New watch, bad scratch

[daytonastl]

Originally Posted by Rwith22

Here is another look at it, the bummer is since it’s deep I don’t think it would polish out. I guess If it could be polished to not look as bad without taking off a lot of of material, then at least I would feel better about it

Buy a new clasp.

[007timer]

Originally Posted by smym18

I’d wait it out. A few more scratches and it’ll blend right in.

100%. The first scratch is always the worst. I have them on every one of my watches. It’s bound to happen unless you don’t wear them.


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[dolviolex]

Originally Posted by daytonastl

Buy a new clasp.

What would this cost? I am wanting one is SS.

[SkyJuice]

A good polish by an experienced watchmaker should be able to resolve this

[daytonastl]

Originally Posted by dolviolex

What would this cost? I am wanting one is SS.

Not as much as you might think vs. other options which likely won't make you as happy. But if you want to do it through Rolex, you'll probably have to trade yours in and they will only sell what you have on the watch-(two-tone.) Give them a call.

[Duke of Dulwich]

I’d say leave it alone. You’ll probably scratch it just as badly the day after you have it polished. It will pick up more micro scratches in time and that first scratch will blend in, becoming less noticeable. Then when it is finally due a service, you’ll get a watch back that looks immaculate.

I tore a chunk out of one of the links on my AK carrying my skis in February and the damage was so bad that the link would catch on clothing. The lugs also took a serious beating where the skis rubbed against them. I sent the watch to an RSC who replaced the link and lightly polished up the rest of the bracelet, however asked that they did not touch the case. I got the watch back two weeks ago and scratched the clasp last night washing a cooking pot (Grrrrrr). I am going to live with this one till it needs a service.

[matches]

Yeah the first scratch/ding/nick is the worst. It may annoy you, but take Buddha’s approach here and rise above it: from experience, you’l only make it worse like I did to my 16710


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[houls61]

I’d run to my AD and have that polished out. That would bug the hell out of me. Good luck!

[BisonHead]

What a bummer.

Been after a TT Sub for years and recently been looking seriously. I was wondering if the non gold through the clasp (Older Model) is the way to go.

Although i do like the gold right through.

[minute_man]

I'd say let it be until service is due.
Had mine looked at by RSC and since it's borderline (as far as final outcome is concerned) they suggested I wait till service.
As for your scratch, although on gold, I believe it's not as bad.

[SearChart]

Just let it be.

[ppalasthira]

I would leave it.

[Noah860]

Originally Posted by The Libertine

Honestly, I would leave alone. Eventually, your clasp will slowly collect more surface scratches and that one scratch you’re worried about won’t look as bad. Scratches look the worst right after they happen; give it a few days, the scratch won’t look as severe.

Couldn’t agree more! Your watch was scratched, please allow 2-3 days for swelling to go down, then revisit the wound.

You will laugh a week from now when it doesn’t jump out so much. This is true to case dings, bezel marks too.

[1William]

I would take it to someone that know what they are doing and have them do the best they can without taking all of the metal off. Why wait? The service will do the same thing. I would get it taken care of.

[johnny.tran1]

Originally Posted by jb335

I know it hurts, but EMBRACE it!

It's all in your mindset and outlook.

i'm in agreement. leave as is for now. adds character to the watch

[Hollie_Rollie]

Leave it. That’s an easy fix if you so ever choose to have that touched up

[leooooo]

That sheet metal may have slit your wrist instead. I say wear the watch with pride and remember the incident fondly whenever you see the scratch!

[ap1]

No biggie

[SFmedic13]

Been there but I accepted scratches on the band or bezel versus the crystal......Character!

[Rwith22]

Originally Posted by No SUBctitute

I would look at that scratch like this:

You used to work in the field all the time. You put in your time, worked hard, and moved into a position to manage the company. The watch symbolizes all the success and hard work. The scratch reminds you of the hard work you put in and keeps you connected to field work. You're not just some jerk manager who forgot about his roots in the field. Even as a a successful company manager with a Rolex, you can get out into the field with the boys to pitch in and get your hands dirty. That is something to be proud of!

Very well said sir, thank you everybody for your input I called my AD and asked them what my options were and they said they would look at it for me and give there best opinion so I’ll stop by there next week and see what they can do, maybe get it polished out maybe see how much a new clasp is. Thank you everyone. I don’t mind scratches and micro scratches but this one is noticeable from every angle when I look down on my watch so I’m going to see what could be done to make is disappear

[inadeje]

I feel your pain but, like others have said, its easy to get OCD over scratches. Just leave it and forget it, nobody, including you quite soon, will notice this, as more swirling, knocks and marks appear. My usual rule of thumb is: leave as is for 2 years, then cape code...