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.

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 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 strap comes with a Hirsch H-Active buckle. Made from stainless steel, the H-Active is found on Hirsch watch straps that demand a bit more robustness from a buckle.

With a sporty design and subtle Hirsch branding, the H-Active is a heavy duty buckle which comes in polished silver, brushed and black.

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.

As with many other Hirsch watch straps, this model can be paired with a deployant clasp to convert the watch strap from a pin buckle strap to a deployant clasp watch strap.

The benefits of pairing this watch strap with a clasp include:

• Improved comfort.
• More secure.
• Easier to put on and take off.
• Prolongs the life of the watch strap.

To get an idea of how a Hirsch Sport Clasp is fitted, take a look at this video - How to Fit a Hirsch Sport Deployment Clasp

When you upgrade the buckle to a clasp from within the product page selection, our warehouse team will pair up the correct clasp for your strap width and clasp selection. The team will also part fit the clasp for you.

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 has been designed and manufactured to suit someone with an active lifestyle. Thanks to its high quality construction and considered design, this strap is suitable for use during many activities and applications.

Here is a list of activities and applications where this watch strap will thrive:

• Dive watch strap - this strap can be used for amateur and professional divers.
• Smart watch strap - you can fit this watch strap to a number of different smart watches.
• Sport watch strap - it is possible to wear this watch strap whilst participating in sports.

Here is a list of sports you would be able to do whilst wearing this watch strap.

• Archery
• Badminton
• Bowls
• Climbing
• Cycling
• Golf
• HIIT
• Hiking
• Padel
• Running
• Sailing
• Skateboarding
• Squash
• Swimming
• Table Tennis
• Tennis
• Training
• Triathlon
• Walking
• Water Polo
• Weightlifting