Water Resistance Ratings Explained: What the Numbers on a Watch Really Mean
Water resistance is measured in lab conditions and does not describe every activity. Here is how the ratings are read and what to avoid.
Category: Watches
Practical guides to watch movements, case size and fit, water resistance ratings, straps and engraving, and the timing of watch gifts, written for the buyer who wants a watch that fits the wrist and the occasion.
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Watch Case Size, Lug Width and Strap Fit: Getting the Measurements Right
Case diameter and lug width decide how a watch sits on the wrist. Here is how to measure, what to compare and how straps change the fit.