a 10K watch isn't ? Besides there is no such thing as a dumb question, TRF is a great place to learn about these watches at all kinds of levels. That being said I always put my Rolex to sleep on nothing less that 1000 thread count micro fiber sheets spun from Swedish micro sheep feed on a diet of daisy dust and golden goose eggshells.

[byeedo]

Originally Posted by jvo300

I often just use my fingertips and avoid the brush all together.

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[yemenmocha]

I soak my toothbrush in the lukewarm soapy water first.

Make certain winder knob isn't loose.
Pre-rinse gently with lukewarm water
Few minutes soak in soapy water.
Brush gently with pre-soaked toothbrush.
rinse
Repeat soak & brush
Gently rinse lukewarm water.
Dry with soft clean towel.

[subtona]

just don't use sandpaper and you'll be ok

[springer]

Originally Posted by (DMB)

It took every ounce of restraint I had not to write something like this. Why is it that the average person can figure out all kinds of stuff on his own, yet when the task involves a Rolex watch it suddenly becomes rocket science? Between the "Help, why doesn't my crown line up vertically", threads to "what kind of lint free cloth do you use when you put your Rollie nite nite" threads, I'm about to lose it.

And then we have the - can I golf, bowl or ride my Harley with my Rolex threads! Now those are funny.

[Passionata]

Originally Posted by padi56

Why the hell have you got to very gently massage the watch its made from S.steel one of the hardest most durable materials on this planet.But todays Rolex watches in general get a very very pampered life.I just sometimes wonder why Rolex makes one of the toughest mechanical watches on this planet earth especially say in S.Steel.And I wonder how so many Rolex watches survive today without the aid of product like say Veraet,and special soft brushes and cloths etc.Perhaps Rolex watches were tougher back say 15-20 years ago or did there owners just keep them cleaner with just soap and water.I know I have used the soap and water method for over 30 years,plus many of those years used and abused them as tool watches.And yet they are still alive and ticking and only show normal routine wearing scars that are mostly rectified at normal service time.And yet I have not used special wiping cloths brushes, resting cloths, special boxes, or cleaning liquids, perhaps my Rolex watches are special extra tough ones.

Well i thought my sarcasm came through but seems it failed.


Best
George

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[Time Exposure]

Don't forget to light a scented candle, and speak softly but firmly as you scrub your Rolex. "You feel the dirt and grime surrender to the bristles of the micro-fine brush as the pure spring water rushes over your links one by one my precious."

As long as we're feeling sarcastic...

[Time2time]

Warm water, hand soap and soft toothbrush. Rinse then dry with a microfiber cloth.

[zeuloa]

Originally Posted by Grey.Coupe

The fingernail brush many of us keep in the shower for keeping nails and fingers clean is soft enough...clean the watch, rinse thoroughly. Repeat as necessary...

I've never heard of a finger nail brush in my 36 year. I guess you learn something new everyday!

[Passionata]

Originally Posted by Time Exposure

Don't forget to light a scented candle, and speak softly but firmly as you scrub your Rolex. "You feel the dirt and grime surrender to the bristles of the micro-fine brush as the pure spring water rushes over your links one by one my precious."

And some nice relaxing tunes Plus a sexy lingerie...



Best
George

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[Rags]

Soft tooth brush & alittle hand soap is all I use on my SS watches. They look great after a bath.

[alanc]

I think the takeaway from this thread is that there are folks here who enjoy posting every little detail about their watch(es), and there are other folks who only want to get certain information - and everyone else in between. In short - this forum is pretty much like every other forum.

I'm glad it's here, I read what I want to and don't read what I don't want to. I definitely don't want to hurt anyone's feelings over something they posted. While it sometimes might look like there's TMI here, I'd rather that than too little.

[bigrustypig]

Originally Posted by Tools

Yes, You must use a brush softer than the stainless steel..

I power wash mine..

This is the best shot I've seen in years

[zeroshiki]

I found a cleaning spray the other day browsing at a local hardware store, its called nanomites technology jewelry cleaner. Red bottle color. Gave it a try, it works nicely. The ad says it coats the surface with nano particles and so on, well i dont know if its just me or the stainless surface of my watch does feel different after using the spray. Curiously i googled the website and found out that the product is from swiss, and endorsed by rolex too.

[DJJon]

Originally Posted by Mickey®

I was angry for 10 hours when I read the posts about "Which cloth do you have your Rolex Sleep on at night" (or something like that). I almost lost it....

If I remember somebody posted a "Resting Cloths" thread and it was hilarious ! Completely Tongue In Cheek !!!

[zeuloa]

Originally Posted by zeroshiki

I found a cleaning spray the other day browsing at a local hardware store, its called nanomites technology jewelry cleaner. Red bottle color. Gave it a try, it works nicely. The ad says it coats the surface with nano particles and so on, well i dont know if its just me or the stainless surface of my watch does feel different after using the spray. Curiously i googled the website and found out that the product is from swiss, and endorsed by rolex too.

Just looked at the website but couldn't find Rolex's endorsement. I saw a few pictures of Rolex watches but no endorsement can you guide me to where it is?

Thanks!

[padi56]

Originally Posted by zeuloa

Just looked at the website but couldn't find Rolex's endorsement. I saw a few pictures of Rolex watches but no endorsement can you guide me to where it is?

Thanks!

Thats because the only thing that Rolex endorses for use on there oyster watches is soap and water.

[Rancher]

This thread made me buy a tootbrush for babies for my Sub c yesterday while grocery shopping! What was I thinking!!

Had worn my previous Sub for years without a second thought regarding cleaning or polishing. Guess this one is still "new" and I am older so will see how long I baby it. I can relate to both points of view on this thread.

James

[herbie911]

I used Durogloss car shampoo and use Zymol Quickglaze for my SS watch. It works well. I wonder whether claying my watch will make it shines even better!

[Passionata]

Cleaning isn t a useless job ,dirty bracelets-specially jubilee-wears quicker


Best
George

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[HongNinja]

Originally Posted by padi56

Why the hell have you got to very gently massage the watch its made from S.steel one of the hardest most durable materials on this planet.But todays Rolex watches in general get a very very pampered life.I just sometimes wonder why Rolex makes one of the toughest mechanical watches on this planet earth especially say in S.Steel.And I wonder how so many Rolex watches survive today without the aid of product like say Veraet,and special soft brushes and cloths etc.Perhaps Rolex watches were tougher back say 15-20 years ago or did there owners just keep them cleaner with just soap and water.I know I have used the soap and water method for over 30 years,plus many of those years used and abused them as tool watches.And yet they are still alive and ticking and only show normal routine wearing scars that are mostly rectified at normal service time.And yet I have not used special wiping cloths brushes, resting cloths, special boxes, or cleaning liquids, perhaps my Rolex watches are special extra tough ones.

Padi,

You have a WEALTH of knowledge and I see where you're coming from 100%, but just because people like to keep their watches clean, does t mean people have lost sight of this. I have a a particular firearm that NEVER needs to be cleaned, but will always shoot. It's a "tool" weapon, but that doesn't mean I don't keep it clean. Same could be said about a "tough as nails" vehicle. No matter the material item, there's nothing wrong with taking pride with keeping it clean and looking good. Maybe it's the Marine in me. Who knows.

I understand I can take my Rolex Ito battle and it'll work the entire time, but this doesn't mean I don't like to keep it clean with special cleaners meanwhile.