Microfiber cleaning cloth

[Gilgamesh167]

hi guys

i am searching for a good microfiber cloth since all the ones i found seem unfit for the job - too cheap and too coarse.

you guys have any specific suggestions for a micro fiber cleaning cloth for my watch?

[padi56]

Originally Posted by Gilgamesh167

hi guys

i am searching for a good microfiber cloth since all the ones i found seem unfit for the job - too cheap and too coarse.

you guys have any specific suggestions for a micro fiber cleaning cloth for my watch?

Any clean cotton type cloth will do even a old clean cotton T-shirt.

[Gilgamesh167]

Originally Posted by padi56

Any clean cotton type cloth will do even a old clean cotton T-shirt.

I prefer something that was designed for that.

[padi56]

Originally Posted by Gilgamesh167

I prefer something that was designed for that.

Well a micro fibre cloth is just cotton been wearing Rolex watches for over 50 years and the only thing I have used is just any clean cotton cloth.Rolex watch are mostly made from SS which is one of the toughest material known by man.

[East of Eden]

Originally Posted by padi56

Well a micro fibre cloth is just cotton been wearing Rolex watches for over 50 years and the only thing I have used is just any clean cotton cloth.Rolex watch are mostly made from SS which is one of the toughest material known by man.

Even for PCLs?

[INC]

Originally Posted by padi56

Well a micro fibre cloth is just cotton been wearing Rolex watches for over 50 years and the only thing I have used is just any clean cotton cloth.Rolex watch are mostly made from SS which is one of the toughest material known by man.

Come on padi, OP is looking for such cloth that already have the plastic protector on, to not to damage the protectors on the Rolexes

[BogdanS]

Originally Posted by padi56

Well a micro fibre cloth is just cotton been wearing Rolex watches for over 50 years and the only thing I have used is just any clean cotton cloth.Rolex watch are mostly made from SS which is one of the toughest material known by man.

Diamond is the hardest known material to date, with a Vickers hardness in the range of 70–150 GPa.

Tungsten, which is Swedish for "heavy stone," is the strongest metal in the world.


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[Gilgamesh167]

Originally Posted by padi56

Well a micro fibre cloth is just cotton been wearing Rolex watches for over 50 years and the only thing I have used is just any clean cotton cloth.Rolex watch are mostly made from SS which is one of the toughest material known by man.

actually micro fiber is made from plastic and can be made to be a lot softer than cotton - the thing is SS or no its not scratch resistant and i prefer to keep my watch largely unaffected as long as I can

[CarlOver]

Originally Posted by padi56

Well a micro fibre cloth is just cotton been wearing Rolex watches for over 50 years and the only thing I have used is just any clean cotton cloth.Rolex watch are mostly made from SS which is one of the toughest material known by man.

Padi, most microfiber cloths are not cotton. 70% polyester and 30% polyamide is pretty standard.

https://theragcompany.com/collection...s-window-towel

This one is super silky and could be an option for you.

[KZZN]

Hi,

Many years ago, when I bought my Cellini, my then-AD threw in a complimentary Cartier jewellery cleaning kit. That included some kind of cleaning spray, a cloth, and a brush. And I've always stuck with those Cartier cleaning kits ever since. They'll work fine for any Rolex (or any watch at all for that matter), whether it's made of gold, steel or platinum, and whether it has a brushed or polished finish.

[Devildog]

Originally Posted by padi56

Well a micro fibre cloth is just cotton been wearing Rolex watches for over 50 years and the only thing I have used is just any clean cotton cloth.Rolex watch are mostly made from SS which is one of the toughest material known by man.

The whole point of microfiber Peter is that its NOT made from cotton.

[padi56]

Originally Posted by Devildog

The whole point of microfiber Peter is that its NOT made from cotton.

Could not care less what its made from in the real world no special cloths are needed for any watch, any clean not abrasive lint free cloth will do its not rocket science.As long as you wash watch first then rinse and pat dry with any clean cloth no swirls, but in general today Rolex watches get such a pampered life they could make them out of glass.

[huncho]

Originally Posted by padi56

Any clean cotton type cloth will do even a old clean cotton T-shirt.

Originally Posted by padi56

Well a micro fibre cloth is just cotton been wearing Rolex watches for over 50 years and the only thing I have used is just any clean cotton cloth.Rolex watch are mostly made from SS which is one of the toughest material known by man.

a t-shirt would destroy PCLs. whether or not you or someone else cares about that is a different story, but a few wipes on PCLs (especially gold) with a t shirt and you'll have tons of swirls and micro scratches that are actually visible. learned that the hard way before

[AD337]

OP! Please trust me on this one.. DO NOT listen to the t-shirt suggestions, those suggestions are fine for submariners, explorer II’s, etc.. that is NOT going to be ok for PCL, precious metals, fluted bezels etc…


Trust me, do not go with anything other than this - and its in your price point
https://perpetualdetail.com/products/watchcloth

[csaltphoto]

Originally Posted by huncho

a t-shirt would destroy PCLs. whether or not you or someone else cares about that is a different story, but a few wipes on PCLs (especially gold) with a t shirt and you'll have tons of swirls and micro scratches that are actually visible. learned that the hard way before

Well t-shirts are basically cellulose fibers (think tree bark) and can include all sorts of minerals and impurities.

[Krash]

Originally Posted by Gilgamesh167

I prefer something that was designed for that.

Cotton T-shirts are fine. Just as good as Microfiber. Just don't use a polyester shirt or a cotton blend with polyester. They're like sandpaper, which is why I can't wear them.

[E30 Racer]

Originally Posted by Krash

Cotton T-shirts are fine. Just as good as Microfiber. Just don't use a polyester shirt or a cotton blend with polyester.

It all depends on your perspective. If preventing swirls on polished surfaces is important, your recommendation is simply not true…they will start showing up at some point.

[Krash]

Originally Posted by E30 Racer

It all depends on your perspective. If preventing swirls on polished surfaces is important, your recommendation is simply not true…they will start showing up at some point.

Perspective is the wrong word. I've been using cotton t-shirts for watches and my eyeglasses. NO ISSUES WHATSOEVER. NO GRINDING. NO SWIRLMARKS.

[Bozack90]

Originally Posted by Gilgamesh167

I prefer something that was designed for that.

You wear the watch under a shirt cuff or banging on a desk, table, door knob, or a million other things

I could understand if it was a plastic screen, or delicate like a display, but everything about these is supposed to be durable

I’ve wiped mine with wet paper towels at times and then Pat dry - they get scratched from wearing them so why bother babying them that much

[enjoythemusic]

Originally Posted by padi56

Any clean cotton type cloth will do even a old clean cotton T-shirt.

PADI, i very much admire your aspect. For cleaning, some of us shower with our timepiece and use Neutrogena Rainbath. Then towel dry (which is cotton so you're right PADI).

[WBaileyii]

I get mine from Esslinger.com. Microfiber that feels like Chamois. Perfection.

[Gilgamesh167]

Originally Posted by WBaileyii

I get mine from Esslinger.com. Microfiber that feels like Chamois. Perfection.

looks great but 66 $ shipping is just a bit steep for me

[doublevanose82]

Originally Posted by Gilgamesh167

looks great but 66 $ shipping is just a bit steep for me

Thank me later.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/23388353856...0AAOSwup9gG1AY

[HONDABBQ]

Originally Posted by Gilgamesh167

looks great but 66 $ shipping is just a bit steep for me

You chirp that you want to keep your watch as "clean" as possible for as long as possible, yet your not willing to pay the price for the exact thing your looking to get and inquired about. Then you chirp back that a cotton cloth or tshirt is just as good but you scoff at that idea?

[RichM]

To the OP. Any good microfiber will do. The key is to rinse it good before taking anything to it. Then, I pat dry, not wipe.

I’m with you car guys too.

[Devildog]

Originally Posted by RichM

To the OP. Any good microfiber will do. The key is to rinse it good before taking anything to it. Then, I pat dry, not wipe.

I’m with you car guys too.

[Iyellalot]

Just wash the cloth regularly with your clothes and use the dryer after. It will make the microfiber cloth super soft. Just do it once a month to remove any dirt on the cloth.

[Mystro]

Originally Posted by Iyellalot

Just wash the cloth regularly with your clothes and use the dryer after. It will make the microfiber cloth super soft. Just do it once a month to remove any dirt on the cloth.

FYI….No fabric softeners and no detergents with perfumes for washing microfiber towels. Most fabric detergents designed for sensitive skin will work.

[Iyellalot]

Originally Posted by Mystro

FYI….No fabric softeners and no detergents with perfumes for washing microfiber towels. Most fabric detergents designed for sensitive skin will work.

Correct. I use Tide Free. I have sensitive skin.


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[csaltphoto]

Most camera stores and pharmacies have them for about a dollar to clean lenses. Not like a $20 version is any better.