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| Stainless steel - damaged | Rate Topic |
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| Posted: Thu Sep 17th, 2009 09:27 pm |
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Nizzler 3T WIS
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Can a badly scratched stainless steel watch be returned to its former self without replacing any pieces? What would it cost?... Ballpark? I've got my eye on a well worn Tank, but would buy if it could be restored, otherwise it just looks too beaten up. Thanks for your help
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| Posted: Thu Sep 17th, 2009 10:13 pm |
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mcwright Admin
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Yes, most SS watches can be restored. Deep scratches, chips, gouges, etc. may be impossible to buff out though. Cost? I had a Rolex cleaned up by a local jeweler for $75. It was amazing how good it looked.
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| Posted: Fri Sep 18th, 2009 08:49 am |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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Deep cuts? Heavy, nasty swirls? Pockmarks? They'd be hard to erase and too much buffing can spoil the sheen of the steel. If you have a jeweler nearby who's used to buffing Rolexes to Rolex standards (hard to find those independents), they'd be worth a try. Prices will surely vary. Good Luck;)
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| Posted: Fri Sep 18th, 2009 10:14 am |
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KenC Admin
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A picture might help...but yes, to a certain extent danage can be "corrected"!
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