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July 24, 2025

How to Travel with a Watch - Safe Storage Guide [UPDATED 2025]

Keeping your watch collection safe is a top priority for any collector, especially when travelling. Whether it’s a weekend visit or a longer holiday, packing your watches securely is essential. In this guide, we explore...

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March 4, 2025

How To Measure Your Wrist Size

Selecting the perfect watch involves more than just admiring its aesthetics; it's about ensuring the timepiece complements your wrist both in size and comfort. An ill-fitting watch can detract from its elegance and may cause...

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February 3, 2025

5 Reasons To Buy Military Nylon Watch Straps

What is a Military-style strap? Put simply, it’s a practical, military-inspired watch strap that attaches separately to each of the watch’s lug bars for extra security in case one of the bars pops out. If...

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September 21, 2024

How do you break in and soften a leather watch strap?

Admittedly, even premium leather straps can cause discomfort when they are first worn. Leather can be stiff and unyielding straight out of the box so it isn’t uncommon to question how you might break a...

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September 17, 2024

How do you fit a leather watch strap?

Fitting a new leather strap to your favourite watch is not just about refreshing its appearance—it's also an opportunity to elevate its comfort and style. Whether you're replacing a worn-out band or simply looking to...

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July 9, 2024

How to Remove the Caseback on a Watch

There will be occasions when we may need to remove the screw-down case back on our pride and joy; it may be that it's a quartz and needs a replacement battery, or it may be...

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June 18, 2024

How To Change A Watch Strap

The thought of changing a watch strap is a daunting prospect for many. Here we take you through the process step by step.

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May 28, 2024

How To Install A Nylon Watch Strap

Are you looking for advice on how to fit a Military Nylon watch strap?

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May 21, 2024

How To Adjust Metal Watch Straps

If your watch strap isn't fitting you properly, here's a guide on how to adjust your metal watch strap.

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March 26, 2024

When Should You Service Your Watch?

Even if you take great care of your watch, maintaining its precision and elegance sometimes requires extra care, often in the form of professional servicing. But many watch owners wonder just how often to get...

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March 16, 2024

How to Maintain a Mechanical Watch

For enthusiasts and collectors alike, ensuring the longevity and optimal performance of mechanical watches is a top priority. That means understanding the basic steps for daily care of your mechanical watch, how to properly wind...