Storing and Handling your Watch

Best Practices for Storing Your Watch When It Is Not on Your Wrist

Effective storage is vital to keeping your watch in prime condition, to ensure your timepiece remains well-preserved.

Make use of a Watch Box or Case

Investing in a quality watch box or case that offers padded compartments will protect your watch from dust, scratches, and accidental impact while keeping it organized and secure.

Avoid Direct Sunlight

Storing your watch in a cool, dark place. As with most things prolonged exposure to sunlight can damage the materials, it can cause and can degrade your watch over time.

Avoid Temperature Extremes

Storing your watch in an area with as stable a temperate as possible is ideal. Extended periods of extreme temperature fluctuations can affect your watch's accuracy and in some instances material integrity. If at possible storing your watch in a climate-controlled environment is optimal.

Let Your Watch Work

Watches are designed to work so it is essential to wind mechanical watches periodically to allow the movement to work. This helps maintain the even distribution of lubricants inside, preserving accuracy and longevity.

Remove Before Using Substances

Before applying lotions, perfumes, or when using other substances, it is strongly advised that you take off your watch. Substances contain various degrees of chemicals and other compounds that can tarnish, or even degrade the materials your watch is made. Contact with salt or dirty water can lead to long term damage of your watch too. It is advised that you rinse your watch with clean fresh water should you come into contact with any of these substances and dry it well with a lind free cloth.

Understanding Watch Winders: Their Pros and Cons

A watch winder is a handy tool for keeping automatic watches running when not worn. However, it is important that you understand the benefits and possible drawbacks to using a watch winder.

Maintenance of Accuracy

Automatic watches rely on movement to retain their accuracy. A watch winder emulates the necessary movement to ensure that your watch continues to run correctly, eliminating the need for the watch to be worn periodically or reset.

Preservation of Lubrication

Regular movement helps keep the internal lubricants evenly distributed, reducing wear and extending the watch's lifespan.

A Convenient Storage Solution:

Many watch winders also serve as storage cases, providing a stylish and practical way to keep your timepieces secure and ready for use.

Potential for Overuse

Continuous winding might lead to wear and tear if the winder is not properly adjusted. It is essential that if you make use of a watch winder that you set the winder to match your watch in line with its unique specifications.

Initial Investment

High-quality watch winders can be pricey. If you have only one or two watches, the investment may be difficult to justify, especially if you are able to wear your watches regularly. Watch winders are ostensibly most beneficial for enthusiasts with multiple automatic watches who are unable to wear their times piece regularly.

Tips for Traveling with Your Watch

Traveling with your watch and ensuring it is safe and does not encounter any mishaps while you are traveling is key. Here are a couple of tips to consider when traveling:

Use a Travel Case

We have spoken about the benefits of a travel case and here is another instance where a travel case can prove to be invaluable. A well-designed travel case with padded compartments will protect your watch from bumps and scratches and give you piece of mind. When selecting a travel case be mindful that you want one that will securely hold your watch in place.

Keep It on Your Wrist During Security Checks

Let's be honest, outside of the risk of theft we do know those handling your luggage while you travel often elect efficiency above care and as such anything inside your luggage, even when you think it is buried among your clothes runs the risk of damage. It may seem obvious but where possible, particularly when going through a security check point, keep your watch on your wrist.

Pack with Care

If you do need to pack your watch or are taking multiple with you, place your watch in a protective box or case and wrap it in a soft cloth and secure it within your luggage to minimize excessive movement and to prevent it from being bashed or crushed .

Protect from Extreme Conditions

when traveling you can be exposed to weather extremes. Be mindful that unlike yourself your watch thrives on constants and as such we suggest you are cautious of exposing your watch to extreme temperatures, humidity, and take care to wash your watch after water exposure during your travels.

Taking the time to properly store, wind, and be prepared when traveling with your watch will ensure its longevity and keep it in impeccable condition. By following these tips, while many may seem obvious, you will protect your investment, maintain its value, and ensure your timepiece is always in optimal condition.