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boktan · 27 June 2019, 01:29 PM

I use WristClean abt once a week, cleans and shines like no other, plus its environmentally friendly, only prob is that the shipping cost more than the product itself to my place.

rominvicta · 27 June 2019, 01:50 PM

Where I live during summer it tends to go around 30 C. So each evening before anything else I soap and rinse my watch with tap water at room temperature. That is a must for me.

Rolexoman · 27 June 2019, 04:04 PM

I have a one week rotation and they get cleaned before being put away, I use Wristclean from Veraet and it does a great job.

your desired user na · 27 June 2019, 05:47 PM

This thread inspired me to take my watch into the shower for it's first wash.

Well... it was an experience, anyway. A few pointers to other newbies:

The green box looks waterproof, but it isn't. And it doesn't dry out particularly well, the paperwork inside and booklet are damaged now.
Bar soap gets bits stuck between the links, so I suggest only using liquid shampoo. I wasn't sure if I should use conditioner or not so I didn't, you may have better results if you do?
After drying, the stickers on the watch have started to curl at the edges, making the watch look odd.

Not sure what to do now. Should I have it serviced so they replace the stickers?

filsgreen · 27 June 2019, 06:11 PM

Oliver Mendl · 27 June 2019, 06:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by your desired user na

This thread inspired me to take my watch into the shower for it's first wash.

Well... it was an experience, anyway. A few pointers to other newbies:

The green box looks waterproof, but it isn't. And it doesn't dry out particularly well, the paperwork inside and booklet are damaged now.
Bar soap gets bits stuck between the links, so I suggest only using liquid shampoo. I wasn't sure if I should use conditioner or not so I didn't, you may have better results if you do?
After drying, the stickers on the watch have started to curl at the edges, making the watch look odd.

Not sure what to do now. Should I have it serviced so they replace the stickers?

-- -- -- -- -- --

Every couple of weeks I brush off the watch under the running tap. Daily during DIY/Renovation project(s).

Kind regards,
Oliver

SeaAndSky · 27 June 2019, 11:57 PM

I try to clean mine with soap and water once a week or so. Daily worn with minimal stretch so that must be more than enough. Even though I have two, I really only wear the one. Although that will change when I finally get around to buying a 114060.

123Blueface · 27 June 2019, 11:59 PM

I now use WristClean daily before wearing it.

123Blueface · 27 June 2019, 11:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by your desired user na

This thread inspired me to take my watch into the shower for it's first wash.

Well... it was an experience, anyway. A few pointers to other newbies:

The green box looks waterproof, but it isn't. And it doesn't dry out particularly well, the paperwork inside and booklet are damaged now.
Bar soap gets bits stuck between the links, so I suggest only using liquid shampoo. I wasn't sure if I should use conditioner or not so I didn't, you may have better results if you do?
After drying, the stickers on the watch have started to curl at the edges, making the watch look odd.

Not sure what to do now. Should I have it serviced so they replace the stickers?

N5XTC · 28 June 2019, 11:15 AM

i think it depends on the wearing conditions. if i am sweating like today during a hike, i rinse it off under the sink. no soap, just water and pat dry. if i am not sweating, i dont rinse it very often at all.

Amochosto · 28 June 2019, 01:03 PM

5-7 times a week in the shower.

huba01 · 28 June 2019, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Amochosto

5-7 times a week in the shower.

+1 , only take it of for sleeping

Dirt · 28 June 2019, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by your desired user na

This thread inspired me to take my watch into the shower for it's first wash.

Well... it was an experience, anyway. A few pointers to other newbies:

The green box looks waterproof, but it isn't. And it doesn't dry out particularly well, the paperwork inside and booklet are damaged now.
Bar soap gets bits stuck between the links, so I suggest only using liquid shampoo. I wasn't sure if I should use conditioner or not so I didn't, you may have better results if you do?
After drying, the stickers on the watch have started to curl at the edges, making the watch look odd.

Not sure what to do now. Should I have it serviced so they replace the stickers?

Check the timekeeping for accuracy first.
If it out any more than 2 seconds either way then yes, definately send it in for the full spa treatment.

alxshrp · 25 July 2019, 07:31 AM

Glad I found this thread before scratching up my new GMT.

Had two Breitlings before and wondered why they were getting a bunch of micro abrasions. Guess it was because of my stupidity. I'd wipe them down dry with a microfiber cloth at the end of day without rinsing off any debris beforehand. Nothing a little bit of Cape Cod couldn't fix, but hated over polishing them.

Bought some WristClean spray and cloths. Won't make the same mistake again.

thesharkfactor · 25 July 2019, 07:41 AM

Daily.

importstunna · 23 August 2019, 04:24 PM

Would cleaning PCLs with a soft toothbrush give it hairline scratches? I clean my brushed pieces this way, but haven't done it on PCLs...

Thanks in advance!

Jamie1111 · 23 August 2019, 07:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by importstunna

Would cleaning PCLs with a soft toothbrush give it hairline scratches? I clean my brushed pieces this way, but haven't done it on PCLs...

Thanks in advance!

Yes it certainly will, wiping it when there is dirt on it will scratch it aswell as wiping with polyester. In the right light and with 20/20 vision you will see a great deal of hairlines in my experience

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Wools · 23 August 2019, 09:16 PM

I've owned my Submariner for a year now and never fully cleaned it.

However, I go for a 5km run 3 times a week during my lunch break (Wearing my Sub) so I shower with it on and make sure soap and water fully cover the watch.

Don't want to baby it, nor do I want it being manky, so feel a shower is more then enough.

Bfd70 · 23 August 2019, 09:22 PM

About once every two weeks but there is no official schedule. When i do it usually lifts quite a bit of grime and the watch come out looking better.

jvb.nc · 23 August 2019, 09:43 PM

i take a soft toothbrush and mild soap with warm water to mine fairly regularly. and i shower with whatever i’m wearing unless it’s on a leather or NATO strap.

Keyetty · 24 August 2019, 11:41 AM

Every evening at 8:30 pm prompt, I prepare an organic herbal bath and allow my Pepsi to sit in it for precisely 7 minutes after which is gently dried on a soft fluffy towel. It tells me that it helps it’s aching links and joints.

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Muxi · 24 August 2019, 12:15 PM

Daily when worn. It is necessary where I live.

27 June 2019, 04:04 PM	#153
Rolexoman "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Real Name: William Location: Houston Texas Watch: Rolex Datejust II Posts: 761	I have a one week rotation and they get cleaned before being put away, I use Wristclean from Veraet and it does a great job. __________________ Citizens Eco-Drive BL1258-53L Rolex DJII 116334, Tudor Heritage Black Bay 79230R Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra GMT 231.13.43.22.02.004 Ulysse Nardin Marine Torpilleur 1183.310/40 MAS Irukandji Vostok Komandirskie B&R BR0392-D-G-BR/SCA Vostok Komandirskie (Tank) South Bend Model 1 #716632 Vostok Amphibia (Sub)

27 June 2019, 05:47 PM	#154
your desired user na "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: House Watch: Explorer II 216570 Posts: 16	First wash This thread inspired me to take my watch into the shower for it's first wash. Well... it was an experience, anyway. A few pointers to other newbies: The green box looks waterproof, but it isn't. And it doesn't dry out particularly well, the paperwork inside and booklet are damaged now. Bar soap gets bits stuck between the links, so I suggest only using liquid shampoo. I wasn't sure if I should use conditioner or not so I didn't, you may have better results if you do? After drying, the stickers on the watch have started to curl at the edges, making the watch look odd. Not sure what to do now. Should I have it serviced so they replace the stickers?

27 June 2019, 11:59 PM	#158
123Blueface "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: USA Watch: All Posts: 5,301	I now use WristClean daily before wearing it. __________________ Rolex 228235 DD40 Olive, 126710BLRO, 116710BLNR, 116613LB, 116500LN White, 126610LN, 116500LN Black, 126610LV, 116610LV, 126334 Blue Diamond Breitling Navitimer 01, Cartier Santos Large

28 June 2019, 11:15 AM	#160
N5XTC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Scott Location: Hampton, Virginia Watch: 2008 Submariner Posts: 224	depends i think it depends on the wearing conditions. if i am sweating like today during a hike, i rinse it off under the sink. no soap, just water and pat dry. if i am not sweating, i dont rinse it very often at all. __________________ 2008 Submariner, Explorer MK2, Omega Seamaster 300m, 1958 Omega Seamaster, 1963 Le Coultre Mystery Dial, 1950 Bulova Ashford, 1973 Bulova Accutron "A man with one watch knows what time it is while a man with two is never sure."

28 June 2019, 01:03 PM	#161
Amochosto "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Canada Watch: Me Posts: 1,168	5-7 times a week in the shower. __________________ 1771036 Stupidity is doomed, therefore, to cringe at every syllable of wisdom Heraclitus of Ephesus

27 June 2019, 01:29 PM	#151
boktan "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Malaysia Posts: 214	I use WristClean abt once a week, cleans and shines like no other, plus its environmentally friendly, only prob is that the shipping cost more than the product itself to my place.

27 June 2019, 01:50 PM	#152
rominvicta 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: EU Watch: DSSD, BLNR, SM, GM Posts: 933	Where I live during summer it tends to go around 30 C. So each evening before anything else I soap and rinse my watch with tap water at room temperature. That is a must for me.

27 June 2019, 06:11 PM	#155
filsgreen "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Real Name: Phil Location: Liverpool Posts: 121

27 June 2019, 11:57 PM	#157
SeaAndSky "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Wild Blue Yonder Watch: 116710 LN Posts: 1,613	I try to clean mine with soap and water once a week or so. Daily worn with minimal stretch so that must be more than enough. Even though I have two, I really only wear the one. Although that will change when I finally get around to buying a 114060.

25 July 2019, 07:31 AM	#164
alxshrp "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Denver, CO Watch: 126710BLNR Posts: 11	Glad I found this thread before scratching up my new GMT. Had two Breitlings before and wondered why they were getting a bunch of micro abrasions. Guess it was because of my stupidity. I'd wipe them down dry with a microfiber cloth at the end of day without rinsing off any debris beforehand. Nothing a little bit of Cape Cod couldn't fix, but hated over polishing them. Bought some WristClean spray and cloths. Won't make the same mistake again.

25 July 2019, 07:41 AM	#165
thesharkfactor "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Scotland Watch: GMT Posts: 3,636	Daily.

23 August 2019, 04:24 PM	#166
importstunna "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: World Watch: BLNR Posts: 855	Would cleaning PCLs with a soft toothbrush give it hairline scratches? I clean my brushed pieces this way, but haven't done it on PCLs... Thanks in advance!

23 August 2019, 09:16 PM	#168
Wools "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 374	I've owned my Submariner for a year now and never fully cleaned it. However, I go for a 5km run 3 times a week during my lunch break (Wearing my Sub) so I shower with it on and make sure soap and water fully cover the watch. Don't want to baby it, nor do I want it being manky, so feel a shower is more then enough.

23 August 2019, 09:22 PM	#169
Bfd70 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 893	About once every two weeks but there is no official schedule. When i do it usually lifts quite a bit of grime and the watch come out looking better.

23 August 2019, 09:43 PM	#170
jvb.nc "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: NC / CA Watch: 228206meteorite Posts: 1,333	i take a soft toothbrush and mild soap with warm water to mine fairly regularly. and i shower with whatever i’m wearing unless it’s on a leather or NATO strap. __________________ 116710blnr / 116610lv / 216750 polar / 126600 mk1 / 116500ln / 126710blro / 228206 meteorite / 126719 meteorite / Pelagos 25600 // insta @jvbphotos

24 August 2019, 11:41 AM	#171
Keyetty "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Japan Watch: DJ36 126233 Posts: 77	Every evening at 8:30 pm prompt, I prepare an organic herbal bath and allow my Pepsi to sit in it for precisely 7 minutes after which is gently dried on a soft fluffy towel. It tells me that it helps it’s aching links and joints. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 August 2019, 12:15 PM	#172
Muxi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Philippines Posts: 1,823	Daily when worn. It is necessary where I live.

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