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Watch & strap

Everyday details, from fit to storage.

10 guides

The width at the case is only the first measurement in a successful strap change.

Match the strap to your routine as well as to the colour of the watch.

A strap can look dry on top while moisture remains in folds and under keepers.

Nominal strap length is a starting point; the fastening position decides how it wears.

Choose storage that supports each watch without pressing the strap or allowing cases to touch.

Keep dimensions and hardware together so that a future swap does not become a guessing exercise.

The buckle end has its own width and construction, separate from the watch attachment.

A light exterior wipe is different from washing a watch or cleaning inside its case.

Pack for the journey itself, including pressure, loose objects and the place you will put the watch on arrival.