Logan7 2 Posted May 20, 2021 Hi Guys, Can you recommend anyone in London for a rep stainless steel strap scratch repair? Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadApple 13,081 Posted May 20, 2021 34 minutes ago, Logan7 said: Hi Guys, Can you recommend anyone in London for a rep stainless steel strap scratch repair? Thanks Use a scotch pad / cloth - works a treat on scratches 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redfire1066 10,947 Posted May 20, 2021 @Logan7 ... As suggested above . ... .. and below is the colour code for uses of "Scotch Brite" . ... . and I use "Cape Cod" for cleaning and mirror finishing if required ... top tip . .. wear rubber gloves when using "Cape Cod" . .. Colour Code General Applications Dark green Heavy duty cleaning, oxide removal Light green Cleaning, equipment maintenance, blending, intermediate finishing Maroon Fine finishing, cleaning, paint keying, light deburring, blending Light grey Very fine finishing, light cleaning Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Logan7 2 Posted May 20, 2021 Thanks guys. I'm a bit scared to do it on strap as its two tone mirror shiny squares in the middle. Will that not scratch it mirror part even further? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadApple 13,081 Posted May 20, 2021 21 minutes ago, Logan7 said: Thanks guys. I'm a bit scared to do it on strap as its two tone mirror shiny squares in the middle. Will that not scratch it mirror part even further? Shiney bit use Cape Cod cloth Stainless use scotch pad Cover shiney with tape if worried - that's what I do....... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Logan7 2 Posted May 20, 2021 Thank you so much for the help guys 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redfire1066 10,947 Posted May 20, 2021 (edited) @Logan7 . . You can use protective tape to protect the mirror finishes . .. . use a scalpel or razor blade wrapped in tape for your protection . .. ... or use a modeling knife to cut the tape near the joints of the links accurately. . .. or alternatively . .. brake down the links ... . . .. take into consideration that the bracelet links may taper down in size . . so remember to be sure which part of the links belong together .. . you could do this methodically by placing each broken down link into a dedicated envelope, money bag, egg box ... or by sticking the parts of that specific link onto a piece of masking tape and numbering its place on the bracelet .. . . .. TLC for watch refurbishment requires time and patience ... ... . and sometime dedicated tools and knowledge . .. . .. there are many Topics on RWG on these subjects . .. try using the search facility for helpful hints . .. .. a useful link for you below which may be good reading for you . https://www.great-british-watch.co.uk/how-to-polish-a-watch-case-and-bracelet/ Edited May 20, 2021 by Redfire1066 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SteveA 308 Posted May 20, 2021 Be careful if the shiny links are gold plated,too much rubbing may remove the plate.Otherwise as above Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Logan7 2 Posted May 21, 2021 Guys thank you so much fort all the help and advice, its much appreciated Share this post Link to post Share on other sites