Author Topic: How to polish off scratch marks on watch? (Read 16117 times)

miseralim · « **on:** February 22, 2012, 09:50:06 AM »

Hi, I'm a newbie here, would like to know if there's a way to polish off the scratch mark on my watch.

This is the first "luxury" watch that i bought, its a tag, and as you can see in the picture attached, the scratch mark is at the top right side of the logo.

Really heartache to see it like that... Any sifu can give me a hint or two? Its a stainless steel bracelet.

Enkidu · « **Reply #1 on:** February 22, 2012, 10:10:18 AM »

It is just a really minor scratch. A watch with scratches is a watch with character. Don't bother about it. My pal has a Rolex submariner with tons of scratches and it looks really cool and rugged on his wrist. Tags are watches for machos, it is meant to have scratches.

If the scratch is on a polished surface, you can remove it with Silvex (you can get a tube from that watch accessory/part shop at Jalan Sultan Selangor Complex next to the hotel, just beware of the unfriendly women (wo)manning the counter). But in your case, the scratch is on the brushed surface and using silvex will alter the brushed surface. You probably need to get a grey polishing bar for it but this needs to be handled by a real expert.

If I were you, I'll just leave it as it is.

dpkong · « **Reply #2 on:** February 22, 2012, 11:28:12 AM »

try Scotch Brite pads? that's the recommendations on other forums to produce the brush finish on Rolex so it might work here too. but personally, i would suggest to leave it alone. a pristine looking watch makes it look like you hardly wear it, or baby it too much.

miseralim · « **Reply #3 on:** February 22, 2012, 03:01:18 PM »

Scotch brite? You sure? Wow, this is a real eye opener, never knew that's even possible. But i think it'll create some finer scratches, anyways, worth a try i believe...

engkow · « **Reply #4 on:** February 22, 2012, 03:28:01 PM »

i used amway metal cleaner, just rub it with a cloth

gck · « **Reply #5 on:** February 22, 2012, 07:02:09 PM »

brushed or polished?
if polished use autosol
if bruhsed use scot brit

Gigi · « **Reply #6 on:** February 22, 2012, 07:32:45 PM »

Just leave it as it. Cause even if u polished it off it will eventually be scratched again. Also, it give the watch some character with some scratches here and there. Not fun if the was in super pristine condition. That was my opinion

miseralim · « **Reply #7 on:** February 24, 2012, 08:22:13 AM »

Totally understand that, but you know la, this is the first time i ever bought a watch that is worth more than 12k, can't really blame me for over protecting it

. Previously i didn't even bother about watches, i thought that its just a tool to show time. But now that i own one, i would try my best to contradict with me old self, lol, I'm a damn hypocrite right?

TheHobbit · « **Reply #8 on:** February 24, 2012, 08:44:00 AM »

Quote from: miseralim on February 24, 2012, 08:22:13 AM

Previously i didn't even bother about watches, i thought that its just a tool to show time.

Still is.

As for the scratch, use Scotch Brite, brush lightly, vertically downward motion, none of the upward downward motion some of us are use to.

Henry133 · « **Reply #9 on:** February 24, 2012, 11:56:01 AM »

Quote from: miseralim on February 24, 2012, 08:22:13 AM

Totally understand that, but you know la, this is the first time i ever bought a watch that is worth more than 12k, can't really blame me for over protecting it . Previously i didn't even bother about watches, i thought that its just a tool to show time. But now that i own one, i would try my best to contradict with me old self, lol, I'm a damn hypocrite right?

Nola...its natural. New stuff sure wanna to take real good care..but dont overzealous lo. What is paramount -"Wear it in good health".

Mine also start to have some swirl marks aledi..but what to do..if really want to keep it in mint condition...keep it in a safe ..dont wear it.

jefnando · « **Reply #10 on:** February 24, 2012, 05:23:27 PM »

Quote from: Henry133 on February 24, 2012, 11:56:01 AM

Quote from: miseralim on February 24, 2012, 08:22:13 AM
Totally understand that, but you know la, this is the first time i ever bought a watch that is worth more than 12k, can't really blame me for over protecting it . Previously i didn't even bother about watches, i thought that its just a tool to show time. But now that i own one, i would try my best to contradict with me old self, lol, I'm a damn hypocrite right?

Nola...its natural. New stuff sure wanna to take real good care..but dont overzealous lo. What is paramount -"Wear it in good health".

Mine also start to have some swirl marks aledi..but what to do..if really want to keep it in mint condition...keep it in a safe ..dont wear it.

keep it in the safe for like a year then flip it to me for half price. I'll buy from you!

Enkidu · « **Reply #11 on:** February 24, 2012, 06:04:01 PM »

Quote from: miseralim on February 24, 2012, 08:22:13 AM

Totally understand that, but you know la, this is the first time i ever bought a watch that is worth more than 12k, can't really blame me for over protecting it . Previously i didn't even bother about watches, i thought that its just a tool to show time. But now that i own one, i would try my best to contradict with me old self, lol, I'm a damn hypocrite right?

It's a bit like sex. The first time will be the most memorable. ::)The 899th will hardly be worth mentioning.

I know this sounds flippant, but once it has got a few more scratches & dings, you will not notice / remember anymore.

Angryrodent · « **Reply #12 on:** February 25, 2012, 02:10:18 AM »

scratches and dings shouldnt be taken away... value and character of the watch goes down. Then again if ure like me and never sell any watches then fix it up using anything from toothpaste the carscrub its yours and aslong as ure happy I bet ure watch is 2

miseralim · « **Reply #13 on:** February 25, 2012, 11:59:26 AM »

Quote from: Enkidu on February 24, 2012, 06:04:01 PM

It's a bit like sex. The first time will be the most memorable. ::)The 899th will hardly be worth mentioning.

Wow, that's some eye opener, that's why i still prefer sex with as many women as possible, to make sure it stays fresh everytime i do it, lol.

Henry133 · « **Reply #14 on:** February 25, 2012, 12:02:44 PM »

Quote from: miseralim on February 25, 2012, 11:59:26 AM

Quote from: Enkidu on February 24, 2012, 06:04:01 PM

It's a bit like sex. The first time will be the most memorable. ::)The 899th will hardly be worth mentioning.

Wow, that's some eye opener, that's why i still prefer sex with as many women as possible, to make sure it stays fresh everytime i do it, lol.

Ahh..just remember to practice safe sex always wear a "rubber strap:..

.no more scratches then.......

miseralim · « **Reply #15 on:** February 25, 2012, 12:16:15 PM »

Quote from: Henry133 on February 25, 2012, 12:02:44 PM

Ahh..just remember to practice safe sex always wear a "rubber strap:.. .no more scratches then.......

LOL!!!

Chong_9637 · « **Reply #16 on:** February 27, 2012, 07:55:30 PM »

The watch boss said differ watch differ material type some of the polish chemical is use on only the type of material if wrong use will problem in the watch body whether is correct !!!!

banqk2 · « **Reply #17 on:** February 28, 2012, 07:54:01 PM »

Can always send to watch shop for polish and detailed wash

miseralim · « **Reply #18 on:** February 29, 2012, 08:43:26 AM »

Quote from: banqk2 on February 28, 2012, 07:54:01 PM

Can always send to watch shop for polish and detailed wash

How much do you think it'll cost? If expensive then i think i'll just leave it as it is or try doing it myself using scotch brite like others in the forum recommend.

shahzh · « **Reply #19 on:** February 29, 2012, 09:42:43 AM »

I bought myself a watch touch-up pen for scuff like yours from ebay, together with the pad which actually turn out to be Scotch Brite. The touch up pen is a gem to work with. It some kind of fine hard bristles. I experiment using a very fine sand paper on the buckle of Tissot and it turn out fine too.

hotshothunk · « **Reply #20 on:** April 25, 2012, 09:13:02 AM »

i think ad charges around 300 ringgit for polishing. not sure if it's worth it..

am_sober · « **Reply #21 on:** April 25, 2012, 10:27:14 AM »

Brush finish example using Scotch Brite~ ^^

Scratch mark

After Brite~

they maybe still some mark left if the scratch is deep...

Hope ur watch well n polished~

tc cheers~!

shahzh · « **Reply #22 on:** April 25, 2012, 02:08:05 PM »

Nice job

which color you use green or maroon?

am_sober · « **Reply #23 on:** April 25, 2012, 02:16:46 PM »

i used maroon~

shahzh · « **Reply #24 on:** April 25, 2012, 02:22:19 PM »

The same one as mine....the only difference I bought mine over at ebay and it's quite expensive for just a small piece

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