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redsvt · 23 October 2009, 03:49 AM

I just bought my second Submariner, the first I sold after 20 years of owning from new (paid $1850 for it in 1989). I remember distinctly when I sent it in for servicing, when the bracelet was polished, it looked new.

I just received my new Sub, and obviously looks awesome. What process/tools can I use at home/buy to restore the bracelet to its original finish. BTW it is a Stainless Steel Submariner.

1000ftSub · 23 October 2009, 03:53 AM

A really good cloth that will make the watch look brand would be a cape cod cloth. I am going to order a new one online. The company makes really good stuff!

But i don't know of any tools.

redsvt · 23 October 2009, 04:14 AM

Do you get the single pouch or a tin of 12. Are the reusable?

sleddog · 23 October 2009, 10:20 AM

A word of warning!! You cannot use Cape Cod cloths on a brushed finish like the Sub bracelet!!!!

Cape Cod is for high polished (mirror) surfaces.......For brush finish finishing you can use a jewellers brush pen or I just use a Scotchbrite srubbing pad and fine sanding sponge to do it!!!! Just wipe in one direction with the pattern....After that wash with mild soap in warm to hot water and your done....This method will remove light scratches and swirls.....
Hope that helps,
Rob.

Rikki · 23 October 2009, 10:48 AM

The proper method is to use a carborundom impregnated silcon wheel on a 2000 to 3500 rpm buffing machine. The method is to move the band back and forth and up and down at the same time to get perfectly straight lines. If you were to go straight down the band the lines would be wavy I know doesn't make sense till you see it in real time. The finish will be factory. Rikki

mastergunnera8 · 5 November 2009, 02:07 AM

Just curious as I may look to sell my GMT II, how much did you get out of your old one? PM if you would rather keep it close hold..

redsvt · 8 November 2009, 08:11 AM

I got $3500 for it. It did not have the original dial. I had it replaced one time when it when in for service. Silly me, if I had kept it in its original condition I probably would have got a lot more, maybe. Anyway the new owner is very happy.

23 October 2009, 03:49 AM	#1
redsvt "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 8	SS Bracelet Polishing/Submariner I just bought my second Submariner, the first I sold after 20 years of owning from new (paid $1850 for it in 1989). I remember distinctly when I sent it in for servicing, when the bracelet was polished, it looked new. I just received my new Sub, and obviously looks awesome. What process/tools can I use at home/buy to restore the bracelet to its original finish. BTW it is a Stainless Steel Submariner.

23 October 2009, 10:20 AM	#4
sleddog 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,935	A word of warning!! You cannot use Cape Cod cloths on a brushed finish like the Sub bracelet!!!! Cape Cod is for high polished (mirror) surfaces.......For brush finish finishing you can use a jewellers brush pen or I just use a Scotchbrite srubbing pad and fine sanding sponge to do it!!!! Just wipe in one direction with the pattern....After that wash with mild soap in warm to hot water and your done....This method will remove light scratches and swirls..... Hope that helps, Rob. __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

23 October 2009, 03:53 AM	#2
1000ftSub "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: Orlando Posts: 2,471	A really good cloth that will make the watch look brand would be a cape cod cloth. I am going to order a new one online. The company makes really good stuff! But i don't know of any tools.

23 October 2009, 04:14 AM	#3
redsvt "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 8	Do you get the single pouch or a tin of 12. Are the reusable?

23 October 2009, 10:48 AM	#5
Rikki TechXpert Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rik Dietel Location: Seminole Fla Watch: 5512 s/s Sub Posts: 1,818	The proper method is to use a carborundom impregnated silcon wheel on a 2000 to 3500 rpm buffing machine. The method is to move the band back and forth and up and down at the same time to get perfectly straight lines. If you were to go straight down the band the lines would be wavy I know doesn't make sense till you see it in real time. The finish will be factory. Rikki

5 November 2009, 02:07 AM	#6
mastergunnera8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: VA Posts: 5	Just curious as I may look to sell my GMT II, how much did you get out of your old one? PM if you would rather keep it close hold..

8 November 2009, 08:11 AM	#7
redsvt "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 8	I got $3500 for it. It did not have the original dial. I had it replaced one time when it when in for service. Silly me, if I had kept it in its original condition I probably would have got a lot more, maybe. Anyway the new owner is very happy.

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