Bronze watches and Covid 19

Mar 27, 2020,08:01 AM
 

Digging out my Oris bronze watch.

The virus killing properties of Copper and its alloys are well known.
The leather strap is not so good so I will hunt for a silicone replacement
to make the ideal watch to wear during these difficult times.

Keep safe everybody

Best
David




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University of Southampton research on use of Copper and respiratory viruses 2015

 
 By: Michel : March 27th, 2020-09:15
On copper, and a range of copper alloys -- collectively termed 'antimicrobial copper' -- the coronavirus was rapidly inactivated (within a few minutes, for simulated fingertip contamination). Exposure to copper destroyed the virus completely and irreversi... 

I stand corrected [nt]

 
 By: manilx : March 28th, 2020-01:41