How to polish watch glass and get rid of scratches?

Any thing wears out over time and becomes unusable. The same situation applies to wristwatches. Even if you wear them carefully, you still won’t be able to avoid minor scratches on the glass and scuffs on the body. Moreover, such defects not only spoil the aesthetics, but also impede the visibility of the dial. If the scratches are shallow and there are no chips, then you can even polish the glass on your watch yourself, without contacting a watchmaker. If, for example, a child seriously scratched the glass of a watch due to his inattention, then only a master can correct such a defect, perhaps with a complete replacement of the damaged part.

Removing scratches from the case and bracelet of a watch

It is worth warning right away that if it was not possible to avoid deep scratches and chips on a case made of gold, coated with precious metals, a protective special coating or with a satin (matte surface), then you will have to contact the service for professional polishing of the coating - amateur attempts to eliminate these defects can ruin the watch.

Scratches on the watch case

You can polish a wristwatch or a stainless steel metal bracelet yourself, which will require a little time , patience and materials that can be easily purchased in specialized stores.

Protective case Spiegen

The Apple Watch smartwatch has a very beautiful design. However, the difficulty lies in maintaining their beauty when you, for example, ride in the mountains, do rock climbing, or just do some kind of amateur activity.

To save yourself from worrying about those dreaded scuffs or scratches on your Apple Watch, we've got you covered with a wear-resistant, durable Spiegen case that keeps your watch securely on your wrist without interfering with notifications and fitness data collection.

The case is made of high-temperature polyurethane and polycarbonate, which allows you to protect the watch from branches, stones, accidental impacts and falls. At the same time, the case can be used with your standard strap without any problems. Air Cushion technology further enhances protection while keeping the case relatively thin. Spiegen does not make it difficult to control the Apple Watch at all, and the 2mm frame protects the screen from scratches.

Price of Spiegen Tough Armor Case: 1470 rubles.

What materials will be needed?

To polish the case with your own hands you will need :

• polishing cloth intended for polishing jewelry;
• a good brand of cleaner and its analogues;
• manicure block for polishing nails;
• scraps of soft cloth or napkins for wiping glasses.

Polishing can be done on stainless steel watches without bluing, gilding or other coatings. a glossy area does not appear in place of the scratch .

To get rid of minor abrasions and scratches, defective areas are polished with the dark side of a polishing cloth, and then the surface is polished with its light side to a shine (with the exception of the matte case and bracelet).

If the abrasions and scratches are of medium size, then polish the defective areas with a piece of soft cloth , having previously applied a cleaner or its equivalent to it.

The movements must be circular and precisely localized to the scratch site.

Until there is no trace left of it, after which, using a soft cloth or napkin for wiping glasses, the treated area is polished to a shine.

You can also satin the bracelet yourself in a simple way, as evidenced by reviews on the forums. It is usually recommended to use a high-quality eraser (you can use a pencil eraser - it will be convenient) to eliminate scuffs and minor scratches.

Watch polishing eraser

To repair a small chip or deep scratch on uncoated stainless steel, you can use a manicure block to polish your nails , and then polish the top of the case or bracelet.

No matter how carefully you handle your watch, over time it will inevitably develop minor defects in the form of scratches. This not only spoils their appearance, but also makes it difficult to see the position of the hands on the dial. If the glass is scratched, you can use one of the methods below and sand the glass yourself, taking into account the type of material from which it is made.

Polishing a watch bracelet

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Watch cases are made from different materials. Most often these are metals, for example, gold, titanium, steel. Plastic is also used, but such products are less durable.

Bracelets are usually made from the same material as the case. When worn, they behave differently, wear out and are damaged in their own way. Let's look at the characteristics of the most common ones:

1. Stainless steel. The metal is durable and hard, resistant to scratches, as a result of which it retains its external presentability for a long time.
2. Gold. Quite soft, subject to mechanical stress. If a case made of this metal is not treated with rhodium, which protects the surface, it will easily scratch and dent.
3. Titanium. Lightweight, resistant to almost any major damage, but small ones appear on it without problems.

To polish a bracelet made of any material, you must first disconnect it from the case, then clean it of dust, dirt, including human sweat and skin particles.

Steel products are the easiest to grind. For this purpose, double-sided jewelry fabric is used. First, the bracelet is processed with the dark, rough side, then it is brought to the desired result with the softer, lighter side. If the surface is not glossy, but matte, this method is also suitable, but you need to polish more carefully and gently.

Significant scratches and scuffs can be removed with a fiberglass brush. Using sweeping movements, we clean out the defect very carefully so as not to leave new marks. If there is a lot of damage, you can use a buff to polish your nails. Both are sold in cosmetic stores. When using these products, you need to protect your hands with gloves.

Precious metals require a more careful approach. To polish them, you need a simple white toothpaste without abrasive particles, a soft toothbrush, or a child's brush, or a soft, lint-free cloth. These products easily clean any dirt, and the surface acquires a pleasant shine. The only rule is not to press too hard, because gold, for example, may be damaged by excessive force.

No less good polishing products are cosmetic powder and baby talc.

You can also get rid of defects on titanium at home. This lightweight metal has hypoallergenic properties, is beautiful and looks good in bracelets. Clean it with a rubber eraser, plain toothpaste, a soft toothbrush and a lint-free cloth, such as a microfiber cloth for cleaning glasses or equipment.

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Scratches are removed with a rubber band, rubbing it in one direction. Next, use toothpaste as a grinding agent. Then it must be removed, this must be done very carefully and thoroughly, it should not get clogged between the links or other elements of the bracelet. Finally, the product is polished with a napkin.

If independent actions do not lead to the desired result, contact a watch service. Professionals remove scratches using special machines and seal the dents.

How to remove small scratches from organic glass?

Plastic watches and plastic glass (also called organic) are the most budget-friendly options. The disadvantage of such glass is rapid clouding when it is constantly in contact with clothing. To remove scratches from glass at home, you will need:

• GOI paste No. 1;
• abrasive tooth powder or paste or soap;
• soft cloth (preferably microfiber);
• water.

Sequencing:

1. Remove the glass from the watch case and carefully remove all dirt from its surface with microfiber.
2. Place the clean glass and, constantly wetting it with water, use wave-like movements with equal pressure to polish the glass on the watch until there is no trace of scratches left and the surface becomes matte.
3. Soak a little paste or soap in water , apply to the surface of the glass and continue polishing it for another 10-20 minutes.
4. Wipe the ground glass clean and place it back into the watch case.

This is how you can polish a scratch on a watch glass, completely eliminating its traces, and the glass will look like new . You can polish the mineral glass of a wristwatch in the same way.

Rules for eliminating deficiencies

Scratches and chips usually appear on glass. Since wristwatches are considered fragile items, they must be treated with care. They also need to be constantly looked after to prevent deterioration in appearance.

Polishing glass from scratches should not be done with paper. Even if it was recommended to use by someone I know. Nowadays, rough and thick paper is produced, as well as ink containing contaminants. Therefore, such an effect on glass negatively affects matte and glossy coatings.

The glass cleaning procedure is a special science. After completion of work, the surface should not be wiped with a dry, rough cloth, especially if hot water and aggressive detergents were used. But soft material, such as gauze or fiber, is perfect.

Watch glass can be polished using laundry soap. But it is much better to use a special product that will perfectly clean the surface. If washing or cleaning powders are used, you should ensure that abrasive particles are completely dissolved. The work should be done carefully.

Medium scratches

To eliminate medium-depth scratches, you will need the same materials as for small scratches, but GOI paste is not only No. 1, but also No. 2 and No. 3, as well as a piece of leather or felt .

A piece of leather for polishing watches

Steps:

1. Remove the glass from the watch case and with microfiber to remove all dirt.
2. Apply a little GOI paste to microfiber moistened with water and polish the glass with the same wave-like movements until noticeable scratches disappear, then replace the paste with No. 2 and continue polishing. To eliminate micro-scratches, use paste No. 1.
3. When the surface of the glass becomes perfectly matte, wash off the GOI paste, dry the glass with dry microfiber, apply tooth powder or paste to it and continue polishing with microfiber dipped in water for about 15 minutes.
4. Clean the glass and put it back into the watch case.

Tooth powder for watch polishing

What to do before polishing your Apple Watch or iPhone screen

Polishing your Apple Watch and iPhone should begin with cleaning the screen. It is enough to walk over the surface with a cotton pad soaked in cleanser. All small holes and connectors must be covered with masking tape. This is a mandatory item, as liquid that gets inside can cause serious damage.

Scratches appear as a result of mechanical damage and improper use.

Removing deep scratches

In addition to the above materials, you will need:

• GOI paste numbers from 1 to 4;
• medium and fine grit sandpaper.

Sequencing:

1. Remove the glass from the watch case and clean it with microfiber to remove all dirt.
2. Begin polishing in a wave-like motion using medium-grit sandpaper.
3. Go to GOI No. 4 to remove the most noticeable irregularities, then to GOI No. 3 and No. 2, and finally to fine-grained sandpaper .
4. To eliminate micro-scratches and make the glass matte, use GOI No. 1 for polishing.
5. To restore the glass's glossy shine, polish its surface with the same wave-like movements using tooth powder or soap for at least 10-15 minutes.
6. Clean the glass and put it back into the watch case.

Sandpaper for polishing watches

A little history

The first mention of a clock dates back to the end of the 16th century. Back then they were called bracelets. The first such product was presented to Queen Elizabeth 1 of England. This watch cost a fortune, as it was decorated with diamonds and a scattering of pearls.

For a very long time, only the upper strata of the population could afford them. Moreover, the product was worn exclusively by women until the beginning of the 20th century.

Then cheaper alloys began to be used to make watches. And the accessory has become ubiquitous. Every person could afford its cheap analogue. So, thanks to Robert Dudley, watches have not gone out of fashion for more than four centuries.

Sapphire crystal

Sapphire glass, although it has maximum hardness, is at the same time very fragile. It is best to have it polished by professionals in a watch or jewelry workshop. However, such a need is unlikely to arise, since only extremely hard material, for example, diamond, can leave a scratch on it.

The watches that we constantly use and get used to also need our care. Spend a little time - and they will shine like new, and not a trace will remain of minor scratches.

Rules for general watch care

A wristwatch is an accessory that is in constant use. We get so used to them that sometimes they seem to be an integral part of us. They say that without a watch is like without hands. In order for this part of us to serve as long as possible, it requires care and attention. Spend a little free time and your watch will shine like new. To extend their service life, try to follow simple care rules:

1. After wearing, it is better to put your watch away in a separate box, avoiding contact with other small household items.
2. Do not delay replacing cracked glass to prevent dust from entering the dial and mechanism.
3. Remove your watch at night to avoid damaging it while you sleep.
4. Leave your watch in the locker room when you shower, bath or sauna. High temperatures and humidity will not do them any good.
5. Periodically carry out professional preventive maintenance in specialized workshops.

A watch storage box is one of the most popular ways to protect a watch from external influences.
In order to enjoy wearing your favorite wristwatch model for as long as possible, you need to ensure proper care for it. As it turned out, no special effort is required in this direction - your free time, desire and quite accessible materials. But, if you are not sure that you can cope on your own, then repair shops are always at your service.

Regular cleaning will give the product a stylish appearance, extend the life of the mechanism, and remove scratches and damage.

Beats Powerbeats 3 headphones

Are you going for a run? Perfect solution! Especially when you can leave your phone at home. The Apple Watch can not only count your every step, but also has enough internal memory to store a lot of rhythmic music that will support you during difficult workouts. However, you'll still need to somehow get that music to your ears, since admittedly, the Apple Watch's built-in speaker is pretty quiet. Luckily, we have the comfortable Beats Powerbeats 3 wireless headphones that work via Bluetooth and won't fall out while you're running.

These are the perfect headphones with excellent sound, a sleek plastic body and an impressive 12 hours of battery life. In addition, the built-in microphone allows you to take calls, and there is a volume control.

Price Beats Powerbeats 3: 12.5 thousand rubles.

CMRA - camera strap

There have long been rumors that Apple will finally install a camera in its smartwatches, but this has not yet been done. And to be honest, we don't even suffer without a camera in the watch. Although, if you really need it, you can get two at once with a CMRA Watch strap. By the way, the cameras are quite decent - 8 MP for main photos and 2 MP for selfies.

The highlight of CMRA is the ability to make video calls directly from your wrist.

This accessory is not yet available for sale, but you can pre-order it with delivery in the first half of this year.

CMRA Watch strap price: $169.

Griffin Travel Power Bank - Backup Battery

The Apple Watch battery provides decent battery life, but we always want more. The next time you find your watch running low on battery at the most inopportune moment, the compact, keychain-sized Griffin battery charger will be your savior. The capacity of the hiking battery is 1050 mAh and this will be more than enough for two full charges of your power-hungry watch.

Instead of cumbersome cables, Griffin has a built-in magnetic pad for wireless charging of the Apple Watch, and the entire body of the device is smaller than a business card. In addition, you can monitor the charge level of the backup battery using an LED indicator.

Griffin Travel Power Bank price: 5150 rubles.

WatchKeeper case

If you want to keep your Apple Watch safe and charge it at the same time, the WatchKeeper case fits the bill. This stylish container is available in black and brown. It is an ideal storage accessory for Apple Watch because... The MagSafe connector and charging cord fit neatly under the watch when it's inside.

When you wear your Apple Watch (hopefully you do most of the time), the case can be used to store the cable and charger. The WatchKeeper Case features a durable leather lining and solid steel casing to keep your precious Apple Watch protected from damage.

WatchKeeper price: $59.95.