After 626 days of continuous wear, the reviewer experienced a failure of the genuine Alpine Loop Apple watch band, which appeared to be a flaw in the stitching. Despite the band being worn during various adventures, its adhesive began to lift and critical stitching frayed, potentially putting the watch at risk of falling off. With a price tag of $99, the longevity and durability of the band are now under scrutiny, prompting reflection on expected lifespan versus reality for premium accessories.
It's accompanied me on many an adventure, been in several countries... and it still looks like new. Regular readers will have seen it in countless photos here.
I noticed that the adhesive holding down the end tabs was lifting... but I hadn't noticed was that the stitching must have already given way.
Is two years a good lifespan for a watch band, or do you expect something this pricey to last longer?
The other day, something broke... it wasn't disastrous due to the resistance the band experiences at the loop that attaches to the watch.
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