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Author:  gilla81 [ Mon Aug 22, 2011 8:26 am ]
Post subject:  Cape Cod Clothe, how do you keep your watch clean?
I recently bought an Omega PO, and was wondering what the best way to keep it clean would be? I've heard of a cape cod clothe or something like that, has anyone used one? Any other suggestions as to how to keep it clean? I have the stainless bracelet, what do you do when you get scuffs on it? Thanks guys!
Author:  Iantheklutz [ Mon Aug 22, 2011 8:53 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Cape Cod Clothe, how do you keep your watch clean?
If you use the handy-dandy search bar, there are loads and loads of threads about Cape Cod cloths.

In short, use Cape Cod cloths on polished surfaces and keep it away from the crystal as it will remove AR coating. If you are looking to get a brushed finish, use a bit of Scotch Brite pad to removed swirls/
Author:  Roffensian [ Mon Aug 22, 2011 9:53 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Cape Cod Clothe, how do you keep your watch clean?
Cape Cod isn't for cleaning though, that's for polishing. For cleaning, again search can help you out, but many people use a soft toothbrush with diluted Simple Green or dish soap.
Author:  nr123 [ Mon Aug 22, 2011 7:50 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Cape Cod Clothe, how do you keep your watch clean?
I always end up with a film, it looks very shiny and the next day it's got a film - I probably am doing something wrong.
Author:  sharkman [ Mon Aug 22, 2011 8:39 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Cape Cod Clothe, how do you keep your watch clean?
nr123 wrote:
I always end up with a film, it looks very shiny and the next day it's got a film - I probably am doing something wrong.



I'm just taking a wild guess here, going way out on a limb - the "film" is finger prints and simple body oils that accumulate on the SS during a typical days wearing. It's unavoidable. Just get a micro-fiber cloth, wet down a corner with hot water, and wipe down the watch starting with the crystal. (finger prints on the crystal's AR drives me nuts) It takes 15 seconds.

Especially on a polished watch, wiping it down daily is just part of the deal. Like you would clean a pair of glasses in the morning.
Author:  F14D_Tomcat [ Mon Aug 22, 2011 11:05 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Cape Cod Clothe, how do you keep your watch clean?
I'm just using an optical rag which works best for me. If you do that daily, you keep you watch clean and shiny in no time.
Author:  Roffensian [ Tue Aug 23, 2011 4:18 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Cape Cod Clothe, how do you keep your watch clean?
nr123 wrote:
I always end up with a film, it looks very shiny and the next day it's got a film - I probably am doing something wrong.



If you are getting a film with cpe cod then you probably aren't rinsing / wiping it off afterwards and that's the dry polish.
Author:  Endless [ Tue Aug 23, 2011 5:35 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Cape Cod Clothe, how do you keep your watch clean?
I recently purchased the cape cod clothes for my Navi and love it, the polish lasts for awhile and could blind people for being so bright. When applying, let the polish sit for a few minutes then take off with a nice microfiber towel.
Author:  gilla81 [ Tue Aug 23, 2011 6:57 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Cape Cod Clothe, how do you keep your watch clean?
It sounds like the cape cod clothe is better for bracelets that have a shiny polished finish, is that right? I'm not sure what the correct term is, but my Omega PO is more of a brushed kind of a stainless steel, not quite as shiney of a bracelet. Their are parts that are polished, but in spefific spots. What would be best for keeping mine clean? And what about scrateches on the bracelet near the clasp? How do you handle those? I'm pretty sure it's impossible to avoid scratches on the bracelet if you're going to wear it, so I figured I would just have the scratches buffed out by a professional every couple of years or so. I"m new to the luxury watch world, so am really looking for some guidance from the seasoned pros on this site to give me advice. Thanks everyone!
Author:  sharkman [ Tue Aug 23, 2011 7:05 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Cape Cod Clothe, how do you keep your watch clean?
gilla81 wrote:
It sounds like the cape cod clothe is better for bracelets that have a shiny polished finish, is that right? I'm not sure what the correct term is, but my Omega PO is more of a brushed kind of a stainless steel, not quite as shiney of a bracelet. Their are parts that are polished, but in spefific spots. What would be best for keeping mine clean? And what about scrateches on the bracelet near the clasp? How do you handle those? I'm pretty sure it's impossible to avoid scratches on the bracelet if you're going to wear it, so I figured I would just have the scratches buffed out by a professional every couple of years or so. I"m new to the luxury watch world, so am really looking for some guidance from the seasoned pros on this site to give me advice. Thanks everyone!



If I were you I would keep the Cape Cod away from your PO. It is for polishing, not cleaning, and literally will turn your brushed PO into a polihsed PO if you use it!

Scratches on a brushed clasp are easy to remove. Many here, me included, cut a 1"X1" square from a unused ScotchBrite pad, then carefully brush the clasp in the direction of the factory brushing. Use light pressure and relatively short, straight strokes. You can gauge it youself if you need to apply more pressure.

I've touched up Omega and Breitling clasps this way and turned 2 polished Breitling Deploys for rubber into brushed the same way. It is really quite easy.

The entire process will take you less than 5 minutes and you will be amazed.
Author:  gliebig [ Tue Aug 23, 2011 8:20 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Cape Cod Clothe, how do you keep your watch clean?
I've never used one of these cape cod cloths before so this may be a dumb question.. Can I use it on my two-tone crosswind bracelet?
Author:  Roffensian [ Tue Aug 23, 2011 8:29 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Cape Cod Clothe, how do you keep your watch clean?
gliebig wrote:
I've never used one of these cape cod cloths before so this may be a dumb question.. Can I use it on my two-tone crosswind bracelet?



Yes.

It will remove a microscopic amount of metal, and the gold on the TT is both softer than steel and a thinner sheet over base metal so you wouldn't want to be doing it every week, but it will polish gold.
Author:  gilla81 [ Tue Aug 23, 2011 12:21 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Cape Cod Clothe, how do you keep your watch clean?
sharkman wrote:
gilla81 wrote:
It sounds like the cape cod clothe is better for bracelets that have a shiny polished finish, is that right? I'm not sure what the correct term is, but my Omega PO is more of a brushed kind of a stainless steel, not quite as shiney of a bracelet. Their are parts that are polished, but in spefific spots. What would be best for keeping mine clean? And what about scrateches on the bracelet near the clasp? How do you handle those? I'm pretty sure it's impossible to avoid scratches on the bracelet if you're going to wear it, so I figured I would just have the scratches buffed out by a professional every couple of years or so. I"m new to the luxury watch world, so am really looking for some guidance from the seasoned pros on this site to give me advice. Thanks everyone!



If I were you I would keep the Cape Cod away from your PO. It is for polishing, not cleaning, and literally will turn your brushed PO into a polihsed PO if you use it!

Scratches on a brushed clasp are easy to remove. Many here, me included, cut a 1"X1" square from a unused ScotchBrite pad, then carefully brush the clasp in the direction of the factory brushing. Use light pressure and relatively short, straight strokes. You can gauge it youself if you need to apply more pressure.

I've touched up Omega and Breitling clasps this way and turned 2 polished Breitling Deploys for rubber into brushed the same way. It is really quite easy.

The entire process will take you less than 5 minutes and you will be amazed.


Thanks Sharkman!! So I guess between your advice on how to address scratches on the bracelet and other feedback I've received, all I need to do is clean it with a little soap and water, dry it, and I'm good to go. Sounds easy enough.



Just out of curiousity, how would one deal with scratches on a polished bracelet?
Author:  sco [ Tue Aug 23, 2011 12:43 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Cape Cod Clothe, how do you keep your watch clean?
Cape Cod!!
Author:  Roffensian [ Tue Aug 23, 2011 4:14 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Cape Cod Clothe, how do you keep your watch clean?
gilla81 wrote:
Thanks Sharkman!! So I guess between your advice on how to address scratches on the bracelet and other feedback I've received, all I need to do is clean it with a little soap and water, dry it, and I'm good to go. Sounds easy enough.



Just out of curiousity, how would one deal with scratches on a polished bracelet?



I think that you are still confusing cleaning and polishing / refinishing.

1) Cleaning any watch - diluted Simple Green / dish soap and soft toothbrush
2) Removing scratches from a polished surface - cape cod
3) Removing scratches from a brushed finish - ScotchBrite
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