water resistant...

[fat-sam]

what is the propper amount in meters that it is acceptable to go swimming in a pool for long periods of time?

[montecristo]

100 meters.

edit to add quote:
"The different levels of water resistance as expressed in meters are only theoretical. They refer to the depth at which a watch will keep out water if both watch and the water are perfectly motionless, says Scott Chou, technical director at Seiko Corp. of America. These conditions, of course, are never met in the real swimmer's or diver's world. in real life, the movement of the wearer's arm through the water increases the pressure on the watch dramatically; so it can't be worn to the depths indicated by lab testing machines."

[colemanitis]

Originally Posted by fat-sam

what is the propper amount in meters that it is acceptable to go swimming in a pool for long periods of time?

This question is a bit confusing. Obviously there's no swimming pool too deep for a Rolex. Are you asking if the watch can be submersed for too long?

[fat-sam]

i was told a watch my age should not be risked at all... but was looking at another watch that was 150- the two salesmen were unsure as to whether it would be ok for the sea/pool- in the past i'd only go in with anything with a screwdown crown... but i thought i'd ask the experts

[colemanitis]

When was the last time your watch was serviced? You could bring your watch to a watchmaker and have it pressure tested. Then you would know for sure.

[C.J.]

Sam, if it's jut recreational swimming, I'm sure 25m - 50m would be plenty

[fat-sam]

Originally Posted by colemanitis

When was the last time your watch was serviced? You could bring your watch to a watchmaker and have it pressure tested. Then you would know for sure.

i would love to take the old DJ in... but i would be too scared- my dealer who i got it from just gave me a dirty look and showed me some rusty parts when i mentioned it

p.s. looking like i'll get the aqua terra which should be fine though

[montecristo]

After a visit to a RSC, you shouldn't have to worry about water resistance, I would stay away from steam room and hot tubs though.

[fat-sam]

Originally Posted by montecristo

After a visit to a RSC, you shouldn't have to worry about water resistance, I would stay away from steam room and hot tubs though.

its too old- i was told they wont touch it

[colemanitis]

Originally Posted by fat-sam

i would love to take the old DJ in... but i would be too scared- my dealer who i got it from just gave me a dirty look and showed me some rusty parts when i mentioned it

p.s. looking like i'll get the aqua terra which should be fine though

If you have doubts then don't put it in water - it's not worth the risk. It sounds like it's in need of a trip to the RSC. It has rusty parts and can't be worn in the water... it definitely needs some attention.

[montecristo]

Originally Posted by fat-sam

its too old- i was told they wont touch it

Give the folks at HK RSC a call, maybe they will.

Rolex (Hong Kong) Ltd.
14/F., Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place, Central, Hong Kong
(852) 25256156

They even return old parts upon request.

[seros]

Hi
I think....
.- 30 metros-3 atm: Only accidental water spot or washing hands
.- 50 metros-5 atm: shower, swin in the surface
.- 100 metros-10 atm:divin without bottel
.- 200 metros-20 atm: divin witch bottel
.- 300 metros -30 atm: proffesional divin
And always the watch in perfect conditions liker rubbers, etc
Regards
Juan

[mike]

Here's what Chronocentric says. I've done a lot of swimming with a 50m 1675 and never had a problem. (Does pay to have them checked though).
http://www.chronocentric.com/watches/wresist.shtml

[fat-sam]

Originally Posted by colemanitis

If you have doubts then don't put it in water - it's not worth the risk. It sounds like it's in need of a trip to the RSC. It has rusty parts and can't be worn in the water... it definitely needs some attention.

no no no!
mine is fine!
other rusty parts from other watches- you gave me a cold sweat

[fat-sam]

Originally Posted by montecristo

Give the folks at HK RSC a call, maybe they will.

Rolex (Hong Kong) Ltd.
14/F., Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place, Central, Hong Kong
(852) 25256156

They even return old parts upon request.

will do

[mikey]

My jeweler sealed mine up and told me not to take my DJ in the water because it has a acrylic crystal and is old. The caseback has to be sealed with a miniscule silicon in addition to the rubber gaskets. This silicon is also used under the bezel. You and I have the same vintage DJ.

[colemanitis]

Originally Posted by mike

Here's what Chronocentric says. I've done a lot of swimming with a 50m 1675 and never had a problem. (Does pay to have them checked though).
http://www.chronocentric.com/watches/wresist.shtml

Great link, Mike! I hadn't seen it before.

[montecristo]

Originally Posted by seros

Hi
I think....
.- 30 metros-3 atm: Only accidental water spot or washing hands
.- 50 metros-5 atm: shower, swin in the surface
.- 100 metros-10 atm:divin without bottel
.- 200 metros-20 atm: divin witch bottel
.- 300 metros -30 atm: proffesional divin
And always the watch in perfect conditions liker rubbers, etc
Regards
Juan

metros = meters?
I seen some seiko that goes by 10 bar 20 bar

[seros]

Originally Posted by montecristo

metros = meters?
I seen some seiko that goes by 10 bar 20 bar

Sorry sorry sorry
metros(Spanich) = meters (English)

[montecristo]

Hola!

[seros]

Originally Posted by montecristo

Hola!

Hello= Hola
¿Hablas Español?

[Andad]

Any watch that meets its 10m spec could be worn by anyone for any water application unless you are a scuba or deep sea diver. The average swimmer is not going to go below 5m and most will not go below 3m. If you are are concerned about old watches and old seals then buy a cheap watch to go swimming with.

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