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Banks · 18 June 2021, 06:38 AM

Hi all.

I managed to get a nice ding on my submariner in the last few days. Admittedly I don’t even know how it happened! Generally I don’t mind scratches etc but this one is a little annoying and is certainly catching my eye when I check the time.

That leads me to querying what might be the best solution to remedy this. Laser welding isn’t particularly readily available where I live but I’m not sure if a polish will suffice.

Watch isn’t due a service as is only 3 years old and keeping good time.

Thanks

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16610Swiss · 18 June 2021, 06:52 AM

Weld

TheRtHonA · 18 June 2021, 06:53 AM

Weld it for sure

Banks · 18 June 2021, 06:57 AM

Thanks. Presumably RSC in Europe don’t do laser welding and would need to go to a specialist?

fskywalker · 18 June 2021, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Banks

Thanks. Presumably RSC in Europe don’t do laser welding and would need to go to a specialist?

There are some RSC centers in Europe that do laser welding, Bas @SearChart can probably help you as he’s in Europe

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EEpro · 18 June 2021, 07:21 AM

I don't think it's that bad. I wouldn't subject the whole watch to a polish over it.

A light brush of that lug could take the twinkle out of it.

Banks · 18 June 2021, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by fskywalker

There are some RSC centers in Europe that do laser welding, Bas @SearChart can probably help you as he’s in Europe

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Thanks for the recommendation. I have reached out to him now via IG.

Banks · 18 June 2021, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by EEpro

I don't think it's that bad. I wouldn't subject the whole watch to a polish over it.

A light brush of that lug could take the twinkle out of it.

In real life it’s actually not as bad as the pictures make it look either but somewhat eye catching all the same!

RJRJRJ · 18 June 2021, 07:42 AM

I'd live with it, but if I had no choice, laser weld. Polishing that out will significantly deform the lug.

drrd · 18 June 2021, 07:53 AM

I’d do absolutely nothing to that other than just wear. It’s just character you’ve added.

If it’s sharp then go with Eepro’s advice, just something to take the edge off it a touch.

R3-D9 · 18 June 2021, 10:50 AM

Odds are that won’t be the last knock it takes. I had a similar scrape along the top right lug of my Explorer 39mm. It bothered me for a bit, but eventually I forgot it was even there. The only reason I’d consider a laser weld is if you are considering moving it on and concerned about resale value.

Ensign · 18 June 2021, 11:05 AM

Just let it alone. The watch looks great still. When service time comes, get it polished - that will make it look nearly brand new.

bradyb · 18 June 2021, 11:18 AM

Leave it as is!

Rado63 · 18 June 2021, 11:49 AM

That's right in a spot where you will constantly notice it. I would have said wait till you need service, but this most likely would bother me too so I say get it welded.

replicator · 18 June 2021, 12:27 PM

I’d leave as it is. It’s a sub, meant to be worn and banged up a little

mike morris · 18 June 2021, 12:30 PM

was similar, but slightly smaller. I forgot for a month, after 2 years nothing practical is visible in this place. leave as is , it’s tool watch.

Chester01 · 18 June 2021, 12:35 PM

Everything fades my my friend, get over it. Do you want a watch, or are you curating some rare piece of art in a museum?

18 June 2021, 06:38 AM	#1
Banks "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Ireland Posts: 269	Submariner - laser weld or polish? Hi all. I managed to get a nice ding on my submariner in the last few days. Admittedly I don’t even know how it happened! Generally I don’t mind scratches etc but this one is a little annoying and is certainly catching my eye when I check the time. That leads me to querying what might be the best solution to remedy this. Laser welding isn’t particularly readily available where I live but I’m not sure if a polish will suffice. Watch isn’t due a service as is only 3 years old and keeping good time. Thanks https://ibb.co/crS6LyW https://ibb.co/6D1CWJc https://ibb.co/sC0HT7G https://ibb.co/sJVZ95h

18 June 2021, 07:21 AM	#6
EEpro 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Real Name: Brad Location: Purdue Watch: Daytona Posts: 9,084	Submariner - laser weld or polish? I don't think it's that bad. I wouldn't subject the whole watch to a polish over it. A light brush of that lug could take the twinkle out of it. __________________ ♛ ✠ Ω 2FA Active

18 June 2021, 11:49 AM	#14
Rado63 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Alan Location: Northern, CA Watch: 116334 Posts: 2,215	That's right in a spot where you will constantly notice it. I would have said wait till you need service, but this most likely would bother me too so I say get it welded. __________________ Rolex 116334 126600 228235

18 June 2021, 06:52 AM	#2
16610Swiss Banned Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: West palm beach Posts: 148	Weld

18 June 2021, 06:53 AM	#3
TheRtHonA "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: London Posts: 110	Weld it for sure

18 June 2021, 06:57 AM	#4
Banks "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Ireland Posts: 269	Thanks. Presumably RSC in Europe don’t do laser welding and would need to go to a specialist?

18 June 2021, 07:42 AM	#9
RJRJRJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: USA Posts: 3,496	I'd live with it, but if I had no choice, laser weld. Polishing that out will significantly deform the lug.

18 June 2021, 07:53 AM	#10
drrd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Real Name: rd Location: uk Posts: 1,444	I’d do absolutely nothing to that other than just wear. It’s just character you’ve added. If it’s sharp then go with Eepro’s advice, just something to take the edge off it a touch.

18 June 2021, 10:50 AM	#11
R3-D9 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 34	Odds are that won’t be the last knock it takes. I had a similar scrape along the top right lug of my Explorer 39mm. It bothered me for a bit, but eventually I forgot it was even there. The only reason I’d consider a laser weld is if you are considering moving it on and concerned about resale value.

18 June 2021, 11:05 AM	#12
Ensign "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: America Posts: 712	Just let it alone. The watch looks great still. When service time comes, get it polished - that will make it look nearly brand new.

18 June 2021, 11:18 AM	#13
bradyb "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Brady Location: Austin, TX Watch: GMT Posts: 945	Leave it as is!

18 June 2021, 12:27 PM	#15
replicator "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Canada Watch: Rolex/AP Posts: 341	I’d leave as it is. It’s a sub, meant to be worn and banged up a little

18 June 2021, 12:30 PM	#16
mike morris "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Real Name: Mike Location: New York-Miami Watch: 116610LN -116234 Posts: 940	was similar, but slightly smaller. I forgot for a month, after 2 years nothing practical is visible in this place. leave as is , it’s tool watch.

18 June 2021, 12:35 PM	#17
Chester01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: East Coast Watch: 16610 Posts: 4,933	Everything fades my my friend, get over it. Do you want a watch, or are you curating some rare piece of art in a museum?

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