Watch Clasp Scratch Removal

[@emraherdogan5286]

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[@heikg]

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[@Tinez87]

Dunt be daft 😂

[@yoshomiamoto]

The end result is INSANE. This certainly blew away my expectations on how much yoh can bring back a vintage watch. There are a few I am eyeballing RIGHT now and this video has given me the go ahead.

[@johnwang9914]

It's only because one of the five characteristics that the 5 in Seiko 5 represents, is a durable bracelet or strap hence the bracelet is a high quality steel bracelet. You may not be able to do this with all watches as the bracelet may have a base metal under a decorative layer, so it may be best to leave the scratches alone if it's not a true Seiko 5.

[@devolve42]

I usually don't mind these types of scratches at all because I think they help give a well-worn watch its unique character. But I have been curious to know whether something like this is doable. Nice video.

[@joemaroney57]

Not a bad job! I really like how you used the rotary tool but went back to touching it up by hand. Great video thanks bud.

[@andrewwilliams3524]

Change your name,invicta are rubbish mate

[@BillKinsman]

FYI, this technique will work perfectly (maybe even easier) for brushed titanium watches as well as brushed stainless steel. I was very happy to see the results on a Seiko I have. It looks like new!

[@ademkollari8992]

Hey Bill, are you sure this would work equally well on brushed titanium? I was shocked to discover they are actually more prone to scratches.

[@xedeno]

YES!!! works well on brushed Titanium.

[@GA-1st]

Very nice! For me, my first line of approach is to use a simple pencil eraser. It works wonders for very superficial scratches. Excellent video!

[@7eis]

Great tip with the scotch brite. Did the job fast. Fixed a piece to my workbench and moved the watch the full length of the pad.

[@malcolmlindley4465]

That was my thinking as well. More control over pressure and direction

[@swabby429]

I've polished mine with green Scotchbrite then finished it with a couple of treatments of "Brasso" liquid metal polish. It looks brand new.

[@class3nfadealer666]

I also use the green Scotchbrite pad, and it works perfectly!

[@cengizmermer6034]

can you please tell me more, I want to do it also by myself

[@rohittheinvincible]

That's an amazing finish you have got my friend. I appreciate the way u demonstrated using the scotch Brite home diy option.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Rohit Arvind thank you sir

[@rohittheinvincible]

@@MyRetroWatches Going to be trying the scotch Brite method very soon on one of the old swatch I bought recently ! Thank you . Respect for your skill !

[@dushyantnakul]

@@MyRetroWatches where are you from , can you do this for me?

[@doodsocaya9943]

I have the same watch which I got from my dad. ❤️ Thank you for shedding light on the age of the watch

[@JG-fg1ye]

This is the great think about polishing with abrasive finish, it doesn't have to be perfect and remove all scratches/dents as the bracelet will only get scratched again as soon as the watch is worn, brilliant video

[@garydejulio484]

Thanks!

[@stephenwooten4234]

Terrific and very informative video. Thanks for taking the time to show us these helpful techniques.

[@BillKinsman]

Thanks for this one. I was bumming because I scratched my new Citizen bracelet buckle and I tried a Scotch Brite 4X extreme scrub (purple) on it and it looks like new in about 5 minutes of very little effort. I also restored another one of my watch bracelets with the same pad and I am so happy! Thanks again for the tips!

[@MyRetroWatches]

Thank you thats great you restored yours.

[@randommusings48]

Wow. That's amazing result! Good to know this is achievable without having to bring it to a watch repair shop. Thanks for the video.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Thanks for watching!

[@mr.hammack7174]

Wow. I am astonished at the after as compared to the before. I will definitely be purchasing the products you have used. I hope to run a watch repair shop when I grow older. And a particular request, can you upload more watch restoration videos please. I would be most appreciative. Good day sir.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Mr. Hammack thank you . More videos always in the making

[@truxton1000]

I used 180 grade normal sandpaper on a 1960’s Seiko clasp, followed by the purple abrasive pad just like seen in this video. End result is a clasp that looks almost brand new. Had some deep scratches in certain areas but the 180 grade sandpaper removed that and the abrasive pad made it into an excellent brushed finished just like factory look.

[@Handlebar-MustDash]

ScotchBrite pads are amazing for refinishing brushed finishes to bracelets. Been using them for over a decade, worth every penny for the actual Scotch brand rather than cheaper scouring pad alternatives which do not last very long.

[@michaeldevito5575]

Hey Mike. I find the assortment of the wooden assortment of Ladies nail files kit from the Dollar store works well on stainless steel to. The kit has various grits and the files are nice and flexible.

[@jasonknott2309]

I thought it looked great with the scratches, but completely understand it’s not everyone’s cup of tea…. And have to admit it does look like a brand new clasp on the right side. Pretty incredible video.

[@shaneworden1325]

Well I have collect watches for a while and some really cheap crap. Now I have dwindled to only my good stuff. And stuff I can afford. I have been stricken with the watch repair and refinish bug. I have a cheap set of beginners watch tools and just got my first vintage watch. A Gruen precision 510 . A movie buff too and James Bond. So anyway. I subscribed!!!! Great video and I will definitely be using your technique. Thanks again.

[@20thCenturyCasio]

Hi, great vid, very useful... I assume the same technique can be applied to the bracelet as well as the clasp?

[@thegrassyknoll7792]

Nice work again, i have recently discovered that when using a coarse bosch sponge im getting a result like factory made, uniform deep and shallow lines, i then smoothes them out a bit with a fine steel sponge it gives the nice finish with deep and shallow lines like a new watch Best regards Allan🌞 From Denmark

[@nerychristian]

Can you make a video showing how to do it?

[@granto6738]

I need to do my omega seamaster where Did u get this sponge from?

[@thegrassyknoll7792]

@@granto6738 from a hardware store Its like the green ones used in the kitchen aso. Just coarse And the steel sponge are made from long steel chips and curled together but you need to try on some scrap steel and see the result before going to town on your seamaster just sayin ...it took me several attempt with alot of products before getting it right

[@ajh5124]

Nice detailed video! While I appreciate your technique for removing surface scratches on the bracelet clasp, a method I have used with excellent results is using a foam nail file.

[@marcilioantunes5610]

por favor, qual número da lixa que você usou?

[@MyRetroWatches]

I will soon be doing a new video of this using just two products and taking less time . Stay tuned.

[@imqsqs]

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[@iam6750]

@@imqsqs lol

[@harvardford8752]

Awesome video mate! I have a slight criticism, just a slight id remove the bracelet before polishing it just to be safe polishing does cause quite a bit of vibration which can slightly change the accuracy of the watch and enough to make it noticable otherwise, a great video!

[@stephenphillips4605]

Personally I use wet and dry paper with increasing grit to remove large scratches first. Then I place the scotchbrite pad on a table and move the bracelet or clasp lengthways along it, using the edge as a guide to maintain a straight grain.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Stephen Phillips hi that is how I started out but stainless is tough stuff and I work in the abrasives industry where there are some good products for doing it quicker. I made this video a while back and can’t quite believe the hit rate on this one against all my others. I have since changed how i do clasps and just use one large 1” unitised wheel and then a type of Scotchbrite to finish. Takes minutes to perform and I have recently removed someone’s name engraved on a clasp. I do plan to do another video showing this method as this one was in my early days and in my opinion not my best work.

[@NeithLeonhart]

My Retro Watches I recently found myself in the same situation and I plan on buying an electric solution. Do you already have plans on making said tutorial?

[@AdamSmith-fe9jf]

Doesn’t the bracelet scratch or get marred when you keep sliding it front and back on the table?

[@stephenphillips4605]

@@AdamSmith-fe9jf I pinch the bracelet together behind the clasp first so only the clasp has contact with the scotchbrite

[@mp180170]

Brilliant video thank you very much for posting this I’ve just bought a stainless steel coffee machine and I just wanna remove a couple of scratches this video was perfect thank you

[@mgwaite10]

You can get those 3M pads on a mandrill, they work really well. I refinished my 22 year old Seamaster strap back to original condition.

[@SkuttleBug1974]

MGwaite, how did you get the 3M pad on a mandrill? I have 2 seamasters I need to refinish

[@SpaceSpice]

This is very nice, thanks for sharing, was interesting to look on the process and detailed feedbacks about things

[@ShoopkoTubePranks]

good job! I'd just take off the watch first so that vibrations don't mess up the movement.

[@FireBlade57]

good tip

[@robertjordan7323]

Thanks Mike. I have a rotary tool just like that one. I'll give it a try. The 2 abrasive wheels, do you recall their abrasive level?

[@pinkmarshmallow352]

Well, it looks perfect to me! Very well demonstrated and explained video! TFS

[@MyRetroWatches]

+Pink Marshmallow thank you !

[@alfredobenavides8175]

That was an awesome job 👏🏼

[@airmojo]

I just tried the Scotch Brite Pads, Maroon (Very Fine, rated at 320 grits), and the Light Grey (Ultra Fine, rated at 800 grits) on one of my pocket knife blades that had a lot of scratches on it... worked really well... after that I used a 4-sided Nail buffing sponge block that has 4 different fine levels of grit to really polish up the knife blade... the blue Scotch Brite pad is rated at 1000 grit, usually used for dish washing.

[@emeraldhill8294]

Hope you added some spit as well.

[@airmojo]

@@emeraldhill8294 I used a little Ballistol lubricant/cleaner.

[@basshnter1997]

Makes me wish I would have kept my very first Seiko I bought in the mid 80's.

[@armandleroux74]

Just started my hobby of restoring old watches. This is brilliant and easy. Do you have more detail on the drimmel bits you used? Awesome Video

[@ersintemiz1270]

+1

[@petespurgeon7217]

Very informative & helpful , have used fine steel wool for polishing on an old Seiko & a few other old well worn watches, works great.Thanx P.S. Tx.

[@toddyrocks]

good tool for your guitar frets too !!

[@TheUltimateRecycler]

Excellent Mike, an impressive demo! 👍😊👏

[@jamesowendesign]

Nice work! Very simple

[@sandbuzz2944]

Amazing, now I have the courage to take my favourite watch to my local watchmaker for polishing.

[@NoctisMotus]

3M also make some nice and flexible polishing papers that are very useful.

[@CraigandJoan]

Thank you for this great video, well done! What a fantastic result!

[@marksenior7265]

thank you, just removed clasp scratch in 5 mins ..a happy bunny..

[@ariwicaksono9202]

Amazing,what we call the Rubber blue and brown mate si easly we could learn to use it.thanks and looking fwd for your answer

[@MrWynton5364]

Nice job. Now it has new brushed look.

[@chookchack]

My watch has scratches on its crystal, will def try this method.

[@swabby429]

Be careful with the glass. Make sure you don't polish for long periods of time with a motorized tool. It can heat up quickly and shatter the crystal. Be conservative with time. If you're doing it manually with Scotchbrite, you can be a bit more aggressive.

[@chrissywittmann6040]

beautiful design

[@robhepple9206]

Hi, excellent tutorial. Could you please put up a link to the rotary tool pads you used in this video, I've struggled to find any. Thank you, Rob.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Rob Hepple Hi and thanks for your comment. I am intending to do a revised video soon as I now only use two products. The wheel I use is not available on the open market but I am intending to buy some and make an eBay listing to accompany the video.

[@MyRetroWatches]

All the tools are now linked on my website Rob.

[@robhepple9206]

Hi Michael I can't find the flexible pads, around 5.24 mins on this video, on your website ?

[@bigal9022]

@@MyRetroWatches what's the website?

[@pekholtz]

There are some decoration holes that some watches have, some sort of simulated screws or hexagonal shapes imbedded, I never liked those, is there a way to fill them up, polishing them and make them go away?

[@داریوشتهرانی-و9ب]

Hi teacher, don't get tired, what is the rotation speed of that dynamo

[@bigteno4597]

Thank you for sharing your experience here. Much appreciated.

[@mumihp]

Awesome video. I was looking for something like this as I need to restore a watch that is all scratched up. I am going to try the scotch brite...and then use my Dremel tool if it doesn't work. Can you tell me the names of the wheels you used. I am looking to buy them from eBay. Thanks

[@andal7404]

Have you tried using a rotary tool? There are very cheap Dremel like tools on the market now. You can also soak the cotton bits into a corner of impregnated Cape Cod cloth.

[@flatlandking806texas]

who knew you could save stainless steel watches ?? wow, iam going to start looking for a project watch rn lol amazing end result there

[@ikveersodhi8552]

Just did the scrochbrite thing on my watch and i worked

[@morosso1968]

nice job! i need this. thank you!

[@martinsmith5998]

does this work as well on the watch heads? you do not have to lubricate the stainless steel to stop it over heating?

[@theindiapress]

that was truly brilliant ❤❤❤

[@brianwilliamson388]

Great video and one of many now ive watched . Thanks for making them. I have a Titanium watch needs a little TLC. So thanks for the info. BB

[@frankg3072]

Did you use any sort of abrasive compound on the rotary wheels and perhaps you could post a link as to the Dremel part number of the wheels. Thanks

[@MyRetroWatches]

No compound as they are abrasive wheels. I have a different technique now using only one to two products to which I will soon make a new video and a link to purchase the products.

[@davemack96]

@@MyRetroWatches any information on the two wheels you used please as have looked and cannot find any

[@vincentmaillot4733]

hello, with your rotary device when you use it on the edge you are on the rubber and not on the abrasive blue paper??

[@xuandiep4496]

Nice watch! I have the exact same one I inherited from my grandpa.

[@johnwang9914]

Nice, but the scratches are also a mark of a well used watch, a watch that has been used for what it was intended to be used for. The scratches are part of the character of the watch and the love bestowed upon it. A Seiko 5 is meant to be used every day. Note a durable bracelet or strap is one of the defined 5 characteristics that a Seiko 5 must have.

[@DrBroncanuus]

can this technique work on removing light scratches from chrome plated steel ?

[@MyRetroWatches]

No. You can’t remove scratches from chrome without removing the chrome.

[@anthlramirez]

I am watching every video i can. I've got a Breitling Super Ocean that has scratches from bracelet removal. Underside of the lugs is polished, and that's the only place I need to work on. Any suggestions?

[@japinoybettajapan]

Nice work ❤

[@rhino202]

Excellent! Thanks for sharing

[@sukruyildirim2072]

Cok guzel bir calisma

[@simondoutre6225]

I put my dremel in a vice... worked pretty well... hand finished with a super fine pad looks good. Do you think If I did this to watch and bracelet that has a full polished finish and is in good nick it'd work? I hate the full polish look so never wear that watch on bracelet looks cheap to me even though it isn't really. Its a Vintro Le Mans cheers

[@kevinmontoya7318]

I just used 3k grit sandpaper on my clasp left it chrome

[@lenworth11]

Very useful !

[@bomdia9952]

Hi, Great video. Do you have a link or any advise where to get a machine like this? I always use a bergeon 2290 hand buff to remove sharp edges on watch straps/cases but it's very time consuming. A machine like this would save alot of time. Thanks

[@MyRetroWatches]

It’s just a rotary tool like a Dremel. I have links to mine and the clamp on my website tool page. Link in the description

[@MrChrissy1r]

In engineering , especially lathe work, we use "Minky" abrasive wash up pads,, cheap as chips and last ages, will polish all steels in the lathe and or by hand!! But that said, I would never abrade a Rolex, or any part of it, the "wear marks or "patina" only add to the value!

[@ukdirector85]

Fantastic demo, I'm surprised by how god the results were DIY.

[@coreorbit2975]

I have a some solid copper with engravings on it. How do I get scratches off of that.

[@chachenaki_kichenancha]

Nice job done

[@mevagisseymedic]

Hi Mike can you use this prioedure on titanium bracelets.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Sorry I’ve never tried . In theory yes but at your own risk. I’d try a hot rite first before any harder abrasive or tools.

[@remus097]

Can you post a link with those rubber wheels please ? I can’t find them anywhere. Thank you!

[@MyRetroWatches]

Eve wheels. I buy them from Cousinsuk.com

[@remus097]

@@MyRetroWatches thank you for your answer, this will be very helpfull

[@martinlote7863]

Great video,nice watch.

[@kkanakis1957]

Nice diy .... if you're working with more than handful, look into a Foredom rotary tool, far superior, in quality, capabilities, and flexibility.

[@phugoid]

I suggest that the scratches not be removed at all. They give the watch character, plus retain the steel of the bracelet, quite a bit of which would be lost with all that buffing. YMMV, of course

[@jarredreguindin276]

What called to the polishing wheel?,what kind of material is that?Thanks for the answer

[@alessandrobacilieri7113]

Ottimo lavoro.. Bravo ed esaustivo

[@buzzufy]

Great job! Thanks for sharing this 👌 But there are now polishing agents that can be use to remove scratches. This is I think an old school trick but definitely works 👏

[@antoniogiop]

Okay like what please explain

[@technicalanalysis5485]

Please make a video on Ulysse Nardin 322-00 wrist watch repair

[@sabojawaki7126]

beautiful kind of tools

[@petem7118]

Especially when using scotchbrite it helps to rub the metal perpendicular to the run of the grain first… that will help pick up scratches across the metal… then you rub following the grain…

[@daproximus7833]

if that is an automatic watch i would remove the bracelet. the vibrations would set off the timing on the automatic.

[@xxTOXiCxVENOMxx]

Does that apply to all the WWII watches that dealt with constant gunfire and still kept time?

[@woody442]

@@xxTOXiCxVENOMxx Interesting question. It explains why I'm always late since the last earthquake happened...

[@xxTOXiCxVENOMxx]

@@woody442 yeah I pushed a shopping cart through the parking lot once and now my watch is 5 minutes off due to the cart shaking so violently

[@woody442]

@@xxTOXiCxVENOMxx This is helpful stuff. Education really is key to success in life! Do you plan on writing books?

[@xxTOXiCxVENOMxx]

@@woody442 I hope to be finishing my book on hydrophysics in the space time continuum soon! I’ll let you know when it’s available at your local Dollar General for pickup.

[@jeancgms75]

Good morning, I have a small collection of watches and I would like to buy more 2 old model Oakley but the bracelet has scratches. They are in brushed steel. Is that possible to take the scratch out and keep the same design or colour. In this model I wouldn’t like to see them bright but same brushed steel colour.

[@onlyonamonday]

I have a seamaster id love to have polished up but no way have I got the guts to do this. Interesting video , thanks

[@qasimahmed666]

Hey, this is not for expensive watches bro, if you want to polish expensive watch you have to be very gentle and super careful, dont use machines. You can use soft cotton or microfiber and some good polish like soft to medium (steel, or car polish) and remember the key to make perfect polishing is to take your time. Spend more time you will get better results. Good luck

[@malikbrahimi7504]

I want to do this for some scratched pots and pans but the grain is radial, is there anything I can do at home?

[@Justin-ml8id]

Awesome result! Is that brush sort of the same with the thing we use to brush pans?

[@MyRetroWatches]

Similar but containing more abrasive .

[@Palemaster13]

is this like common scots brite sponge, for general washing purposses, like kitchen sponge orso?

[@MyRetroWatches]

The stuff on sponges is the same product only on a sponge its much less abrasive as it would fetch all the lacquer off your plates and non stick coating on your pans. Scotchbrite is a trademark for 3m. It comes in many grades and stiffness. Its finding the right one to do the job that is important.

[@AlexAlex-zw5fc]

@@MyRetroWatches i bought something like u present us.. 600g! is it ok...? is it ultrafine?

[@eduk4387]

Next time please remove the bracelet as vibration can damage mechanical movements. Good results and thanks for sharing.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Very true, I was new to KZbin back when I filmed this one. Fortunately I can service my own watches but for anyone else who cant this is a very good tip so thank you for this.

[@renay83]

Wow. That was badass. Very impressive.

[@MrGrandis852]

I don't have the power tools, I use a dishwashing sponge instead lol, it works fine

[@MyRetroWatches]

yes that will work and its the same stuff only slightly lesser quality to what I used at the start of the video. The machine is to get under deep scratches that hand pads will struggle on or at least take a long time to cut under a scratch.

[@friedacanta4170]

Can I use the same technic for a belt buckle?

[@yudisetiawan7190]

Sir, Where to buy this toll ?? & price ? Please

[@alcapony5412]

Where did you get those rubberized wheel attachments? I’ve been looking for ages but can’t seem to find them

[@MyRetroWatches]

Cousinsuk

[@alcapony5412]

@@MyRetroWatches thanks!

[@concho22]

Hi, where do you get the abrasive wheels from for the dremel