Milanese Loop question

[PhoenixDown]

So I bought a third party Milanese Loop band for my Apple Watch and it didn't seem to age well. The area's in between the links have blackened for lack of a better description. I am wondering if the official Milanese Loop band from Apple is holding up better? If the new Apple Watch has enough improvements, I'm looking to upgrade.

Thanks

 

[techno-Zen]

Like most 3rd party apple rip off bands: They are garbage. I've had my OEM since 2015 and outside of normal buffing on the clasp it still shines bright. Definitely worth it.

 

[PhoenixDown]

Thanks -- I figured as much but glad for the confirmation.

 

[Allyance]

Had my gold band for about a year, still looks good, but will probably get a ultrasonic cleaner to keep it clean.

 

[techno-Zen]

Had my gold band for about a year, still looks good, but will probably get a ultrasonic cleaner to keep it clean.

Warm water and a little dish soap is all you need

 

[CWallace]

I owned the Apple OEM silver Milanese loop for three years with my Series 0 Stainless Steel and it was fine when I sold both.

I did buy a third-party Space Black ML for my Series 4 Space Black Stainless and the band is fine, but the magnetic end is wearing a bit in terms of the finish. I don't really wear it anymore, though, now that I have the OEM SB Stainless Link Bracelet.