Anyone tried ETS on business class KL-Penang ? Worth it compared to flight as an alternate ?

Fast-forward to 2026, and the challenges of the past have largely been resolved; swapping watch straps is now effortless, as watches come equipped with quick-release mechanisms. Aftermarket manufacturers began introducing push-button quick-release systems over a decade ago, making it incredibly convenient to buy and use such straps—so much so that, back then, spotting a strap with this feature was a sure sign it was an aftermarket product. Remarkably, however, a decade later, many major watch brands are now producing watches that feature the very same quick-release push-button systems once pioneered by the aftermarket sector.

For the average office worker, professional advice suggests that little to no cleaning is required. However, if you sweat heavily or are frequently exposed to dirty environments during your daily routine, you can rinse the watch once a month using fresh water and a mild cleaning solution. Immediate cleaning is essential after exposure to seawater or swimming pool water. Before doing so, however, ensure your watch is water-resistant and the crown is securely locked; avoid using water that is too hot, and always wipe the watch dry with a clean cloth after cleaning. Please exercise caution when cleaning watches with leather straps.

I’m revisiting this post from 2021 to add a reply. Back then, 8,000 could actually buy you a fantastic, high-end Swiss automatic watch with complications. Fast forward to 2026, and that same amount barely gets you a quartz watch from certain Swiss brands. Automatic watches from even slightly upmarket brands now exceed 10,000, while the prices for automatic chronographs are staggering. Looking back, the watch world used to be genuinely fun and engaging—offering high quality at reasonable prices and a constant stream of watches with diverse functions and unique character; buying a watch was an experience to be savored. Today, almost every watch is produced as a replica or a "homage"—it’s either a standard three-hand design or a lookalike of a Submariner, nautilus or an RM. Without looking at the brand name, it’s nearly impossible to tell one from another. Functional variety has vanished, yet prices have surged like a tsunami.