how to fix micro scratches on aw s5 aluminium versions ?

[UKBeast]

I am using my watch s5 /aluminium very carefully ,even though some little micro scratches appear on the screen when you look at the carefully under bright light.

Is this normal to happen everyone or should i use screen protector ?

how to fix this ?

 

[The-Real-Deal82]

I don’t look for scratches on mine nor do I worry about it. If you worried then get a screen protector or spend double the money on an AW with a sapphire coated screen.

 

[Itinj24]

BLUF: I wouldn’t try to use anything to polish the ion x screen.

My S4 was aluminum had a screen protector and case since unboxing. The cases I use have lips which prevent any contact of the screen with flat surfaces. However, I did notice micro scratches in the tiny surface edge areas where the screen protector doesn’t cover. Where do I think they came from? The rubbing from removing and re-adding cases which are no more than a soft flexible material. I went with SS and sapphire for my S5 and will for the S6. Screen is immaculate since release without a protector. To sum up, if something like a soft flexible case can scratch the ion x screen and you need some type of abrasive to polish a screen, I wouldn’t chance it as you may make worse than good. I wouldn’t even try loose leaf paper. I wouldn’t be surprised if the micro scratches you’re getting are from a dry cracking fingertip.

 

[The-Real-Deal82]

I wouldn’t be surprised if the micro scratches you’re getting are from a dry cracking fingertip.

I would find that hard to believe personally. Are we supposed to be looking for these types of scratches under a microscope or something? My Series 5 is a few months old now and I can’t see any scratches yet on mine and I don’t exactly baby this device and worry about damage. In my experience the screen isn’t as easy to damage as some suggest here and I’ve been wearing an AW since 2016.

 

[Itinj24]

I would find that hard to believe personally. Are we supposed to be looking for these types of scratches under a microscope or something? My Series 5 is a few months old now and I can’t see any scratches yet on mine and I don’t exactly baby this device and worry about damage. In my experience the screen isn’t as easy to damage as some suggest here and I’ve been wearing an AW since 2016.

I’m just extending my experience with both types of screens. You did say you don’t look for these types of scratches and I don’t blame you but some people are OCD about these things. We’re talking about ultra fine only visible in direct bright light scratches that normally nobody would notice with normal usage. If you do check, they may or may may not be there. Only one way to find out. Personally, I wouldn’t chance polishing the ion x screen with a cotton ball (yes I’m exaggerating 😉). Even the OP stated that they’re very careful with it and it still happened.

 

[44267547]

I am using my watch s5 /aluminium very carefully ,even though some little micro scratches appear on the screen when you look at the carefully under bright light.

Is this normal to happen everyone or should i use screen protector ?

how to fix this ?

If they’re just ‘light scratches‘ on the display, it could be surface based onto the oleophobic coating, which there really isn’t much you can do about that. Personally, I would just live with the scratches, it’s just a smart watch and once you have that first scratch on the display, you stop worrying about it after a while. But there’s really nothing you can do in terms of removing it, unless you use a screen protector to help conceal it.

 

[Techmaestro]

As others have noted the screen micro scratches can't be fixed. Chalk the scratches up to normal wear and tear on the Ion X glass and next time consider saving your money for a model with the sapphire crystal screen.

 

[Sirious]

As others have noted the screen micro scratches can't be fixed. Chalk the scratches up to normal wear and tear on the Ion X glass and next time consider saving your money for a model with the sapphire crystal screen.

You can use Brasso (the wool version) to help with the micro-scratches. It works really well on plastics, but remember it works by removing the tiniest top layer of the plastic.

 

[Itinj24]

You can use Brasso (the wool version) to help with the micro-scratches. It works really well on plastics, but remember it works by removing the tiniest top layer of the plastic.

Then you can say goodnight to the oleophobic coating.

 

[firedept]

Quit worrying about it. Like already stated unless it is in a case with a screen protector the likeliness of micro scratches happening are pretty good. I have a black stainless steel which I use everywhere. I never worry about little scratches. Even a Rolex will scratch.

 

[Sirious]

Then you can say goodnight to the oleophobic coating.

Ah yes, that's true. Forgot to mention that. Thanks!

 

[FenC]

I had an S3, S4, and briefly an S5 with ion-X screen (the period Apple didn’t sell LTE models here).

Although hated them for the cheap casing and glass and ordered an SS as soon as they came available, I never had micro scratches on the glass of any of them, and I am pretty OCD about cosmetic condition - why else would I upgrade a 2 month old Nike S5 to an SS S5?

I never used a case nor screen protector, and the only issues I had were with weird scratches of lighter colour I never got off along the edge of my S3 where it came in contact with an aluminium door frame where I used to work. I believe that was a material transfer rather than a scratch.

Anyway, no; micro scratches aren’t normal in my experience. Perhaps if in a dry, dusty environment hard particles get scuffed across the screen in use or something?

 

[FenC]

As I posted above, it is not normal for everyone.

 

[invisibleshoes]

Heard this model was susceptible to scratches so I installed a shield the day I got it. For what it's worth, I think all screens get micro scratches without a protector - it's inevitable.

 

[Itinj24]

Heard this model was susceptible to scratches so I installed a shield the day I got it. For what it's worth, I think all screens get micro scratches without a protector - it's inevitable.

I’ve had both and I can say with conviction that you definitely get what you pay for when it comes to sapphire vs ion x

 

[44267547]

Heard this model was susceptible to scratches so I installed a shield the day I got it. For what it's worth, I think all screens get micro scratches without a protector - it's inevitable.

In regards to the sapphire display on the stainless model, I’ve never had a micro scratch ever on those displays. And I’ve owned over seven stainless Apple Watch models through all kinds of every day environments and sold some of those models in flawless condition.

If consumers only knew how durable the Sapphire display was, I think it would be more enticing, but the price point is so steep, the majority of consumers probably can’t afford/would be willing to spend An additional ~$300 for the stainless Apple Watch.

 

[The-Real-Deal82]

In regards to the sapphire display on the stainless model, I’ve never had a micro scratch ever on those displays. And I’ve owned over seven stainless Apple Watch models through all kinds of every day environments and sold some of those models in flawless condition.

If consumers only knew how durable the Sapphire display was, I think it would be more enticing, but the price point is so steep, the majority of consumers probably can’t afford/would be willing to spend An additional ~$300 for the stainless Apple Watch.

You’ve hit the nail on the head. I own several mechanical watches with sapphire crystals and it’s nice to have that durability, but those watches cost a lot more than an Apple Watch and last a lifetime. When it comes to an Apple Watch I tend to share most consumers point of view where the aluminium model is the most appealing as it offers the same software experience as any other model, and is a palatable price. It helps I like the look of it too and it’s not this cheap looking disgrace that is often the perception on these threads.

It is entirely possible to own an aluminium watch too and not scratch it in general use which a lot of the sapphire fans often don’t realise. My watch has the occasional accidental knock, but after decades of wearing expensive watches I tend to subconsciously ’not’ swing my wrist towards dull objects and surfaces. Of course if you work in an environment where it’s unavoidable to expose your watch to harsh conditions then I’d probably recommend using a case on whatever Apple Watch you may choose to wear. If you’re inclined to buy the watches with the sapphire displays then that’s great. The watch is only as good as the enjoyment the user gets from it and after years of being part of watch communities, it’s not necessarily the higher priced watches that are the most sort after and admired. It’s all down to user preference.