Stainless steel watch?

May 17, 2010 04:48 PM Ralph asks:

I’m thinking of buying a stainless steel watch as most reasonably priced watches are produced from stainless steel. What are advantages of this material?

May 17, 2010 04:53 PM Watches.Infoniac Team answers:

Stainless steel is widely used by present-day watch producers for their watch cases and bracelets as this is a highly durable material that is also corrosion-resistant. This hard metal is most appropriate for sculpturing professional sports timepieces, including sports chronographs, diver’s and pilot’s watches.

A stainless steel watch is the right choice for everyday wearing, while watches sculptured in gold or platinum are often dress watches.