There are various devices or gadgets that tell the time but the wristwatch remains a timeless accessory. Going beyond time telling, the wristwatch is a fashion item. The stronger and classy it is, the better it is for the owner.
You can tell a lot about a person by the kind of wristwatch they wear. From a man’s wristwatch, you can conclude on his personality, style, priorities and level. It is the little things that go along way in our total appearance and the wristwatch is one of them,. Do you know that the wristwatch is also one of the things people notice about a man asides his shoes? Now you know so ensure you always wear a wristwatch that makes a powerful statement about who you are.
Find below tips on how to care for your wristwatch:
- Clean your wristwatch frequently. Use a soft cloth and wipe down the band and the case to remove any dirt or dust. If its a leather wristwatch, use a damp cloth, gently dry and polish.
- Dry metallic wristwatch after cleaning because it has tendency to rust.
- Service your wristwatch every two or three years, regardless of warranty length.
- Do you know that placing your watch close to a magnet can negatively affect the timekeeping of your wristwatch? Avoid magnets.
- Know your wristwatch water resistance level. If your watch is water resistant up to 50 meters, don’t play with water. If your watch cannot handle the water depths, the rapid change in pressure may prove to be too much for your watch to bear. If your watch is not water resistant, it can still handle small splashes of water, but it’s best to avoid this. If your watch has a leather band, you will want to avoid getting your watch wet because water can weaken the leather strap.
- Be careful so that the crystal of your watch does not rub against a wall or any other objects that may cause scratches.
- When you are not wearing your watch, keep it in the storage box it came in.
- Avoid long periods of exposure to sunlight and moisture. Sunlight fades the colour on your watch and heat can shorten the battery life.
- Chemicals like perfumes, oil, cleaning supplies etc can damage your wristwatch especially its leather band. Whenever you spray perfume or cologne, allow to dry completely dry before placing the watch on your wrist. Your watch, like your expensive diamond jewelry should be the last thing you put on after dressing.
- Never open your wristwatch yourself. Opening your watch exposes it to dust, dirt, and other particles that cause damages. Instead employ the service of a wristwatch maker to do his work.