How scratch-resistant is AR coating on crystal?

[jms_w]

According to the Breitling site, our crystals have anti-reflective coating on both sides. So how scratch-resistant is this coating? Will scratches in the coating show? Just want to know how much more careful I need to be with this watch.

[Wrist Candy]

Originally Posted by jms_w

According to the Breitling site, our crystals have anti-reflective coating on both sides. So how scratch-resistant is this coating? Will scratches in the coating show? Just want to know how much more careful I need to be with this watch.

I've owned my Breitling SO for 6 years. I wear it daily, it has been on while I've worked on vehicles, inspected construction sites, in weight rooms, saunas, gardens and all other daily activities. I have banged and scraped the face pretty hard on numerous occasions and to date there are no apparent scratches.

[jms_w]

Thank You, Wrist Candy, that is very good to know. Since the navi has no outer bezel on top like my other watches, it's probably even more durable.

[mr ling]

i think they're dang near indestructable. i took mine into the AD where i purchased it on one of my routine polishes, they said i had a little scratch in mine; however, it wasn't something i could see, and they had to use a jewelers loupe to see it. i've had my watch since 2002 as well.

[Gerardus]

I took mine off last week after I noticed some scratches.
Used some 3M SB and it was off in short time.
I love the SO but the outside AR is imho to soft!!

[rgilbert24]

Originally Posted by Gerardus

Used some 3M SB and it was off in short time.

Sorry what is 3m SB is that a swirl remover?

[Gerardus]

Originally Posted by rgilbert24

Sorry what is 3m SB is that a swirl remover?

I am sorry,
That is the brandname 3M and SB= scotch brite.

[Jackxv]

AR can be removed rather easiliy though it is applied on two sides.

When you'll take a real macro photo you'll see.


Jack

[Art 1]

I have had no problems with 2 Breitling watches but know of people who have.