Submariner cleaning advise

[mxeditor]

I have read lots of notes that said cleaning the watch with soapy water and a soft brush was the preferred method for cleaning. I am looking for clarification as to what kind of brush to use. A soft bristle tooth brush?

Thanks

[Hairdude1]

Yes soft. I have a brush that was sent with my veraet order

[kilyung]

Yup I use an old soft toothbrush

[Watchonisto]

Originally Posted by kilyung

Yup I use an old soft toothbrush

[toph]

Originally Posted by kilyung

Yup I use an old soft toothbrush

Me too

[gwalker]

Originally Posted by kilyung

Yup I use an old soft toothbrush

Yup. I use and old soft toothbrush and soap. Works great. I tried the Veraet stuff once. It worked well but IMHO no better than soap and water.

[Kingair]

Originally Posted by gwalker

Yup. I use and old soft toothbrush and soap. Works great.

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HAGOne

[Time Exposure]

Nimbus toothbrush. The softest toothbrush I have found. I don't think I've thrown away any over the last 5 years unless they got FUBAR cleaning something.

[Passionata]

I share the secret,running hot water first than a small amount of liquid soap all around,very gently massage the watch and rinse it with hot water ,than dry it with a nice white towel.




Best
George

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[padi56]

Originally Posted by Passionata

I share the secret,running hot water first than a small amount of liquid soap all around,very gently massage the watch and rinse it with hot water ,than dry it with a nice white towel.




Best
George

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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.

[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"...

[(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....

[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.

[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

[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.

[ecsub44]

Originally Posted by HongNinja

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.

I don't think Padi has a problem with the concept of cleaning it...he even recommends a method in his post. I think he's referring to the constant, detailed discussions about types of soap, hardness of bristles, types of water, types of towels, etc., etc.

Just clean it. Don't over think it!

[fliphandywork]

Originally Posted by ecsub44

I don't think Padi has a problem with the concept of cleaning it...he even recommends a method in his post. I think he's referring to the constant, detailed discussions about types of soap, hardness of bristles, types of water, types of towels, etc., etc.

Just clean it. Don't over think it!

Did he tell you think, or are you assuming? We need to get the the bottom of this.

[HongNinja]

Originally Posted by ecsub44

I don't think Padi has a problem with the concept of cleaning it...he even recommends a method in his post. I think he's referring to the constant, detailed discussions about types of soap, hardness of bristles, types of water, types of towels, etc., etc.

Just clean it. Don't over think it!

Ahhhhh. Gotcha. In that case, I agree. We are all freaks about pampering our wacthes(or at least most of us).

You've gotta keep your "babies" clean!

[jvo300]

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

[byeedo]

Originally Posted by jvo300

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

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[DJJon]

Toothbrush: SOFT ! SOFT ! Yes, SOFT !

Soap: Most posters agree Dawn Liquid soap works quite well.

Final Step: I am a HUGE Veraet Watch Spray supporter. A lot of TRF'ers are too. Other say it is waste of time and money. My impression is if you want an extra 'pop' or 'sparkle' then invest the whole 10 bucks in a bottle and see for yourself.

[SKYFALL]

Originally Posted by DJJon

Toothbrush: SOFT ! SOFT ! Yes, SOFT !

Soap: Most posters agree Dawn Liquid soap works quite well.

Final Step: I am a HUGE Veraet Watch Spray supporter. A lot of TRF'ers are too. Other say it is waste of time and money. My impression is if you want an extra 'pop' or 'sparkle' then invest the whole 10 bucks in a bottle and see for yourself.

x2

[HongNinja]

Veraet.com

If you want the best. We even get a discount via TRF reference.

[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.

[Kingair]

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.

So . . . Veraet works !

Sounds a lot like a Flemish word : verraad (pronounced the same)

And this means : betrayal, treachery, double-dealing

HAGOne

[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-

[alanc]

Originally Posted by alanc

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-

Well, I got the Vereat spray - IT WORKS!. Washed the watch in dish soap and toothbrush per usual; dried it off and then tried the spray. I don't think it cleans better necessarily, but it leaves absolutely no residue - the links on the bracelet show no trace of anything but shiny stainless, the bezel is blinding, and the crystal just shines.

I smell a trace of citrus in the spray, like those degreasing spot cleaners you see advertised from time to time. That's probably why there is no residue.

Definitely worth the ten dollars or so.

[AH0RSEY]

I've never tried the sonic or micro bubble cleaners but do they work too?

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by AH0RSEY

I've never tried the sonic or micro bubble cleaners but do they work too?

Yes it does but you NEVER want to put a cased movement in it. No issues putting a bracelet in.