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rhyzome

macrumors 6502
Original poster
Apr 2, 2012
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Are the leather straps (especially, the Modern Buckle) waterproof? Will they hold up to a shower everyday?

If I wear my watch in the shower, should I just use a rubber strap?
 

Carac

macrumors 6502
Apr 21, 2015
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Are the leather straps (especially, the Modern Buckle) waterproof? Will they hold up to a shower everyday?

If I wear my watch in the shower, should I just use a rubber strap?

...No, don't get the leather wet. It will spot and eventually dry out and disintegrate.
 

dmcgoy

macrumors member
May 20, 2011
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From (non Apple Watch) experience, leather bands hold up very poorly to moisture. Over time it will look pretty grungy. Especially if you exercise regularly (sweat!) with it.
 
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