Luxury watches, especially mechanical watches, require meticulous care to maintain their elegance

Luxury watches, especially mechanical watches, require meticulous care to maintain their elegance and functionality. Apart from the standard precautions such as waterproofing (even professional diving watches need their waterproof rubber rings replaced every five years and undergo waterproof testing), dust protection (to reduce wear on the watch case), and avoiding magnetic fields, it is crucial to shield luxury watches from severe impacts.

In everyday scenarios, such impacts could include dropping the watch onto hard surfaces or participating in sports like golf or tennis, which can significantly damage the watch movement. It is a common habit to wear watches on the left hand, making activities that primarily involve the right hand, such as playing tennis or badminton, less risky for the watch (observe Rafael Nadal playing tennis; he wears his watch on the non-dominant hand). However, golf presents a different challenge. The shock delivered to the watch during a swing due to both hands gripping the club can be immense, potentially causing irreversible damage to delicate components like the hairspring. Therefore, it is advisable to remove your watch before swinging in golf; putting, which involves less impact, might still be safe for wearing your watch.

Temperature extremes have virtually no effect on modern watches, ensuring reliable performance whether in the polar regions or the desert. Rest assured, your luxury timepiece is designed to withstand various environmental conditions, ensuring durability and precision.