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erwin · 1 April 2008, 09:23 AM

I have read a lot of threads about the bezels on diver watches but never found the answer I am looking for. Sorry about my ignorance, but how exactly does the bezel work on a divers watch? The functionality? What are the numbers for? Cause as far as I know, they can be turned counterclockwise and that's it! When exactly do you need to turn them?
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Letsgodiving · 1 April 2008, 09:31 AM

Basically, you just set the triangle/pearl to the minute hand when you begin your descent on a dive and it gives your elapsed down time. The current models only move counter-clock wise so if the bezel were to move during a dive it would only indicate less bottom time. If they moved clock-wise that would give you more down time than you realize and could lead to decompression sickness etc.

donutdanny · 1 April 2008, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Letsgodiving

Basically, you just set the triangle/pearl to the minute hand when you begin your descent on a dive and it gives your elapsed down time. The current models only move counter-clock wise so if the bezel were to move during a dive it would only indicate less bottom time. If they moved clock-wise that would give you more down time than you realize and could lead to decompression sickness etc.

What he said.

erwin · 1 April 2008, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Letsgodiving

Basically, you just set the triangle/pearl to the minute hand when you begin your descent on a dive and it gives your elapsed down time. The current models only move counter-clock wise so if the bezel were to move during a dive it would only indicate less bottom time. If they moved clock-wise that would give you more down time than you realize and could lead to decompression sickness etc.

Finally got it!
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mike · 1 April 2008, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Letsgodiving

Basically, you just set the triangle/pearl to the minute hand when you begin your descent on a dive and it gives your elapsed down time. The current models only move counter-clock wise so if the bezel were to move during a dive it would only indicate less bottom time. If they moved clock-wise that would give you more down time than you realize and could lead to decompression sickness etc.

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erwin - Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Erwin Location: Hollywood, Ca Watch: SD Posts: 1,032	usage of a sports watch bezel I have read a lot of threads about the bezels on diver watches but never found the answer I am looking for. Sorry about my ignorance, but how exactly does the bezel work on a divers watch? The functionality? What are the numbers for? Cause as far as I know, they can be turned counterclockwise and that's it! When exactly do you need to turn them? More power to this forum! __________________ Your watch silently speaks about your character! sd/datejust/tudor/a couple of vintage omegas/tissotMB Meisterstuck Bordeaux pen/MB Noblesse Oblige/Starwalker/MB Classique Fountain pen/MB no 149

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Letsgodiving "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Virginia, US Watch: SD 16600 Posts: 4,319	Basically, you just set the triangle/pearl to the minute hand when you begin your descent on a dive and it gives your elapsed down time. The current models only move counter-clock wise so if the bezel were to move during a dive it would only indicate less bottom time. If they moved clock-wise that would give you more down time than you realize and could lead to decompression sickness etc. __________________ The fool, with all his other faults, has this also - he is always getting ready to live. - Epicurus (341–270 BC)

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