Hi guys, happy to finally have my new Speedmaster 57'. Question to the experts... This watch was in the AD's showcase (not sealed up) and the bezel seems to have a bit of dis-coloring to it. The watch is new/mint no question and it seems normal over time, but I was curious on how to clean this without doing any damage? Is this aluminum or SS, any cloths I can use to clean the bezel up? Thanks everyone.
Hey Frunkinator, I usually clean mine with a microfiber cloth, and maybe I'll exhale on it a bit first. If you don't mind, could you tell me if your '57 does the same thing mine does? https://omegaforums.net/threads/possible-seconds-problem-with-speedmaster-57-9300.22063/
Lerx, going to be honest with you, my Chrono does not jump like that. Does the microfiber take that light taint off easily? I guess I could have asked Kimber, but I do not trust the guy doing the work in my AD's shop... They scratched my brand new Breitling bracelet when they were sizing it. I'm kind of a stickler about who does the work on my things. They're a fantastic AD, just not my preferred service center.
You might wait for someone who has. I have used them on stainless which was etched and it did nothibg but clean. The etching was fine after. Perhaps someone will chime in with thier results.
I don't know... And I'm afraid of using anything that would polish it since it's actually a brushed finish
I was just gonna say the same thing, start safe and use soap and water. If that doesn't work try a micro fiber cloth or a cape cod. If that doesn't work try some brasso or other metal polish and as always go slow and easy to see what works best. Good luck! And you can't really hurt metal with a cloth or a light cleaning compound.
You could also use Windex, which is effective in removing thin layer protective coating without hurting the metal.
Is it a ref. 331.10.42.51.03.001? If so, it is stainless. When looking at something like this, always start with the least invasive option first, so just a damp cloth. Then add soap if needed, then you could try something like vinegar (just dampen a cloth with it). I would avoid a cape cod cloth or other cloth with polishing compound embedded in it...using them on brushed finishes can result in very shiny parts...like this case back that was polished using a cape cod cloth... Cheers, Al
Well, after dealing with something that came up for me there will be no cleaning done... I've boxed her right back up. I'm forced to have to sell this already. Family responsibilities first and the AD won't take it back. It's in the sales thread of anyone is interested.