Maintenance of crocodile skin watch strap

How to maintain a famous Longqin craftsman's crocodile skin watch strap
Although the famous Longqin craftsman's crocodile leather watch strap is expensive, it is more delicate than the cow leather watch strap, and less durable than the cow leather watch strap. Famous watches and luxury goods are not originally measured by the value of being more expensive and durable. The crocodile leather watch strap is also a consumable. In addition to the metal watch strap, the high-quality rubber watch strap is also relatively durable; The life expectancy of a crocodile skin watch strap worn every day is generally around 2 years. If the strap uses a folding clasp, the situation is better; If it is stitched into the buttonhole like a belt, it is most likely to crack from the bent part.
Exposure to sunlight and frequent contact with a large amount of sweat can cause the greatest damage to the watch strap, as well as moisture and moisture erosion. This alternating process can easily cause leather to dry, crack, harden, and produce a foul odor, which is the same as when wearing leather shoes.
Generally speaking, the materials of leather watchbands can be roughly divided into crocodile skin, lizard skin, shark skin, ostrich skin, and calf skin, with prices ranging from 1000 yuan to 5000 yuan to 6000 yuan. However, no matter which material of watchband is worn for a long time, it will produce a bad smell or harden. If appropriate and correct maintenance methods are taken and the 3S principle is mastered, the service life of the leather watchband can be extended by more than half, and these maintenance procedures are complete, You can do it yourself, without having to fake someone else, which is both economical and affordable.
The so-called 3S principle refers to the use of a lotion compatible with the skin, a soft wet cloth, and a quick natural air drying process. Generally, try to avoid contact between the watch strap and water. If you accidentally get wet, you should try to wait for it to dry before wearing it to avoid odor; When sleeping, it is best to place the watch strap in a ventilated place to allow cortical cells to open and breathe; In winter, the degree of hardening of the watch band is relatively large, and it is prone to curved shapes. At this time, it is important not to fold back to avoid damaging the cortex. In addition, the dust on the watch strap can be wiped with a clean cloth dipped with a little water and then placed in a ventilated place for natural air drying.
If the belt has been worn for a long time and has a strong odor of sweat, you can quickly clean the dirty area with a small brush dipped in a little soapy water, then quickly rinse it with clean water, dry it with a dry cloth, and finally apply some leather oil (for sensitive skin, it is recommended that no oil be used on the back). The entire cleaning process should preferably be completed within 10 to 20 seconds to prevent soap from penetrating and affecting the cortex. The maintenance of a belt watch is really not a difficult task. As long as you care more about it, it can prolong the life of your love watch. Why not?
Wearing leather watchbands looks very popular, and players also wear them soft and comfortable. Many people have allergies when wearing steel band watches, but wearing a belt can avoid causing allergic reactions in the body. Moreover, it also appears to be very high-end, which is also the object of choice for watchwearers.
Maintenance of crocodile skin watch strap
It is recommended to take off the original alligator leather watch strap and store it, and replace it with another calf leather watch strap that is also of good quality. Either wear it as little as possible in the summer and as much as possible in the winter. Usually, you can apply some colorless sheep oil to the watch strap, especially before storing it for a long time. This is the same as wearing leather shoes, and the effect is different if you do not maintain it for a long time.
When picking up and attaching a watch, the movements should be slow and gentle to avoid forceful and forceful pulling; After a bend occurs in the frequently fixed position of the watch strap, do not yearn to return to the plate; Frequent friction between the strap and hard objects such as the desktop can accelerate wear and loss of luster on the strap surface, which should be avoided as much as possible. When wearing a crocodile skin watch strap, do not tighten your wrist too tightly, and be moderately loose to reduce skin contact and sweat erosion.
No matter how good the leather is and how careful the care is, it cannot prevent the aging of the leather. If you find a broken watch strap, you should not hesitate to replace it in a timely manner. A worn leather watch strap can significantly reduce the appearance quality and grade of the watch, which is not self-evident, and may also lead to the risk of losing the watch.