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··schizophrenic pizza orderer and watch collectorProblem is tool watches being worn by non tool people.
World needs a good “Harden the F🤬k up”
World needs a good “Harden the F🤬k up”
Omega easily scratched?
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Canuck
·Good to know , which alloy of stainless is omega using here?
If there was a grade of stainless steel that resisted scratches entirely, I’m certain Omega would be using it. Omega introduced cases and bracelets made of high tech ceramics for people like the OP. Before he exchanges his steel Omega for one of those, he should read up on how the ceramic ones can be BROKEN! I suggest he get used to scratches.
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Jrcigar
·I have the same watch (SM300) and don’t find it to be a particular scratch magnet. Mine is over 5 years old and looks great. I believe it’s 316L steel? But I can tell you for FACT that Rolex’s latest steel is MUCH more prone to scratching and dings. It might be more “salt/acid resistant” but is certainly a softer steel than 316.
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cicindela
··Steve @ ΩFMy titanium PO has nary a mark on it, which is why I thought that titanium was harder than SS.
Titanium is durable but it is not as scratch resistant. Titanium will scratch just like any other metals. The difference is: on titanium (hardest grade Ti-6/6/2) scratches will be very shallow, just barely on the surface and can be easily buffed out. Gold and platinum rings will scratch much deeper.
Titanium is durable but it is not as scratch resistant. Titanium will scratch just like any other metals. The difference is: on titanium (hardest grade Ti-6/6/2) scratches will be very shallow, just barely on the surface and can be easily buffed out. Gold and platinum rings will scratch much deeper.
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SpeedieinPhilly
·I ONCE wore my Rolex GMT II while using my Macbook Pro. Some mistakes you only make once in life.
(Macbook 1 / Rolex 0)
(Macbook 1 / Rolex 0)
The plastic on desks and tables in an office are very abrasive. I got a clear desk protector to protect my watches!
The finish on the MacBook Pro can do similar things. I have palm rest covers for that, too.
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aphexafx
·Good to know , which alloy of stainless is omega using here?
SAE 316L, aka A4 Stainless. They actually advertise this extensively. 👍
"OMEGA uses 316L stainless steel. Known for its corrosion-resistance and high lustre after polishing, this material is often the ideal choice for watches in both daily-use and high-stress situations such as diving and adventure."
Cheers!
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lbakken
·There are some variable, plus a bit of luck involved. The MacBook? That’s aluminum— which by itself is softer still. However, the surface is anodized to create aluminum oxide, which is super-hard.
Lots of desktops have a very thin, wear-resistant aluminum oxide overlay that can scratch watches.
A soft item can contain embedded grit, which is often silica: also really hard.
it’s a hostile world out there, but to my mind the sneakiest offenders are seat belt buckles. They can deliver a good whack and you might not even notice.
Lots of desktops have a very thin, wear-resistant aluminum oxide overlay that can scratch watches.
A soft item can contain embedded grit, which is often silica: also really hard.
it’s a hostile world out there, but to my mind the sneakiest offenders are seat belt buckles. They can deliver a good whack and you might not even notice.
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TheGreekPhysique
·I have palm rest covers for that, too.
Which ones would you recommend?
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SkunkPrince
·Which ones would you recommend?
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Om3ga321
·Scratches fade with time on my watches.
As I age so does my eyesight.
As I age so does my eyesight.
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marcn
·Permit this haiku
Scratches show that watches worn
Bear passage of time
Scratches show that watches worn
Bear passage of time
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vintage hab
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No true. Stainless steel 316L has a hardness of 79 HRB (hardness on Rockwell B scale). Titanium Grade 2 has a hardness of 80 HRB, so basically the same hardness. Titanium Gr 5 is much harder and is typically measured on the Rockwell C scale. It's rated at HRC 41, which is about equivalent to 110-115 HRB.
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Archer
··Omega Qualified WatchmakerNo true. Stainless steel 316L has a hardness of 79 HRB (hardness on Rockwell B scale). Titanium Grade 2 has a hardness of 80 HRB, so basically the same hardness. Titanium Gr 5 is much harder and is typically measured on the Rockwell C scale. It's rated at HRC 41, which is about equivalent to 110-115 HRB.
Yes, but this is deceiving in a way. Ti certainly acts softer when it comes to refinishing watch cases. For example if you are refinishing a Ti clasp, the writing on it can be obliterated in seconds if you are not careful - the same is not true for SS.
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vintage hab
·Yes, but this is deceiving in a way. Ti certainly acts softer when it comes to refinishing watch cases. For example if you are refinishing a Ti clasp, the writing on it can be obliterated in seconds if you are not careful - the same is not true for SS.
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Archer
··Omega Qualified WatchmakerDo you think the writing isn't as deep on Ti?
No. Honestly when you are refinishing, the material comes off way faster on Ti...
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lbakken
·No true. Stainless steel 316L has a hardness of 79 HRB (hardness on Rockwell B scale). Titanium Grade 2 has a hardness of 80 HRB, so basically the same hardness. Titanium Gr 5 is much harder and is typically measured on the Rockwell C scale. It's rated at HRC 41, which is about equivalent to 110-115 HRB.
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dlukask
·brushed steel shows a lot
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Scooterino36
·Oh, you’re one of those. You literally don’t know anything about anyone on this forum.
As for the rest of the “first world problems” / “wow you should demand your money back!” people: you’re on a forum to talk about watches. You’re already in the silly zone too.
Yes, I can live with the scratches. No, it doesn’t really matter and I could flush all these down the toilet for all I care.
I’m just asking the basic but apparently controversial question as to whether anyone else notices how easily these scratch. Some of my cheap watches just seemed obviously more durable, so I find it humorous.
Perhaps your Omegas are more finely finished than your cheaper watches, so the scratches are more noticeable to you?
OP, @aphexafx addresses your question regarding scratches and durability quite well on page 2.
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