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| Author: | mrcheatle [ Tue Dec 28, 2010 10:24 am ] |
| Post subject: | can you clean a watch too often? |
I understand that there are a hundred of cleaning threads...but not sure if there is one on this: Can you use the Cape Cod Cloth too much where it would hurt or even ruin the finish on your watch? |
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| Author: | br549 [ Tue Dec 28, 2010 10:27 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: can you clean a watch too often? |
mrcheatle wrote: I understand that there are a hundred of cleaning threads...but not sure if there is one on this: Can you use the Cape Cod Cloth too much where it would hurt or even ruin the finish on your watch? The cloths work by removing small amounts of metal with each use. So the answer is yes. I'm not sure exactly how much use would be required to do damage but consider the use of a Cape Cod on a brushed surface, it really doesn't take that much to convert it to polished. |
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| Author: | breanach78 [ Tue Dec 28, 2010 10:33 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: can you clean a watch too often? |
mrcheatle wrote: I understand that there are a hundred of cleaning threads...but not sure if there is one on this: I belive it can. It is just like a sand paper for watches and jewelry. If it was used on a area for a prolonged time it would leave a worn spot. I would say the main problem in using it would be over rounding corners. Ie edges of links, edges of bezels, screw heads. Etc.
Can you use the Cape Cod Cloth too much where it would hurt or even ruin the finish on your watch? |
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| Author: | Roffensian [ Tue Dec 28, 2010 11:09 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: can you clean a watch too often? |
Cape Cods are not for cleaning - they are for polishing, big difference! Over time they can change the dimensions / shape of the watch, but if you are only polishing the watch every month or two it's not a practical problem. |
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| Author: | daimlerblue [ Tue Dec 28, 2010 12:20 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: can you clean a watch too often? |
Possibly the wrong thing again but i have a cloth given to me by my AD to keep the piece clean on a daily or even more basis...........after showering i dry the piece with the cloth it seems to give a sort of polish and my SA  looks as clean as the day i bought it..  ...........albeit i full year today...  ......
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| Author: | sharkman [ Tue Dec 28, 2010 12:58 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: can you clean a watch too often? |
Quote: looks as clean as the day i bought it Clean or scratch free? A Cape Cod or Sunshine will remove scratches. What you are probably using is a simple micro-fiber cloth (same as you would use on a pair of eyeglasses), which is my preferred way to remove oils and shine the watch. I don't shower with a watch on, rather moisten part of a micro fiber cloth in hot water, wipe down the watch, then dry/shine with a clean, dry micro fiber. |
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| Author: | breanach78 [ Tue Dec 28, 2010 6:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: can you clean a watch too often? |
sharkman wrote: Quote: I don't shower with a watch on  I reckon do what I do. Mind your watch to the point of obsession!!!
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| Author: | onewatchnut [ Thu Dec 30, 2010 11:27 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: can you clean a watch too often? |
| Over the years I've opened far too many watch cases only to find a movement destroyed by water intrusion. I just don't get any watch near water, period! I know how proud we are of our 'lings, but it's not worth the risk to subject it to possible water damage. The same advice goes for shock, especially if you are left handed like me. Take the watch off before using a hammer, etc. I know these are shock resistant, but exposing it to repeated shock doesn't help it. There is a limit to how much inertial moment it can stand.
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| Author: | RJRJRJ [ Thu Dec 30, 2010 1:51 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: can you clean a watch too often? |
breanach78 wrote: sharkman wrote: Quote: I don't shower with a watch on I reckon do what I do. Mind your watch to the point of obsession!!!Ive tried showering with a watch on a few times and its truly a strange experience. |
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| Author: | breanach78 [ Thu Dec 30, 2010 1:54 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: can you clean a watch too often? |
RJRJRJ wrote: strange experience.  
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| Author: | RJRJRJ [ Thu Dec 30, 2010 2:37 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: can you clean a watch too often? |
breanach78 wrote: RJRJRJ wrote: strange experience. Scratching my body, bumping me in the head and face. Maybe im just clumsy 
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| Author: | Iantheklutz [ Thu Dec 30, 2010 2:44 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: can you clean a watch too often? |
RJRJRJ wrote: breanach78 wrote: RJRJRJ wrote: strange experience. Scratching my body, bumping me in the head and face. Maybe im just clumsy The worst is when the rider tabs snag your hair! You've heard of sweater killers? Try scalp killers!  
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| Author: | breanach78 [ Thu Dec 30, 2010 2:51 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: can you clean a watch too often? |
Iantheklutz wrote: RJRJRJ wrote: breanach78 wrote: Scratching my body, bumping me in the head and face. Maybe im just clumsy The worst is when the rider tabs snag your hair! You've heard of sweater killers? Try scalp killers! I was thinking more of . . . . . . worry
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