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June 25, 2018
BY Eric Wind
When you own a Rolex, it’s undoubtedly one of your most prized objects. As such, taking care of your Rolex should be a priority. But, these timepieces are mechanically sophisticated and need to be serviced carefully.
What many Rolex owners don’t know, though, is that you can do a lot of light maintenance on your Rolex yourself. Here’s what you can do at home to help keep your Rolex clean and protected so it maintains its value.
A Rolex is too beautiful to sit in a drawer, we think you should be wearing it and enjoying it every day. But besides that, wearing a Rolex often actually keeps it ‘alive.’ The perpetual movement is driven by the subtle movements you make while the watch is on your wrist. So, if a watch sits for a long period of time, the lubricants inside can harden causing friction and even damage when it starts moving again.
Taking care of your Rolex Bubbleback 3131 can help it maintain its value
If your Rolex is truly for special occasions, you can help keep your watch from ‘dying’ by gently rocking it every 48-hours, and at least once a week.
First things first, this only applies to Rolex’s with an Oyster case — if your Rolex isn’t specifically waterproof, don’t try this at home.
Like any other piece of jewelry, your Rolex watch needs to be cleaned. Daily wear and tear can leave dirt and oil in crevices which can build up over time and make it appear dull. Besides that, if any dirt eventually works its way into your watch, it can affect how your watch operates.
There are a few simple steps you can take to ensure you are taking care of your Rolex.
This is something you should leave for the professionals. If you think your watch is looking a bit dull even after giving it a wash, take it into a certified repair center to have it polished up to its original luster.
These Rolex watch care tips can help you maintain the value of your investment
If you’re worried about the scratches that appear with daily wear, you can purchase special high-quality polishing cloths specially designed for stainless steel and gold. But we highly suggest referring this work to a professional. What many people don’t realize is that these cloths actually remove a fine layer of metal, bringing the layer to the level of the scratch, thus causing it to disappear. So if you have a heavy hand or go in the wrong ‘grain’ direction you can really cause some damage.
It’s not always necessary, but if you find yourself needing to wind your watch, don’t fret. Rolex has built in a device that makes sure you can’t overwind it, so there’s no need to panic that you can do it wrong. Here’s what you should do.
Winding your watch can also ensure you are always taking care of your Rolex
Do note, winding your Rolex doesn’t mean it will always start automatically. If this is the case, gently rock it back and forth like it would on your wrist. If this doesn’t work, just lay it down and let it begin on its own. If this doesn’t work either, take it to a certified dealer who can help you out.