Scuba diving with Rolex Daytona?

[Pharaoh_83]

when diving, i'd go for the dive computer. not saying that something would happen to it but i wouldn't risk it.

if it was a sub/GMT, i'd say safe to do it but then again, the dive computer is my go to when diving

[Mystro]

Isn't the GMT also rated wr100m the same as the Daytona?

Originally Posted by Pharaoh_83

when diving, i'd go for the dive computer. not saying that something would happen to it but i wouldn't risk it.

if it was a sub/GMT, i'd say safe to do it but then again, the dive computer is my go to when diving

[LuminousMaximus]

I would say NO if your just going diving.

However, if you are going on vacation and and are diving as part of a trip, you would be fine with one caveat.

It doesn't have the extending capabilities as say a Sub or Sea-Dweller, so it will not go over your wet or Dry suit...

[dreamcar88]

leave it for the racetrack =)

[Arclight]

Originally Posted by dreamcar88

leave it for the racetrack =)

X2

And get a SubC, now you have the excuse buy another watch!

[Old Expat Beast]

Tudor Heritage Chrono is rated to 150m

It also shows the date, and a second timezone.

[Xerxes77]

You can but like more answear say to you better NO

[dr35mm]

I would buy a Seiko and not take a risk on a Daytona, not that it can't handle it but I just dont put my watch through unnecessary stress. Salt walter is no Joke.

[Ferdelious]

Maybe think about adding a ND Sub if you dive occasionally?

[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by Ferdelious

Maybe think about adding a ND Sub if you dive occasionally?

Yeah, my though too...plus it gives you the perfect land, sea, air trio with the GMT and Daytona.

[psv]

The real question is WHY?

I'm sure the watch will be just fine, buy what is the point? It is not a dive watch, you don't have a timing bezel for it, the legibility will be poor... I don't get it. Pick up a $500 Seiko diver as a backup to your diving computer. Leave the Daytona in the hotel safe.

[xIZeitgeistIx]

I would not put my Daytona at risk here.
As a lot of people suggested: Dive computer, G-Shock or a "true" diver with bezel timing.
Like this

[douglasf13]

Oh man, the value and perception of the Daytona has become so inflated that now we're worried about it on a shallow recreational dive? Any (pressure tested) Rolex Oyster is going to be fine at 30m.

Granted, I come from the school of, if you buy a Rolex, whether it be an OP or a Playtona, and you worry about wearing it in just about any situation, it means you can't afford it. That's largely the point of buying a Rolex. Wear it in good health!

[Chiboy]

Originally Posted by douglasf13

Oh man, the value and perception of the Daytona has become so inflated that now we're worried about it on a shallow recreational dive? Any (pressure tested) Rolex Oyster is going to be fine at 30m.

Granted, I come from the school of, if you buy a Rolex, whether it be an OP or a Playtona, and you worry about wearing it in just about any situation, it means you can't afford it. That's largely the point of buying a Rolex. Wear it in good health!

I wore my DJ doing everything for 30+ years -- with suits, with shorts, in the ocean, in a lake, playing golf, playing tennis, running (when on vacation), working out.....everything. It was JUST FINE.

I wear the platona every day, although I haven't worn it when working out or playing sports. Yet.

[Mystro]

This is my thinking as well. Years ago I was asked on the forum why I would dive with my TT Sub??? I should get a Casio beater. My response was.."There will be a cold day in hell before my wrist graces a Casio over my TT Sub. Why would I buy a dive watch if I am not going to dive with it?" Sure, the bling may attract barracudas but I have standards.

Originally Posted by douglasf13

Oh man, the value and perception of the Daytona has become so inflated that now we're worried about it on a shallow recreational dive? Any (pressure tested) Rolex Oyster is going to be fine at 30m.

Granted, I come from the school of, if you buy a Rolex, whether it be an OP or a Playtona, and you worry about wearing it in just about any situation, it means you can't afford it. That's largely the point of buying a Rolex. Wear it in good health!

[adnjoo]

Originally Posted by Tools

Diving with a Daytona isn't something that would cross my mind. However, if I am on vacation and swimming, snorkeling, or even shallow diving, I wouldn't worry about it being on my wrist..

But is isn't something I would do if I had the opportunity to do otherwise.

As to "timing" your dive with the Daytona.. Press the pusher to start before you enter the water and then lock the pushers. Your timer will run just fine for the entire time.

Oh this is a good solution!

Also why? Because Rolex; I'd rather wear a Rolex than a Seiko/Timex/etc/Dive computer .. just my opinion.. I've got depth (m) on the diving gauge console, time on the Daytona, elapsed time w/ the chronograph.. that's all I need haha..

I think if diving in warm water it's ok to pull up the left wetsuit sleeve and wear the watch there; that's what I did before without diving extension. *in warm waters :)

[NafizAliKhan]

I dive with my BLNR all the time. Rolex will make a great backup timer if dive computer goes out.


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[Mick P]

Originally Posted by adnjoo

Can I go scuba diving with the Daytona? approx. 25-30m max recreational dive.

I've read that the pushers compromise the seals; I guess it would be smartest to not use the pushers at all but it would be a bonus to be able to time the dive with the chronograph function.

Any experienced TRFers have been scuba diving with Daytona before? Pics?

I'm looking to consolidate my collection and if this works out I may just get a Daytona and BLNR as my 2 watch core.

Thanks..

I have a 2000 P series Zenith Daytona and I swim wearing it quite regularly when in my shack in Spain.

I have dived off a rock and went down about 8ft (ish) and came back up with the Daytona intact.

You should stop worrying, it is waterproof and a pressure test will confirm if its ok.

Regards

Mick

[Mfrankel2]

The consensus among most diving professionals (equipment repair techs, diving instructors, commercial divers, etc.) is that for actual sport diving (above 130 feet/40 M / 5 BAR), a watch should have a minimum rating of 200 meters. While this may seem excessive, there's more going on than just the "static pressure" of the water at any given depth. Any movement creates additional "dynamic pressure" Add to that seals that may not be brand new, sand, salt, and the overall SCUBA philosophy of water being an alien environment thus necessitating a bit of redundancy and we get to the 200M minimum rating.

[douglasf13]

Originally Posted by Mfrankel2

The consensus among most diving professionals (equipment repair techs, diving instructors, commercial divers, etc.) is that for actual sport diving (above 130 feet/40 M / 5 BAR), a watch should have a minimum rating of 200 meters. While this may seem excessive, there's more going on than just the "static pressure" of the water at any given depth. Any movement creates additional "dynamic pressure" Add to that seals that may not be brand new, sand, salt, and the overall SCUBA philosophy of water being an alien environment thus necessitating a bit of redundancy and we get to the 200M minimum rating.

FWIW, the "dynamic pressure" myth was debunked on watch forums long ago. IIRC, after seeing the math, even Michael Phelps swimming with a watch on would only create something like a meter or two's worth of "extra pressure" against the watch's actual rating.

Of course, no one take my word for it, but I personally wouldn't worry about a Rolex at only 30m (that is properly sealed and pressure tested.)

[longimanus88]

Originally Posted by Mfrankel2

The consensus among most diving professionals (equipment repair techs, diving instructors, commercial divers, etc.) is that for actual sport diving (above 130 feet/40 M / 5 BAR), a watch should have a minimum rating of 200 meters. While this may seem excessive, there's more going on than just the "static pressure" of the water at any given depth. Any movement creates additional "dynamic pressure" Add to that seals that may not be brand new, sand, salt, and the overall SCUBA philosophy of water being an alien environment thus necessitating a bit of redundancy and we get to the 200M minimum rating.

This has been extensively debated in French forums...and the consensus is that this dynamic pressure...is nothing to worry about!

[diverdoug]

Can you go diving with it? Yes.
If you ask SHOULD dive with it? It is up to you.
Is it a superior tool for. the task? No.

The reason anyone spends thousands of dollars for a watch that is less precise and accurate than a $150 Seiko radio corrected watch is form over function. Personally, my priorities change when I am in an environment that cannot sustain human life. I choose function over form when diving. I use a Suunto D9tx as well as 2 other dive computers when diving

[904VT]

Originally Posted by adnjoo

Can I go scuba diving with the Daytona? approx. 25-30m max recreational dive.

I've read that the pushers compromise the seals; I guess it would be smartest to not use the pushers at all but it would be a bonus to be able to time the dive with the chronograph function.

Any experienced TRFers have been scuba diving with Daytona before? Pics?

I'm looking to consolidate my collection and if this works out I may just get a Daytona and BLNR as my 2 watch core.

Thanks..

A Daytona is fine at those depths. If I was you I'd just pick up a cheap G shock for diving though. Why put the Daytona and it's polished pieces thru that wear and tear?

[ecdc]

I've dived with my Panerai hundreds of times, from Bora Bora to Iceland. Next time I go diving, I'll wear my Daytona, and take pictures and video. It's just a watch. And it's designed to go under water. So why not?

[Dr. Prunesquallor]

What possible purpose would it serve? Do you really need to know the time of day during a dive? I have used a $50 quartz Timex dive watch that provided more functionality.

From a water resistance standpoint, it should be fine, but on a dive boat, there are plenty of opportunities for metal-on-metal bumps and dings while switching tanks, climbing ladders, etc.

I don't get it.


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[Tools]

Diving with a Daytona isn't something that would cross my mind. However, if I am on vacation and swimming, snorkeling, or even shallow diving, I wouldn't worry about it being on my wrist..

But is isn't something I would do if I had the opportunity to do otherwise.

As to "timing" your dive with the Daytona.. Press the pusher to start before you enter the water and then lock the pushers. Your timer will run just fine for the entire time.

[Dr. Prunesquallor]

Originally Posted by Tools

...As to "timing" your dive with the Daytona.. Press the pusher to start before you enter the water and then lock the pushers. Your timer will run just fine for the entire time.

While this may be true, any dive watch that advertised this as a "feature" would be laughed out of the industry.



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[artschool]

it might get scratched. don't do it

[douglasf13]

Originally Posted by artschool

it might get scratched. don't do it

Wait...

[Flstfirider]

It is unlikely that a recreational diver will go deeper than 1/3 of the watches advertised depth rating. Submariners from the 1950's were rated at 100m, the same as a modern Daytona. A modern Daytona, with a sapphire crystal and modern engineering should not have any issue at recreational dive depths.