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Jack's Uncle · 15 August 2011, 11:38 PM

and I'm sorry if this has been covered, but I've looked and don't see it.

Clearly, the majority believe that the best way to buff out hairline scratches on the brushed portions of our beloved timepieces is to use the green scotchbrite pad. I've also seen people write that you should use long, gentle wipes in one direction.

The only thing I haven't seen is anyone comment on whether or not the pad should be wet or dry. So if anyone has an opinion on it, I'd be much obliged if you could share.

(And yes I know that the watches are meant to be worn and will get scratched. I've had my subC for a little over a year now and I'm just looking to give it a little touch up).

Thanks all.

padi56 · 16 August 2011, 01:42 AM

Use it dry and brush in one direction only but quite steady pressure .

Rags · 16 August 2011, 01:52 AM

I also use 000 norton steel wool pads available in Lowes...

bigwatchman · 16 August 2011, 02:45 AM

I use 400/600 grit black auto sandpaper very carefully in one direction only. I had my DJ serviced a few months ago and the watchmaker said he couldn't have done any better himself. He ended up only doing my case.

Jack's Uncle · 16 August 2011, 06:05 AM

Thats for the input gents. Very much appreciated.

B. Doggy · 16 August 2011, 06:43 AM

Check the reference section. Larrry has a post that shows how to do it correctly (with pics!).

Tunacan26 · 16 August 2011, 06:50 AM

What Padi said, works great on my Sub C and Tudor Heritage.

77T · 16 August 2011, 07:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by B. Doggy

Check the reference section. Larrry has a post that shows how to do it correctly (with pics!).

To save searching here's the post Larry made: Bracelet Removal, Touch-up, Replacement...

Wonder if a less aggressive aluminum oxide pad like the Scotch-Brite™ General Purpose 7447 Pad (the maroon one) would be more forgiving for newbies? It performs like grade 1 steel wool without splintering and is less harsh than the green heavy duty Scotch-brites.

Perdu · 16 August 2011, 11:18 AM

I like using Bergeon's fine and medium abrasive blocks because you can get a really straight line with them, but a ScotchBrite is fine.

Jack's Uncle · 16 August 2011, 11:17 PM

Thanks again guys.

I'm really looking forward to doing this.

15 August 2011, 11:38 PM	#1
Jack's Uncle "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Joseph Location: nyc Watch: SubC Posts: 187	Yet another scotchbrite question.... and I'm sorry if this has been covered, but I've looked and don't see it. Clearly, the majority believe that the best way to buff out hairline scratches on the brushed portions of our beloved timepieces is to use the green scotchbrite pad. I've also seen people write that you should use long, gentle wipes in one direction. The only thing I haven't seen is anyone comment on whether or not the pad should be wet or dry. So if anyone has an opinion on it, I'd be much obliged if you could share. (And yes I know that the watches are meant to be worn and will get scratched. I've had my subC for a little over a year now and I'm just looking to give it a little touch up). Thanks all. __________________ Rolex - 116610LN Rolex - 116520 G-Shock - GW3000BB G-Shock - GW7900B-1 Seiko - Orange Monster

16 August 2011, 01:42 AM	#2
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,338	Use it dry and brush in one direction only but quite steady pressure . __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

16 August 2011, 01:52 AM	#3
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,183	I also use 000 norton steel wool pads available in Lowes... __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

16 August 2011, 06:05 AM	#5
Jack's Uncle "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Joseph Location: nyc Watch: SubC Posts: 187	Thats for the input gents. Very much appreciated. __________________ Rolex - 116610LN Rolex - 116520 G-Shock - GW3000BB G-Shock - GW7900B-1 Seiko - Orange Monster

16 August 2011, 06:43 AM	#6
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Check the reference section. Larrry has a post that shows how to do it correctly (with pics!). __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

16 August 2011, 02:45 AM	#4
bigwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Scott Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,307	I use 400/600 grit black auto sandpaper very carefully in one direction only. I had my DJ serviced a few months ago and the watchmaker said he couldn't have done any better himself. He ended up only doing my case.

16 August 2011, 06:50 AM	#7
Tunacan26 Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Chuck Location: Florida Watch: Hulk, DJ, Bluesy Posts: 1,890	What Padi said, works great on my Sub C and Tudor Heritage.

16 August 2011, 11:18 AM	#9
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	I like using Bergeon's fine and medium abrasive blocks because you can get a really straight line with them, but a ScotchBrite is fine. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

16 August 2011, 11:17 PM	#10
Jack's Uncle "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Joseph Location: nyc Watch: SubC Posts: 187	Thanks again guys. I'm really looking forward to doing this. __________________ Rolex - 116610LN Rolex - 116520 G-Shock - GW3000BB G-Shock - GW7900B-1 Seiko - Orange Monster

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