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As a trusted and reliable companion, your watch performs its function uninterruptedly and obediently day and night. Whether it is a vintage heirloom or a luxury watch, your watch should still have its stability and consistency throughout the years. Keep it in excellent working condition by following these tips.
Service
To ensure that all the intricate mechanical parts that make up your watch continue to run like clockwork, it is important to service your watch regularly. Dismantling the parts ensures that any dirt, dust and debris that is in between them is removed. By properly cleaning, lubricating and polishing each piece before reassembling it.
Storage
Your watch is a delicate and well-tuned instrument that needs to be properly stored and protected. That is from dust, dirt and moisture, which can contribute to internal damage. Temperature and humidity are important factors to consider when storing your watch. Their extremes may be a reason for damage to its components, perhaps affecting its accuracy as well as its resistance to water.
When not in use, it is best to store it in a dry, well-ventilated environment away from direct sunlight. A protective case or watch box can protect it from scratches and physical damage and keep it clean and dust-free. This will help ensure that your watch will maintain its immaculate condition, as well as its appearance and value.
Water resistance
A watch's ability to withstand water can be seen on its dial and is usually in atmospheres (ATM) or bars. It is important to understand what these units represent to determine the level of water protection your watch has. The following units are common levels of water resistance:
Water resistant: Protection from small splashes, but not fully waterproof. Avoid contact with water.
Water resistance up to 3 bar: Suitable for hand washing and water splashing, but not for showering.
Water resistant up to 5 bar: Safe for showering and swimming, but avoid prolonged and direct exposure and direct water jets.
Water resistance up to 10 bar: You can use it for swimming and snorkeling on the surface.
Water resistance up to 20 bar: Suitable for recreational diving, diver's watch.
Water resistant up to 50 bar: It can withstand deep diving.
Make sure you know how much water your watch can handle before you subject it to any of the above.
Whether you wear yours as an accessory in a professional environment or keep it as a timeless gift, following these guidelines will keep your watch working as it should for years to come.
