Protection film for watches

[pickettt]

I don’t like scratching my watches. It has nothing to do with decreasing their value, I just don’t like scratches. I don’t care if it’s a $100 watch or a $10,000 watch. I’ve got a few scratches on most of my pieces, but that hardly keeps me up at night. However, I do choose to be more aware rather than cover them up with......whatever people are choosing to use nowadays. I like to treat the problem, not the symptom. I’m not chiding guys who do cover them, it’s their stuff, that’s their prerogative. I just take it as an opportunity to improve my awareness instead.
NOW, as to those neoprene and plastic wrist/watch cover things.....c’mon, man!

[lucid]

I think there is a reason the watch was made with out the protection in the first place.
Well if it makes you feel comfortable to add protection then fine, heck it's your watch after all.

[PorscheNRolex]

Originally Posted by bram

Just a thought... if you can wrap an entire car in matte or gloss paint protection film why doesn’t anyone do it for watches?

Would anyone opt for this if it was pretty much invisible and covered every link, clasp and watch case?



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IT IS ALREADY AVAILABLE!!! Wrist Guard Pro!! All my watches are scratch free!!!!

[123Blueface]

Originally Posted by PorscheNRolex

IT IS ALREADY AVAILABLE!!! Wrist Guard Pro!! All my watches are scratch free!!!!

Was waiting to see how long before the promo kicked in.
You should post your watches so we can see for ourselves how great they look.

[blue lion]

No way I bought my watches to wear and enjoy.

[PorscheNRolex]

Originally Posted by 123Blueface

Was waiting to see how long before the promo kicked in.
You should post your watches so we can see for ourselves how great they look.

Would be happy to. I can’t figure out how to post.... it says enter web address??? I’m on iPhone.....

[Steerpike999]

First World Problem

[Ipoy]

Originally Posted by Gold Crown

I hope it’s not raining you might drown if it is!

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[PorscheNRolex]

Originally Posted by 123Blueface

Was waiting to see how long before the promo kicked in.
You should post your watches so we can see for ourselves how great they look.

Y’all laugh all y’all want! This stuff works

[Jimmy Jam Jam]

I heard theres a place in Hong Kong, for $1000 you can get your watch fully stickered but apparently you cant notice the sticker too and rather scratch proof sticker...


but not my cuppa tea xD

[ferrissteve11]

WOW...wrist guard pro.

Guess wearing a watch is simply too much for some.

[kieselguhr]

Hmmm.... I have an airbrush. Maybe I can start a coating business and quit my day job.

[123Blueface]

Originally Posted by PorscheNRolex

Y’all laugh all y’all want! This stuff works

Again, why don’t you post some photos of yours so we can see how well it works.
Double dare you.

[JasonBetts]

Originally Posted by Spartacus

Trust me, it feels better without protection.

The post of the day.

Back to topic, the protection works well for the next owner.


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[BigBoy17]

Thin strip of ductape, remove when your in the safe zone😂

[mountainjogger]

"Just say no."

[APPRF]

Getting my car wrapped. Will let them do my watches clasp for free.

[THC]

Padi has had enough of these, I fear.

[sinkholeninja]

Originally Posted by Spartacus

Trust me, it feels better without protection.

That's what she said too and now I'm paying child support.

[whited3]

I'm going to try using some film on my clasp. I applied it and honestly don't understand what's so bad about it. It's definitely not obvious as some folks say; you actually really have to know what you're looking for to spot it. And I know many folks try to be careful with their watches - especially the clasp area. Seems to be a no brainier for PCL.

Along with all the steel wool and cape cod cloths, why not this?

[Rolex-istanbul]

when I first bought my first and only Rolex, I truly tought on this idea. Than I tell myself if I like or should I say love this watch I care it without using anything.

i have very very small light scratches now after 1.3 year. Its very normal probably from the clothes or so.

Still looks brand new. ı guess if you use protective film you will feel yourself invincible and all of a sudden you won't care your hand movements and accidents this way can happen.

Well you are living in Modern Countries I don't understand why you care about these. We payed double the price you pay for these watches :)))

[chazadams]

I like scratches and dings, not the big nasty ones you see on the forum sometimes. Just the normal wear and tear looks good me.

I remember when my first Sub came back from 5 year service at RSC. It was polished and it was right then and there I knew I like scratches and dings, mine in particular.......again the normal wear and tear stuff. I see these SS watches as cool tools not jewelry but completely understand how someone can see them as such and want to protect it as well.

[mimo5000]

But metal zippers really suck.

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[massabee]

There is the clear tape that you wrap around the tank of the watch, when it's in storage. That tape is very inexpensive. I believe it is clear vinyl or some such. It is designed NOT to stick to the watch or band. This non-sticky clear tape plus sometimes a plastic ring that goes right over the bezel, comes around the tank of many timepieces when new.

Then there is the clear sticky film that brand new watches and bands are often coated with, in pieces that are cut to fit exactly over various parts, such as the over the lugs, case and band. I haven't seen that sold in OEM quantities and given that the companies that sell the "kits" to film coat your typical Rolex charge about $200. delivered, I doubt any will want to give up a sheet or roll of this sticky film.

The sticky film does protect your watch unless you manage to somehow get any grit (such as sand at the beach) under the film, and then it has a reverse protective effect and results in INcreased scratching of your watch, especially if it is precious metal.

Still, I'd like to get a sheet of this sticky film, did anyone have any success with finding this? It is for one specific application - I have a factory diamond Breitling with factory diamonds all over the bezel and dial, and I want to wear it next to a heavy bicycle chain bracelet which is also full of lots of diamonds. It's not for every day use - I don't go for that Mafia style look of watch next to bracelet, but for a specific application, occasion, it "works."

So, did anyone have any luck finding that sticky protective film?

[BOXMAN76]

Originally Posted by nicon

It's great idea for people who buy watches they cannot really afford.

LOL! Exactly

[PBJ1925]

To each their own but definitely a no thank you here.

[toolr]

Nope

[Jrbjr63]

Like when I got the watch on a lease? definitely not when I bought it for it to be worn.

[VonSomething]

To each his own. I understand wanting to keep something in good condition, but covering it with stickers isn't the solution for me.

I'd rather wear it less frequently and ENJOY a different watch daily that I'm not worried about getting a few marks.

[Macnavara]

Protective stickers are about as classy as plastic sofa covers you see on American films