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Watch Maintenance – 15 Top Tips

Thursday, May 28th, 2009

It doesn’t matter whether you wear a diver’s watch, a digital watch, a pocket watch, a mens designer watch or a ladies designer watch – you’ve worked hard to earn the money that bought you that valuable little timepiece.The last thing you want is for it to break as a result of being poorly kept.With this in mind, the following 15 handy hints should help you to keep your watch looking great and working good as new.

1.Don't forget that you should cleaned and maintain your watch at least every 2 years.
2.When not being worn, keep your watch stored in a cool dry place.
3.    Remove your watch if you are undertaking heavy/physical work.
4.    Avoid abrasions as scratches may eventually affect the case and bracelet.
5.Make sure that the crown which is used to change the time and date is properly pushed in at all times.This will prevent penetration by water, fine dust and dirt.
6.Keep your watch dust free by wiping it with a soft dry cloth.
7.    Quartz watches should be meticulously cleaned as even the smallest particle can result in damage.
8.    When the watch battery runs out, change it immediately as this can affect the movement.
9.    When changing the time or date, never do it within 3 hours either side of midnight.At this time the watch’s regular date change is being carried out internally and it is important that it should not be interferred with.
10.Immediately get your watch serviced if you can see moisture inside the crystal.
11.Remove your watch for showers, baths, saunas, heavy or physical work as any moisture will damage the inner workings as well as wear down the strap.
12.Don't forget that diving watches still need regular servicing, despite their rigorous water resistance.
13.Be careful to ensure that you don’t subject your watch to pressure or heat.
14.It is important that your watch should be rinsed under fresh water in the event that it gets exposed to salt water.
15.Ensure that your watch is returned to an official authorized dealer for servicing or any other necessary repairs.