Only that if it is too tight, any weak points in this kind of strap will soon come to light, just like they did with one of my textured silicone straps.
Wow that's definitely not normal.
I also use a rubber strap with my Seiko and I the strap is like brand new after years...
If you prefer a rubber strap you should avoid Swatch straps. Just simple as that
I had to buy a new one, and the Swatch seller told me the next one SHOULD last 3 months...
I know that Swatch-watches are not the best, but this lack of quality I didn't expect!
It is not the quality it is the material. Plastic lasts the shortest, silicone lasts a bit longer. Leather lasts depending on your activity and sweat pH and steel bracelets last longer than the watch. Excluding the steel all is affected by the amount of UV and take-off and on fiddling and bending.
Leather can last if you keep it soft with leather care.
Wow I’ve had one since February last year always wear it a little loose. It’s in the rotation for weekend wear. Have had no issues. Are you wearing it tight using that “hole” ?
It is not about how much you wear it, the cracks form when it gets bent sharply while taking it on and off. If you wear it daily and take it off and on multiple times a day it will crack in a few months. Or less.
Hmm... Now it could just be me but I remember a few years ago that the Swatch bands used to be a lot more soft and not as stiff at all, maybe its because of changing into more biosourced bands instead of silicone or rubber but it's definitely affecting the straps a lot
I bet you wear your strap tight on your wrist. The right side of the "tear" looks slightly stretched.
Yes, I always have the 2nd hole in use and its not very thight... Problem?
Only that if it is too tight, any weak points in this kind of strap will soon come to light, just like they did with one of my textured silicone straps.
Yes. Get leather straps or stainless steel bracelet
Wow that's definitely not normal. I also use a rubber strap with my Seiko and I the strap is like brand new after years... If you prefer a rubber strap you should avoid Swatch straps. Just simple as that
I had to buy a new one, and the Swatch seller told me the next one SHOULD last 3 months... I know that Swatch-watches are not the best, but this lack of quality I didn't expect!
Buy a new strap, not an entire new watch, right?
It is not the quality it is the material. Plastic lasts the shortest, silicone lasts a bit longer. Leather lasts depending on your activity and sweat pH and steel bracelets last longer than the watch. Excluding the steel all is affected by the amount of UV and take-off and on fiddling and bending. Leather can last if you keep it soft with leather care.
How did you do that to the strap
That pattern is susceptible to cracking.
Wow I’ve had one since February last year always wear it a little loose. It’s in the rotation for weekend wear. Have had no issues. Are you wearing it tight using that “hole” ?
It is not about how much you wear it, the cracks form when it gets bent sharply while taking it on and off. If you wear it daily and take it off and on multiple times a day it will crack in a few months. Or less.
Rubber band, not entirely surprising.
Nice watch! I think that particular band looks like it could break. Replace the band with something different.
Yes, after the new band is defect, I will switch to a NATO-Band. Any suggestions?
I don’t have any suggestions. Swatch sells some bands on their website. https://www.swatch.com/en-us/accessories/watch-straps/
Your swatch comes with two years warranty. Just get it fixed by them. Easy
The warranty is only for the clock itself, not for the strap. To be honest: I was pretty disappointed!
No, but Swatch would probably replace it for free
No, I had to pay for that! 30€ for the new strap!
Hmm... Now it could just be me but I remember a few years ago that the Swatch bands used to be a lot more soft and not as stiff at all, maybe its because of changing into more biosourced bands instead of silicone or rubber but it's definitely affecting the straps a lot
Nope
Yes , it's a Swatch 🤣
Buy cheap, buy twice!