That was excellent!! Just took the mirror finish off the center links of a 40mm pro diver. Huge improvement, looks really good!! Tks for the scotch brite video
Great job, looks so much better brushed, I’m about to do this on my G-Shock GMW-B5000, it’s a brand new watch which I love but I really hate the high polish on the case/lugs so I’m going to do this, bit nervous but i reckon it will be ok, thanks for video 👍🏻
@ yeah I did the bracelet it looks so much better ! Im a little bit afraid of the zone around the square and the buttons idk how to say that in english lol. How have you done this zone ?
Looks much better. Thanks. I am considering doing this with a Casio GST-B500. I don't like shiny polished steel either and it is supposed to be a tool watch anyhow. An easy straightforward method!
Looks day and night better! I have 6 Breitling's and a couple of Rolex's that need 'touch-ups' and rather then using my Dremel, I'm going to use your method. I'm older Viet Vet and have resisted subscribing in the past but your video is very professional and I'm sure I'll gain much needed knowledge from others you've posted! Thanks, a million!
I use the back side of a heavy duty sponge. They are meant to be used for brushing steel pans so win/win. And if you give the strap a soft polish with a Mototool or Dremel it will shine even more.
@@HeartofTexasArmory nice video thanks for sharing. I do a lot of this type of stuff. Some comments: 1. As the other chap said, always finish with a bit of autosol polish and some gentle strokes. You can use normal A4 paper for this step with the polish. Cut to size. 2. The finish you have on the watch case is actually not brushed. It’s a satin finish. And the finish you (kinda) have to your bracelet is also a satin finish. Brushed is when the lines are all straight, joined and very distinctive. Think AP royal oak bezel for brushed. 3. I would have taped off the existing links that were already satin finished and only brushed the center links. You can use painters tape or thermal tape. You will then get a two toned finish for your bracelet. 4. If anyone screws up, instead of more crazy hard strokes with the scotch brite pad, first use some autosol metal polish to removed the existing scratch lines, and then start again. 5. To keep the lines nice and even, use some double sided tape on a piece of wood. Place the bracelet on the double sided tape to secure it. Next put the pad or sandpaper etc on a flat table. Secure it to the table. Now, place the wood and bracelet on the sandpaper, and use a black marker pen to trace the two sides on the pard or paper. Finally, brush the bracelet against the pad/paper with the same pressure and direction. The finish will be much nicer. Hope this helps others. Best wishes from Singapore
John use the same techniques on the watch head itself. Just take a bit more care. You really have to make sure your brush lines are straight and follow the watch lines.
I brushed the center links of 2 Vostok braclets. I am really not completely Saturday died with it. I used the same pad, I going to try it again. This was very helpful. Vostok does make some very interesting watches for cheap.
HI, could you tell me if the solid link Bostok bracelet tapers? I'mm trying to buy a replacement clasp for it before it even arrives. Great video, really changed my mind about buying the bracelet.
@rosencrantz haha we are on the same boat my friend. That is why Im here because i ordered a pagani daytona a month ago but still hasnt arrived due to the covid situation.
I have orange scotch brite pads where I am (in Korea), and haven't yet come across green ones. Is there much of a difference? Will the orange ones work do you think? Thanks.
@@RoadcraftNottingham what's the difference between the 7447 maroon Scotch Brite and the Green one that's used on this video?? Want to get the correct one
@@Digital_Ken I can only guess the grade. I have now used the 7447 and they look perfect. Just be careful to mask off the bits you don't want doing, I used insulation tape and make sure you go in dead straight lines several times to make it even.
The problem with this method is that the ends of each polished link, which are below the surface he is brushing, will remain polished. You will have to curve the bracelet and brush each curved side, which is is hard to do.
So I know about watches but this one I don't know anything about I could be I'm completely ignorant to this watch but I know my eyes work he said vostok but on the face I see "BOCTOK" I'm pretty sure my eyes are playing tricks on me is it a boctok or a vostok? And why does the vostok say boctok
@@HeartofTexasArmory that's actually pretty amazing if you think about it they actually had to personalize the face and name to the language of the country was given to you imagine if Rolex had to put the language on every watch that was shipped to each country that would be crazy
I would love to see this done to a gold watch bracelet. I'm in the market for a Rolex gold submariner, but I don't like the polish center link. Since gold is softer do you suggest I apply less pressure or use another pad?
That was excellent!! Just took the mirror finish off the center links of a 40mm pro diver. Huge improvement, looks really good!! Tks for the scotch brite video
I will do the same to mine hate the mirror polish
Wasn't expecting much, but that really brought it to life.
Yes it did.
Thanks for sharing this. I absolutely hate polished bracelets on tool watches. Now so can fix mine.
Great job, looks so much better brushed, I’m about to do this on my G-Shock GMW-B5000, it’s a brand new watch which I love but I really hate the high polish on the case/lugs so I’m going to do this, bit nervous but i reckon it will be ok, thanks for video 👍🏻
Same here. How did it turned out ?
@ absolutely brilliant mate, looks great, the polished case was awful, so not me but an hour brushing and it’s the greatest watch ever, do it mate.
@ yeah I did the bracelet it looks so much better ! Im a little bit afraid of the zone around the square and the buttons idk how to say that in english lol. How have you done this zone ?
@@jules1638 absolutely perfect, i couldn’t stand the shiny bezel, quick job and it’s the perfect square 👍🏻
@ absolutely great, it was easier than expected and looks brilliant, so much better now it’s brushed 👍🏻
Perfect! I actually looked this up to use the technique on the exact same bracelet
Looks much better. Thanks. I am considering doing this with a Casio GST-B500. I don't like shiny polished steel either and it is supposed to be a tool watch anyhow. An easy straightforward method!
Looks really good . I am going to try it . Thanks.
Excellent result! Can't believe it. With only scotch
Looks great I’m gonna try it tomorrow.
Nice tutorial. Gonna do it for new bracelet to match brushed 710 case.
Nice! I'm sure it will turn out great!
Thanks for the tutorial! I’m going to try brushing the casing of my Apple Watch 8
Thanks I might just do that to mine, not sure if I really like the highly polished look.
Awesome tutorial. Thank you!
Omg it looks amazing, I'm gonna brush my Pagani Design pd1716 bracelet. And maybe the case too.
Looks day and night better! I have 6 Breitling's and a couple of Rolex's that need 'touch-ups' and rather then using my Dremel, I'm going to use your method. I'm older Viet Vet and have resisted subscribing in the past but your video is very professional and I'm sure I'll gain much needed knowledge from others you've posted! Thanks, a million!
The Dremel would have been very risky. Hope it turned out well.
I use the back side of a heavy duty sponge. They are meant to be used for brushing steel pans so win/win. And if you give the strap a soft polish with a Mototool or Dremel it will shine even more.
Thanks a lot!!! This did the trick for my invicta in just a few minutes.
Great tip! I too prefer the brushed versus polished center look-
Excellent videos
Thank you very much!
Nice job. Simple, effective. I finish with a couple of drops of automotive chrome polish. Smooths out everything but leaves the brushed look.
Nice tip! Will definitely give that a shot the next time I need brushing.
@@HeartofTexasArmory nice video thanks for sharing.
I do a lot of this type of stuff.
Some comments:
1. As the other chap said, always finish with a bit of autosol polish and some gentle strokes. You can use normal A4 paper for this step with the polish. Cut to size.
2. The finish you have on the watch case is actually not brushed. It’s a satin finish. And the finish you (kinda) have to your bracelet is also a satin finish. Brushed is when the lines are all straight, joined and very distinctive. Think AP royal oak bezel for brushed.
3. I would have taped off the existing links that were already satin finished and only brushed the center links. You can use painters tape or thermal tape. You will then get a two toned finish for your bracelet.
4. If anyone screws up, instead of more crazy hard strokes with the scotch brite pad, first use some autosol metal polish to removed the existing scratch lines, and then start again.
5. To keep the lines nice and even, use some double sided tape on a piece of wood. Place the bracelet on the double sided tape to secure it. Next put the pad or sandpaper etc on a flat table. Secure it to the table. Now, place the wood and bracelet on the sandpaper, and use a black marker pen to trace the two sides on the pard or paper.
Finally, brush the bracelet against the pad/paper with the same pressure and direction.
The finish will be much nicer.
Hope this helps others.
Best wishes from Singapore
Excellent result, thank you very much, is it the same procedure to do the sides of the watch itself , ?? Have you any tips, ?,,
John use the same techniques on the watch head itself. Just take a bit more care. You really have to make sure your brush lines are straight and follow the watch lines.
@@HeartofTexasArmory
Thanks again, just subbed,,,
@@HeartofTexasArmory can Shiny Gold links be done
Would you recommend this technique with titanium bracelets?
@@nouseforaname808 Yes you can definitely use this method with titanium as well
@HeartofTexasArmory Great! Thanks for the speedy reply!
Thanks i hated my sand blasted bracelet and after this its alot better towards stainless
is there a Dremel brush that can give similar result?
This took out thehairline scratches from my Rolex, it’s looking fab now. Thx
You know I'm kidding right?
Any bracelet will support this? It won't get ruined?
I brushed the center links of 2 Vostok braclets. I am really not completely Saturday died with it. I used the same pad, I going to try it again. This was very helpful.
Vostok does make some very interesting watches for cheap.
Do you reckon this would work on solid 9ct yellow gold?
Hej. Chetnie kupię wasze książki tylko nie lubię czytać 😅. Ale audiobook to juz wciagam. Sa jakieś szanse na takowe?
HI, could you tell me if the solid link Bostok bracelet tapers? I'mm trying to buy a replacement clasp for it before it even arrives. Great video, really changed my mind about buying the bracelet.
Yes it does.
Wow. That’s effective.
Is there an adapter for changing the bracelet on a Vostok Neptune
Gonna do this to a Pagani Daytona once it arrives. Thanks!
@rosencrantz haha we are on the same boat my friend. That is why Im here because i ordered a pagani daytona a month ago but still hasnt arrived due to the covid situation.
Your comment was 3 months ago, so I assume you already brushed your pagani daytona. So how did it go bro?
works on titanium too?
I have orange scotch brite pads where I am (in Korea), and haven't yet come across green ones. Is there much of a difference? Will the orange ones work do you think? Thanks.
scotch brite maroon 7447 is what I used on my Rolexes, looked perfect.
@@RoadcraftNottingham what's the difference between the 7447 maroon Scotch Brite and the Green one that's used on this video?? Want to get the correct one
@@Digital_Ken I can only guess the grade. I have now used the 7447 and they look perfect. Just be careful to mask off the bits you don't want doing, I used insulation tape and make sure you go in dead straight lines several times to make it even.
Which do you recommend using, the GREEN or MAROON Scotch Brite?
Quick question, is there a difference between the greed and red pads? In terms of how abrasive they are.
They're different grades. I use scotch brite maroon 7447 for the perfect effect.
Superb
I'm going to attempt to brush the top of the case and middle of bracelet...hopefully don't ruin it
well done ! 😊
The problem with this method is that the ends of each polished link, which are below the surface he is brushing, will remain polished. You will have to curve the bracelet and brush each curved side, which is is hard to do.
tru but for 15 minutes is good
cool
Nice job, thanks man
Thanks!
Do tou luke numbers or lines on clock on ur 020?? Sorry for my English 😅😅
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Sir, you saved me $47 dollars. Thank you
thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow
Polished bracelets be damned!
So I know about watches but this one I don't know anything about I could be I'm completely ignorant to this watch but I know my eyes work he said vostok but on the face I see "BOCTOK" I'm pretty sure my eyes are playing tricks on me is it a boctok or a vostok? And why does the vostok say boctok
This was a watch that was released for the German market. So that's why it says Boctok.
@@HeartofTexasArmory that's actually pretty amazing if you think about it they actually had to personalize the face and name to the language of the country was given to you imagine if Rolex had to put the language on every watch that was shipped to each country that would be crazy
@@HeartofTexasArmory oh s*** actually I just looked it up LOL Rolex in every language oh my God LMAO
Could a jeweler do it?
I would love to see this done to a gold watch bracelet. I'm in the market for a Rolex gold submariner, but I don't like the polish center link. Since gold is softer do you suggest I apply less pressure or use another pad?
don't scotch brite gold
nooooo not the shiny part! 😭
I did the same, the minute I got my komanderskie and my pro diver. Polished centrelinks look gay as
👍👍👍🇷🇺
You forgot to do it on the crystal
Back and force motion 😅
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