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Main Forums => General Discussion - Modern Watches => Topic started by: rahkshi007 on January 26, 2015, 09:01:34 AM

Title: Did leather strap is water phobia ?
Post by: rahkshi007 on January 26, 2015, 09:01:34 AM

Hello, currently I did have a watch with ceramic bracelet and if the watch full of fingerprint, i just rinse it with water.
I would like to put the watch with leather strap (in delivery status), how would you guys clean your watch if it is bundle with leather strap ?

Did leather strap cannot get wet at all ?

Title: Re: Did leather strap is water phobia ?
Post by: sshark on January 26, 2015, 09:23:49 AM

Most leather straps are water proof because of the final finishing that protects on the top layer. However, this does not mean you can soak the leather. Remember to wipe and air dry your watch after it get wet. Btw, what did you mean "in delivery status"?

Title: Re: Did leather strap is water phobia ?
Post by: rahkshi007 on January 26, 2015, 10:23:12 AM

Thanks for the info, I ordered online but haven't arrived yet. Seem like even washing hand also need to take off the watch..

Title: Re: Did leather strap is water phobia ?
Post by: Timeless on February 07, 2015, 05:14:56 AM

Non necessary to take off your watch when wash as the strap will dry it naturally though

Title: Re: Did leather strap is water phobia ?
Post by: JeepWH on February 07, 2015, 06:48:46 AM

Can get wet, but not soaking wet. Wipe immediately after getting it wet and air dry when possible. May have unpleasant smell after prolonged moisture if not properly dried.