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Adam Brian · 26 November 2018, 10:52 PM

Hey guys,

I bought my first Omega Seamaster about a month ago. I got it used and it had a couple small scratches on the clasp. I paid about 2,100 for it which I think I got a good deal for. I am wondering what the best way to buff out or remove scratches without having to send it in. I will post pictures of the watch when I can actually get some good quality pictures haha.

Thanks,
Adam

AEC · 27 November 2018, 03:46 AM

If it's just the clasp you intend to work on, and if you prefer to DIY, then I recommend finding tutorial video on The Internet. I assume your clasp has a satin finish, and if so then there are a few different materials and methods to choose from.

If the scratches in question are not too obnoxious, then it's probably better to leave them alone until the watch goes for service and can be properly refurbished by a pro. We all get desk-diving scuffs on clasps, and most of us simply live with them between service visits.

If it's anything more than the clasp, then I recommend checking into the refinishing services of trusted providers such as LA Watch Works, Jack at IWW (International Watch Works), etc.

fskywalker · 1 December 2018, 04:54 AM

That is easy to fix yourself, many videos on internet on how to do it. You can use a green scotchbrite, just go slow and on straight line up and down towards the lugs

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ec51 · 1 December 2018, 06:13 AM

leave it alone - it will get more. enjoy the watch

stockae92 · 1 December 2018, 07:31 AM

my protocol now about this kind of scratch is to cover it with other scratches from everyday wear. :)

you clean it up, you wear it, it comes back.

watchamatic · 8 December 2018, 01:11 PM

There are brushing tools available if you want to removed scratches from brusshed area. For polished areas, I use my Dremel rotary tool with polishing cloth. I have polished my Omega Speedmaster Broad Arrow GMT since I bought it used and with many scratches but never touched my Rolex Explorer II polar which I bought new.

ragnk · 9 December 2018, 12:00 AM

Personally it would be better if you allow the watch stay that way and please don't bother yourself about that anymore.

CoinWatchCo · 25 December 2018, 06:33 PM

I would definitely agree. The contact marks will come back over time

JR16 · 25 December 2018, 11:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stockae92

my protocol now about this kind of scratch is to cover it with other scratches from everyday wear. :)

you clean it up, you wear it, it comes back.

Best answer so far!

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26 November 2018, 10:52 PM	#1
Adam Brian "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Real Name: Adam Brian Location: Bowling Green, OH Posts: 108	Buffing out small scratches? Hey guys, I bought my first Omega Seamaster about a month ago. I got it used and it had a couple small scratches on the clasp. I paid about 2,100 for it which I think I got a good deal for. I am wondering what the best way to buff out or remove scratches without having to send it in. I will post pictures of the watch when I can actually get some good quality pictures haha. Thanks, Adam

1 December 2018, 04:54 AM	#3
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 24,583	That is easy to fix yourself, many videos on internet on how to do it. You can use a green scotchbrite, just go slow and on straight line up and down towards the lugs Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 2230.50.00 Zenith 02.470.405 Henry Archer Eclipse 2FA security enabled

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ec51 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: DerekISeric Location: FurtherOnUpTheRd. Watch: yourself Posts: 1,639	leave it alone - it will get more. enjoy the watch __________________ . . . Eric

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stockae92 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 4,878	my protocol now about this kind of scratch is to cover it with other scratches from everyday wear. :) you clean it up, you wear it, it comes back. __________________ 135 ├┼┼╕ 246 R

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27 November 2018, 03:46 AM	#2
AEC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Tony Location: Orchard Park, NY Watch: Idiot Savant Posts: 3,237	If it's just the clasp you intend to work on, and if you prefer to DIY, then I recommend finding tutorial video on The Internet. I assume your clasp has a satin finish, and if so then there are a few different materials and methods to choose from. If the scratches in question are not too obnoxious, then it's probably better to leave them alone until the watch goes for service and can be properly refurbished by a pro. We all get desk-diving scuffs on clasps, and most of us simply live with them between service visits. If it's anything more than the clasp, then I recommend checking into the refinishing services of trusted providers such as LA Watch Works, Jack at IWW (International Watch Works), etc.

8 December 2018, 01:11 PM	#6
watchamatic "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Asia Posts: 305	There are brushing tools available if you want to removed scratches from brusshed area. For polished areas, I use my Dremel rotary tool with polishing cloth. I have polished my Omega Speedmaster Broad Arrow GMT since I bought it used and with many scratches but never touched my Rolex Explorer II polar which I bought new.

9 December 2018, 12:00 AM	#7
ragnk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: United States Posts: 76	Personally it would be better if you allow the watch stay that way and please don't bother yourself about that anymore.

25 December 2018, 06:33 PM	#8
CoinWatchCo 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Oliver Location: Toronto Ontario Watch: 6263 Posts: 3,743	I would definitely agree. The contact marks will come back over time

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