Many people do not take the small amount of time required for basic watch care, which can increase the wearing time of your watch . WatchBazar likes to share some basic tips.
Consider an appropriate watch for wearing at your specific type of employment. If you work construction or other labor intensive job sites then you will need a durable watch that can stand up to the wear and tear you will be putting it through.
Water is a huge hazard for most watch owners. If your watch is not water proof or at least water resistant you need to take care and avoid incurring water damage with your watch.Look for water resistances in your instruction manual and follow the manufacturer’s guidelines regarding water exposure.If water does get in your watch face, you may see condensation.Don’t just throw your water-damaged watch away. Have it checked by a professional watch repairman who may be able to save your watch.
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Watches should be stored separately from one another to avoid wear caused by friction. Whether you have a collection of solid stainless steel timepieces or have a lineup of sports watches, watches have many delicate parts and should be stored accordingly
Automatic watches rely on the natural movements of your body to stay precise and correctly wound. Keeping automatic watches on a winder will ensure they are wound whenever you want to wear them.
If you own a few expensive watches consider buying a good Cigar Humidifier or a wodden case which serve as a discreet place to store your watches, especially if they are vintage. Vintage watches require some extra maintenance to ensure that they are protected from moist air and dust. Therefore, the constant temperature and humidity a humidor provides works especially well for watch collectors who live in extreme climates.
Don’t expose your watch to excessive heat, such as saunas or leaving it out in strong sunlight. This can dry up lubricants and cause premature aging of dials and cause dial lacquers to lift or bubble.
Wearing a wrist watch every day makes it susceptible to dirt and dust. Hence, you make an effort to clean your wrist watch at least once every four to six weeks.
Leather straps quality can easily deteriorate due to excessive perspiration. Thus, you should detach the watch’s strap and use a paper towel to clean it. Similarly, use a soft damp cloth and a mild soap to remove salt residue and soil from the strap. However, do not let soak the leather watch’s band in water, as it will cause discoloration.
Water, chemicals and electrical items can damage your watch. Electrical gadgets produce magnetic fields that are detrimental to watches. Similarly, direct contact with detergents, chemicals and perfumes can cause watches to malfunction.
Watches are prone to scratches. And the best way to avoid scratches is to get it polished by a jeweler
The most effective way to ensure maximum performance of an wrist watch is to get it serviced by a professional. Apart from cleaning and oiling the watch with precision. It is recommended to get your wrist watch serviced every five years.
WatchBazar Has added basic wiki how tips which is worth a read
Basic Watch Protection tips (WIKI)
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