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Ferdelious · 23 May 2023, 12:21 AM

I found an old thread posted by Tools with instructions for freshening up a bracelet using a Scotch Brite pad.

Very happy with the results.

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Jackie Daytona · 23 May 2023, 12:27 AM

Looks great. Pretty easy to do as well for the nice results you get.

samuel019 · 23 May 2023, 12:44 AM

Looks great

FWIW I have used the same approach on PM. Yeah I know gasp lol but if you do a good taping the PCL's and take your time you can achieve really really good results.

But I have only done PM once.

I had some pretty gnarly abuse on a 3 link area on my 935. Turned out great. Wont be doing it again even though the results were top notch. At least the wifey was blown away

Gearjockey · 23 May 2023, 12:59 AM

How much does an AD with certified watchmaker charge to perform this brush job?
Bet it’s a 10 minute operation with proper brush

train-time · 23 May 2023, 01:12 AM

The Scotch Brite Pads work great. I wouldn't recommend using the kitchen ones. I prefer the 3M Commercial pads, 07445 (white), 07447 (maroon), and 07448 (grey). The 07447 is the rougher of the bunch and works well to change PCL's to satin fairly quickly then followed up by the 07448 (grey) to put a nice satin finish on the bracelet. The white pad is even smoother and gives the finish a low lustre satin look.

You can get the set of 3 on Amazon for under $25.

https://www.amazon.com/3M-Scotch-Bri...pcontext&psc=1

ArtNouveau · 23 May 2023, 01:18 AM

The 3M gray “block” has the perfect grain for the clasp on my Speedmaster, I touch it up every so often. Although not perfect it can also be used on brushed Rolex bracelets as well. Have used it on my OP’s clasp with good results too.

ducatiti · 23 May 2023, 01:28 AM

I read somewhere that there is such a pencil like tool or an ink eraser works too.

Can someone confirm this?

train-time · 23 May 2023, 01:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ducatiti

I read somewhere that there is such a pencil like tool or an ink eraser works too.

Can someone confirm this?

I have the Swiss made "pencil" like tool and don't use it. It has a bunch of fiberglass strands protruding out the end in a small circle about 1/8" in diameter. It may work for a small area but the small surface area does not work well over a larger span like a bracelet or clasp to achieve a consistent smooth finish.

Tools · 23 May 2023, 02:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ducatiti

i read somewhere that there is such a pencil like tool or an ink eraser works too.

Can someone confirm this?

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Slaybo · 23 May 2023, 02:31 AM

looks great

MrMercedes · 23 May 2023, 05:07 AM

good work!

SS Oyster · 23 May 2023, 05:47 AM

I would just wait for the next service at RSC.

biza · 23 May 2023, 06:00 AM

Looks really good welldone

hutch300 · 23 May 2023, 08:09 AM

Not looking to get flamed here - OP great you are happy but this doesn't look good to me. I would either wait for service or if I had a need have the work done professionally. This looks DIY.

samuel019 · 23 May 2023, 08:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hutch300

Not looking to get flamed here - OP great you are happy but this doesn't look good to me. I would either wait for service or if I had a need have the work done professionally. This looks DIY.

Damn Jeff I thought it looked ok

hutch300 · 23 May 2023, 08:58 AM

Look at a newer bracelet that is factory and this side by side - should be easy to see what I mean.

23 May 2023, 12:21 AM	#1
Ferdelious 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Matt Location: Tampa, FL Watch: Hulk/SD4K/SeaQ/P39 Posts: 3,203	Quick bracelet polish I found an old thread posted by Tools with instructions for freshening up a bracelet using a Scotch Brite pad. Very happy with the results. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Why is it, "A penny for your thoughts," but, "you have to put your two cents in?" Somebody's making a penny.

23 May 2023, 12:27 AM	#2
Jackie Daytona 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Brian Location: Nashville Watch: 16750 Posts: 6,622	Looks great. Pretty easy to do as well for the nice results you get. __________________ 16750 \| 6516(wife’s) \| 126334 \| 16570 \| SBGA413 \| SRPE33 \| 126610LV

23 May 2023, 12:44 AM	#3
samuel019 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Anthony Location: Triad Watch: Me go broke!!!! Posts: 4,038	Looks great FWIW I have used the same approach on PM. Yeah I know gasp lol but if you do a good taping the PCL's and take your time you can achieve really really good results. But I have only done PM once. I had some pretty gnarly abuse on a 3 link area on my 935. Turned out great. Wont be doing it again even though the results were top notch. At least the wifey was blown away __________________ Rolex Collection: A few here and there. Just ask

23 May 2023, 12:59 AM	#4
Gearjockey "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: USA Posts: 592	How much does an AD with certified watchmaker charge to perform this brush job? Bet it’s a 10 minute operation with proper brush

23 May 2023, 01:12 AM	#5
train-time 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Plankton Location: US Watch: less Posts: 4,161	The Scotch Brite Pads work great. I wouldn't recommend using the kitchen ones. I prefer the 3M Commercial pads, 07445 (white), 07447 (maroon), and 07448 (grey). The 07447 is the rougher of the bunch and works well to change PCL's to satin fairly quickly then followed up by the 07448 (grey) to put a nice satin finish on the bracelet. The white pad is even smoother and gives the finish a low lustre satin look. You can get the set of 3 on Amazon for under $25. https://www.amazon.com/3M-Scotch-Bri...pcontext&psc=1

23 May 2023, 01:18 AM	#6
ArtNouveau 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NWA, USA Watch: BLRO/Daytona/OP41s Posts: 5,388	The 3M gray “block” has the perfect grain for the clasp on my Speedmaster, I touch it up every so often. Although not perfect it can also be used on brushed Rolex bracelets as well. Have used it on my OP’s clasp with good results too.

23 May 2023, 01:28 AM	#7
ducatiti Banned Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: California Posts: 835	I read somewhere that there is such a pencil like tool or an ink eraser works too. Can someone confirm this?

23 May 2023, 02:31 AM	#10
Slaybo "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Maryland Posts: 30	looks great

23 May 2023, 05:07 AM	#11
MrMercedes "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Real Name: David Location: here and there Watch: too many! Posts: 3,588	good work!

23 May 2023, 05:47 AM	#12
SS Oyster 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 9,218	I would just wait for the next service at RSC.

23 May 2023, 06:00 AM	#13
biza Banned Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: usa Posts: 244	Looks really good welldone

23 May 2023, 08:09 AM	#14
hutch300 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Jeff Location: PNW Posts: 1,482	Not looking to get flamed here - OP great you are happy but this doesn't look good to me. I would either wait for service or if I had a need have the work done professionally. This looks DIY.

23 May 2023, 08:58 AM	#16
hutch300 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Jeff Location: PNW Posts: 1,482	Look at a newer bracelet that is factory and this side by side - should be easy to see what I mean.

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