Guide to daily care and maintenance of watches

As a precise timing tool, the daily maintenance of a watch directly affects its service life and timekeeping accuracy. When wearing a watch, avoid collisions with hard objects or severe vibrations to prevent internal movement parts from loosening or being damaged. Although most watches have some waterproof function, high-temperature environments such as hot baths, saunas, or hot springs can accelerate the aging of waterproof rubber rings, leading to water vapor infiltration into the movement. It is recommended to remove the watch before entering these environments. In terms of cleaning, metal straps and cases can be cleaned by dipping a soft-bristled brush in a small amount of water to scrub away dirt in the gaps, and then wiped dry with a microfiber cloth. Leather straps should not be washed, and can be wiped with a dry cloth daily. If there are sweat stains, they should be placed in a cool, ventilated place to dry naturally, avoiding exposure to direct sunlight that can cause the leather to harden and crack. It is recommended to take mechanical watches to a professional repair shop every three to five years for movement cleaning and lubrication to ensure smooth gear operation. For quartz watches, pay attention to battery level and replace the battery promptly when it is depleted to avoid leakage that could corrode the movement circuit. Additionally, when not wearing a watch for a long time, store it in a dry, shaded watch box and keep it away from strong magnetic items such as mobile phones, speakers, and magnetic buckles to prevent the movement from being magnetically affected, thus affecting timekeeping accuracy. Developing correct wearing and maintenance habits can keep your watch looking new and accurately recording every precious moment.