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mrhy · 8 March 2013, 11:17 PM

I see many members post that they wear their watch in the shower.I dont know if its an old wives tale,but I was always told that this would actually cause the oil in the watch to dry out.

beshannon · 8 March 2013, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by mrhy

I see many members post that they wear their watch in the shower.I dont know if its an old wives tale,but I was always told that this would actually cause the oil in the watch to dry out.

At least the watch will be clean!

Gaijin · 8 March 2013, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by mrhy

I see many members post that they wear their watch in the shower.I dont know if its an old wives tale,but I was always told that this would actually cause the oil in the watch to dry out.

It will be fine.

Armyguy03 · 8 March 2013, 11:36 PM

NEVER WEAR IT IN THE SHOWER!!

just kidding

your watch will be okay in the shower

MonBK · 8 March 2013, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by mrhy

I see many members post that they wear their watch in the shower.I dont know if its an old wives tale,but I was always told that this would actually cause the oil in the watch to dry out.

You're absolutely right........................................its an old wives tale.

cffluntouch · 8 March 2013, 11:41 PM

Depends on what conditioner you use.....:-)

Olav16710 · 9 March 2013, 12:09 AM

Depends on the hydrophobic cleansing agent which could, over time, seep into the watch.

This could happen because once you are out of the shower the cleansing agent residue can still be present on the watch and when you break the seal on your watch by adjusting your time, for example, the leftover residue of the substance could enter the watch mechanism thus causing a reaction to the delicate watch oils.

Also note that the residue also will be "dissolved" by your sweat and also act as a vector into the watch mechanism if it is in a non sealed state.

Of course this process takes many years.

If you shower with your watch make sure it is rinsed off so there is no residue left over from whatever you are using to clean yourself.

mldaytona · 9 March 2013, 12:13 AM

mrhy · 9 March 2013, 12:13 AM

Thanks,thats about the only time I take it off.

submariner66 · 9 March 2013, 12:15 AM

I don't wear mine in the shower simply because I'm more likely to bang it into something getting clean myself! Also it will build up a white film inside the crevices of the bracelet. I noticed this on my older watches. I just treat this one a little differently. Just a personal preference.

storm66 · 9 March 2013, 12:23 AM

I don't take mine off at all..... If it can cope
With 1000ft of salt water pressure then 6ft above
Shower tray level should be fine

DJ16234 · 9 March 2013, 12:25 AM

How can you shower or sleep with watch?? Also wrist and skin need some air.
If you have watch on your wrist 24/7 think how many bacterias and viruses are under(inside) bracelet. And dont mention the smell afther some time.

Olav16710 · 9 March 2013, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by DJ16234

How can you shower or sleep with watch?? Also wrist and skin need some air.
If you have watch on your wrist 24/7 think how many bacterias and viruses are under(inside) bracelet. And dont mention the smell afther some time.

Smells like a fine cheese.

storm66 · 9 March 2013, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by DJ16234

How can you shower or sleep with watch?? Also wrist and skin need some air.
If you have watch on your wrist 24/7 think how many bacterias and viruses are under(inside) bracelet. And dont mention the smell afther some time.

.... It all gets clean in the shower.....

Knappo 1307 · 9 March 2013, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by mrhy

I see many members post that they wear their watch in the shower.I dont know if its an old wives tale,but I was always told that this would actually cause the oil in the watch to dry out.

Just take the watch off when showering...... please!!!

padi56 · 9 March 2013, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by mrhy

I see many members post that they wear their watch in the shower.I dont know if its an old wives tale,but I was always told that this would actually cause the oil in the watch to dry out.

Complete and utter boswelocks Rolex did a advertisement a few years back where they boiled a Rolex oyster watch.

Olav16710 · 9 March 2013, 12:46 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Complete and utter boswelocks Rolex did a advertisement a few years back where they boiled a Rolex oyster watch.

Then what did they do with it?

MonBK · 9 March 2013, 12:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Olav16710

Then what did they do with it?

Served it with French Fries.

dawsss · 9 March 2013, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Served it with French Fries.

superdog · 9 March 2013, 12:41 AM

i take mine off, only for the shower.

and not because i fear anything happening, but i can never get it dry underneath or in between the links.

Toivonen · 9 March 2013, 12:41 AM

I wear my sea dweller 24/24 7/7 ,even in the shower or during night...but i have to say that the Rolex technician at my ad told me that the high temperature and the soap are Two unhealty elements for the watch gaskets

MonBK · 9 March 2013, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Toivonen

I wear my sea dweller 24/24 7/7 ,even in the shower or during night...but i have to say that the Rolex technician at my ad told me that the high temperature and the soap are Two unhealty elements for the watch gaskets

Like Peter always says: Your AD is talking out of where the sun don't shine.

Kingair · 9 March 2013, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Like Peter always says: Your AD is talking out of where the sun don't shine.

x 2 . . . .

HAGWe

james1787 · 9 March 2013, 12:44 AM

Nope, everything comes off for the shower. If I were to take my watch in the shower I'd want to follow up by giving the watch a bath to get all the soap residue that probably collected in the bracelet or clasp clean. That would get old to have to do that every day. Nah, my watch sits on the dresser until I'm ready to put it on for the day.

Speed · 9 March 2013, 12:58 AM

Is it safe to eat French Fries with a Rolex?

MonBK · 9 March 2013, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Speed

Is it safe to eat French Fries with a Rolex?

If it's properly boiled, yes.

NorthernPike · 9 March 2013, 01:10 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

If it's properly boiled, yes.

Garnish with Olav's fine cheese.

Micha · 9 March 2013, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Speed

Is it safe to eat French Fries with a Rolex?

james1787 · 9 March 2013, 01:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Speed

Is it safe to eat French Fries with a Rolex?

May want to ask your doctor that question instead of asking here

Grey.Coupe · 9 March 2013, 12:58 AM

What Padi said.

I have worn Rolex for over 30 years, and if I have it on, it is on 24 hours a day. The habit makes me extra careful as I ruined a leather band on a JLC by getting in the shower with it on...Watch was 100% OK.

8 March 2013, 11:17 PM	#1
mrhy "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: new york Watch: Pepsi GMT Posts: 2,383	Wearing rolex in the shower I see many members post that they wear their watch in the shower.I dont know if its an old wives tale,but I was always told that this would actually cause the oil in the watch to dry out.

8 March 2013, 11:36 PM	#4
Armyguy03 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: DM[V] Watch: 16710 \| 16600 Posts: 3,546	NEVER WEAR IT IN THE SHOWER!! just kidding your watch will be okay in the shower __________________ Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

9 March 2013, 12:41 AM	#20
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	i take mine off, only for the shower. and not because i fear anything happening, but i can never get it dry underneath or in between the links. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

8 March 2013, 11:41 PM	#6
cffluntouch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: St. Louis Posts: 79	Depends on what conditioner you use.....:-)

9 March 2013, 12:09 AM	#7
Olav16710 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Olav Location: Carmel, CA Watch: 16710 Posts: 286	Depends on the hydrophobic cleansing agent which could, over time, seep into the watch. This could happen because once you are out of the shower the cleansing agent residue can still be present on the watch and when you break the seal on your watch by adjusting your time, for example, the leftover residue of the substance could enter the watch mechanism thus causing a reaction to the delicate watch oils. Also note that the residue also will be "dissolved" by your sweat and also act as a vector into the watch mechanism if it is in a non sealed state. Of course this process takes many years. If you shower with your watch make sure it is rinsed off so there is no residue left over from whatever you are using to clean yourself.

9 March 2013, 12:13 AM	#8
mldaytona "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Michael Location: USA Watch: me go all out Posts: 1,183

9 March 2013, 12:15 AM	#10
submariner66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: John Location: New Jersey Watch: 114060 Posts: 1,139	I don't wear mine in the shower simply because I'm more likely to bang it into something getting clean myself! Also it will build up a white film inside the crevices of the bracelet. I noticed this on my older watches. I just treat this one a little differently. Just a personal preference.

9 March 2013, 12:23 AM	#11
storm66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: london Posts: 842	I don't take mine off at all..... If it can cope With 1000ft of salt water pressure then 6ft above Shower tray level should be fine

9 March 2013, 12:25 AM	#12
DJ16234 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Earth Posts: 43	How can you shower or sleep with watch?? Also wrist and skin need some air. If you have watch on your wrist 24/7 think how many bacterias and viruses are under(inside) bracelet. And dont mention the smell afther some time.

9 March 2013, 12:41 AM	#21
Toivonen "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Vittorio Location: Italy Watch: SeaDweller Deepsea Posts: 1,001	I wear my sea dweller 24/24 7/7 ,even in the shower or during night...but i have to say that the Rolex technician at my ad told me that the high temperature and the soap are Two unhealty elements for the watch gaskets

9 March 2013, 12:44 AM	#24
james1787 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: James Location: New Providence,NJ Watch: Submariner 14060 Posts: 2,371	Nope, everything comes off for the shower. If I were to take my watch in the shower I'd want to follow up by giving the watch a bath to get all the soap residue that probably collected in the bracelet or clasp clean. That would get old to have to do that every day. Nah, my watch sits on the dresser until I'm ready to put it on for the day.

9 March 2013, 12:58 AM	#25
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Is it safe to eat French Fries with a Rolex?

9 March 2013, 12:58 AM	#30
Grey.Coupe "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NC, USA Posts: 555	What Padi said. I have worn Rolex for over 30 years, and if I have it on, it is on 24 hours a day. The habit makes me extra careful as I ruined a leather band on a JLC by getting in the shower with it on...Watch was 100% OK.

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