Q: Stainless Steel milanese watch band magnetic clasp corrosion
I have a Stainless Steel Milanese watch loop which is almost a year old
It seems that moisture from hand washing has got under the stainless cover plate which sits within the neoprene friction band and started corrosion (rusting) of the magnet in the clasp. This corrosion has then expanded popping off the cover plate which had been slowly rising at one side before then. I now have a rusty magnet in contact with the strap which is staining the band and me.
David D
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Apple Watch 42mm, watchOS 2.2, Stainless Steel with Milanese Loop
Posted on Apr 14, 2016 6:11 AM
Hi Dave
Apple advises that Apple Watch and watch bands should be kept clean and dry, including by drying them thoroughly if they are exposed to water:
https://help.apple.com/watch/#/apd707b42a5e
If you are concerned about a potential manufacturing defect with your band, contact Apple Support (mail-in service may be available) or make a Genius Bar reservation with a view to having it checked under warranty.
Posted on Apr 14, 2016 6:16 AM