Hey #SchwartzForce, just sharing some of my best methods for cleaning all the different types of straps that I own! These aren’t the only ways, but these have given me the most success with minimal risk of damage. Don’t forget to enter the FREE WATCH GIVEAWAY going on now through December 1st (ruclips.net/video/di8SqIMr6sQ/видео.html)!
Hi. Good day. How do you clean the inside on an arm strap that is made of genuine alligator or crocodile leather/skin? The inside reminds me of a layer made of genuine leather, but it's texture is almost like suede but just much more smoother.
A very helpful do it yourself video. Watch collectors can clean any type of watch with the confidence of stellar results and without damaging any part of their watches. Thanks...
Very interesting mate. The Cornish way to clean stainless is spit then wipe off with a crispy well used hanky . For leather I use boot polish , and suede well bugger it, just wear the dirt with pride. 😂👍
Right on man! I'm with you on that, there's just something about a freshly detailed watch, strap, shoes, car, and so many more items haha. I hope this one proves to be helpful!
Thanks Eve! Yeah, suede is for sure the most stressful to have on a watch strap I'd say. Preventative measures always are the best for suede or lighter colored straps imo! 😎🍻👍
I’m a jeweler and before I plunked down money for a steamer I used a water Pik and it did super well. This was done when the bracelet was detached from the case. I used warm water, make sure you submerge the bracelet in warm water prior to turning it on otherwise you will make a bloody mess like I did. Also, you will ALWAYS find the “12” side of the bracelet to be the dirtiest so spend a bit more time on that section. Why is it dirtier? Sweat rolls down the wrist and the “12” side is where gravity takes it.
Thanks for sharing those tips and recommendations Todd! Great idea, the water pik is kind of like a mini pressure washer haha. I could see how that could be a bit messy if not careful 😂 Thanks again! 😎🍻👍
Hmmmmn. Seen something i dont like, and its common with most watch people. Rubbing dirt with a brush or the softest microfibre is not a good idea, no matter how soft it is. Small debri of all sorts, will contain micro abrasive particles. A micro fibre will hold onto particles, and you have something like the mildest sandpaper. Dirt needs to be wetted first, and teased out with a wet or moist instrument. For stainless, better yet, soak it first. You wouldnt start cleaning a dry car with a wet clothe or brush. You would rinse/wet the car first, so grit is held in suspension, and gently washed off. Same principle.
Thanks for these watch maintenance tips, I still haven't found a vid on how to care/maintain Invicta polyurethane straps and they tend to crumble over time.
My pleasure man! So you may want to give them a coating of “303 Aerospace Protectant” it’s kinda like armor all but way better. Might help prevent them from drying out and crumbling. Worth a shot bro! 😎🍻👍
Get yourself an ultrasonic cleaning device. Mine has a watch holder to keep the watch above the liquid surface to keep it dry, but it's better to remove bracelet altogether to clean it. After 10 minutes cycle it comes out looking pristine. ⌚ 🤔
Yes! I really have been wanting to invest in one lately! A larger unit not just for my watches but for used vinyl records too haha. Great suggestion, thanks for the tip! 😎👍
Thanks Mando! Yeah the bracelets can handle the water and soap no prob haha. When I saw some other videos using all sorts of crazy stuff on leather it made me 😳 Thanks for checking out my tips! 😎🍻👍
@@DavidSchwartzjr Yeah the short clips you showed were... interesting... lol. The only thing I’d be weary of is using a bristle brush against steel. Feel like it would cause scratches no? Good video tho! Helpful. :)
Arm cheese!!!! 🤢🤣 interesting selection of cleaning potions you have there. I've definitely learnt some new techniques. The only thing I tend to use thats different is i use glass cleaner on stainless steel. Useful vid man 👍🍻😊
Thanks Adrian! Haha I got the arm cheese term from Eve so she gets all the glory on that one! 😂 Glass cleaner sounds like a great option on the SS. Especially high polish! Nice tip and I’m glad you enjoyed mine. 🍻😎👍
The reason why I avoid leather straps from spring to autumn is that the leather absorbs all the sweat becomes dark and gets an acidic pungent smell. Is there a way to get rid of that?
It’s going to depend on the strap and how much of that smell has been absorbed into the leather and padding. A couple things worth trying, put baking soda into a small cup (think salsa cup or ramekin) and put that into a larger Tupperware style container that you don’t mind using/tossing away for this, and put the strap in the container with the cup of baking soda and cover with a lid for a day or two and see if the baking soda absorbs the odors. The leather conditioner also has a strong clean leather smell to it so that may help overcome the pungent smell too. Good luck, let me know if this works for you, I’m curious.
@@DavidSchwartzjr can i ask you a question? i have problem with bad smell from my fossil genuine leather, i never cleaned since december last year. do i need to remove the smell with baking soda first or do i need to clean it first? edit: well turn out my leather cleaner did the job well, the smell is now gone.
Arm cheese remover! 🤮Nice!!! I still love brushing my teeth and then brushing my stainless steel bracelet the same way, different brush. To each their own. This Meguier’s degreaser looks like a nice product to have. Great tutorial bro. Learned how to properly clean my watches as opposed to my way. 😬
Haha I got that term from Eve! The meguiars is a do it all man, from cleaning the house to the cars to the watches. Love it! 😎👍 Thanks for checking out my tips!
@@twitchyjambo lol! Yup I recently heard that from Eve over at the Alias Steve Dan channel! 😂 some watches are so bad you could make nachos with all that cheese 🥴
Hey Junior! I have heard of that but have not done it yet myself. It actually makes a lot of sense since it will be protected but get a full washing cycle. I’ll have to try it out next time I wash my NATO straps. Thanks man! 😉👍
Lol you have to blame Eve over at the Alias Steve Dan channel! She introduced me to the term and I will also die with that phrase in my head as well lmao. 😎🍻👍
Who in the "Wild World of Sports" would ever let their watch get that dirty???? It just crack's me up that you think you have to teach people how to clean a bracelet. Are people really that stupid???
Ceramic is very durable so just using a de-greaser or all purpose cleaner in a mild diluted version should be adequate, along with a microfiber towel. If the ceramic has etched indices or other tough to reach spots, I'd brush it well with a toothbrush or other bristle brush to get into all the nooks and crannies with it. Sorry for the late reply, Nicole. I hope that helps!
Rubber you can use the degreaser, HOWEVER, be really careful because I’ve seen some rubbers become really sticky after using a cleaning solvent or even soap on them. Usually what I end up doing is using a microfiber towel and saturating a corner of the towel in cleaning solution then coat the strap with cleaner and rub the hell out of it until all the gunk and gummy crap comes off. It’s not fun and is a really aggressive cleaning method, usually as a last resort.
Hey #SchwartzForce, just sharing some of my best methods for cleaning all the different types of straps that I own! These aren’t the only ways, but these have given me the most success with minimal risk of damage. Don’t forget to enter the FREE WATCH GIVEAWAY going on now through December 1st (ruclips.net/video/di8SqIMr6sQ/видео.html)!
Hi. Good day. How do you clean the inside on an arm strap that is made of genuine alligator or crocodile leather/skin?
The inside reminds me of a layer made of genuine leather, but it's texture is almost like suede but just much more smoother.
Glad I'm not the only one who uses car detailing products on my watches
Haha yup if it’s good enough for car interiors it’ll be fine for watches! 😉🍻👍
Try OPT ONR then !!
A very helpful do it yourself video. Watch collectors can clean any type of watch with the confidence of stellar results and without damaging any part of their watches. Thanks...
Thanks man! Glad you enjoyed it and I hope it will come in handy for some! 😉🍻👍
@@DavidSchwartzjr I am going to give your video and channel a mention in my next video, as cleaning watches ties in with the overall topic...
Very interesting mate. The Cornish way to clean stainless is spit then wipe off with a crispy well used hanky . For leather I use boot polish , and suede well bugger it, just wear the dirt with pride. 😂👍
Lol! We all have our tried and true methods haha. I like the suede option of just ignore it and imagine what it looked like new 😂🍻👍
@@DavidSchwartzjr use the dirt tip wisely my friend 😂👍
Thanks again. I do like to keep my watches, straps and bracelets clean.
Right on man! I'm with you on that, there's just something about a freshly detailed watch, strap, shoes, car, and so many more items haha. I hope this one proves to be helpful!
These were all very helpful! Suede is intimidating because I've always thought they were hard to clean. 😅
Thanks Eve! Yeah, suede is for sure the most stressful to have on a watch strap I'd say. Preventative measures always are the best for suede or lighter colored straps imo! 😎🍻👍
Suede IS hard to clean😅. Wait till you get water droplets, oil or anything on it😅
I love my suede bands from Straps Co, been a customer for years.
I always get worries around plating myself! Great video mate
Thanks mate! Definitely multiple ways to skin a cat but figured I’d share my tips 😎🍻👍
Liked your leather cleaning method, saved me a strap there, as was going to get it wet with cleaning.
Great stuff man, really great information in this video. For me though I like to just wear the straps/bracelets out until it's time to get a new one.
Thanks bro! Yeah I feel ya, and honestly any good quality straps/bracelets should last for a VERY long time, especially if you swap watches often. 😎🍻👍
I’m a jeweler and before I plunked down money for a steamer I used a water Pik and it did super well. This was done when the bracelet was detached from the case. I used warm water, make sure you submerge the bracelet in warm water prior to turning it on otherwise you will make a bloody mess like I did. Also, you will ALWAYS find the “12” side of the bracelet to be the dirtiest so spend a bit more time on that section. Why is it dirtier? Sweat rolls down the wrist and the “12” side is where gravity takes it.
Thanks for sharing those tips and recommendations Todd! Great idea, the water pik is kind of like a mini pressure washer haha. I could see how that could be a bit messy if not careful 😂 Thanks again! 😎🍻👍
Hmmmmn. Seen something i dont like, and its common with most watch people. Rubbing dirt with a brush or the softest microfibre is not a good idea, no matter how soft it is. Small debri of all sorts, will contain micro abrasive particles. A micro fibre will hold onto particles, and you have something like the mildest sandpaper. Dirt needs to be wetted first, and teased out with a wet or moist instrument. For stainless, better yet, soak it first. You wouldnt start cleaning a dry car with a wet clothe or brush. You would rinse/wet the car first, so grit is held in suspension, and gently washed off. Same principle.
Thanks for these watch maintenance tips, I still haven't found a vid on how to care/maintain Invicta polyurethane straps and they tend to crumble over time.
My pleasure man! So you may want to give them a coating of “303 Aerospace Protectant” it’s kinda like armor all but way better. Might help prevent them from drying out and crumbling. Worth a shot bro! 😎🍻👍
Get yourself an ultrasonic cleaning device. Mine has a watch holder to keep the watch above the liquid surface to keep it dry, but it's better to remove bracelet altogether to clean it. After 10 minutes cycle it comes out looking pristine.
⌚ 🤔
Yes! I really have been wanting to invest in one lately! A larger unit not just for my watches but for used vinyl records too haha. Great suggestion, thanks for the tip! 😎👍
Interesting use of materials for cleaning! I usually run my bracelet watches under the tap. Leather and other materials? I dunno. Lol.
Thanks Mando! Yeah the bracelets can handle the water and soap no prob haha. When I saw some other videos using all sorts of crazy stuff on leather it made me 😳
Thanks for checking out my tips! 😎🍻👍
@@DavidSchwartzjr Yeah the short clips you showed were... interesting... lol. The only thing I’d be weary of is using a bristle brush against steel. Feel like it would cause scratches no?
Good video tho! Helpful. :)
awesome video! Such great tips
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! 😁🍻👍
Another great video man!! If my straps break after following your advice I’m coming after you.... 😂 #schwartzforce
Lol 😂 I’m gonna be like “new phone who dis?”
@@DavidSchwartzjr 😂
Arm cheese!!!! 🤢🤣 interesting selection of cleaning potions you have there.
I've definitely learnt some new techniques.
The only thing I tend to use thats different is i use glass cleaner on stainless steel.
Useful vid man 👍🍻😊
Thanks Adrian! Haha I got the arm cheese term from Eve so she gets all the glory on that one! 😂
Glass cleaner sounds like a great option on the SS. Especially high polish! Nice tip and I’m glad you enjoyed mine. 🍻😎👍
The reason why I avoid leather straps from spring to autumn is that the leather absorbs all the sweat becomes dark and gets an acidic pungent smell. Is there a way to get rid of that?
It’s going to depend on the strap and how much of that smell has been absorbed into the leather and padding. A couple things worth trying, put baking soda into a small cup (think salsa cup or ramekin) and put that into a larger Tupperware style container that you don’t mind using/tossing away for this, and put the strap in the container with the cup of baking soda and cover with a lid for a day or two and see if the baking soda absorbs the odors. The leather conditioner also has a strong clean leather smell to it so that may help overcome the pungent smell too. Good luck, let me know if this works for you, I’m curious.
@@DavidSchwartzjr can i ask you a question? i have problem with bad smell from my fossil genuine leather, i never cleaned since december last year. do i need to remove the smell with baking soda first or do i need to clean it first?
edit:
well turn out my leather cleaner did the job well, the smell is now gone.
Arm cheese remover! 🤮Nice!!! I still love brushing my teeth and then brushing my stainless steel bracelet the same way, different brush. To each their own. This Meguier’s degreaser looks like a nice product to have. Great tutorial bro. Learned how to properly clean my watches as opposed to my way. 😬
Haha I got that term from Eve! The meguiars is a do it all man, from cleaning the house to the cars to the watches. Love it! 😎👍 Thanks for checking out my tips!
Great video,I really need to clean some of my watches 😂😬
Thanks man! Luckily I swap between so many watches I don’t have to clean too often but it definitely comes up haha. 🍻😎👍
@@DavidSchwartzjr yeah I have a few that need the grime taken off😂 did you say arm cheese?🤣😂
@@twitchyjambo lol! Yup I recently heard that from Eve over at the Alias Steve Dan channel! 😂 some watches are so bad you could make nachos with all that cheese 🥴
How do I post a photo of my solar? 😬
@@twitchyjambo email to me if you’re okay sending it via email as that may be easiest. Davidjohnschwartz@gmail.com
I soak my steel bracelets with baking soda and warm water. You will be amazed the amount of dirt that floats up.
Haha nice I’ll give that a try next time I go to clean up some of the bracelets. Thanks for sharing your tip, JT! 😎🍻👍
How to clean g shock watch straps or black Stan on g shock sir please
Have you tried putting a NATO in a pair of jeans and washing it yet ?
Hey Junior! I have heard of that but have not done it yet myself. It actually makes a lot of sense since it will be protected but get a full washing cycle. I’ll have to try it out next time I wash my NATO straps. Thanks man! 😉👍
Thanks for the great pointers...But: "Arm cheese"????? WHY?????????? I will die with that phrase in my head. Sadness ensues. ;)
Lol you have to blame Eve over at the Alias Steve Dan channel! She introduced me to the term and I will also die with that phrase in my head as well lmao. 😎🍻👍
Who in the "Wild World of Sports" would ever let their watch get that dirty???? It just crack's me up that you think you have to teach people how to clean a bracelet. Are people really that stupid???
Nice
Thanks for checking it out, Wolfgang! 😎🍻👍
Good episode, Dave, but I am not as patient as you are to do any of it. Thank you anyway.
Thanks man! Yes it’s definitely one of those things that is a passion for me but the cleanliness never lasts long enough haha. 😎🍻👍
How do you clean ceramic
Ceramic is very durable so just using a de-greaser or all purpose cleaner in a mild diluted version should be adequate, along with a microfiber towel. If the ceramic has etched indices or other tough to reach spots, I'd brush it well with a toothbrush or other bristle brush to get into all the nooks and crannies with it. Sorry for the late reply, Nicole. I hope that helps!
What about rubber?
Rubber you can use the degreaser, HOWEVER, be really careful because I’ve seen some rubbers become really sticky after using a cleaning solvent or even soap on them. Usually what I end up doing is using a microfiber towel and saturating a corner of the towel in cleaning solution then coat the strap with cleaner and rub the hell out of it until all the gunk and gummy crap comes off. It’s not fun and is a really aggressive cleaning method, usually as a last resort.
So, I guess you spent all your money on watches and could not afford an ultrasonic cleaner 😀😀😀
5 minute crafts 😂 method is trash