Vacheron Constantin

I have done this on several of my watches, most recently my Omega Planet Ocean Chrono. The clasp of the bracelet next to the maltese cross tends to hit the desk quite often as do most bracelets. I have a large piece of 3M clear protection material that they use for clear nose bras on cars. By simply cutting 2 pieces and applying them you have protection against scratches and frankly unless I told you, you would never see it. The trick is to make it smaller than the metal bracelt piece and round the edges. This way it won't peel. I do it on all my watches, it's a great way to protect your investment.

BTW: The longer I own this piece the more I love it. Generally if I love something Immediately I fall out of love rather quickly. This watch is a rare "keeper"

Can you photograph what you are describing and share it here? I'd be interested to see it.

I'm glad the watch is serving you well.


Bill

The images are highly detailed and trust me, if you looked at my watch you would NEVER realize the 3M material is on it. As shown in the images the trick is to round the edges and not try to cover the entire link since it will then peel off. If done properly and the bracelet cleanedwith isopropyl (which I forgot to do this time) the protection will last for months. Don't let the images fool you! You will never see the 3M material and the beauty is that the plastic takes all the abuse. It is always the first thing I do when I buy a watch.

I may well try that . Alas, there is nothing to do about banging bezels here and there....


Bill

This 3M material truly works wonders to protect a bracelet. The images suggest that it is quite noticable when in fact I assure you that unless you know it's there, or are looking very carefully at the bracelet, nobody can tell.

 It can be obtained thru Ebay etc. I use it to protect areas of my car, jetskis, etc. then realized it is perfect to prevent damage to a watch bracelet! Remenber the key is to not overextend it and try to fit it exactly. It will only peel off in a week. If you cut it so the edges are rounded and the material is not near an edge, it will protect for months. Be sure to use isopropyl yo take off any grease before applying and SAFE THE TEMPLATE! This way you can cut another in 30 seconds and reapply.

 I love the feeling of knowing I have the 3M protecting the clasp whenever I am at my desk, never need to worry about scratches!!

I have the 3m material on a car, but never thought about using it to protect a wrist watch clasp.  My father used to put scotch tape on his clasps, which worked, but was noticeable and quite messy to remove.  Thanks for the idea.

Best regards,

Dino

but in my experience the 12:00 side of the bracelet is where the majority of desk swirls come from. I hardly ever have my arm/hand in a palm down position where the clasp and not the 12:00 side would pick up swirls. This is very noticeable when wearing a strap watch and knowing the clasp is not resting on a desk.

Since I have had similar problems with aquanaut SS bracelet and it's nice to see the logo. Funny but it doesn't seem like I scratch my deployant claps as much, or at least I don't notice it the same..

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when you bring your watch for servicing/maintainance they will polish it and it will be as new as when you bought it. Marks on the clasp are mostly hairline scatches unless you bump it hard.