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zhan · 15 October 2013, 08:05 AM

Hello all -

My Rolex bracelet has rubbed against the metal Macbook Pro too many times and is suffering from a lot of unwanted scratches on the center polished links.
I was wondering if anyone can recommend any products to remove the scratches safely, or should I send it in to Rolex for service?

The local watchsmith claims he does not offer such service to polish out the links...

MitchSteel · 15 October 2013, 08:14 AM

The reference section has the most excellent threads by Larry of How To's.

I prefer the Bergeon block, but Green Scotchbrite will do.Oh, ya use good tape.Cape Cod works wonders on polished surfaces.Good luck

eeh100773 · 15 October 2013, 08:17 AM

I can't speak to getting the bracelet clean but I can tell you my story. My bracelet was uncomfortable and dug into my wrist - I work on a Lenovo ThinkPad. Last June, I switched to NATO and leather/rubber bands. What a difference in comfort.

Tools · 15 October 2013, 08:33 AM

Rolex will not refinish your bracelet or case unless it is part of their full service.

Scratches are pretty easy to take care of, but you need to be careful not to polish too often or in spots only. A poorly refinished bracelet will look worse than one with a few minor wear marks..

Keith1 · 15 October 2013, 08:34 AM

Sunshine Polishing Cloths!! They work wonders on all polished links. If you use your finger on the cloth to polish one link at a time, there is no need to tape off the brushed parts. I have been using them for years, and my watches always looked like it was just serviced.

joe100 · 15 October 2013, 08:46 AM

I'd just leave it. The PCLs I've owned were scratch magnates and as soon as you buff them out, they'll be back

Rags · 15 October 2013, 08:48 AM

Cape Cod cloths work great but be careful not to use them on the brushed parts of the bracelet.

bradiowausa · 15 October 2013, 10:19 AM

IMHO having the RSC do it as a regular service works the best, then you know for sure that the polishing is to factory specs, if of course, you trust the RSC. I was very satisfied with their polishing work for a watch I had serviced. See this thread - http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=285996

Cc1966 · 15 October 2013, 09:38 PM

Cape Cod Cloth on polished metal, Scotchbrite 7447 Maroon on brushed metal; DMT Diamond Paste 6 micron to 1 micron on sapphire crystals, and common for acrylic-designed polishing compound on plastic crystals is my formula for treatment. Good luck.

dkpw · 16 October 2013, 12:46 AM

I'd suggest reversing the issue and taking out the PCLs - a brushed bracelet is my preference, easy to maintain and quick to do. Garyflex pink and grey will work wonders.

15 October 2013, 08:05 AM	#1
zhan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: PA USA Posts: 16	take out the scratches? Hello all - My Rolex bracelet has rubbed against the metal Macbook Pro too many times and is suffering from a lot of unwanted scratches on the center polished links. I was wondering if anyone can recommend any products to remove the scratches safely, or should I send it in to Rolex for service? The local watchsmith claims he does not offer such service to polish out the links...

15 October 2013, 08:33 AM	#4
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Rolex will not refinish your bracelet or case unless it is part of their full service. Scratches are pretty easy to take care of, but you need to be careful not to polish too often or in spots only. A poorly refinished bracelet will look worse than one with a few minor wear marks.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

15 October 2013, 08:46 AM	#6
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,840	I'd just leave it. The PCLs I've owned were scratch magnates and as soon as you buff them out, they'll be back __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

15 October 2013, 08:48 AM	#7
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	Cape Cod cloths work great but be careful not to use them on the brushed parts of the bracelet. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

15 October 2013, 09:38 PM	#9
Cc1966 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Christopher Location: Georgia, USA Watch: ing the Sea... Posts: 6,713	Cape Cod Cloth on polished metal, Scotchbrite 7447 Maroon on brushed metal; DMT Diamond Paste 6 micron to 1 micron on sapphire crystals, and common for acrylic-designed polishing compound on plastic crystals is my formula for treatment. Good luck. __________________ "I wish to have no Connection with any Ship that does not Sail fast for I intend to go in harm's way." Captain John Paul Jones, 16 November 1778 "*Curmudgeons* " Favorites: 1665 SD, Sub Date, DSSD, Exp II, Sub LV, GMTIIc

15 October 2013, 08:14 AM	#2
MitchSteel "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: MDangerSteel Location: Canada Watch: Vintage Rolex Posts: 2,301	The reference section has the most excellent threads by Larry of How To's. I prefer the Bergeon block, but Green Scotchbrite will do.Oh, ya use good tape.Cape Cod works wonders on polished surfaces.Good luck

15 October 2013, 08:17 AM	#3
eeh100773 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: "Fast" Eddie Location: Asbury Park NJ Watch: 14060 T Series '96 Posts: 1,482	I can't speak to getting the bracelet clean but I can tell you my story. My bracelet was uncomfortable and dug into my wrist - I work on a Lenovo ThinkPad. Last June, I switched to NATO and leather/rubber bands. What a difference in comfort.

15 October 2013, 08:34 AM	#5
Keith1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: San Diego Watch: Sub-C blue, DSSD Posts: 2,482	Sunshine Polishing Cloths!! They work wonders on all polished links. If you use your finger on the cloth to polish one link at a time, there is no need to tape off the brushed parts. I have been using them for years, and my watches always looked like it was just serviced.

15 October 2013, 10:19 AM	#8
bradiowausa "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Brad Location: Iowa Watch: Air-King Posts: 625	IMHO having the RSC do it as a regular service works the best, then you know for sure that the polishing is to factory specs, if of course, you trust the RSC. I was very satisfied with their polishing work for a watch I had serviced. See this thread - http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=285996

16 October 2013, 12:46 AM	#10
dkpw "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: Scotland Watch: 16610 & 214270 Posts: 1,294	I'd suggest reversing the issue and taking out the PCLs - a brushed bracelet is my preference, easy to maintain and quick to do. Garyflex pink and grey will work wonders. __________________ Sub 16610, Explorer 214270, Ω Speedy Pro & many others. David

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