How to Maintain Your Watch

A common question asked at the repair desk and even whilst buying a watch is whether a watch is waterproof or not. In the watch making industry, it is almost impossible for a watch to be waterproof as it implies that there is no means of water getting into a movement. Instead, watches can be deemed as water-resistant which means that it is made more difficult for water to get into the movement.

The depth that is indicated on the watch or in its description tells you how far under water you can go until the watch cannot withstand the water pressure it is facing. After that point, water can enter the watch. Diving watches are made to withstand very high pressures for this very reason; the cases are built to protect the movement and make them more water resistant.

The most common reason why watches actually face water damage however is because of the improper closure of the crown. If the crown is not properly secured, it will allow water to enter the movement.