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TonyYu · 9 October 2018, 12:04 AM

If SS, YG, RG or WG most resist to scratch?

I think SS is the best, and then somehow WG is better than RG.

Kyle3130 · 9 October 2018, 12:28 AM

You are correct. It is determined by the alloying elements of the metal.

TonyYu · 9 October 2018, 12:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kyle3130

You are correct. It is determined by the alloying elements of the metal.

But which one you feel harder? YG / RG or WG?

brandrea · 9 October 2018, 12:46 AM

In practical terms, they all scratch easily. Most likely you will see scratches on the YG and RG more easily than SS and WG.

joli160 · 9 October 2018, 01:03 AM

In my experience zero difference between SS or PM

watchwatcher · 9 October 2018, 01:12 AM

It's been my experience that if I run across something that puts a scratch on my PM watches, it for sure will do the same on my steel ones, as well.

As far as the difference between the "golds" (WG/YG/RG), I'm no expert, but I'd be willing to bet if there is a difference, it would be negligible.

3581512 · 9 October 2018, 01:39 AM

I would love to see some real tests with SS vs PM scratch resistance.

I think when people hear, "SS is more scratch resistant" they automatically imagine a gigantic difference, when in reality it's probably much closer than it sounds.

REFZ · 9 October 2018, 01:40 AM

Does it really matter?
All wathes worn will get scratched.

tyler1980 · 9 October 2018, 01:44 AM

which one has a PCL bracelet ? There is your answer as to the one that gets the most scratches

TonyYu · 9 October 2018, 01:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by REFZ

Does it really matter?
All wathes worn will get scratched.

I think it is very truth.

RHIII · 9 October 2018, 02:04 AM

Based on my experiences — all golds (regardless of the coloring) will scratch (and show) just as easily as the other — just depends on how tough you are on them.

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Chewbacca · 9 October 2018, 02:08 AM

Has less to do with the metal composition and more to do with the finish.

My milgauss was the absolute worst.

Ask anyone with ss pcl models.

enjoythemusic · 9 October 2018, 05:34 AM

SS...

Go titanium... yet that scratches too. Platinum is probably the way to go for the most scratch resistance in a 'normal' watch.

roosvelt · 9 October 2018, 07:13 PM

It does got to do with the finish!! My dd bark going on 40 years old and worn every day looks almost perfect because of the texture.

Chester01 · 9 October 2018, 10:39 PM

What ever is shiny will show scratches. Regardless of metal, brushed is best for hiding scratches.

JayHantz · 9 October 2018, 11:13 PM

If you look at this scientifically in regards to the Mohs Scale, gold has a hardness level of 2.5-3, platinum is 4-4.5 and stainless steel is 7-8. However, this is just the metal at its purist form. In jewelry, most metals are mixed with other elements (like nickel, zinc, and copper) to make the metal harder and more durable.

And in seeing friends with PM pieces, I can say that with normal daily wear they are just as durable and take on scratches just like SS. As been said before by these fine gentleman, it is really about the finish and polish of the piece.

Devildog · 9 October 2018, 11:34 PM

Of the golds, in theory, rose gold is the most durable and most scratch resistant because it is alloyed with copper.

Next is white gold, usually alloyed with nickel, silver and palladium.

Yellow gold is he softest.

In practice, as has been said above, there's not much in it in reality.

9 October 2018, 12:04 AM	#1
TonyYu "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Hong Kong Watch: 116500LN, 116509BL Posts: 123	Do you guys know... If SS, YG, RG or WG most resist to scratch? I think SS is the best, and then somehow WG is better than RG.

9 October 2018, 12:28 AM	#2
Kyle3130 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,960	You are correct. It is determined by the alloying elements of the metal. __________________

9 October 2018, 01:03 AM	#5
joli160 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,701	In my experience zero difference between SS or PM __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

9 October 2018, 01:40 AM	#8
REFZ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Martin Location: Netherlands Watch: The Rolex Way Posts: 1,471	Does it really matter? All wathes worn will get scratched. __________________ 114060 - 116520 - 126334

9 October 2018, 01:44 AM	#9
tyler1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 17,622	which one has a PCL bracelet ? There is your answer as to the one that gets the most scratches __________________ Instagram: tyler.watches current collection: Patek 5164A, Patek 5524G, Rolex Platinum Daytona 116506, Rolex Sea Dweller 43 126600, Rolex GMT II 116710LN, AP 15400ST (silver), Panerai 913, Omega Speedmaster moonwatch, Tudor Black Bay (Harrods Edition)

9 October 2018, 12:46 AM	#4
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 77,521	In practical terms, they all scratch easily. Most likely you will see scratches on the YG and RG more easily than SS and WG.

9 October 2018, 01:12 AM	#6
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,945	It's been my experience that if I run across something that puts a scratch on my PM watches, it for sure will do the same on my steel ones, as well. As far as the difference between the "golds" (WG/YG/RG), I'm no expert, but I'd be willing to bet if there is a difference, it would be negligible.

9 October 2018, 01:39 AM	#7
3581512 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: US Posts: 265	I would love to see some real tests with SS vs PM scratch resistance. I think when people hear, "SS is more scratch resistant" they automatically imagine a gigantic difference, when in reality it's probably much closer than it sounds.

9 October 2018, 02:04 AM	#11
RHIII Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Roger Location: ... Watch: AP/Rolex/PP Posts: 6,309	Based on my experiences — all golds (regardless of the coloring) will scratch (and show) just as easily as the other — just depends on how tough you are on them. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 October 2018, 02:08 AM	#12
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	Has less to do with the metal composition and more to do with the finish. My milgauss was the absolute worst. Ask anyone with ss pcl models.

9 October 2018, 05:34 AM	#13
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 20,891	SS... Go titanium... yet that scratches too. Platinum is probably the way to go for the most scratch resistance in a 'normal' watch. __________________ __________________ ----> TAMPA Meetup In December 2024 <---- https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?p=13450519 Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

9 October 2018, 07:13 PM	#14
roosvelt Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Real Name: achille Location: Grosse Pointe Mi. Watch: 16613 serti 18078 Posts: 446	It does got to do with the finish!! My dd bark going on 40 years old and worn every day looks almost perfect because of the texture.

9 October 2018, 10:39 PM	#15
Chester01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: East Coast Watch: 16610 Posts: 4,933	What ever is shiny will show scratches. Regardless of metal, brushed is best for hiding scratches.

9 October 2018, 11:13 PM	#16
JayHantz 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Texas Watch: @Escapementt Posts: 9,844	If you look at this scientifically in regards to the Mohs Scale, gold has a hardness level of 2.5-3, platinum is 4-4.5 and stainless steel is 7-8. However, this is just the metal at its purist form. In jewelry, most metals are mixed with other elements (like nickel, zinc, and copper) to make the metal harder and more durable. And in seeing friends with PM pieces, I can say that with normal daily wear they are just as durable and take on scratches just like SS. As been said before by these fine gentleman, it is really about the finish and polish of the piece.

9 October 2018, 11:34 PM	#17
Devildog "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Scott Location: UK Watch: ^^^ for now Posts: 5,781	Of the golds, in theory, rose gold is the most durable and most scratch resistant because it is alloyed with copper. Next is white gold, usually alloyed with nickel, silver and palladium. Yellow gold is he softest. In practice, as has been said above, there's not much in it in reality. __________________ Past: 6239 (yes, I know...), 16610, 16600, 116515, 116613LN, 126600, 126711 CHNR Present: 16600, 116509, Cartier Santos Green.

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