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N_Swe · 27 April 2008, 03:31 AM

Hello,

Im new to this forum, and will hopefully soon buy a Rolex Milgauss (no, not the GV-version since its almost impossible to get here in Sweden...).

But before I buy the Milly I have a few questions:

1) How easy is it to scratch the bezel?

If the link get some scratches it doesnt matter so much to me - but the bezel feels "more in focus" if you know what I mean...

2) If theres any serious scratches - could a AD or such change the bezel? Like you can on the Sub or SD etc.

3) Any other comment on the Milgauss is highly appriciated!

Thanks for your answers - it will help me a lot.

toph · 27 April 2008, 03:35 AM

I have a white milgauss and i love it. Because the case is polished it is more likely to pick up some surface scratches but no different from any other polished watch in my opinion. As far as replacing the bezel ( dont know if thats the correct term) i think it would be easier to polish than replace.

All in all a great watch- you will love it.

Trurolexer · 27 April 2008, 04:06 AM

WELCOME TO TRF, Man!!! Hope You enjoy Your stay here.
Yes, you will love Milgauss. Try white, look BEAUTIFUL!!! Good luck!!!

Thomas · 27 April 2008, 04:51 AM

Best way to avoid scratches on any watch is to just simply not wear it!

JJ Irani · 27 April 2008, 04:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thomas

Best way to avoid scratches on any watch is to just simply not wear it!

Defiancekofb · 27 April 2008, 04:56 AM

Just try not to do anything in the vicinity of the bezel area. Other than that you can't really do anything about it since the bezel is polished SS. I wouldn't recommend trying to polish it with a cloth because the gathered dust will cause hairline scratches in the area. The best advice I can give is if you want to clean the bezel, wash the entire watch with mild soap, then dry it with a microfiber cloth.

PS - I don't really wash my Milgauss, I wear it even when it's dirty, then when the dirt gets out of control I clean it with mild soap. I also don't wear it to bed because, again if you move around in your sleep, your bezel can rub against the bed sheets or pillow, causing hairline scratches.

Perdu · 27 April 2008, 05:18 AM

Wear it, work it. When it's time for a service Rolex will bring it back to like new.

f16570 · 27 April 2008, 05:21 AM

Gary is right, it is designed to be worn and enjoyed. No point keeping it good and getting no enjoyment from it.
Welcome to the best forum on the net.

Mrdi · 27 April 2008, 05:33 AM

A Rolex is like a beautiful woman.
Excells at a myriad of tasks
Looks beter for the experience
Wear it and wear it well

N_Swe · 27 April 2008, 06:46 AM

Thanks for everybodys replies, this is really a great (and quick!) forum

Im not concerned about small scratches, its the large ones Im worried about.

Can you change the bezel - and what do that cost?..

Im thinking about the Milgauss as 'a partner for life' - thats why Im asking..

/ Kind regards from Sweden

SPACE-DWELLER · 27 April 2008, 07:04 AM

Welcome to TRF!

One of the employees of my AD has a Milgauss GV. He managed to scratch the bezel, but was quite cool about it. Why? He knows he can just go upstairs where the Rolex watchmakers sit and have it removed if he wants to. The scratch would have to be really deap for a Rolex watchmaker - having the right machines, mind yo - not being able to remove it. The bezel is removable, though, so you can have a new one fitted. But I doubt you would ever have the need for it.

I hope you get the Milgauss soon!

applebook · 27 April 2008, 08:26 AM

Just try your best to avoid rubbing the case against any rough surface, including some synthetic fabrics and funky stitching along the cuffs.

27 April 2008, 03:31 AM	#1
N_Swe "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Sweden Posts: 193	Rolex Milgauss - how to avoid scratches on the bezel?... Hello, Im new to this forum, and will hopefully soon buy a Rolex Milgauss (no, not the GV-version since its almost impossible to get here in Sweden...). But before I buy the Milly I have a few questions: 1) How easy is it to scratch the bezel? If the link get some scratches it doesnt matter so much to me - but the bezel feels "more in focus" if you know what I mean... 2) If theres any serious scratches - could a AD or such change the bezel? Like you can on the Sub or SD etc. 3) Any other comment on the Milgauss is highly appriciated! Thanks for your answers - it will help me a lot.

27 April 2008, 03:35 AM	#2
toph "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: ChrisTOPHer Location: Sydney Watch: Rolex, Brellum, Posts: 12,601	I have a white milgauss and i love it. Because the case is polished it is more likely to pick up some surface scratches but no different from any other polished watch in my opinion. As far as replacing the bezel ( dont know if thats the correct term) i think it would be easier to polish than replace. All in all a great watch- you will love it. __________________ "Where no counsel is the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Member No.# 11795

27 April 2008, 04:06 AM	#3
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Welcome To TRF... WELCOME TO TRF, Man!!! Hope You enjoy Your stay here. Yes, you will love Milgauss. Try white, look BEAUTIFUL!!! Good luck!!!

27 April 2008, 05:18 AM	#7
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	Wear it, work it. When it's time for a service Rolex will bring it back to like new. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

27 April 2008, 05:21 AM	#8
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	Gary is right, it is designed to be worn and enjoyed. No point keeping it good and getting no enjoyment from it. Welcome to the best forum on the net. __________________ Why have what's new when you have what's best. f

27 April 2008, 04:51 AM	#4
Thomas Banned Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA Posts: 625	Best way to avoid scratches on any watch is to just simply not wear it!

27 April 2008, 04:56 AM	#6
Defiancekofb "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: US Posts: 1,999	Just try not to do anything in the vicinity of the bezel area. Other than that you can't really do anything about it since the bezel is polished SS. I wouldn't recommend trying to polish it with a cloth because the gathered dust will cause hairline scratches in the area. The best advice I can give is if you want to clean the bezel, wash the entire watch with mild soap, then dry it with a microfiber cloth. PS - I don't really wash my Milgauss, I wear it even when it's dirty, then when the dirt gets out of control I clean it with mild soap. I also don't wear it to bed because, again if you move around in your sleep, your bezel can rub against the bed sheets or pillow, causing hairline scratches.

27 April 2008, 05:33 AM	#9
Mrdi Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,478	A Rolex is like a beautiful woman. Excells at a myriad of tasks Looks beter for the experience Wear it and wear it well

27 April 2008, 06:46 AM	#10
N_Swe "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Sweden Posts: 193	Thanks for everybodys replies, this is really a great (and quick!) forum Im not concerned about small scratches, its the large ones Im worried about. Can you change the bezel - and what do that cost?.. Im thinking about the Milgauss as 'a partner for life' - thats why Im asking.. / Kind regards from Sweden

27 April 2008, 07:04 AM	#11
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Welcome to TRF! One of the employees of my AD has a Milgauss GV. He managed to scratch the bezel, but was quite cool about it. Why? He knows he can just go upstairs where the Rolex watchmakers sit and have it removed if he wants to. The scratch would have to be really deap for a Rolex watchmaker - having the right machines, mind yo - not being able to remove it. The bezel is removable, though, so you can have a new one fitted. But I doubt you would ever have the need for it. I hope you get the Milgauss soon! __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

27 April 2008, 08:26 AM	#12
applebook "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: vancouver Posts: 1,918	Just try your best to avoid rubbing the case against any rough surface, including some synthetic fabrics and funky stitching along the cuffs. __________________

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