Rubber straps in wrist watches

Rubber wrist watch straps

In the process of choosing a wrist watch, every detail is important: the design and size of the dial, the quality of components, functionality, convenience in the process of wearing. Only by choosing the perfect ratio of all these characteristics, you can get an accessory that fully meets individual needs.

We have repeatedly talked about the mechanisms, design and functionality of watches, and now pay attention to the element that provides convenience in the process of wearing – straps and, in particular, rubber. Many modern models are equipped with them, causing some buyers enthusiasm, while others are more confused. So what kind of material is it? Is it worth buying a watch with rubber straps? Will they be comfortable in process of operation? Let's look at these issues in more detail.

Where did rubber come from?

Rubber is a natural rubber derived from the juice of the Brazilian hevea. For the first time it was used for economic purposes by indigenous tribes of the Amazon. On the European continent, the material was due to Christopher Columbus, becoming popular very quickly. From him massively began to make shoes, raincoats and other products. Gradually, the range of products manufactured from rubber has become more and more expanded. Today, this natural material is extremely popular because of its high strength in combination with elasticity. Analogues it does not yet exist.

Rubber in watch manufacturing

He became popular in the production of watches. It is used not only for straps, but also for accessories (mainly sports models). Natural hevea juice is white, but being in contact with heat and air, it coagulates, turning into a black resin substance. But experts have learned to give rubber completely different shades, so you can find watches with blue, yellow, gray, red straps, etc. on sale.

For the first time rubber in watches began to use the Hublot brand. The manufacturer had a task to create an accessory that combines practicality, convenience in wear, external presentability. So there was the first collection of sports men's and women's chronometers with rubber bracelets. The trend was picked up by other manufacturers, in particular the Swiss brand Ulysse Nardin, assessing their strength, convenience, excellent combination with metal and other materials.

Key benefits of rubber straps

We have already said that rubber has no analogues either among natural or synthetic materials. Its main advantages are:

Ø   high plasticity and elasticity, providing comfort in wear: the watch fits tightly on the hand, but does not RUB and does not squeeze the wrist;

Ø   electrical current nonconductivity;

Ø   immunity to water, alcohols, acetone and many other chemical components;

Ø   resistance to cracking, deformation, abrasion, allowing to permanently preserve the presentable appearance;

Ø   immunity to rot, mold and other pathogens.

Rubber does not cause allergic reactions, dermatitis, irritation even with regular wear in the hot season. This property has contributed to the fact that the market began to appear similar models for children. This strap does not lose its elasticity in the cold, remaining an indispensable accessory at any time of the year.

All this is the key to a long and convenient operation of the accessory, which is why the watch models with rubber bracelets are gaining popularity among consumers of different ages. They are consciously chosen by swimmers, divers, climbers, athletes, thrill-seekers and fans of an active lifestyle.

Natural rubber of the highest quality is used in the production of luxury watches. But, unfortunately, the market presents a lot of fakes of dubious quality. They are easy to identify tactile. Natural rubber is smooth and pleasant to the touch, the strap from the first time will ideally lie on your hand, will not cause any discomfort. If it is slightly stretched, it will not deform or crack.

That is why experts recommend to choose watches in ordinary, not online stores. So you can easily determine the quality of the accessory as a whole. In our catalog to attention of buyers many models with straps from natural high-quality rubber which with guarantee will satisfy your inquiries on appearance, reliability and cost are presented. Each model is carefully inspected by a watchmaker before shipping. If you still have doubts, we invite you to visit one of the retail stores of our network, choose the right model and buy it at the price of the online catalog.