How to oil a bracelet?

[Guest Sql_pl]

I remember I read somewhere that it is good to just leave a bracelet in motor oil for a night and it will be great. But is it all? Will I be able to clean the oil out of it?

Please tell me how to do it properly as I plan to try it on my 40 mm PAM bracelets tonight.

Cheers!

[JJFlash]

I use silicon spray.

Toss the bracelet in a plastic baggy and spray her down.

Let it sit overnight, occasionally turning the bag to distribute lubricant around.

Next day wipe it off with paper towel.

Washing will just remove the lubricant you put on.

Next step - complete the polishing.

Some guys use oil; motor, penetrating, WD-40, etc.

I prefer the silicon based lubricants myself.

[Sherrington]

Some guys use oil; motor, penetrating, WD-40, etc.

I prefer the silicon based lubricants myself.

I agree also. Silicon based lubricant won't irritate your wrist like some other oils can.

[krustybrand]

I use a pinpoint oiler filled with some light machine oil and apply a bit to each pivot point. I then work it in for a while then repeat. After that, I use some liquid soap and warm water to remove the excess oil. Enough will stay in the links to make it feel much better than before but not oil up your wrist for days after.

[fliieiieilie]

I just wear the bracelet every time I eat at KFC.

[olivia]

Since the genuine squeaks, maybe you should not oil it! If you must, use a dry teflon lube with a liquid carrier that evaporates and leaves the teflon behind.

Edited April 25, 2006 by olivia

[Undermeman]

Man I've got to get my head out th gutter. When I saw this post today for the first time and then noticed who posted it, I thought , great watch pics now with oil added to the mix ... I've got to get out more.