WatchObsession Blog

Fitting your deployment clasp is simple with our expert step-by-step guide. This blog will also help you choose the right clasp for your watch. 

Watches are built to last, and taking care of your watch comes hand in hand with this. We have compiled a list of basic maintenance tips you should know to keep your watch clean and efficient for years to come.

There is no universal answer to how tight a watch strap should be as it all comes down to personal preference. That being said, your watch should be comfortable and secure, and a strap that is too tight (or too loose) isn't. Find out how to get the perfect fit here.

Many leather watch straps available shouldn’t be exposed to water for long periods of time. Some, however, are totally waterproof and water resistant, designed specifically for use in the water. Here we have cultivated our top 4 waterproof leather watch straps. 

Leather watch straps are known to be overall reliable watch straps. When you add in a handmade factor and the allure of premium real Italian leather, their appeal is only increased. Browse our top ten handmade Italian leather watch straps here. 

A chronograph is a specific type of watch that is used as both a display watch and stopwatch. Find out the history of the chronograph watch, how to use one, and our top picks here. 

To add holes to a watch strap, you should use a pair of watch strap hole punch pliers. Learn how to use them and find out more about adjusting your watch strap in our expert guide. 

A tachymeter on a watch is often used to measure speed, but there is much more to it than that. Find out how to use your tachymeter, and what you can do with it, with our expert guide. 

If you’re the type of person to spend your spare time exploring the great outdoors, then you’ll need a timepiece that's practical, robust, and comfortable. Read our top picks for the best adventure watches here. 

To determine which size watch strap you should get, you need to measure the strap length and lug width on your watch. Find out how here - and get the perfect fitting strap for your favourite timepiece. 

Whether a watch strap is universal is dependent on how the strap attaches to the watch. Learn more, and find your perfect watch strap, with our expert guide on universal watch straps.