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 to do is for it to break as a result of misuse.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.Remember to remove your watch if you are undertaking heavy or physically demanding work.
4.Be careful to avoid abrasions as scratches may eventually affect the case and bracelet.
5. Ensure the crown which is used to change the time and date should be properly pushed in at all times.This will help to prevent penetration by water and dust.
6.Keep your watch clean by wiping it with a cloth that is soft and dry.
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 you are changing the time or date, you should never do this within 3 hours either side of midnight.At this time the watch’s regular date change is being carried out internally and it is very important that it should not be interferred with.
10.Get your watch serviced straight away if you see moisture inside the crystal.
11.Remove your watch for hot showers, baths, saunas or physical work as any moisture will damage the inner workings as well as wear down the strap.
12.Diving watches still need regular servicing, despite their rigorous water resistance.
13.Ensure that you don’t subject your watch to pressure or heat.
14.Any watch should be rinsed under fresh water if it gets exposed to salt water.
15. Your watch should always be returned to an official authorized dealer for servicing or any other necessary repairs.
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