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WatchWeb · 27 April 2013, 07:27 AM

I know it's made to go in water but I've never dared to.

I've got a few marks on it (from a drooling Newfoundland) and I'm going to wash it.

I know the crown needs to be pushed in fully and turned tight. Mine is currently turned so I can't turn it anymore. Is this too tight or just right ready to go swimming ?.

Nervous...

mmmk604 · 27 April 2013, 07:35 AM

Finger tight is tight enough, don't over tighten your crown.

As a matter of fact, even an unscrewed crown is waterproof! So you can shower, wash your hands, etc.
However, if you're planning to dive, your watch will be waterproof to the rated depth only if the crown is screwed down.

Hope this makes you feel more secure about your GMTIIC

Andad · 27 April 2013, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by mmmk604

Finger tight is tight enough, don't over tighten your crown.

As a matter of fact, even an unscrewed crown is waterproof! So you can shower, wash your hands, etc.
However, if you're planning to dive, your watch will be waterproof to the rated depth only if the crown is screwed down.

Hope this makes you feel more secure about your GMTIIC

Not quite right M.
The crowns on Rolex watches are waterproof to their rated depth when unscrewed.
For a triplock that is >500 Bar.

33JS · 30 April 2013, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by directioneng

Not quite right M.
The crowns on Rolex watches are waterproof to their rated depth when unscrewed.
For a triplock that is >500 Bar.

5,000m depth? Wow! New DDSSD?

WatchWeb · 27 April 2013, 07:44 AM

Thanks for that.

It's strange how nervous I am haha. I've been wanting a rolex for the last 20 odd years and last November I was in a position to get one.

I guess I don't want to wait 20 years for one and do something wrong to break it.

Thevenin · 27 April 2013, 07:44 AM

Finger-tight

Chris B · 27 April 2013, 08:19 AM

Don't ever be tempted to handle whilst showering, those marble bases don't take any prisoners

purcellj · 27 April 2013, 08:26 AM

Finger tight is fine. I wore my LV in the Maldives last week for 10 days of diving (30+ dives), and it's fine. The only time it left my wrist was for 1 airport security check. Only approached 3 atmospheres (relative), so relax. A friends two-tone was also fine.

KZZN · 27 April 2013, 08:27 AM

Hi,

I remember the first time I wore my first Rolex in the shower. I kept glancing at it every few seconds, thinking "Have the hands stopped yet?! Have I broken it? HAVE I?!". Needless to say, both the Rolex and I survived quite intact.

I think it's a natural fear to have at the very beginning, particularly if prior to the Rolex you've always worn non-water-resistant watches that had to be taken off - and even more so if this is your first expensive, "proper" watch purchase.

You'll get used to it very quickly, and you'll see that your Rolex will easily withstand whatever your daily routine throws its way.

Rolexwatch · 27 April 2013, 08:35 AM

Oh boy....

melons · 27 April 2013, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolexwatch

Oh boy....

Yep...

WatchWeb · 27 April 2013, 08:44 AM

Thanks for the advice. I'll try clean it up tomorrow in warm soapy water.

mcavana · 27 April 2013, 08:45 AM

you can always just drop it in the old fish tank for a few days like I do....

LA_LEC · 27 April 2013, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by mcavana

you can always just drop it in the old fish tank for a few days like I do....

Have I told you have much I love that photo!

Those Africans are beautiful!

Dr. Robert · 27 April 2013, 04:27 PM

A quick lick of the crystal, wipe w/ t-shirt, good to go.

Kingair · 27 April 2013, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

A quick lick of the crystal, wipe w/ t-shirt, good to go.

x 2

HAGWe Bob

Psmith · 27 April 2013, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

A quick lick of the crystal, wipe w/ t-shirt, good to go.

The Newfoundland already did the licking!

So now he can go straight to the t-shirt phase

mjclark32 · 27 April 2013, 11:37 AM

Finger tight. If its an oyster and is new or been pressure checked, don't worry. Get it wet, take it the shower etc. you'll be ok

threemonkeys · 27 April 2013, 11:40 AM

I once spilled a beer on my watch. I cried. It was my last beer.

cop414 · 27 April 2013, 11:45 AM

Warm soapy water and a soft bristle tooth brush, it will be fine. Get all the grime in between the links of the bracelet while you're at it.
Don't tighten that crown too much, finger tight is fine. I clean mine once or twice a week.

allen993 · 27 April 2013, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by threemonkeys

I once spilled a beer on my watch. I cried. It was my last beer.

that's pretty funny...

Rags · 27 April 2013, 11:48 AM

Once a month wash it with warm water, a little soap & a soft tooth brush. Dry it with a microfiber cloth & you're good to go.

descartes · 27 April 2013, 12:02 PM

I've had my GMT for 22 years. It's traveled all of the world with me on countless adventures, and been in the pool and sea more times than I can count.

Use it as it's designed to be used, and enjoy.

SALTY · 27 April 2013, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by descartes

I've had my GMT for 22 years. It's traveled all of the world with me on countless adventures, and been in the pool and sea more times than I can count.

Use it as it's designed to be used, and enjoy.

My GMT, the second after foolishly parting with my first, has been with me for a few months shy of 16 years. I swim, dive, snorkel, fish, shower, fly, fart and do just about evreything else with it on - to include passing through TSA security.

As for washing, taking a shower with it it and getting warm soapy water on it is good. Once in a while you may choose to place your watch in a warm glass of water with some mild hand soap overnight. You may be surprised to see what separated from the watch when you view it in the morning.

Cannot over empasize what has been posted previously about NEVER taking off you watch over a tile or hard floor - expecially in the shower.

joe100 · 27 April 2013, 12:41 PM

You paid all that money for an oyster cased Rolex and you won't even wash dog spit off of it?

padi56 · 27 April 2013, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Tripsjohn

I know it's made to go in water but I've never dared to.

I've got a few marks on it (from a drooling Newfoundland) and I'm going to wash it.

I know the crown needs to be pushed in fully and turned tight. Mine is currently turned so I can't turn it anymore. Is this too tight or just right ready to go swimming ?.

Nervous...

You guys and your watches worrying over a bit of above surface water some of my watches have spent over 600 hours underwater.And one SD while diving in the Red Sea I noticed at 30m my crown was fully unscrewed but I did not panic as I had a group of divers with me I was guiding them over the reef.On return to surface watch was fine and is still fine today,but its always safe to make sure crown is just screwed down finger tight.There is no need to force it to much
as too much force will possibly damage or put premature wear on the crown internal seal.

Jake B · 27 April 2013, 06:56 PM

Shoot me a PM, and I'll give you my guy's number...I have him come in a couple of times a month on alternating Thursdays.

Zed82 · 27 April 2013, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Jake B

Shoot me a PM, and I'll give you my guy's number...I have him come in a couple of times a month on alternating Thursdays.

Thanks for a good mornings laugh! Your pic?

Armyguy03 · 27 April 2013, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by jake b

shoot me a pm, and i'll give you my guy's number...i have him come in a couple of times a month on alternating thursdays.

great pic!!!

fishingbear · 27 April 2013, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Vincent65

Nervous!? The bloody thing is made to be waterproof, which you already know! They've been making 'Oysters' for over 5 decades! People aren't really being sarcastic, we just get at least one of these, 'can I get it wet?' threads a week, and it is a little silly, to put it mildly.

We're not discussing the risks of driving through a car-wash in a convertible, with the roof down, and the Mona Lisa on the back seat, after all! Did someone say sarcastic?

Enjoy it!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jake B

Shoot me a PM, and I'll give you my guy's number...I have him come in a couple of times a month on alternating Thursdays.

This is classic!

27 April 2013, 07:27 AM	#1
WatchWeb "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: John Location: UK Watch: GMT2C, Sub LVC Posts: 798	Cleaning rolex. I know it's made to go in water but I've never dared to. I've got a few marks on it (from a drooling Newfoundland) and I'm going to wash it. I know the crown needs to be pushed in fully and turned tight. Mine is currently turned so I can't turn it anymore. Is this too tight or just right ready to go swimming ?. Nervous... __________________ GMT2 Ceramic 2012. 2015 ”Hulk” Submariner. 2015 white dial 116520.

27 April 2013, 07:44 AM	#5
WatchWeb "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: John Location: UK Watch: GMT2C, Sub LVC Posts: 798	Thanks for that. It's strange how nervous I am haha. I've been wanting a rolex for the last 20 odd years and last November I was in a position to get one. I guess I don't want to wait 20 years for one and do something wrong to break it. __________________ GMT2 Ceramic 2012. 2015 ”Hulk” Submariner. 2015 white dial 116520.

27 April 2013, 08:44 AM	#12
WatchWeb "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: John Location: UK Watch: GMT2C, Sub LVC Posts: 798	Thanks for the advice. I'll try clean it up tomorrow in warm soapy water. __________________ GMT2 Ceramic 2012. 2015 ”Hulk” Submariner. 2015 white dial 116520.

27 April 2013, 04:27 PM	#15
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,258	A quick lick of the crystal, wipe w/ t-shirt, good to go. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

27 April 2013, 11:37 AM	#18
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Finger tight. If its an oyster and is new or been pressure checked, don't worry. Get it wet, take it the shower etc. you'll be ok __________________

27 April 2013, 07:35 AM	#2
mmmk604 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Canada Watch: 116610LN Posts: 1,594	Finger tight is tight enough, don't over tighten your crown. As a matter of fact, even an unscrewed crown is waterproof! So you can shower, wash your hands, etc. However, if you're planning to dive, your watch will be waterproof to the rated depth only if the crown is screwed down. Hope this makes you feel more secure about your GMTIIC

27 April 2013, 07:44 AM	#6
Thevenin "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: La Jolla, CA Posts: 575	Finger-tight

27 April 2013, 08:19 AM	#7
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	Don't ever be tempted to handle whilst showering, those marble bases don't take any prisoners

27 April 2013, 08:26 AM	#8
purcellj "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Philly, PA Posts: 68	Finger tight is fine. I wore my LV in the Maldives last week for 10 days of diving (30+ dives), and it's fine. The only time it left my wrist was for 1 airport security check. Only approached 3 atmospheres (relative), so relax. A friends two-tone was also fine.

27 April 2013, 08:27 AM	#9
KZZN "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: UK Watch: Rolex Cellini 5115 Posts: 512	Hi, I remember the first time I wore my first Rolex in the shower. I kept glancing at it every few seconds, thinking "Have the hands stopped yet?! Have I broken it? HAVE I?!". Needless to say, both the Rolex and I survived quite intact. I think it's a natural fear to have at the very beginning, particularly if prior to the Rolex you've always worn non-water-resistant watches that had to be taken off - and even more so if this is your first expensive, "proper" watch purchase. You'll get used to it very quickly, and you'll see that your Rolex will easily withstand whatever your daily routine throws its way.

27 April 2013, 08:35 AM	#10
Rolexwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Europe somewhere Watch: Ro,Om,Cart,Lon,Sei Posts: 319	Oh boy....

27 April 2013, 08:45 AM	#13
mcavana Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Mikey Location: Jacksonville, fl Watch: 16610 Posts: 247	you can always just drop it in the old fish tank for a few days like I do....

27 April 2013, 11:40 AM	#19
threemonkeys "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Craig Location: Seattle-ish, USA Watch: GMTIIc, AK, LVc Posts: 7,022	I once spilled a beer on my watch. I cried. It was my last beer.

27 April 2013, 11:45 AM	#20
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,234	Warm soapy water and a soft bristle tooth brush, it will be fine. Get all the grime in between the links of the bracelet while you're at it. Don't tighten that crown too much, finger tight is fine. I clean mine once or twice a week. __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

27 April 2013, 11:48 AM	#22
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	Once a month wash it with warm water, a little soap & a soft tooth brush. Dry it with a microfiber cloth & you're good to go. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

27 April 2013, 12:02 PM	#23
descartes "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: North Shore Posts: 1,116	I've had my GMT for 22 years. It's traveled all of the world with me on countless adventures, and been in the pool and sea more times than I can count. Use it as it's designed to be used, and enjoy.

27 April 2013, 12:41 PM	#25
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,840	You paid all that money for an oyster cased Rolex and you won't even wash dog spit off of it? __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

27 April 2013, 06:56 PM	#27
Jake B "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Hong Kong Watch: Gold Sub 116618LN Posts: 2,820	Shoot me a PM, and I'll give you my guy's number...I have him come in a couple of times a month on alternating Thursdays. __________________ Things are more like they are now than they ever were before.

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