Watch cleaning

[redchina]

Apologies if this has been posted before, but its nearly end of year, time is precious (ahem)

what is the best way to clean a watch of all the gunk that accumulates in the nooks and crannies of a strap and round about the crown?

I was thinking meths and a cotton bud,,,,,

(it is waterproof by the way!)

[Rgee]

Warm water with a few drops of Johnsons baby shampoo (PH neutral), let the watch soak for a couple of minutes then I use a small, soft modellers brush to get in the nooks and crannies. Rinse with clean water then dry with a microfiber cloth and it will come out squeaky clean.

[ShadownINja]

At least you didn't name the thread "watch detailing".

I was thinking about posting a similar thread as my older watches are looking a bit grubby.

[Seany88]

My 16610LV needs a bit of cleaning but i've also noticed the bracelet has started squeaking a little. I think the links might just need a bit of lubricating, any ideas? Or would a good clean sort it out? Its only a 6-7mths old, should I try and get the dealer to sort it?

[Rob_R]

As Rgee says, start with a mild soap and let the watch soak (luke warm water) for a couple of minutes. I find it useful to scrub with an electric toothbrush. Some may find this a touch harsh but the finish on my Omega hasn't suffered at all from being cleaned in this way.

[CommanderJameson]

G-Shock?

Chuck it in the dishwasher.

Probably better off not trying this out on a Rolex.

[ShadownINja]

CommanderJameson said:

G-Shock?

Chuck it in the dishwasher.

Probably better off not trying this out on a Rolex.

That's brilliant. Must try that. If it breaks, I wonder if Casio would honour the warranty.

[lowdrag]

Of course they would! However, not too sure if you take the washing machine/tumble dryer route though

[Civpilot]

lowdrag said:

Of course they would! However, not too sure if you take the washing machine/tumble dryer route though

It would survive, sure of it. In fact I might even try it for a laugh over the Christmas break

After playing paintball in my mudman I just chucked it in a bowl with to soak with HOT soapy water while I had a shower. No issues at all (mind you, they really can take some extreme stuff the old Mudmans).

[ShadownINja]

Would the washing machine take it?

Dear Mr Casio,

I am writing to complain that my G-Shock destroyed the drum of my washing machine...

[Civpilot]

ShadownINja said:

Would the washing machine take it?

Dear Mr Casio,

I am writing to complain that my G-Shock destroyed the drum of my washing machine...

They are tough as hell, but mudmans are mostly rubber/plastic outer so should be ok. I think.

I'm thinking I might throw it in with a half load of normal washing, for some extra cushioning on the drum

[ShadownINja]

I have one of those metal G-shocks. I think it's going to fk the drum up badly.

[WatchObsession]

I use this stuff, really good..

http://www.veraet.com/

PM me if you want to know where you can get it from in the UK.