Common precautions for wearing a watch

1 WearingWatchSweat on the skin can be corrosive to the watch case. All-stainless steel cases, being nickel-chromium alloys, offer better corrosion resistance, whereas semi-steel cases are made of copper and are easily corroded by prolonged contact with sweat. You should regularly wipe away sweat with a soft cloth or use a plastic watch stand to prevent erosion.

2 Do not open the case back unnecessarily to prevent dust from entering the movement and affecting the watch's performance.

3 Do not store your watch in a wardrobe with mothballs, as this can cause the watch oil to deteriorate.

4 Do not place your watch on radios or televisions to avoid magnetisation.

5 For watches not in use, wind them once a month to ensure the parts do not remain stationary for too long, thereby maintaining the performance of the movement.