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Muhle · 11 September 2013, 10:48 PM

Any ideas on the best things to use to re finish the satin finish on a submariner?

Kingair · 11 September 2013, 10:50 PM

Use the search function on TRF

Lot's of info

HAGOne

Muhle · 11 September 2013, 10:51 PM

I have searched many of times and now cannot find what I found... Any links?

kilyung · 11 September 2013, 11:01 PM

Two options: leave it to the professional until the next service or use a new scotch brite pad.

Muhle · 11 September 2013, 11:03 PM

I've used a green scotch brite but it looks too coarse on the finish

powerfunk · 11 September 2013, 11:32 PM

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...607#post641607

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=245211

Annan · 11 September 2013, 11:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jamescfyfe

I've used a green scotch brite but it looks too coarse on the finish

Try finishing with 0000 steel wool. I've had good results on small scratches but have never done a whole bracelet. If you're as fussy as I am, leave it to a professional.

Kingair · 12 September 2013, 01:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by powerfunk

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...607#post641607

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=245211

Here they are

Thanks Rob

HAGOne

mjclark32 · 12 September 2013, 01:48 AM

I use a bergeon pad, I've got a tutorial kinda deal somewhere on TRF...

Survivor · 12 September 2013, 02:24 AM

How...........how??????

Tools · 12 September 2013, 02:52 AM

It's been asked so many times that we gave it it's own spot in the Reference Library..

A note, the Scotch Brite pads do give it a more aggressive grain than a factory finish but it is best for realigning through scratches without removing too much metal... Knocking down with steel wool or using the finer finish pads works too..

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=111743

jkrubi · 12 September 2013, 10:45 AM

What about using a 'worn' scotchbrite pad for a softer finish?

77T · 12 September 2013, 12:20 PM

There is a definite technique involved to use Scothbrite. First keeping the strokes straight as you use moderate pressure across the scratches. Then you can use the same pad and progressively lighter pressure to get smoother grain. Time consuming but good results with experience.

Byrdguy · 12 September 2013, 01:09 PM

I use a green scotchbrite pad followed by a very light polish with Simichrome. Use just tad of polish and rub evenly and lightly with just a few strokes. Wipe with an old t shirt. You don't want to polish the surface, just smooth it out.

threemonkeys · 13 September 2013, 12:44 AM

As mentioned, Scotchbrite provides a more aggressive, deeper grain finish.

I prefer to use this as it is easier to align the grain and provides a factory finish:

Cc1966 · 13 September 2013, 12:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by threemonkeys

As mentioned, Scotchbrite provides a more aggressive, deeper grain finish.

I prefer to use this as it is easier to align the grain and provides a factory finish:

Thanks for that, I plan on ordering one.

handsfull · 13 September 2013, 02:54 AM

Get the medium finish also.....the actual finish is somewhere between those two.

rmfnla · 13 September 2013, 03:38 AM

I use one of these:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/670spd-YG-SS...item257ed22236

and it works perfectly!

Cc1966 · 13 September 2013, 04:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by handsfull

Get the medium finish also.....the actual finish is somewhere between those two.

Will do. Thanks...

handsfull · 13 September 2013, 06:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rmfnla

I use one of these:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/670spd-YG-SS...item257ed22236

and it works perfectly!

Richard: if you want those cheaper, get the 7447 pad in bulk.

http://academic.evergreen.edu/projec...ric/finish.pdf

Beelzy · 13 September 2013, 07:44 AM

I located a small piece of maroon colored Scotchbrite pad, it restores the satin finish almost perfectly.

threemonkeys · 13 September 2013, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by handsfull

Get the medium finish also.....the actual finish is somewhere between those two.

Good to know. I was thinking of getting medium as well.

rmfnla · 14 September 2013, 06:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by handsfull

Richard: if you want those cheaper, get the 7447 pad in bulk.

http://academic.evergreen.edu/projec...ric/finish.pdf

Thanks Jeff; I knew I'd learn what this really is one day!

rmfnla · 14 September 2013, 06:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beelzy

I located a small piece of maroon colored Scotchbrite pad, it restores the satin finish almost perfectly.

Look at the post before yours...

cht · 14 September 2013, 08:41 AM

Do not use anything but Bergeon.
You'll get uneven brushed finish, as in, some will be deeper than others.

The bar is ok, but I don't recommend it for an entire bracelet.

For a more uniform finish, I'd use the Bergeon fine satin finishing wheel.
You attach it to a drill or polished/grinder

http://www.ofrei.com/page250.html

Good luck

RJC · 15 September 2013, 03:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jamescfyfe

Any ideas on the best things to use to re finish the satin finish on a submariner?

Try this link..... Best advice and instruction I've ever seen.

http://www.minus4plus6.com/maintenance.htm

VICI · 15 September 2013, 05:41 AM

Someone should post a video of themselves using these items - like a cape cod cloth, scotch pad, etc

Michael T · 15 September 2013, 06:17 AM

Second RJC above.

http://www.minus4plus6.com/maintenance.htm

Great instructions.

rmfnla · 17 September 2013, 06:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cht

Do not use anything but Bergeon.
You'll get uneven brushed finish, as in, some will be deeper than others.

The bar is ok, but I don't recommend it for an entire bracelet.

For a more uniform finish, I'd use the Bergeon fine satin finishing wheel.
You attach it to a drill or polished/grinder

http://www.ofrei.com/page250.html

Good luck

Simply not true.

I have used the #7447 Scotch-Brite on many watches and it leaves a clean, even brushed finish that matches the original perfectly.

And it is fine for the entire bracelet (except PCLs, of course)...

11 September 2013, 10:48 PM	#1
Muhle "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: London Posts: 109	How to refinish a bracelet, how? Any ideas on the best things to use to re finish the satin finish on a submariner?

12 September 2013, 01:48 AM	#9
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	I use a bergeon pad, I've got a tutorial kinda deal somewhere on TRF... __________________

12 September 2013, 02:52 AM	#11
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,496	It's been asked so many times that we gave it it's own spot in the Reference Library.. A note, the Scotch Brite pads do give it a more aggressive grain than a factory finish but it is best for realigning through scratches without removing too much metal... Knocking down with steel wool or using the finer finish pads works too.. https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=111743 __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

12 September 2013, 12:20 PM	#13
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 41,939	There is a definite technique involved to use Scothbrite. First keeping the strokes straight as you use moderate pressure across the scratches. Then you can use the same pad and progressively lighter pressure to get smoother grain. Time consuming but good results with experience. __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

13 September 2013, 03:38 AM	#18
rmfnla "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Richard Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: TT DJ Posts: 4,456	I use one of these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/670spd-YG-SS...item257ed22236 and it works perfectly! __________________ Today, I believe my jurisdiction ends here... Lug Hole Lover®

11 September 2013, 10:50 PM	#2
Kingair "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA Watch: Not enough ;-) Posts: 21,232	Use the search function on TRF Lot's of info HAGOne

11 September 2013, 10:51 PM	#3
Muhle "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: London Posts: 109	I have searched many of times and now cannot find what I found... Any links?

11 September 2013, 11:01 PM	#4
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Two options: leave it to the professional until the next service or use a new scotch brite pad.

11 September 2013, 11:03 PM	#5
Muhle "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: London Posts: 109	I've used a green scotch brite but it looks too coarse on the finish

11 September 2013, 11:32 PM	#6
powerfunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Rob Location: Boston, MA Watch: 1530 Posts: 3,799	http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...607#post641607 https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=245211

12 September 2013, 02:24 AM	#10
Survivor Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Rob Location: Thousand Oaks Watch: DSSD Posts: 1,017	How...........how??????

12 September 2013, 10:45 AM	#12
jkrubi Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: right coast Posts: 40	What about using a 'worn' scotchbrite pad for a softer finish?

12 September 2013, 01:09 PM	#14
Byrdguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Florida Panhandle Watch: Sub C LV, Posts: 490	I use a green scotchbrite pad followed by a very light polish with Simichrome. Use just tad of polish and rub evenly and lightly with just a few strokes. Wipe with an old t shirt. You don't want to polish the surface, just smooth it out.

13 September 2013, 12:44 AM	#15
threemonkeys "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Craig Location: Seattle-ish, USA Watch: GMTIIc, AK, LVc Posts: 7,022	As mentioned, Scotchbrite provides a more aggressive, deeper grain finish. I prefer to use this as it is easier to align the grain and provides a factory finish:

13 September 2013, 02:54 AM	#17
handsfull "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: J Location: The great Midwest Watch: youlookinat? Posts: 2,369	Get the medium finish also.....the actual finish is somewhere between those two.

13 September 2013, 07:44 AM	#21
Beelzy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: Cen-Cal Watch: 16610 Posts: 869	I located a small piece of maroon colored Scotchbrite pad, it restores the satin finish almost perfectly.

14 September 2013, 08:41 AM	#25
cht 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: San antonio, TX Watch: 116610LV Posts: 2,143	Do not use anything but Bergeon. You'll get uneven brushed finish, as in, some will be deeper than others. The bar is ok, but I don't recommend it for an entire bracelet. For a more uniform finish, I'd use the Bergeon fine satin finishing wheel. You attach it to a drill or polished/grinder http://www.ofrei.com/page250.html Good luck

15 September 2013, 05:41 AM	#27
VICI "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Gotham City Watch: IG: Mr_Right_NYC Posts: 5,672	How to refinish a bracelet, how? Someone should post a video of themselves using these items - like a cape cod cloth, scotch pad, etc

15 September 2013, 06:17 AM	#28
Michael T 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Houston Posts: 1,239	Second RJC above. http://www.minus4plus6.com/maintenance.htm Great instructions.

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