Traveling With Watches: How to Pack Smart

Packing Your Watches

Traveling with watches requires planning. A scratched case or lost watch can ruin a trip. Here is how to travel smart.

What to Pack

• 1-2 watches maximum: the one you wear, plus one alternative
• Travel case: hard-shell for checked luggage, soft roll for carry-on
• Extra straps: quick-release straps let you transform one watch for different occasions
• Spring bar tool: tiny, light, essential for strap swaps

Security

• Carry-on only: never check watches in luggage
• Hotel safe: store watches not being worn
• Wear the expensive one: your wrist is more secure than any bag

Air Travel

• Magnetism: airport scanners are generally safe for watches
• Pressure changes: can cause condensation in poorly sealed watches
• Time zones: this is why GMT watches exist

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I wear my watch through security?
Yes — the detector's field is too weak to magnetize watches.

Best travel watch?
A GMT on a bracelet — durable, versatile. See our GMT lineup.