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Old 6 February 2024, 04:12 AM   #1
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question for PADI one diver to another

Padi,

Wer'e all aware of your dweller that has accompanied you over the years through hundreds of dives, question - did you ever flood your dweller and had to have it rebuilt due to water in the case?
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Old 6 February 2024, 04:47 AM   #2
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Padi,

Wer'e all aware of your dweller that has accompanied you over the years through hundreds of dives, question - did you ever flood your dweller and had to have it rebuilt due to water in the case?
No and once while guiding a party of divers over the reef at around 20m I noticed my crown was fully unscrewed.But I did not panic as the divers in my charge were far more important than any watch.On return to surface after our full planned dive watch was fine and still fine today.But watch was due for a service but no water got into case just normal routine service and polish like usual.But that was 20 years ago long retired from diving as getting quite old and now quite poor health.Watch now almost 25 years old still ticking strong and expect still be ticking when my ticker stops..
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Old 6 February 2024, 04:49 AM   #3
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No and once while guiding a party of divers over the reef at around 20m I noticed my crown was fully unscrewed.But I did not panic as the divers in my charge were far more important than any watch.On return to surface after our full planned dive watch was fine and still fine today.But watch was due for a service but no water got into case just normal routine service and polish like usual.But that was 20 years ago long retired from diving as getting quite old and now quite poor health.
Wait just a minute … you’re saying if I left my crown unscrewed, washed my hands and got some water on my watch it’ll be ok?

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Old 6 February 2024, 05:02 AM   #4
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No and once while guiding a party of divers over the reef at around 20m I noticed my crown was fully unscrewed.But I did not panic as the divers in my charge were far more important than any watch.On return to surface after our full planned dive watch was fine and still fine today.But watch was due for a service but no water got into case just normal routine service and polish like usual.But that was 20 years ago long retired from diving as getting quite old and now quite poor health.Watch now almost 25 years old still ticking strong and expect still be ticking when my ticker stops..
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Wait just a minute … you’re saying if I left my crown unscrewed, washed my hands and got some water on my watch it’ll be ok?

Thanks for sharing this story
Oh, the horror.
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Old 6 February 2024, 05:14 AM   #5
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No and once while guiding a party of divers over the reef at around 20m I noticed my crown was fully unscrewed.But I did not panic as the divers in my charge were far more important than any watch.On return to surface after our full planned dive watch was fine and still fine today.But watch was due for a service but no water got into case just normal routine service and polish like usual.But that was 20 years ago long retired from diving as getting quite old and now quite poor health.Watch now almost 25 years old still ticking strong and expect still be ticking when my ticker stops..
I hope you are getting better, health wise.
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Old 6 February 2024, 05:40 AM   #6
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I hope you are getting better, health wise.
Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
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Old 6 February 2024, 05:52 AM   #7
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Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
Godspeed Peter. I wish you much health and happiness as possible.
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Old 6 February 2024, 05:55 AM   #8
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Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
Very wise words sir! O so true. It’s such a shame that most people so easily forget what life is all about and obsess about the little things.

I hope you’re comfortable and not in too much pain.
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Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
Sounds like a remarkable journey. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.
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sounds like a remarkable journey. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.
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Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
Wow, yeh, shout this from the rooftops.
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Old 6 February 2024, 07:34 AM   #12
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Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
Hope you will be ok.
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Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
That’s very sad to read, genuinely, that’s a really tough read, and tough to type, your honesty is very admirable .. I haven’t been on this forum long, so have no idea who is who - I do chuckle at your rants on nicknames, and too I survived cancer once.
Thank you for reminding us how precious life is ..
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Old 6 February 2024, 01:21 PM   #14
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Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
Wise words indeed
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Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
Padi, you've made a positive impact on many people in this community, and you continue to do so.

Relationships are the most important thing we have - as all other things are perishable. But well-fed relationships won't perish.

You've made your impact. Your heart and soul can feel good about this, and your legacy of service to others will outlast your time on earth.
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I wish that nature provides the best therapy for you. Get well!
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Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
Very sorry to hear that Padi

I hope you all the best and still have many ticks left in your 3135
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Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
Amen! God Bless.
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I always like YOUR view on things. Especially the 'scratch' posts. I was flattered when you highlighted my quote in regard to someone wanting to put a protective strip on their clasp. Much peace and love
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Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
Wishing all the best.
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Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
I don’t always agree with you on here Peter, but a post like this is a very powerful reminder that what we talk about on here is nothing more than frivolous inconsequential nonsense in the grand scheme of life. I genuinely wish you all the best.
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Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
So sorry to hear.
Taking on the battle on your terms.
……..and with my recent serious health issues of my own, no wiser words can be spoken than what you have said in your last sentence.
Hope your journey is peaceful.
I have always enjoyed your comments and knowledge of Rolex.
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Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
This was a tough read. Sorry to hear Peter! Best wishes on you health.
I have seen your posts everywhere for 14 years now, a lot of them bashing the new snowflakes that enter the forum which always gives me a laugh. I sincerely wish nothing but the best mate and hope you're with us a while longer (not in pain of course)
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Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
I don't know you at all but this post moved me for many reasons. I find it interesting that on a luxury watch forum, of all places, we discuss that time is our most valuable asset.

I wish you serenity in the remainder of your life journey.
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Thanks for your good wishes but it's doubtful have stage 3 cancer I beat it once a few years back but now it's returned.So decided no more treatment let nature take its course, had a good life so every day I beat my own record for the number of day's I am still alive is the best bonus.We should all remember the most precious thing we have is life yet it has no trade in value.
Sorry to hear. Wishing you great days ahead enjoying each day to the fullest!
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No and once while guiding a party of divers over the reef at around 20m I noticed my crown was fully unscrewed.But I did not panic as the divers in my charge were far more important than any watch.On return to surface after our full planned dive watch was fine and still fine today.But watch was due for a service but no water got into case just normal routine service and polish like usual.But that was 20 years ago long retired from diving as getting quite old and now quite poor health.Watch now almost 25 years old still ticking strong and expect still be ticking when my ticker stops..
When you were looking for a dive watch back in the day, what made you decide on a Rolex versus other competent dive watches, and a SeaDweller over a Submariner?

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No and once while guiding a party of divers over the reef at around 20m I noticed my crown was fully unscrewed.But I did not panic as the divers in my charge were far more important than any watch.On return to surface after our full planned dive watch was fine and still fine today.But watch was due for a service but no water got into case just normal routine service and polish like usual.But that was 20 years ago long retired from diving as getting quite old and now quite poor health.Watch now almost 25 years old still ticking strong and expect still be ticking when my ticker stops..

Wish you a good health Padi, great to hear the stories from testmonees.


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No and once while guiding a party of divers over the reef at around 20m I noticed my crown was fully unscrewed.But I did not panic as the divers in my charge were far more important than any watch.On return to surface after our full planned dive watch was fine and still fine today.But watch was due for a service but no water got into case just normal routine service and polish like usual.But that was 20 years ago long retired from diving as getting quite old and now quite poor health.Watch now almost 25 years old still ticking strong and expect still be ticking when my ticker stops..
Sorry to hear. Have always appreciated the time, effort and knowledge you put into this forum. Best wishes for what lies ahead and please always know you have plenty of friends here pulling for you Peter
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No. Can’t be. Actually USING a watch? No. I thought you weren’t supposed to:
-Wash your watch with soap
-Wear your sub while on your laptop as it’ll scratch the clasp
-Wear your watch without protective stickers
-Wear your watch in London
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Refreshing thread. Thanks for sharing.
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