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Everything You Need To Know About Travelling with Expensive Watches

Travelling with expensive luxury watches can be daunting and potentially risky without the necessary knowledge. Keep reading to discover everything you need to know about keeping your much-loved timepieces safe. 
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Do Watches Increase in Value?

Some watches sell for thousands more than the original price only a few years after purchase. This can be due to the brand’s famous history, the rarity of the watch and the general condition of the piece. Discover which watches appreciate the most, here! 
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5 Watch Trends for 2023

As the year comes to an end, it’s the perfect time to get a head start on all the up and coming watch trends for the new year, and lucky for you, we’re here to help! Keep reading to discover 5 of the top watch trends for 2023. 
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What is a Watch Bracelet?

A watch bracelet is a type of watch band which affixes the watch to your wrist, commonly made of metallic substances such as stainless steel, titanium or gold. Discover everything you need to know here, including how they should fit, how to polish them and the best brands, 
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Are Watches Damaged by Cold Weather?

It's unlikely that cold weather will damage a watch, however extreme cold weather can affect the accuracy of some. If exploring in unpredictable climates, it's best to opt for an extreme weather watch. Keep reading to discover our top picks! 
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Watch Christmas Gift Guide 2022

On the hunt for the perfect gift for a watch lover for Christmas? Look no further, here is the ultimate guide for you. From watch winders to watch straps, these gifts will leave a smile on your loved one's face.
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The Benefits of Hirsch Performance Straps

If you live an active lifestyle and you're looking for a watch strap that is high quality, functional and of course, stylish, then the Hirsch Performance collection of watch straps is for you. But the benefits don’t stop there! Keep reading to discover more. 
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Leather Watch Strap Thickness - The Ultimate Guide

On average, leather watch straps tend to be about 3 to 4 millimetres. If the strap is too thick, it might not be able to make it the whole way around your wrist. Learn more about leather watch strap thickness here! 
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The Different Types of Watch Shape

While the majority of watches are round or rectangular, there are a wide variety of different shapes and sizes out there that you may not have even heard of. Keep reading to learn what they are!
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Watch Straps to Suit the Seiko Cocktail Time Presage Collection

The Seiko Cocktail Time Presage Collection is a sophisticated watch collection inspired by a variety of cocktails. Depending on your aesthetic, we have a full range of straps that we think suit the Seiko Cocktail range perfectly.
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The Best Affordable Watch Straps

One of the biggest misconceptions with purchasing watch straps is that they need to be expensive to be nice, especially if they are being paired with a luxury high-end watch. But...
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What Are Vegan Watch Straps?

To many, a watch is one of the most important parts of an outfit, and choosing the right watch strap is crucial to completing the perfect look. But for those who follow a vegan lifestyle, choosing a watch strap made from real animal leather isn’t an option. Discover everything you need to know about vegan watch straps here.
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