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Ricochet · 26 August 2009, 09:51 AM

My DSSD got scratched while it was accidentally hit near the lugs when I was closing the zipper of its watch case. Since it was in the polished side, I tought I could buff it using a metal polisher and a fine cloth. Indeed I was able to remove the scratch from the zipper but what was left were very fine scratches which could be seen at certain angles in the light.

My RSC said that to have them removed, it needed to be opened up and considering its new, I did not want this done this way.

Is there a way I could have it polished without it being openned? I don't want it deformed as what happens in a major rebuffing job.

RedBaronF2001 · 26 August 2009, 09:59 AM

Don't sweat it - scratches add character. Wear it around for a few years then send it back to Rolex for a case polish. It will return looking better than new

Nods · 26 August 2009, 11:14 PM

Small scratches they happen, especially it you want to wear it! keeping it scratch-less in a safe is not what Rolexes are for. Wear it with pride, credence to all who get their watches scratched while using it for its intended purpose.

snow_rocks · 29 August 2009, 10:25 AM

appreciate them!!!

Brushpup · 30 August 2009, 08:41 AM

That watch is bound to wind up with a whole lot worse than that unless it will become a safe queen. A zipper scratch?

mustangbrad · 14 September 2009, 10:10 AM

Sorry to hear ricochet. Still wear it with pride.

PHPuser · 14 September 2009, 10:43 AM

Watches as in any thing else are bought for one of two reasons. either to enjoy or as an investment. If you want to enjoy it then wear it. If it's an investment then will the investment increase with it being worn or not? There are only 3 possible variations on you possessing it and two of them mean it will get scratched. It's entirely your decision. if you wear it, it will get scratched that is a certain
You just have to decide why you bought it and act appropiately.

kyle L · 14 September 2009, 10:45 AM

Battle scars!

sakuraba · 14 September 2009, 01:54 PM

I don't know if my opinion would comfort you, but I think tool watches look very tough with battle scars on them. A lot like trucks with mud and grime.

Leave the "safe queen" look to the Date Justs and Day Dates.

Congratulations on a great watch

sleddog · 14 September 2009, 02:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sakuraba

I don't know if my opinion would comfort you, but I think tool watches look very tough with battle scars on them. A lot like trucks with mud and grime.

Leave the "safe queen" look to the Date Justs and Day Dates.

Congratulations on a great watch

X 2...Well said sakuraba!!

sakuraba · 14 September 2009, 03:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleddog1000

X 2...Well said sakuraba!!

Thanks Rob.

Although I wouldn't want to see your white dial TT YM with scratches on it.

OneArmMan · 14 September 2009, 09:43 PM

TIP: Purchase a small roll of 3M Paint Protection Material on Ebay. I generally place a piece on the bracelet where it constantly rubs against the desk etc. You gotta cut the piece with all edges rounded or it will peel. In fact if your patient you can protect much of the bracelet and not affect the appearance of the watch.
I also get sick when I get any damage on my 7-10K watch. Unfortunately I make nowhere near 6 figures so I prefer no "personality scratches"

turboed44 · 15 September 2009, 11:20 AM

The watch is meant to be worn, scratches? don't sweat it. also when it's time for a tune-up you can the AD buff it! just like new!!

26 August 2009, 09:51 AM	#1
Ricochet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Philippines Posts: 165	What To Do With Scratches My DSSD got scratched while it was accidentally hit near the lugs when I was closing the zipper of its watch case. Since it was in the polished side, I tought I could buff it using a metal polisher and a fine cloth. Indeed I was able to remove the scratch from the zipper but what was left were very fine scratches which could be seen at certain angles in the light. My RSC said that to have them removed, it needed to be opened up and considering its new, I did not want this done this way. Is there a way I could have it polished without it being openned? I don't want it deformed as what happens in a major rebuffing job. __________________ Do The Harder Right And Not The Easier Wrong

30 August 2009, 08:41 AM	#5
Brushpup "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Patrick Location: Texas Watch: what I'm wearing Posts: 5,943	That watch is bound to wind up with a whole lot worse than that unless it will become a safe queen. A zipper scratch? __________________ *TRFs "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron-Founding Member* PClub # 10 74,592 The safest place for your watch is on your wrist.

26 August 2009, 09:59 AM	#2
RedBaronF2001 Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 575	Don't sweat it - scratches add character. Wear it around for a few years then send it back to Rolex for a case polish. It will return looking better than new

26 August 2009, 11:14 PM	#3
Nods Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Lionel Wylie Location: Australia Watch: Rolex GMT SS Posts: 277	Small scratches they happen, especially it you want to wear it! keeping it scratch-less in a safe is not what Rolexes are for. Wear it with pride, credence to all who get their watches scratched while using it for its intended purpose.

29 August 2009, 10:25 AM	#4
snow_rocks Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: At what TIME?!!! Watch: the SKY tonite! Posts: 3,225	appreciate them!!!

14 September 2009, 10:10 AM	#6
mustangbrad Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: brad Location: il Watch: 16613 Posts: 286	Sorry to hear ricochet. Still wear it with pride.

14 September 2009, 10:43 AM	#7
PHPuser Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: John Location: River City Ky Watch: none anymore Posts: 249	Watches as in any thing else are bought for one of two reasons. either to enjoy or as an investment. If you want to enjoy it then wear it. If it's an investment then will the investment increase with it being worn or not? There are only 3 possible variations on you possessing it and two of them mean it will get scratched. It's entirely your decision. if you wear it, it will get scratched that is a certain You just have to decide why you bought it and act appropiately.

14 September 2009, 10:45 AM	#8
kyle L "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Explorer I Posts: 10,278	Battle scars!

14 September 2009, 01:54 PM	#9
sakuraba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Jib Location: SJ, California Watch: sun dial Posts: 8,189	I don't know if my opinion would comfort you, but I think tool watches look very tough with battle scars on them. A lot like trucks with mud and grime. Leave the "safe queen" look to the Date Justs and Day Dates. Congratulations on a great watch

14 September 2009, 09:43 PM	#12
OneArmMan Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: John Location: TAMPA Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 74	TIP: Purchase a small roll of 3M Paint Protection Material on Ebay. I generally place a piece on the bracelet where it constantly rubs against the desk etc. You gotta cut the piece with all edges rounded or it will peel. In fact if your patient you can protect much of the bracelet and not affect the appearance of the watch. I also get sick when I get any damage on my 7-10K watch. Unfortunately I make nowhere near 6 figures so I prefer no "personality scratches"

15 September 2009, 11:20 AM	#13
turboed44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Orange County, CA Watch: Rolex Day Date Posts: 30	The watch is meant to be worn, scratches? don't sweat it. also when it's time for a tune-up you can the AD buff it! just like new!!

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