I have the same problem you have. I have found that Sally Hayden Hard as nails polish will coat the buckle and stems. Be carful to point the stem down to the floor when you polish it. This will last about 2 weeks and then you will have to recoat the surfaces.
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AlienQuilter
I'm allergic to most metals especially the buckles on watch bands and the stem on the watch. Not allergic to the back of the watch which is usually stainless steel. Think I will make me a couple of these but use the Velcro for closures since I can have the snaps touching either.
http://www.cluckclucksew.com/2010/10...tch-bands.html
If you know of other neat watch band tutorials please post their links.