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JJ Irani · 29 September 2005, 05:22 AM

Hi guys,

Thought I'd share this with all of you.

A long time ago, on another forum, some member used a strong solvent thinking he would get his Rolex all squeaky clean. WRONG MOVE!!

I had to admire that fella's guts to admit to his silly mistake and post pictures of his Rolex with a totally screwed up bezel and case all stained.

Not sure what on earth he used, but I think it could have been something his wifey used to knock off nail polish, namely acetone....but I'm only guessing here.

Guys, guys, guys.....Rolex may be made of 904L steel and the crystal maybe made of sapphire crystal, but please just take some good advice and stick to good ole' soap, water and an old SOFT toothbrush to keep your Rolex clean at all times.

On gold surfaces, you can use soft gel toothpaste. I've been doing so for 25 years - never failed me. But, other than that, NEVER NEVER experiment with any chemical which may work wonders on some of your kitchen appliances and other items around the house.

With Rolex, plain old H2O works wonders.....every bloody time!!

Thanks for listening - JJ

AJC · 29 September 2005, 05:36 AM

The other problem is that there may be a residue of the chemicals left behind and this may cause skin irritations etc.

One other point is that some chemicals will destroy rubber gaskets and "O" rings.

JJ nailed it.Soap and water and a soft brush.

Aaron

BTW. Tap pressure water.Not high pressure cleaner water,which I have heard of before.

JJ Irani · 29 September 2005, 06:20 AM

Yes, of course, just cool, running water from a tap ("faucet" to our American friends!)

dman · 29 September 2005, 11:30 AM

What about spit and t-shirt, no good?

Sam · 29 September 2005, 11:57 AM

Acetone & a stiff wire brush has worked great for me!

dman · 29 September 2005, 01:26 PM

Not as good as my jackhammer and battery acid.

Earl · 3 October 2005, 10:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dman

What about spit and t-shirt, no good?

Daren, I've had good luck useing this method with the crystal but, found it leaves ugly dark marks on the t-shirt when I use it on the band..

dman · 4 October 2005, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Earl

Daren, I've had good luck useing this method with the crystal but, found it leaves ugly dark marks on the t-shirt when I use it on the band..

Who cares about the shirt Earl, your watch looks good. That is all that matters right?

29 September 2005, 05:22 AM	#1
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	No chemicals please...that's sheer stupidity!! Hi guys, Thought I'd share this with all of you. A long time ago, on another forum, some member used a strong solvent thinking he would get his Rolex all squeaky clean. WRONG MOVE!! I had to admire that fella's guts to admit to his silly mistake and post pictures of his Rolex with a totally screwed up bezel and case all stained. Not sure what on earth he used, but I think it could have been something his wifey used to knock off nail polish, namely acetone....but I'm only guessing here. Guys, guys, guys.....Rolex may be made of 904L steel and the crystal maybe made of sapphire crystal, but please just take some good advice and stick to good ole' soap, water and an old SOFT toothbrush to keep your Rolex clean at all times. On gold surfaces, you can use soft gel toothpaste. I've been doing so for 25 years - never failed me. But, other than that, NEVER NEVER experiment with any chemical which may work wonders on some of your kitchen appliances and other items around the house. With Rolex, plain old H2O works wonders.....every bloody time!! Thanks for listening - JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

29 September 2005, 06:20 AM	#3
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Yes, of course, just cool, running water from a tap ("faucet" to our American friends!) __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

29 September 2005, 11:30 AM	#4
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	What about spit and t-shirt, no good? __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

29 September 2005, 01:26 PM	#6
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	Not as good as my jackhammer and battery acid. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

29 September 2005, 05:36 AM	#2
AJC Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Australia Posts: 1,878	The other problem is that there may be a residue of the chemicals left behind and this may cause skin irritations etc. One other point is that some chemicals will destroy rubber gaskets and "O" rings. JJ nailed it.Soap and water and a soft brush. Aaron BTW. Tap pressure water.Not high pressure cleaner water,which I have heard of before.

29 September 2005, 11:57 AM	#5
Sam Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Texas Watch: Yes...too many!!! Posts: 426	Acetone & a stiff wire brush has worked great for me!

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