Scotch brite on bracelet

[EEpro]

Not sure if I speak for all finishing snobs but the home diy examples, sorry to say, look

I admit I do this myself on my 2254 omega clasp but on a $10k+ Rolex, definitely not.

Specifically, brush strokes are uneven pressure from link to link. Striations are not parallel across a link or from link to link. Brushing inside the curvature is not the same as the top of the links. The links need to be rolled individually against the media if done by hand.

[train-time]

I have the Bergeon Pen and have tried Scotch Brite pads. I agree with others have said. Get it professionally done if it matters to you. These tools will not come close to the original finish. I have not tried the 3M blocks. Sounds like the finer grit may work over larger areas better.

[alphadweller]

I did it on a brushed clasp (non-Rolex) and it worked great, I got rid of the scratches.

[Tools]

Originally Posted by darkside7

Anyone use the scotch brite green pad on the oyster bracelets to brush out? My Sub has a tremble desk dive scratches all over one side of the bracelet. Any thoughts?

If you have the knack, go for it.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=111743

[Lemonvr6]

You can always see it in the right light. Don’t do it.

[Devildog]

Seriously people.

Its really not that hard. Apply gentle pressure and dampen the pad if necessary.

If you have any kind of practical ability you will be fine. Worst case scenario you can always get the bracelet refinished professionally. The material removed will be so little with a pad as to me immeasurable.

If the bracelet is scratched to hell, its not going to look anything but better.

And incidentally, the "professionals" can get it wrong too. There are threads on here about poor quality refinishes.

Personally i start with a new pad and move progressively to a damp semi worn one if a finer grain finish is required

[nigelUK]

Used this for years. Check direction of the original grain using a loupe. Cut it to exact shape of area you wish to finish, brush in one straight direction. Works a charm with Fine & medium grit.

[Michael T]

Get the proper Bergeon blocks. Attached is a photo of the fine satin (DayDate) and the more medium coarse one (GMT). Very easy to use and the grain will be straight.

[Anton911]

I always use an angle grinder,followed by a belt sander after.Finish with a soft micro fibre cloth,job done.

[yowlie]

Originally Posted by Anton911

I always use an angle grinder,followed by a belt sander after.Finish with a soft micro fibre cloth,job done.

agreed. 80 grit.

[Annan]

Drop the pad, drop the Cape Cods and back away from the watch slowly!

I dunno....been there, done that and did not have the results I wanted and expected. Two bits of advice from a fussy old guy who has worn Rolexes for many, many years: (1) leave it to an expert at RSC and (2) learn to live with the scratches.

Yeah, I know. I've seen the posts from the DIY experts and yes, the results look great online. But......not everyone has the same ability, tools, experience, etc. to pull this off.