by Amy Stride

leather watch strap

Watches are made from a wide variety of different materials. A quality watch from a reputable dealer you will be able to tell what a watch is made from. These details can normally be found on each different component; the watch strap or bracelet and the case back.

Gold is only used for luxury watches. Gold watches are dress watches, normally purchased for special occasions and are not suitable for everyday wear. One advantage to having a gold watch is that gold has an intrinsic value.

If you fancy a gold watch but want something more usable than a solid gold watch you can opt for a watch with a leather strap and gold case or a gold plated watch. Gold plated watches have the same lustrous colour as gold but come at a fraction of the price.

Silver are more durable than gold watches but are more prone to tarnishing.

Titanium is a lightweight and exceptionally durable material. The downside is that it is an expensive material compared to stainless steel, so the cost is often considered prohibitive by watch makers.

Stainless Steel are combined with its distinctive bright colouring make it an ideal metal to use in watch making. It is commonly used for watch cases whatever the strap type and is a relatively cheap option.

Rubber/resin are watches with resin straps are normally designed for serious outdoor use.

Leather is used to make watch straps because it is inexpensive, compared to the other products. Leather can be dyed any colour. Imitation leather is also available, these straps tend to be cheaper and less durable.

Webbing strap are generally the cheapest of the straps on the market.