This rubber strap is made from Hirsch's in-house Premium Caoutchouc mix that has been optimised for use thanks to decades of research & development by the Hirsch family. Their investment in to the process and passion for creating the very best possible mix for making watch strap has meant that their straps are amongst the most robust and comfortable rubber straps available today.

Why are Hirsch Premium Caoutchouc watch straps so good?

• They retain their shape regardless of what you do with them.
• They are tear resistant and highly elastic making them long lasting.
• They provide a natural feel making them very comfortable.
• They are more than happy in water thanks to the naturally derived waterproof properties.
• They are suitable for use by those with sensitive skin as they are latex free and use more naturally occurring materials than many other rubber straps.
• They can be easily cleaned using warm water and a small amount of soap.
• They are perfect for use in warm weather.

Any time you see the use of the Hirsch Premium Caoutchouc material, you know that it is a sign of long lasting quality.

Each watch strap has been treated using a technique called vulcanisation which was developed by Charles Goodyear at the beginning of the 19th century. These vulcanised rubber watch straps are resistant to chemical and mechanical influences that might normally compromise a rubber watch strap that hasn't gone through this process.

This strap comes with a highly polished H-Tradition buckle. Made from stainless steel, the H-Tradition is mounted to the most premium Hirsch watch straps in the range.

With a classic design and subtle Hirsch branding, the H-Tradition is a top quality buckle which comes in silver or gold tone to match your watch.

If you would prefer to mount a different buckle to your new strap then this H-Tradition buckle and be easily removed thanks to the drilled holes found on both sides. These drilled holes allow easy access to the spring bar.

This Hirsch watch strap comes with integrated quick-release spring bars. This allows the strap to be changed quickly and easily without the need for tools. The high quality spring bars are integrated in to the band during the manufacturing process and quality tested to ensure a safe and secure attachment to your watch.

If you would prefer not to have these integrated spring bars, they can be removed and replaced with traditional spring bars or whatever means your watch uses to attach to the strap.

This particular Hirsch watch strap is made to be 100% waterproof. This means that taking care of the strap is easier than a leather option thanks to the resilient materials that it is constructed from and the treatments it received during the manufacturing process.

We recommend that you clean your watch strap from time to time, especially if it is being worn everyday and throughout exercise. To do this, we recommend that you remove the strap from your watch (although not essential) and clean the all areas of the strap with warm water and a small amount of soap.

You can completely submerge this watch strap in water without fear that the strap might get damaged. It is entirely waterproof which makes frequent cleaning nice and easy for you.

We do recommend that you rinse your watch strap after exposing it to seawater and pool water. This strap is resistant to chemicals and salt but it is good practice to rinse the strap in clean water once you are done. We also recommend that you allow the strap to dry completely before putting it back on your wrist.

This watch strap is 100% waterproof which gives you peace of mind when it comes to exposing your watch and strap to water. It is thanks to years of research and development that Hirsch are able to back a 100% waterproof label for their waterproof watch straps.

Despite this, if you want to prolong the life of your watch strap, we do recommend that you rinse your watch strap after exposing it to seawater and pool water. This strap is resistant to chemicals and salt but it is good practice to rinse the strap in clean water once you are done. We also recommend that you allow the strap to dry completely before putting it back on your wrist.

Hirsch are proud to confirm that they follow all required conformity and regulations set within CITES and REACH.

CITES conformity:

• Use of leather from species-appropriate husbandry, controlled hunting stocks or strictly
  regulated according to CITES agreements.
• All imports, exports and re-exports of exotic materials are carried out in accordance with
  CITES documentation

REACH regulation:

• Ensuring a high level of protection for people and the environment by complying with EU
  REACH regulations.
• No processing or use of chemicals without legally required registration and risk
  assessment.