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rolexsweep · 11 April 2011, 12:59 AM

Remember Rolex was the first brand to invent the waterproof watch case.

Rolesor · 11 April 2011, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by mfernan647

You may have penetration from motion on your wedding day vacation but it won't be water in your watch from swimming!

gigidy lol

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Originally Posted by Jason71

Be very careful leaving it in the in-room safe. Those are typically easily broken into if it is known that there is something rather valuable in it. Several places that I have visited in the Caribbean have had nothing more than something similar to a kid's tin lunchbox mounted on the closet wall.

Have a good time on your trip, I LOVE the Caribbean

My thoughts exactly.. safer on my wrist then in the safe which is why I'm currently debating..still....lol

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Originally Posted by Speed

Enjoy Brandon...

But honestly, if you don't HAVE to swim with your DJ on...why bother?

I feel like it's safer with me than left in the room. better chance of theft then water damage..I hope

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Originally Posted by Dr.Brian

Because he can. That's the point of the 100m resistance.
I swam with a 120m rated IWC for years. No problem with hard swimming or down to 10-15m. It will be safer on your wrist than in the hotel room safe. If you must, use the hotel's safe. Just ask for the manager. That's what I do when I buy valuables on vacation.
BTW, an area watch repair guy can pressure test your watch to 100m in no time, probably drop off today, pick up tomorrow. Call around. It's worth the $50 he'll probably charge.
Of course, the obvious answer is to buy a Sea-Dweller or Submariner before you go.

I've been looking at Sub's for that reason but were buying a house right now so that isn't an option just yet lol

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Originally Posted by rolexsweep

Remember Rolex was the first brand to invent the waterproof watch case.

My thoughts exactly.. should be fine right!?

rolexsweep · 11 April 2011, 01:19 AM

don't be scared, i swim with my gmt at least once a fortnight, i shower with it on twice a day... these watches are built for these conditions!

Danand · 11 April 2011, 04:24 AM

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Originally Posted by snog

Not sure what the waterproof the dj has,if it's 300m then you really should not have a problem,300m is a long way down and the pressure would be huge,isn't part of the fun in having watches like this,is to use them as intended?

just wondering if the waterproofing should fail would that be covered under the warranty?

A lot of people recommend pressure testing yearly. Only your AD can really say whether or not a water leak 1year in would be covered under warranty. As far as I'm concerned either get it pressure tested to put your mind at ease or leave it at home and wear a casio or some such cheap crap that you don't care about.
Really your DJ should be fine swimming, snorkeling, etc.

jamesbondOO7 · 11 April 2011, 04:48 AM

I have had my Datejust for 26 years and I have never taken it off when swimming in any ocean, sea, lake, swimming pool, bathtub, shower and other wet environment.

Numismatist · 11 April 2011, 05:16 AM

Been swimming, snorkeling, and jumping off of boats into ocean, bouncing around in the surf, many times with my DJ, no problems ever.

daunwaun · 11 April 2011, 05:31 AM

You will be fine - enjoy your trip!

Roja · 11 April 2011, 05:49 AM

I don't have diving experience of more than 5m, but anything less will NOT be a problem. The watch, I believe, is engineered in such a way that the pressure of the water will actually compress the seals, using the pressure to actually render it more water resistant. I don't think you'd need to worry and I think you'd enjoy taking it with you.

axjimenez · 11 April 2011, 05:49 AM

I swam in both the ocean and pool with mine and it was all good

Rolesor · 11 April 2011, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by daunwaun

You will be fine - enjoy your trip!

thanks

mastermixer · 11 April 2011, 06:26 AM

Should be fine, get it pressure tested before hand if you have concerns

crowncollection · 11 April 2011, 09:48 AM

you can swim no problem, if worried have it pressure tested if not serviced lately, a well spent 50 bucks for peace of mind

wuzzzer · 11 April 2011, 11:08 AM

What part of waterproof don't you understand?

Dr. Robert · 11 April 2011, 12:01 PM

Are you going to dive over 100m???? If not you're O.K.
Don't take it off while you're there.....that way you won't have to worry.....you're on your honeymoon....have fun.

Rolesor · 11 April 2011, 12:02 PM

that's my plan :) thanks guys! I've decided she won't leave my wrist.

Zed Homme · 11 April 2011, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Rolesor

that's my plan :) thanks guys! I've decided she won't leave my wrist.

Good for you. And when you get back and have a quiet moment at your desk, you'll look at your watch and remember when you looked at it while swimming and snokelling in paradise.

htc8p · 11 April 2011, 05:34 PM

ok. swimming at the surface yes.

if it has the tag "swimpruf" its ok

but the crown is a little bit weaker then the sub or the gmt. look out for that

kcmo · 12 April 2011, 11:20 AM

I say go for it, Brandon! It's your honeymoon and I bet you'd be sorry if you didn't have it on while enjoying a swim!

We went to Mexico in October and I wore my Daytona in the ocean and pool without hesitation....and it's also rated to the depth as the DJ. No worries!

bewithabob · 12 April 2011, 11:42 AM

I swam with my DJ within the first 10 years i owned it without issue. It still wears and runs beautifully today, and there were no reported issues when it went to RSC for service a couple of years ago.

Rolesor · 12 April 2011, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by kcmo

I say go for it, Brandon! It's your honeymoon and I bet you'd be sorry if you didn't have it on while enjoying a swim!

We went to Mexico in October and I wore my Daytona in the ocean and pool without hesitation....and it's also rated to the depth as the DJ. No worries!

Karis if you say it's ok then I have no more doubts :) The DateJust shall not leave my wrist the entire two weeks I'm there

z32turbo · 12 April 2011, 12:00 PM

I swam in my datejust for two years before getting my Sub-C. My swims never included any breathing apparatus so I never worried about my DJ not holding up. Enjoy your time!!!!

kcmo · 12 April 2011, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Rolesor

Karis if you say it's ok then I have no more doubts :) The DateJust shall not leave my wrist the entire two weeks I'm there

Damn, I'm GOOD! LOL!!!

knageeb · 13 September 2014, 07:02 PM

I swam once and no problem with my DJ2. It's 3 weeks old now :)

ale70 · 13 September 2014, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Rolesor

Here's the two body's of water I'll be swimming in (resort pool and Le Ocean) lol

Does that help you guys answer?

WAIT! WAIT!!

In the particular body of water in the picture, i wouldnt risk your DJ. Actually, if I were you I would cancel...

I think waterproof in a Paradise like that, could be a concern!!! (Green with envy!!!)

Enjoy it safely!!!

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Roger1079 · 13 September 2014, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Rolesor

Thanks. She's only a year old I'd like to assume she's still good.. hmm maybe I should just leave it in the safe during the day.

Don't play with the crown underwater and your watch will be fine. It is far too young to need a service so the seals should be of no concern.

The best advice I can give you though is if you are going to constantly be concerned about the watch, just leave it home for something cheaper. You are there for your wedding and worrying about a watch should be pretty low on your list.

I can't understand how people buy rugged tool watches and then constantly worry about things as silly as washing their hands with it on. Your watch was expensive. It is also about as rugged as they come. Enjoy it for what it was made for and stop worrying. Those recommending you spend money to have a one year old watch rated to 100m pressure tested are nuts. The watch carries a 2 year warranty. If there is a failure of a seal on an unopened watch and the crown being loose was not the cause, it IS a warranty issue.

brandrea · 13 September 2014, 09:18 PM

Go ahead and take dip. Personally I wouldn't be comfortable swimming with my DJ2 strictly from a comfort on my wrists sense .

It's a waterproof watch so I see no harm as others have said.

Jack T · 13 September 2014, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Speed

Enjoy Brandon...

But honestly, if you don't HAVE to swim with your DJ on...why bother?

Exactly

Doug T · 13 September 2014, 10:58 PM

I have recently had 2 of my vintage watches go through a "complete" cleaning and overhaul by a very well respected watchmaker in the U.S. Now these 2 watches were vintage Seikos from the 1960"s in excellent shape. I asked him about exposing them to water (swimming etc.) and he very emphatically stated " I never have and never will expose any of my watches to water-period". He went on to say that applies to your Rolex watches as well. It takes 2 seconds to take your watch off before jumping into the water and that gives you some added piece of mind that your protecting your investment in every way possible. Likely good advice to possibly avoid an unnecessary problem should a gasket fail. I must admit, I have always exposed my watches to water with only one problem in about 40 years but I now practice what the watchmaker preached!

knageeb · 13 September 2014, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Doug T

I have recently had 2 of my vintage watches go through a "complete" cleaning and overhaul by a very well respected watchmaker in the U.S. Now these 2 watches were vintage Seikos from the 1960"s in excellent shape. I asked him about exposing them to water (swimming etc.) and he very emphatically stated " I never have and never will expose any of my watches to water-period". He went on to say that applies to your Rolex watches as well. It takes 2 seconds to take your watch off before jumping into the water and that gives you some added piece of mind that your protecting your investment in every way possible. Likely good advice to possibly avoid an unnecessary problem should a gasket fail. I must admit, I have always exposed my watches to water with only one problem in about 40 years but I now practice what the watchmaker preached!

And I can't imagine myself wearing a watch that can't handle water. With all respect, this watchmaker in the US may be worried about his quality control, therefore, he gave you this advise - period.

Doug T · 13 September 2014, 11:18 PM

I felt exactly as you feel. My watches went everywhere I went with only one moisture problem in years. I think what he was offering is cheap insurance to avoid that one time a problem might present itself. I don't think his quality control can be questioned at all. He normally has about a 5 to 6 month wait for servicing.

11 April 2011, 12:59 AM	#31
rolexsweep "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Australia Watch: RG DD40 Posts: 1,149	Remember Rolex was the first brand to invent the waterproof watch case. __________________ "Did you get that at retail?"

11 April 2011, 01:19 AM	#33
rolexsweep "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Australia Watch: RG DD40 Posts: 1,149	don't be scared, i swim with my gmt at least once a fortnight, i shower with it on twice a day... these watches are built for these conditions! __________________ "Did you get that at retail?"

11 April 2011, 04:48 AM	#35
jamesbondOO7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: BondJamesBond Location: The Algarve Watch: Rolex or nothing Posts: 4,081	I have had my Datejust for 26 years and I have never taken it off when swimming in any ocean, sea, lake, swimming pool, bathtub, shower and other wet environment. __________________ ♛ 5-digit Rolex or nothing ♛

11 April 2011, 05:16 AM	#36
Numismatist "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Chris Location: Camden ME & STT Watch: 116600 Posts: 6,350	Been swimming, snorkeling, and jumping off of boats into ocean, bouncing around in the surf, many times with my DJ, no problems ever. __________________ Rolex 116600 Sea-dweller Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White Legrand FP Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White RB Montblanc Meisterstück Diamond Mozart BP Montblanc Meisterstück Mozart BP

11 April 2011, 05:31 AM	#37
daunwaun "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Ken Location: toronto Watch: 18K YG Day Date Posts: 2,985	You will be fine - enjoy your trip! __________________ DAUNWAUN

11 April 2011, 05:49 AM	#38
Roja "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Pierre Location: Spain/Canada Watch: and learn... Posts: 533	I don't have diving experience of more than 5m, but anything less will NOT be a problem. The watch, I believe, is engineered in such a way that the pressure of the water will actually compress the seals, using the pressure to actually render it more water resistant. I don't think you'd need to worry and I think you'd enjoy taking it with you.

11 April 2011, 05:49 AM	#39
axjimenez "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Alex Location: Arlington, Va Watch: ALL OF THEM Posts: 1,705	I swam in both the ocean and pool with mine and it was all good __________________ “It is better to lead from behind and to put others in front, especially when you celebrate victory when nice things occur. You take the front line when there is danger. Then people will appreciate your leadership.” Rolex 114060 Omega SMP 2531.80 Vintage Omega - no idea but dad's watch

11 April 2011, 06:26 AM	#41
mastermixer "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Michael Location: Los Angeles Posts: 3,474	Should be fine, get it pressure tested before hand if you have concerns

11 April 2011, 09:48 AM	#42
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,216	you can swim no problem, if worried have it pressure tested if not serviced lately, a well spent 50 bucks for peace of mind

11 April 2011, 11:08 AM	#43
wuzzzer "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: USA Posts: 384	What part of waterproof don't you understand?

11 April 2011, 12:01 PM	#44
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,273	Are you going to dive over 100m???? If not you're O.K. Don't take it off while you're there.....that way you won't have to worry.....you're on your honeymoon....have fun. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

11 April 2011, 12:02 PM	#45
Rolesor "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Brandon Location: Toronto, ON Watch: 116234 Posts: 4,150	that's my plan :) thanks guys! I've decided she won't leave my wrist. __________________ 116234 - Blue Concentric Dial - Fluted Bezel - Oyster Bracelet Tudor Black Bay 54 - Rubber Strap

11 April 2011, 05:34 PM	#47
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,472	ok. swimming at the surface yes. if it has the tag "swimpruf" its ok but the crown is a little bit weaker then the sub or the gmt. look out for that

12 April 2011, 11:20 AM	#48
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	I say go for it, Brandon! It's your honeymoon and I bet you'd be sorry if you didn't have it on while enjoying a swim! We went to Mexico in October and I wore my Daytona in the ocean and pool without hesitation....and it's also rated to the depth as the DJ. No worries!

12 April 2011, 11:42 AM	#49
bewithabob "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Bob Location: Dallas, Texas Watch: Daytona Meteorite Posts: 3,417	I swam with my DJ within the first 10 years i owned it without issue. It still wears and runs beautifully today, and there were no reported issues when it went to RSC for service a couple of years ago. __________________ meteor flying to Earth onto my wrist... 116509 Daytona Meteorite, 116520 Daytona Black, 116710 GMTIIC, 16013 DATEJUST, CARTIER SANTOS 100 W20090X8, IWC Big Pilot, IWC Top Gun "Everything works out in the end. If it hasn't worked out, it's not the end."

12 April 2011, 12:00 PM	#51
z32turbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sea Level Watch: Varies Posts: 6,877	I swam in my datejust for two years before getting my Sub-C. My swims never included any breathing apparatus so I never worried about my DJ not holding up. Enjoy your time!!!! __________________ Instagram @z32turbo

13 September 2014, 07:02 PM	#53
knageeb "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: UAE Posts: 40	I swam once and no problem with my DJ2. It's 3 weeks old now :)

13 September 2014, 09:18 PM	#56
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,097	Go ahead and take dip. Personally I wouldn't be comfortable swimming with my DJ2 strictly from a comfort on my wrists sense . It's a waterproof watch so I see no harm as others have said.

13 September 2014, 10:58 PM	#58
Doug T "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Doug Location: Anola, Manitoba Watch: GMT Master 11 Posts: 431	I have recently had 2 of my vintage watches go through a "complete" cleaning and overhaul by a very well respected watchmaker in the U.S. Now these 2 watches were vintage Seikos from the 1960"s in excellent shape. I asked him about exposing them to water (swimming etc.) and he very emphatically stated " I never have and never will expose any of my watches to water-period". He went on to say that applies to your Rolex watches as well. It takes 2 seconds to take your watch off before jumping into the water and that gives you some added piece of mind that your protecting your investment in every way possible. Likely good advice to possibly avoid an unnecessary problem should a gasket fail. I must admit, I have always exposed my watches to water with only one problem in about 40 years but I now practice what the watchmaker preached!

13 September 2014, 11:18 PM	#60
Doug T "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Doug Location: Anola, Manitoba Watch: GMT Master 11 Posts: 431	I felt exactly as you feel. My watches went everywhere I went with only one moisture problem in years. I think what he was offering is cheap insurance to avoid that one time a problem might present itself. I don't think his quality control can be questioned at all. He normally has about a 5 to 6 month wait for servicing.

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