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Stephe · 8 April 2023, 11:25 AM

How do you keep your watches in clean and fresh condition?

It’ll be nice to hear your tips on cleaning in the most efficient and gentle way.

AzPaul · 8 April 2023, 12:53 PM

I like going through the drive-thru car wash with my arm out the window.
Two birds, one stone.

Moondoggy · 8 April 2023, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by AzPaul

I like going through the drive-thru car wash with my arm out the window.
Two birds, one stone.

Three birds, one stone you mean.

minute_man · 8 April 2023, 04:12 PM

For waterproof ones:

It's described in the Rolex booklet but here's what I use:

Dishwashing liquid, very soft toothbrush, lukewarm water, hand towel to dry.

For those which are not waterproof, I prefer a damp, lint-free cloth.

nauti1us · 8 April 2023, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by minute_man

For waterproof ones:

Dishwashing liquid, very soft toothbrush, lukewarm water, hand towel to dry.

For those which are not waterproof, I prefer a damp, lint-free cloth.

This.

padi56 · 8 April 2023, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Stephe

How do you keep your watches in clean and fresh condition?

It’ll be nice to hear your tips on cleaning in the most efficient and gentle way.

Just use any soap and water that will not damage yourself, just rinse well in clean water after, pat dry with any clean cotton type cloth thats all thats needed.Most Rolex watches today especially the SS are made from one of the strongest toughest materials made by man and dont need any sort of pampering.

INC · 8 April 2023, 06:40 PM

If one of my watches gets unusually dirty, I wipe that with a wet baby tissue and one drop of added neutral PH liquid soap, then dry it up with another tissue. That's all for me and my watches :)

enjoythemusic · 8 April 2023, 10:34 PM

If it's a Rolex, take a shower with it. For me, on occasion, i'll also take it off the wrist and use Neutrogena Rainbath and it always comes out nice and clean.

Kay&bay · 8 April 2023, 10:40 PM

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Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

If it's a Rolex, take a shower with it. For me, on occasion, i'll also take it off the wrist and use Neutrogena Rainbath and it always comes out nice and clean.

I always take a shower with it when I feel it needs cleaning. It’s much better that way.

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Commandopat · 8 April 2023, 11:07 PM

Shower, soft tooth brush, dab of body wash works perfectly.

Knappo 1307 · 8 April 2023, 11:18 PM

I have Chewies gardener clean mine.

MrGoat · 8 April 2023, 11:20 PM

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I have Chewies gardener clean mine.

Lmfao!!! Is that why he keeps saying Julio died on the spy balloon?

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Chewbacca · 9 April 2023, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Knappo 1307

I have Chewies gardener clean mine.

Hold on! You knew him?

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Originally Posted by MrGoat

Lmfao!!! Is that why he keeps saying Julio died on the spy balloon?

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MrGoat · 9 April 2023, 01:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Hold on! You knew him?

I think the key word is “know”.

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Knappo 1307 · 9 April 2023, 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by MrGoat

Lmfao!!! Is that why he keeps saying Julio died on the spy balloon?

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Julio is not dead, I'll leave it at that.......

MrGoat · 9 April 2023, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Knappo 1307

Julio is not dead, I'll leave it at that.......

Interesting development. I presume Esmeralda or Tiffany or whatever her name is, isn’t deceased either?

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brandrea · 9 April 2023, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Knappo 1307

Julio is not dead, I'll leave it at that.......

I didn’t believe it either when I first heard about it Jason … there’s definitely a cover up.

omar10213245 · 9 April 2023, 12:29 AM

i prefer the cat method, where i laboriously lick every square millimeter of my watch, each watch takes a good half hour or so to complete. then pop it right back on the wrist and i'm good to go.

enjoythemusic · 9 April 2023, 01:08 AM

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Originally Posted by omar10213245

i prefer the cat method, where i laboriously lick every square millimeter of my watch, each watch takes a good half hour or so to complete. then pop it right back on the wrist and i'm good to go.

Ewwwwwwwwwww! LOL as have you seen this video? The bracelet cleaning even makes me wince!

omar10213245 · 9 April 2023, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Ewwwwwwwwwww! LOL as have you seen this video? The bracelet cleaning even makes me wince!

Ha! That is what I call some grody build-up!!

MrGoat · 9 April 2023, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by omar10213245

i prefer the cat method, where i laboriously lick every square millimeter of my watch, each watch takes a good half hour or so to complete. then pop it right back on the wrist and i'm good to go.

The cat method works well for crystals. My dog does the cat method on the remainder of the watch at least 3 times a day.

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Blansky · 9 April 2023, 12:38 AM

Bader Hassoun and Sons Soap, Icelandic Spring Water and the eyelashes of a Roman Vestal Virgin (waiting list).

Blansky · 9 April 2023, 01:34 AM

Years ago when I bought my first Rolex I mistakenly used the wrong soap and water as well as a used tooth brush, and this happened.....

I now employ the system I mentioned above.

brandrea · 9 April 2023, 01:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Blansky

Years ago when I bought my first Rolex I mistakenly used the wrong soap and water as well as a used tooth brush, and this happened.....

I now employ the system I mentioned above.

You have to admit though, that any spunk that was on that watch is now gone

Blansky · 9 April 2023, 01:56 AM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

You have to admit though, that any spunk that was on that watch is now gone

Sometimes sadly, I just don't realize my own strength.

Definitely a rookie mistake.

Knappo 1307 · 9 April 2023, 01:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Blansky

Years ago when I bought my first Rolex I mistakenly used the wrong soap and water as well as a used tooth brush, and this happened.....

I now employ the system I mentioned above.

Apprentices first attempt at a polish. Ouch!

Stephe · 12 April 2023, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Blansky

Years ago when I bought my first Rolex I mistakenly used the wrong soap and water as well as a used tooth brush, and this happened.....

I now employ the system I mentioned above.

I’m sure it must have been painful to see your watch go from good to bad. So sorry about that.

cdm765 · 12 April 2023, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Blansky

Years ago when I bought my first Rolex I mistakenly used the wrong soap and water as well as a used tooth brush, and this happened.....

I now employ the system I mentioned above.

Is the watch unpolished bro?

Boopie · 12 April 2023, 07:15 AM

I use a mild soap and a baby toothbrush, and dry it with a Rolex cleaning cloth. It’s definitely important to get gunk out from between the links.

Chiboy · 12 April 2023, 08:03 AM

I love stumbling upon these threads.

8 April 2023, 11:25 AM	#1
Stephe Banned Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: The States Posts: 118	What are your best tips for cleaning/washing the watches? How do you keep your watches in clean and fresh condition? It’ll be nice to hear your tips on cleaning in the most efficient and gentle way.

8 April 2023, 12:53 PM	#2
AzPaul "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Paul Location: Tucson, Az Watch: Rolex 1501 Posts: 14,249	I like going through the drive-thru car wash with my arm out the window. Two birds, one stone. __________________ Ain't much of a crime, whacking a surly bartender

8 April 2023, 04:12 PM	#4
minute_man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Basil Location: Athens, GR Watch: BoctokKomandirskie Posts: 2,881	For waterproof ones: It's described in the Rolex booklet but here's what I use: Dishwashing liquid, very soft toothbrush, lukewarm water, hand towel to dry. For those which are not waterproof, I prefer a damp, lint-free cloth. __________________ 2FA Enabled

8 April 2023, 10:34 PM	#8
enjoythemusic 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,613	If it's a Rolex, take a shower with it. For me, on occasion, i'll also take it off the wrist and use Neutrogena Rainbath and it always comes out nice and clean. __________________ __________________ 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 April 2023, 12:38 AM	#22
Blansky 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: swmnpoolsmovie* Posts: 9,879	Bader Hassoun and Sons Soap, Icelandic Spring Water and the eyelashes of a Roman Vestal Virgin (waiting list). __________________ OlllllllO

8 April 2023, 06:40 PM	#7
INC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: Budapest, HU Watch: 17000B, B+W Posts: 2,501	If one of my watches gets unusually dirty, I wipe that with a wet baby tissue and one drop of added neutral PH liquid soap, then dry it up with another tissue. That's all for me and my watches :)

8 April 2023, 11:07 PM	#10
Commandopat "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Oceanside (CA) Posts: 731	Shower, soft tooth brush, dab of body wash works perfectly.

8 April 2023, 11:18 PM	#11
Knappo 1307 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 8,561	I have Chewies gardener clean mine.

9 April 2023, 12:29 AM	#18
omar10213245 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Real Name: Omar Location: somewhere Watch: 126515LN (sundust) Posts: 1,361	i prefer the cat method, where i laboriously lick every square millimeter of my watch, each watch takes a good half hour or so to complete. then pop it right back on the wrist and i'm good to go.

12 April 2023, 07:15 AM	#29
Boopie "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Beverly Hills, CA Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 3,985	I use a mild soap and a baby toothbrush, and dry it with a Rolex cleaning cloth. It’s definitely important to get gunk out from between the links.

12 April 2023, 08:03 AM	#30
Chiboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Chicago Watch: Daytona Posts: 5,598	I love stumbling upon these threads. __________________ Datejust w/black Tapestry dial (1985) / Daytona (2016)

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