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b_hol · 18 April 2016, 06:28 AM

What's the preferred method of cleaning your Rolex? Soap and water or some other cleaners?

Is there anywhere I can pick up a Rolex cleaning cloth for cleaning?

Mis3 · 18 April 2016, 06:37 AM

I myself use car shampoo to clean my 114060. I
I soak the whole watch in the solution for 20-30 minutes and then use a toothbrush to clean the whole watch. Rinse with water and it is done.

sickened1 · 18 April 2016, 06:44 AM

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Originally Posted by b_hol

What's the preferred method of cleaning your Rolex? Soap and water or some other cleaners?

Is there anywhere I can pick up a Rolex cleaning cloth for cleaning?

Soap and water is fine. Personally I use Veraet.

As for Rolex cleaning cloth, try your local AD or RSC.

Tools · 18 April 2016, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by b_hol

What's the preferred method of cleaning your Rolex? Soap and water or some other cleaners?

Is there anywhere I can pick up a Rolex cleaning cloth for cleaning?

Soap and water is just fine.. There are many decent expensive cleaners available too if you like that route.

You can usually get a cleaning cloth from your Dealer but they aren't really that good for the job. Pick up a pack of micro fiber clothes at the local big box store - they will last a lot longer.

gwalker · 18 April 2016, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

Soap and water is just fine.. There are many decent expensive cleaners available too if you like that route.

You can usually get a cleaning cloth from your Dealer but they aren't really that good for the job. Pick up a pack of micro fiber clothes at the local big box store - they will last a lot longer.

This!!!! Soap, warm water, and a toothbrush.

JohnLT · 18 April 2016, 08:00 AM

I just shower with it on.

Daytona88 · 18 April 2016, 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by gwalker

This!!!! Soap, warm water, and a toothbrush.

me too...it gets all of that nasty gunk out from between the oyster band links.

Vinyasa · 18 April 2016, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Daytona88

me too...it gets all of that nasty gunk out from between the oyster band links.

Me too, except I use my wife's toothbrush when she isn't looking. Don't tell!

Wesley Crusher · 18 April 2016, 08:03 AM

I throw mine in the washing machine every week when I do the laundry.

stil · 18 April 2016, 08:15 AM

Soap and water. Sometimes I put the bracelet in a ultrasonic bath to get the gunk out of the links.

d999ss · 27 May 2016, 03:20 PM

Soap and water.

beshannon · 27 May 2016, 09:23 PM

Most recently while in Lucerne, Switzerland, I let the pure Swiss rain wash it

Secretariat · 27 May 2016, 09:39 PM

I clean my watches with WristClean once a week.

Alcan · 27 May 2016, 09:42 PM

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Andad · 27 May 2016, 09:49 PM

Good one Al.

DaveDhc · 27 May 2016, 09:52 PM

I don't clean it. Looking at it, it isn't clear why I would need to.

The watch seems fine. I do use window cleaner on the crystal in order to have a nice view of the dial.

d999ss · 9 June 2016, 03:35 PM

Has anyone one on the board tried The Wash yet? It looks pretty promising, especially for the fact that Rolex recommends washing your watch with warm water and soap.

Check it out.

www.onlysmith.com

CHOSEN1 · 9 June 2016, 04:45 PM

run mine through the car wash lol

dave_dave · 9 June 2016, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

I throw mine in the washing machine every week when I do the laundry.

Likewise and straight to the dryer after.

J-E · 9 June 2016, 05:52 PM

i just keep it on my wrist while i take a shower. bit of soap and you are done

DJExplorer · 9 June 2016, 05:58 PM

Veraet for the luxury wash and soap 'n water for the regular.

crowncollection · 9 June 2016, 06:51 PM

Soap and water and a toothbrush

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CC415 · 9 June 2016, 10:52 PM

I clean mine with soap and water, and I'm always slightly surprised at the "black gunk" that sometimes crops up in the suds. I bought a Cape Cod cleaning kit a couple weeks ago and used it on one of my Cartier watches, but I didn't notice any difference.....I don't think I polished for long enough, because I know people have really great results with Cape Cod

Doug T · 9 June 2016, 11:59 PM

Veraet is the way to go along with their cloths, they are 1st rate!

speedolex · 10 June 2016, 12:46 AM

I run my Oyster's under cold water every week, wipe off with a towel, acts as a good preventative to remove sweat and sunscreen. I do not like the idea of scrubbing the stainless with a tooth brush, too abrasive for me.

But once a year I soak the bracelet in Windex for 15 minutes, shaking it back/forth while submerged every 5 minutes, this is the only way to get all that black gunk out that's deep within the links and pins which you can see at the bottom of the bowl in the photo. You'd be amazed what's hiding in there and ultimately making the weekly touchup's necessary.

I also use the opportunity of a detached bracelet to run a few strokes of 000 grit synthetic steel wool longways down the bracelet to remove surface scratches. End result is a sparkly fresh bracelet, ready for another year.

Boaters · 10 June 2016, 01:20 AM

Soap water and a toothbrush is probably the best, I have a big spray bottle of Veraet it works to but doesn't suds up but leaves no water spots I also have a nice ultrasonic cleaner that I use so there you go pick your poison.

zack777es · 10 June 2016, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by speedolex

I run my Oyster's under cold water every week, wipe off with a towel, acts as a good preventative to remove sweat and sunscreen. I do not like the idea of scrubbing the stainless with a tooth brush, too abrasive for me.

But once a year I soak the bracelet in Windex for 15 minutes, shaking it back/forth while submerged every 5 minutes, this is the only way to get all that black gunk out that's deep within the links and pins which you can see at the bottom of the bowl in the photo. You'd be amazed what's hiding in there and ultimately making the weekly touchup's necessary.

I also use the opportunity of a detached bracelet to run a few strokes of 000 grit synthetic steel wool longways down the bracelet to remove surface scratches. End result is a sparkly fresh bracelet, ready for another year.

Similar cleaning ritual for me except I soak the bracelet in Windex once every couple of months or so and refresh the bracelet using Scotch-brite scour pad (Cape Cod for PCLs) once a year.

GoingPlaces · 10 June 2016, 01:58 AM

I use Veraet with a soft toothbrush and a micro fiber cloth. Works well, however I can't really see a difference between Veraet and a mild detergent.

Relyt · 10 June 2016, 02:12 AM

I leave mine outside during a good thunderstorm. Rainwater is natural. Duh. :-)

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Chadridv · 10 June 2016, 02:16 AM

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Originally Posted by GoingPlaces

I use Veraet with a soft toothbrush and a micro fiber cloth. Works well, however I can't really see a difference between Veraet and a mild detergent.

I was a skeptic, but gave Varaet a try and am now a believer. It's pretty great stuff. But yes, if you break down the ingredients it's probably nothing more than a non-toxic cleaner/degreaser from the super market, like "method" brand or "seventh generation", or maybe "honest company".

18 April 2016, 06:28 AM	#1
b_hol "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Brett Location: Houston Watch: 5167A / SD4K Posts: 62	Cleaning your Rolex What's the preferred method of cleaning your Rolex? Soap and water or some other cleaners? Is there anywhere I can pick up a Rolex cleaning cloth for cleaning?

27 May 2016, 09:23 PM	#12
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	Most recently while in Lucerne, Switzerland, I let the pure Swiss rain wash it __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

27 May 2016, 09:49 PM	#15
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,475	Good one Al. __________________ E

9 June 2016, 06:51 PM	#22
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,215	Soap and water and a toothbrush Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ watches many

10 June 2016, 02:12 AM	#29
Relyt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Tye Location: Eastern US Watch: Rolex Explorer ii Posts: 1,464	I leave mine outside during a good thunderstorm. Rainwater is natural. Duh. :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ ~NEVER GIVE UP! 2005 Explorer ii 16570T

18 April 2016, 06:37 AM	#2
Mis3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 357	I myself use car shampoo to clean my 114060. I I soak the whole watch in the solution for 20-30 minutes and then use a toothbrush to clean the whole watch. Rinse with water and it is done.

18 April 2016, 08:00 AM	#6
JohnLT "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: JohnLT Location: Boston Watch: time fly Posts: 618	I just shower with it on.

18 April 2016, 08:03 AM	#9
Wesley Crusher "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Wes Location: Holosuite Posts: 6,345	I throw mine in the washing machine every week when I do the laundry.

18 April 2016, 08:15 AM	#10
stil Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: not stil Location: USA Watch: Rolex n Omega Posts: 1,327	Soap and water. Sometimes I put the bracelet in a ultrasonic bath to get the gunk out of the links.

27 May 2016, 03:20 PM	#11
d999ss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: LA Watch: EXPLORER II Posts: 126	Soap and water.

27 May 2016, 09:39 PM	#13
Secretariat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Michael Location: Philippines Posts: 1,730	I clean my watches with WristClean once a week.

27 May 2016, 09:52 PM	#16
DaveDhc "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Washington DC Posts: 222	I don't clean it. Looking at it, it isn't clear why I would need to. The watch seems fine. I do use window cleaner on the crystal in order to have a nice view of the dial.

9 June 2016, 03:35 PM	#17
d999ss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: LA Watch: EXPLORER II Posts: 126	Has anyone one on the board tried The Wash yet? It looks pretty promising, especially for the fact that Rolex recommends washing your watch with warm water and soap. Check it out. www.onlysmith.com

9 June 2016, 04:45 PM	#18
CHOSEN1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: space Posts: 510	run mine through the car wash lol

9 June 2016, 05:52 PM	#20
J-E "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 168	i just keep it on my wrist while i take a shower. bit of soap and you are done

9 June 2016, 05:58 PM	#21
DJExplorer "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: GA Posts: 403	Veraet for the luxury wash and soap 'n water for the regular.

9 June 2016, 10:52 PM	#23
CC415 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: C Location: NYC/Nashville/VT Posts: 67	I clean mine with soap and water, and I'm always slightly surprised at the "black gunk" that sometimes crops up in the suds. I bought a Cape Cod cleaning kit a couple weeks ago and used it on one of my Cartier watches, but I didn't notice any difference.....I don't think I polished for long enough, because I know people have really great results with Cape Cod

9 June 2016, 11:59 PM	#24
Doug T "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Doug Location: Anola, Manitoba Watch: GMT Master 11 Posts: 431	Veraet is the way to go along with their cloths, they are 1st rate!

10 June 2016, 12:46 AM	#25
speedolex Banned Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: NYC Posts: 1,231	I run my Oyster's under cold water every week, wipe off with a towel, acts as a good preventative to remove sweat and sunscreen. I do not like the idea of scrubbing the stainless with a tooth brush, too abrasive for me. But once a year I soak the bracelet in Windex for 15 minutes, shaking it back/forth while submerged every 5 minutes, this is the only way to get all that black gunk out that's deep within the links and pins which you can see at the bottom of the bowl in the photo. You'd be amazed what's hiding in there and ultimately making the weekly touchup's necessary. I also use the opportunity of a detached bracelet to run a few strokes of 000 grit synthetic steel wool longways down the bracelet to remove surface scratches. End result is a sparkly fresh bracelet, ready for another year.

10 June 2016, 01:20 AM	#26
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,652	Soap water and a toothbrush is probably the best, I have a big spray bottle of Veraet it works to but doesn't suds up but leaves no water spots I also have a nice ultrasonic cleaner that I use so there you go pick your poison.

10 June 2016, 01:58 AM	#28
GoingPlaces "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 5,356	I use Veraet with a soft toothbrush and a micro fiber cloth. Works well, however I can't really see a difference between Veraet and a mild detergent.

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