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ElPrimero · 14 April 2011, 11:54 AM

Though it's probably been discussed before, I'm interested to know how many people throw caution to the wind and actually wear their Rolex outside of the home.

After a couple of beers and whilst wearing my DS, I once opened my front door and very nearly took a step onto path. Luckily, my wifes quick thinking saved the day and she managed to drag me back in.

But can it be that bad?? I know some of you crazy cats even remove stickers from the case and bracelet so you must be up for a bit of fresh air too??

I'm just a little worried journeying outside could well affect resale values and also attract unwanted attention from neighbours or the postman.

I'm pretty sure my garden would be safe in that respect, however, I would obviously ensure I wore a long enough cuff and avoided all human eye contact.

I'd be really interested in hearing peoples experiences (if any)

1. How far away from home did you take your Rolex?
2. Did you dare wear it, or was it in a travel case (rigid or soft)?
3. Did your watch suffer visible damage or shrinkage?
4. Did you feel vulnerable?
5. Did you collapse or feel faint?
6. Would you do it again, now your watch has lost 93% of it's resale value?

My 9 year old son and I await your response!

ingoodtime · 14 April 2011, 11:55 AM

Out the door to work every day. My Rolex has a great work ethic.

Danand · 14 April 2011, 11:57 AM

I went out in the cold once and experienced shrinkage, but not of my watch. ( explain that to the nine year old with three rolexes!). Lol!

nyyankees · 14 April 2011, 11:59 AM

Personally I would not recommend wearing it outside
. The ceramic bezel is prone to scratching ;)

Dr. Robert · 14 April 2011, 12:00 PM

No.....it must be immersed in water at all times, preferably sea-water.

Speed · 14 April 2011, 12:02 PM

I bet you well on your exams.

Grissom · 14 April 2011, 12:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

No.....it must be immersed in water at all times, preferably sea-water.

- That's why some of us choose to live on the coast! Easy access to fresh sea-water!

threemonkeys · 14 April 2011, 12:10 PM

age 7

srgriff · 14 April 2011, 12:13 PM

How much have you had to drink tonight?

Justjosh · 14 April 2011, 12:14 PM

If you take it outside, make sure to take pics of it with your rare coin collection so we have proof.

MortgageGuy · 14 April 2011, 01:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by srgriff

How much have you had to drink tonight?

Omega 1120 · 14 April 2011, 02:18 PM

Where do you live. Atlantis?

SPARTAN2161 · 14 April 2011, 02:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Danand

I went out in the cold once and experienced shrinkage, but not of my watch. ( explain that to the nine year old with three rolexes!). Lol!

[icutres or it didnt happen....HAHAHAH JK JK JK JK JK

71Dragtruck · 14 April 2011, 02:40 PM

When I was 10 but it was an investment so I left it in the box untill I turned 13 and did well on some exam's, to celebrate I took off the case back sticker.

DCgator · 14 April 2011, 02:43 PM

Yes, wear your DS outdoors as long as you have with you a really big and badass Cujo dog.

:D

watchf · 14 April 2011, 02:48 PM

Only wear it when diving to at least 2500m. Is it normal for the stickers to peel off underwater? I cannot believe the stickers on such an expensive watch will come off by themselves underwater!

How much loss would I make on re-sale value for each missing stickers?

Rogue884 · 14 April 2011, 03:51 PM

Mine's a daredevil, it rides motorcycles.

horseco · 14 April 2011, 04:44 PM

Rolex is making a RRDSSD (Really Really Deep Sea Sea Dweller) just to overcome this problem...

Psmith · 14 April 2011, 04:49 PM

Leave it at home with your goldfish...

Dweller of the Sea · 14 April 2011, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ElPrimero

Though it's probably been discussed before, I'm interested to know how many people throw caution to the wind and actually wear their Rolex outside of the home.

After a couple of beers and whilst wearing my DS, I once opened my front door and very nearly took a step onto path. Luckily, my wifes quick thinking saved the day and she managed to drag me back in.

But can it be that bad?? I know some of you crazy cats even remove stickers from the case and bracelet so you must be up for a bit of fresh air too??

I'm just a little worried journeying outside could well affect resale values and also attract unwanted attention from neighbours or the postman.

I'm pretty sure my garden would be safe in that respect, however, I would obviously ensure I wore a long enough cuff and avoided all human eye contact.

I'd be really interested in hearing peoples experiences (if any)

1. How far away from home did you take your Rolex?
2. Did you dare wear it, or was it in a travel case (rigid or soft)?
3. Did your watch suffer visible damage or shrinkage?
4. Did you feel vulnerable?
5. Did you collapse or feel faint?
6. Would you do it again, now your watch has lost 93% of it's resale value?

My 9 year old son and I await your response!

Are you sh****g me?

Rolex has made a very fine and delicate timepiece with the DS, I think you should give it to your smart wife. She can then give it to you when she feels its safe, and ask you to return it when not. While you´re at it, then also give her your manhood

redcalx · 14 April 2011, 04:58 PM

What's with all the silly threads lately?

padi56 · 14 April 2011, 04:58 PM

Well guys with quite a few posts lately in the Rolex watch forum which is a forum for serious discussions about Rolex watches in general plus the history of Rolex.Many posts lately would be more suited for the joke forum,we all like a bit of fun but lets keep one forum for serious Rolex topics if you please.

Dweller of the Sea · 14 April 2011, 04:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71Dragtruck

When I was 10 but it was an investment so I left it in the box untill I turned 13 and did well on some exam's, to celebrate I took off the case back sticker.

When did you have the bracelet adjusted?

spuds · 14 April 2011, 06:36 PM

Never EVER wear your DSSD (nor ANY Rolex) outside.

In fact don't wear it.

Just let your 'stocks & shares dealing five year old' keep buying them then put them away for safe-keeping.

spuds · 14 April 2011, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

Well guys with quite a few posts lately in the Rolex watch forum which is a forum for serious discussions about Rolex watches in general plus the history of Rolex.Many posts lately would be more suited for the joke forum,we all like a bit of fun but lets keep one forum for serious Rolex topics if you please.

Duly noted Padi.....

can you move this (& the other) thread(s) mate?

R.G · 14 April 2011, 08:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ElPrimero

Though it's probably been discussed before, I'm interested to know how many people throw caution to the wind and actually wear their Rolex outside of the home.

After a couple of beers and whilst wearing my DS, I once opened my front door and very nearly took a step onto path. Luckily, my wifes quick thinking saved the day and she managed to drag me back in.

But can it be that bad?? I know some of you crazy cats even remove stickers from the case and bracelet so you must be up for a bit of fresh air too??

I'm just a little worried journeying outside could well affect resale values and also attract unwanted attention from neighbours or the postman.

I'm pretty sure my garden would be safe in that respect, however, I would obviously ensure I wore a long enough cuff and avoided all human eye contact.

I'd be really interested in hearing peoples experiences (if any)

1. How far away from home did you take your Rolex?
2. Did you dare wear it, or was it in a travel case (rigid or soft)?
3. Did your watch suffer visible damage or shrinkage?
4. Did you feel vulnerable?
5. Did you collapse or feel faint?
6. Would you do it again, now your watch has lost 93% of it's resale value?

My 9 year old son and I await your response!

Hello,

I hear you - I totally understand your concerns.

I actually have a similar sort of anguish to you. I am feeling more and more consumed with the worry that if I fall asleep with my watch on in bed that I might turn over in my sleep and squash it!!!!

Brilliant Post but sadly enough I don't think everyone realises, still?!

tattooedfagin · 14 April 2011, 08:13 PM

oh dear, here we go again

14 April 2011, 11:54 AM	#1
ElPrimero Banned Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: London Watch: DSSD Posts: 168	Should I wear my Deepsea outside? Though it's probably been discussed before, I'm interested to know how many people throw caution to the wind and actually wear their Rolex outside of the home. After a couple of beers and whilst wearing my DS, I once opened my front door and very nearly took a step onto path. Luckily, my wifes quick thinking saved the day and she managed to drag me back in. But can it be that bad?? I know some of you crazy cats even remove stickers from the case and bracelet so you must be up for a bit of fresh air too?? I'm just a little worried journeying outside could well affect resale values and also attract unwanted attention from neighbours or the postman. I'm pretty sure my garden would be safe in that respect, however, I would obviously ensure I wore a long enough cuff and avoided all human eye contact. I'd be really interested in hearing peoples experiences (if any) 1. How far away from home did you take your Rolex? 2. Did you dare wear it, or was it in a travel case (rigid or soft)? 3. Did your watch suffer visible damage or shrinkage? 4. Did you feel vulnerable? 5. Did you collapse or feel faint? 6. Would you do it again, now your watch has lost 93% of it's resale value? My 9 year old son and I await your response!

14 April 2011, 11:55 AM	#2
ingoodtime "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,834	Out the door to work every day. My Rolex has a great work ethic. __________________ Lee

14 April 2011, 12:00 PM	#5
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,277	No.....it must be immersed in water at all times, preferably sea-water. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

14 April 2011, 03:51 PM	#17
Rogue884 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Christopher Location: Texas Watch: 216570 & 116660 Posts: 587	Mine's a daredevil, it rides motorcycles. __________________ "The probability of anyone watching you do something is in direct proportion to the stupidity of what you are doing" - Warren Miller

14 April 2011, 04:49 PM	#19
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Leave it at home with your goldfish... __________________

14 April 2011, 11:57 AM	#3
Danand "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Ottawa Watch: 116610LN Posts: 1,246	I went out in the cold once and experienced shrinkage, but not of my watch. ( explain that to the nine year old with three rolexes!). Lol!

14 April 2011, 11:59 AM	#4
nyyankees "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southeastern PA Watch: 1216610 Posts: 2,131	Personally I would not recommend wearing it outside . The ceramic bezel is prone to scratching ;)

14 April 2011, 12:02 PM	#6
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	I bet you well on your exams.

14 April 2011, 12:10 PM	#8
threemonkeys "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Craig Location: Seattle-ish, USA Watch: GMTIIc, AK, LVc Posts: 7,022	age 7

14 April 2011, 12:13 PM	#9
srgriff "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: - Posts: 132	How much have you had to drink tonight?

14 April 2011, 12:14 PM	#10
Justjosh "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Josh Location: WI Watch: This Posts: 856	If you take it outside, make sure to take pics of it with your rare coin collection so we have proof.

14 April 2011, 02:18 PM	#12
Omega 1120 Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: U.S.A. Watch: Omega Seamaster Posts: 175	Where do you live. Atlantis?

14 April 2011, 02:40 PM	#14
71Dragtruck Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Canada Watch: SS Sub & DateJust Posts: 20	When I was 10 but it was an investment so I left it in the box untill I turned 13 and did well on some exam's, to celebrate I took off the case back sticker.

14 April 2011, 02:43 PM	#15
DCgator "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PNW Watch: DS,BLNR,SubLV,DJ2 Posts: 8,123	Yes, wear your DS outdoors as long as you have with you a really big and badass Cujo dog. :D

14 April 2011, 02:48 PM	#16
watchf "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 2,458	Only wear it when diving to at least 2500m. Is it normal for the stickers to peel off underwater? I cannot believe the stickers on such an expensive watch will come off by themselves underwater! How much loss would I make on re-sale value for each missing stickers?

14 April 2011, 04:44 PM	#18
horseco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Jersey Watch: Daytona 116528 Posts: 3,426	Rolex is making a RRDSSD (Really Really Deep Sea Sea Dweller) just to overcome this problem...

14 April 2011, 04:58 PM	#21
redcalx "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Amsterdam Watch: GMTIIc/SS Daytona Posts: 171	What's with all the silly threads lately?

14 April 2011, 04:58 PM	#22
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,063	Well guys with quite a few posts lately in the Rolex watch forum which is a forum for serious discussions about Rolex watches in general plus the history of Rolex.Many posts lately would be more suited for the joke forum,we all like a bit of fun but lets keep one forum for serious Rolex topics if you please. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

14 April 2011, 06:36 PM	#24
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	Never EVER wear your DSSD (nor ANY Rolex) outside. In fact don't wear it. Just let your 'stocks & shares dealing five year old' keep buying them then put them away for safe-keeping. __________________ Onwards & Upwards Rodders...... Onwards & Upwards. Life is not about how fast you can run or how high you can climb........... It's about how well you can bounce!! TRF HALL OF FAME JANUARY 2010

14 April 2011, 08:13 PM	#27
tattooedfagin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Chad Location: the neighbourhood Watch: 1680 Red Posts: 2,262	oh dear, here we go again Attached Images __________________ SS Sub Date (F) DSSD (V) Red Sub (Mk4) TRF Hall of Fame

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