How to fix scratch marks by where the strap screws go into the case.

[tranzmizzion]

Hi,

I have an old tour auto 2012 and I finally got a stripped strap screw out of the case. Now I'm looking for replacement screws if anyone knows where to get them, but Also, I have some scratches by where the screw hole is. is there a way to sand out the scratches or something?

thanks!

 

[TESLA760]

Hi,

I have an old tour auto 2012 and I finally got a stripped strap screw out of the case. Now I'm looking for replacement screws if anyone knows where to get them, but Also, I have some scratches by where the screw hole is. is there a way to sand out the scratches or something?

thanks!

There is a way but from what I've seen you need to refinish the entire side of the case. Good luck finding the screws as they are hard to come by.

 

[tranzmizzion]

There is a way but from what I've seen you need to refinish the entire side of the case. Good luck finding the screws as they are hard to come by.

Thanks for the reply, yeah I tried a few years ago no luck, I could get by with just one lol

 

[Karbon74]

if you can find this on Amazon, and are a bit brave


you start with 400 grit and work your way up...but it means you will lose some metal and need to be careful to keep the general shape of the lugs

 

[TESLA760]

if you can find this on Amazon, and are a bit brave


you start with 400 grit and work your way up...but it means you will lose some metal and need to be careful to keep the general shape of the lugs

I tried that and ruined a diver case many moons ago

 

[Karbon74]

I tried that and ruined a diver case many moons ago

what's 100% sure is that the case will no longer look anywhere near what it used to.

 

[majwilliams0308]

You'll need some equipment to do it right.

I would completely disassemble, tape off any areas you don't want to work on.

The Jool Tool is fantastic for this purpose and works sort of like burnishing (which is also a good option for not removing so much metal). You'll then need to rebrush, which I believe AP uses the 'fine' consistency from Bergeon' brushing wheels as a close alternative.

 

[Rx4Time]

You can consider a detail belt sander and a strooping belt, using progressively finer polishing compounds. Less physical work, but you still run the risks stated above. I use this setup for knife sharpening ( I put a random picture of when I was teaching my daughter how to do this below). You can also use a Dremel tool, but I have no direct experience with this.

 

[Karbon74]

or you sell the thing and buy new.
Maybe another member might like the watch and not mind the scratches?

 

[TESLA760]

Take a look at any person wearing a gen ROO. 9 times out of 10 they have scratches and dents. I just happens when you wear a watch.

 

[ronin007]

Google the screws , I did see a post a while back with them

 

[ronin007]

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