The Ultimate Guide To Replica Watches

If you’re looking for a new watch, there are plenty of choices to consider beyond just its appearance. Are you opting for a digital or analog watch? Do you need it to be waterproof? This guide covers everything you need to know about replica watches so you can confidently choose the perfect timepiece.

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• The Clockwork (Movement)
• Time Display Options
• Water Resistance Levels
• Watch Glass Types
• Battery Replacement & Watchband Adjustments
• Maintenance Tips

The Clockwork: Understanding Watch Movements

The movement is the mechanism that powers a watch and ensures accurate timekeeping. Replica watches typically feature one of three main types of movements: Quartz, Manual, or Automatic.

Quartz Watches

Powered by a battery, Quartz watches use a vibrating crystal to maintain precision. These watches require minimal maintenance, with battery life ranging from one to five years. Quartz movements are known for their accuracy and affordability, making them a popular choice in both replica and genuine watches.

Manual Movements

Also known as hand-wound movements, manual watches require regular winding to keep the mainspring energized. These timepieces are valued for their craftsmanship and traditional appeal but demand consistent winding for accurate timekeeping.

Automatic Watches

Automatic, or self-winding, watches operate through wrist movement. A rotor inside the watch oscillates as you move, winding the mainspring and eliminating the need for manual winding. While automatic watches require movement to stay powered, they offer a durable and environmentally friendly option without the need for a battery.

Time Display Options

The way a watch displays time varies, and here are the main types:

Analog: Features hour, minute, and sometimes second hands, similar to a traditional clock.

Digital: Displays time numerically, often using four or six digits.

Chronograph: A multifunctional watch that includes a built-in stopwatch, identifiable by its three extra hands for tracking seconds, minutes, and hours.

Water Resistance Levels

Water resistance is measured in ATM (atmospheres), indicating the level of pressure a watch can withstand:

3 ATM: Splash-resistant, suitable for light water contact.

5 ATM: Can withstand showering and washing.

10 ATM: Suitable for swimming and snorkeling.

20 ATM: Designed for scuba diving and diving board jumps.

50 ATM: Made for deep-sea diving, offering maximum water resistance.

Watch Glass Types

Watch glass protects the dial and varies in hardness and durability:

Mineral Glass: The most common type, offering basic scratch resistance.

Crystal Glass: Enhanced with lead for added strength and clarity.

Sapphire Glass: Extremely durable and scratch-resistant, typically found in luxury watches.

Plastic Glass: Affordable and impact-resistant but more prone to scratches.

Battery Replacement & Watchband Adjustments

Replacing the Watch Battery

If you purchased your watch from a specialized retailer and it’s under warranty, you may be eligible for a free battery replacement. Otherwise, battery replacement costs can range from $19.99 to $50, depending on the watch model and water resistance requirements.

Shortening the Watchband

Adjusting a watchband varies based on its material:

Linked Bands: Can be adjusted using a watchband shortener.

Mesh Straps: Easily adjustable by repositioning the clasp with a screwdriver.

Leather Straps: Additional holes can be punched for a better fit.

Maintenance Tips

To keep your watch in top condition, follow these tips:

Use a polishing cloth to maintain the glass’s shine and remove fingerprints.

Rinse waterproof watches after swimming to prevent chlorine or salt damage.

Avoid direct contact with chemicals like perfume or hairspray to prevent band deterioration.

Replace batteries promptly to avoid leakage that can damage the watch.

Store your watch properly when not in use to prevent unnecessary wear.

By understanding these essential aspects of replica watches, you can make an informed decision and ensure your timepiece remains in excellent condition for years to come.

The water resistance

To indicate the water resistance of a watch, the term ATM (atmosphere) is used, this is a unit for pressure. 1 ATM is equal to 10 meters of water pressure. It may be confusing, but water pressure does not indicate how deep you can. With a 10-meter water pressure watch, you can not go underwater for 10 meters. Below we have indicated for each ATM where a watch is resistant to:

3 ATM: A 3 ATM watch is also called splashproof. This watch is resistant to drops and hand washing, but you should not immerse it.
5 ATM: This watch is resistant to showering and washing.
10 ATM: With this watch you can swim or snorkel.
20 ATM: This watch can stand well against water. You can scuba dive and dive from the diving board.
50 ATM: Watches with 50 ATM are made for deep-sea diving. Very waterproof.
But beware: if you have been baking on the beach in the sun all day and then dipping in the cool water, the sealing of your watch may shrink due to the temperature difference and it may be that even a waterproof watch is no longer 100% watertight.

The glass

For the protection of the dial, glass is used in watches. Watch glass is available in different hardnesses and materials. The best known materials are mineral glass, crystal glass and sapphire glass.

Mineral glass. Mineral glass is the watch glass that is most commonly used in the production of watches. It is a hardened type of glass which, with normal use, can withstand scratches.
Crystal glass . Crystal glass can be compared with mineral glass, but as an extra, lead has been added. The lead makes the glass brighter and stronger than mineral glass and it can be even better against scratches.
Sapphire glass . Sapphire glass is one of the more exclusive types of glass for watches. The glass is very strong and is scratch resistant even with intensive use. Sapphire glass is mainly used in luxury watches, because it takes a lot of time to make it.
Plastic glass. We have different kinds of plastic glass in our collection, in different quality classes. One of the plastic glasses used for watches is the durable acrylic glass. Plastic glass is much cheaper than all other types of glass and it is almost unbreakable. So it has a very high impact resistance. On the other hand, something is more scratch-sensitive than the other types of glass.

Service – Battery replacement & shortening watchband

Is your battery empty or does your watchband have to be tighter? Then you can always go to a jeweler or watchmaker. You can not replace your battery, but shorten a watch band … you can do that again!

Replacing
the watch battery If you bought your watch from perfectreplica and it is less than a year old, you can have the battery replaced free of charge with your receipt. In all other cases we charge $19.99. If you have a waterproof watch and you want it to be waterproof, we can not replace the battery in the store. The watch is then sent to the watchmaker so that the battery can be replaced and it can be made waterproof again. The costs are between $20, – and $50, -. Whether we ourselves replace the battery, or that the watchmaker can do this the best, we judge in the store.

Shorten the watchband?
If you have purchased your watch from perfectreplica, we will make your watchband free for you. Even if you have ordered online or have the watch as a gift, Do you have a watch that you did not buy at perfectreplica?

If your watchband does not have a complicated design, you can shorten it yourself in most cases:

Watch band with links . Do you have a watch band with links? then you can shorten yourself by means of this watchband-shortener. You tie the band in between and can easily push out the pin of the link.
Mesh watch band . You can easily adjust a mesh watch strap yourself by opening the latch with a screwdriver. Then you can slide the closure back and forth and click again in the right place. View our blog for a clear overview!
Leather watch band . A leather watch band, you just have to puncture a hole.
Maintenance tips
How do I keep my watch clean for as long as possible?
If you want to have a lot of fun with your watch, be careful with it. Below are some tips to keep your watch as neat as possible

Rub your watch with our watch polishing cloth . The glass will shine nicely and stains and fingerprints will disappear through it.
Is your watch waterproof? Clean it after swimming, because chlorine and seawater can damage your watch. That would be a waste! Use water and mild soap for this.
Be careful with chemicals such as perfume or hair spray. If your watch comes into contact with it, it can affect the band. So do not spray perfume directly on the watch or on the skin that comes into contact with it.
If you have a watch with a low battery, replace the battery as soon as possible. If an empty battery is left in a watch for too long, it can oxidize and leak. This can damage your watch.
Make sure you store your watch in a place where it can not be damaged, and … another tip: if you are going to store your watch for a longer period of time, put the clock still. This way you will prevent the battery from being empty if you want to wear it again after a long time.
Do you know exactly after all this info which watch wants, or do you need more inspiration? View our range of watches to find your perfect replica watches!