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the dark knight · 13 July 2016, 11:12 AM

I have a Sub I purchased brand new about 8 years ago. Haven't serviced it yet as it still runs well.

I wasn't too worried about water damage as it is a Sub, and the only exposure to water it gets is when I shower with the watch on maybe once every 2 weeks to just clean it.

Do I need to get this watch tested, or should it be ok until I decide to service it (aiming to do it in 2 years)

Sublover2166 · 13 July 2016, 11:26 AM

If it were me for piece of mind, yes a pressure test would be cheap insurance.

squeaks376 · 13 July 2016, 11:40 AM

I have seen a lot of people always say to pressure test. Why? What could cause a watch as robust as a sub to lose its ability to submerge? Any education would be appreciated.

squeaks376 · 13 July 2016, 11:42 AM

Also how is a pressure test done? If it is in water wouldn't failure of the test produce the same result as submerging it....water in watch?

Andad · 13 July 2016, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by squeaks376

Also how is a pressure test done? If it is in water wouldn't failure of the test produce the same result as submerging it....water in watch?

There is equipment that pressure test or vacuum test watches.

None will expose a watch to flooding.

Google will show you the equipment and the methodology.

To the OP.

After 9 years I would have my watches tested before swimming/diving.

Sandblaster · 13 July 2016, 12:04 PM

Is the watch running perfectly?
If yes, leave it alone.
At 10 years you can send it to RSC for an overhaul.

But let sleeping dogs lie. If it ain't broke don't fix it lol.

Capt. Alex · 13 July 2016, 12:12 PM

Rubber O-rings dry out and crack over time. I agree with the annual pressure check if you are going to be submerging it. better for it to be discovered in a controlled environment where it can be serviced rather then looking down at your wrist and seeing water intrusion.

Wooddog44 · 13 July 2016, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Capt. Alex

Rubber O-rings dry out and crack over time. I agree with the annual pressure check if you are going to be submerging it. better for it to be discovered in a controlled environment where it can be serviced rather then looking down at your wrist and seeing water intrusion.

Given the above, CORRECT, information why not test and be sure one way or the other.... that, by definition, is what a test is for...

It's funny that when the topic of testing/service comes up there are a lot of "if it ain't broke..." comments on the forum but very few/no "It was broke and I made it worse by not getting it tested/serviced" comments...

It would seem either that has NEVER happened or those who learned the hard/expensive way are in no real rush to share that information...

Boaters · 14 July 2016, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Capt. Alex

Rubber O-rings dry out and crack over time. I agree with the annual pressure check if you are going to be submerging it. better for it to be discovered in a controlled environment where it can be serviced rather then looking down at your wrist and seeing water intrusion.

100% Correct

Andad · 13 July 2016, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Sandblaster

Is the watch running perfectly?
If yes, leave it alone.
At 10 years you can send it to RSC for an overhaul.

But let sleeping dogs lie. If it ain't broke don't fix it lol.

Testing a watch for water resistance is hardly stripping it down.

And why would it be ok to go 9 years before pressure testing but not 10?

Sandblaster · 13 July 2016, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by directioneng

Testing a watch for water resistance is hardly stripping it down.

And why would it be ok to go 9 years before pressure testing but not 10?

Should overhaul at 10 years.
Just like you bring in your new car for the 20000 mile service you can bring it in at 18,000 miles if you want but you can also wait for 20,000 miles.

These watches are very durable and for a dude that sits at his desk all day and then decides he's going to go in the water and there's nothing that happened to his watch that made it unstable. Imho.

Spartacus · 13 July 2016, 12:24 PM

I've never had any of my modern watches tested, and never have had a problem.

I don't intend to change.

brmeyers · 13 July 2016, 01:08 PM

One of my local watch dealers will do it for free. Just checked my new Pepsi and its good to go...
I would recommend if you are going to expose to water

fskywalker · 13 July 2016, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by brmeyers

One of my local watch dealers will do it for free. Just checked my new Pepsi and its good to go...

I would recommend if you are going to expose to water

If you have an AD who can do it for free or cheap sure why not!

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Scapegoat · 13 July 2016, 02:25 PM

Get yourself checked!

Muzz · 13 July 2016, 04:41 PM

I would think showering with it would not require a pressure test. Pretty sure you would have already noticed condensation building if it was an issue.

Rolex fan 61 · 13 July 2016, 08:29 PM

2 Useful youtube clip on watch servicing:-

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fX_wJTFxCYM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oW8EvXeeUM

Ouro9999 · 13 July 2016, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Rolex fan 61

2 Useful youtube clip on watch servicing:-

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fX_wJTFxCYM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oW8EvXeeUM

Good videos, iam following his Chanel, quite good tips there.

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brandrea · 13 July 2016, 09:00 PM

If it's on your mind, why not have it done. As mentioned it's inexpensive and can be done while you wait.

beshannon · 13 July 2016, 09:05 PM

I pressure test annually.

Small piece of mind over what could happen

Drjamesie · 13 July 2016, 09:07 PM

Who knew Vinnie Jones sold watches!

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joli160 · 13 July 2016, 10:28 PM

I pressure test my watches regularly myself, just because I like to fiddle around with them. Never one failed.
Very likely your watch is fine, but why risk it ?
It's a cheap insurance, AD's with an in-house watchmaker can help you out.

watchwatcher · 14 July 2016, 12:35 AM

Not a bad idea, IMO.

ajas · 17 July 2016, 05:45 PM

If that was me and the watch went anywhere near water I would send it for basic service.

After years of usage , changing seasons, temperature, ect.all elastomeric seals will dry and tend to crack. You definitely dont want water to get in as this means a major 10 k usd repair.

Preasure test itself is also not enough as wont tell you about the current condition of sealing components.

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Muzz · 17 July 2016, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by ajas

If that was me and the watch went anywhere near water I would send it for basic service.

After years of usage , changing seasons, temperature, ect.all elastomeric seals will dry and tend to crack. You definitely dont want water to get in as this means a major 10 k usd repair.

Preasure test itself is also not enough as wont tell you about the current condition of sealing components.

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Or a regular service bill and nothing more. From someone who experienced this first hand when swimming, was an easy breezy fix at my RSC.

Jason71 · 17 July 2016, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ajas

If that was me and the watch went anywhere near water I would send it for basic service.

After years of usage , changing seasons, temperature, ect.all elastomeric seals will dry and tend to crack. You definitely dont want water to get in as this means a major 10 k usd repair.

Preasure test itself is also not enough as wont tell you about the current condition of sealing components.

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Who in their right mind would spend $10,000 for a service on a watch that retail price of $8,550 brand-new from an AD??

ajas · 18 July 2016, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Jason71

Who in their right mind would spend $10,000 for a service on a watch that retail price of $8,550 brand-new from an AD??

It was just an exaggerated example to give a clearer picture :D
My message is dont save a penny to loose pound.

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ajas · 18 July 2016, 01:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason71

Who in their right mind would spend $10,000 for a service on a watch that retail price of $8,550 brand-new from an AD??

Was just bit exaggerating to make a better picture.
You dont want to save penny ro loose pound

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Abdullah71601 · 17 July 2016, 06:46 PM

IIRC, Rolex recommends an annual pressure test if you plan to swim/dive the watch.

W44NEG · 17 July 2016, 07:12 PM

OP, at 8 years old, just get it serviced. You'll have full peace of mind. I left one of mine that ,one recently and it's come back keeping time nicely, warrantied and fully pressure tested. Just makes sense.

As mentioned, seals can deteriorate. Thing of your car. You wouldn't leave it without a service past the schedule, as if you do, things start to leak and go bad. Same with watches; seals go bad and there are oils int here which over time will of course be contaminated.

13 July 2016, 11:12 AM	#1
the dark knight 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: USA Posts: 1,538	Do I need to pressure test my Rolex? I have a Sub I purchased brand new about 8 years ago. Haven't serviced it yet as it still runs well. I wasn't too worried about water damage as it is a Sub, and the only exposure to water it gets is when I shower with the watch on maybe once every 2 weeks to just clean it. Do I need to get this watch tested, or should it be ok until I decide to service it (aiming to do it in 2 years)

13 July 2016, 09:05 PM	#20
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	I pressure test annually. Small piece of mind over what could happen __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

13 July 2016, 10:28 PM	#22
joli160 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,759	I pressure test my watches regularly myself, just because I like to fiddle around with them. Never one failed. Very likely your watch is fine, but why risk it ? It's a cheap insurance, AD's with an in-house watchmaker can help you out. Attached Images __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

13 July 2016, 11:26 AM	#2
Sublover2166 Banned Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: John Location: Manassas,Virginia Watch: Ol'Bluesy & Hulk Posts: 2,871	If it were me for piece of mind, yes a pressure test would be cheap insurance.

13 July 2016, 11:40 AM	#3
squeaks376 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Matt Location: Florida Watch: LV Sub Posts: 166	I have seen a lot of people always say to pressure test. Why? What could cause a watch as robust as a sub to lose its ability to submerge? Any education would be appreciated.

13 July 2016, 11:42 AM	#4
squeaks376 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Matt Location: Florida Watch: LV Sub Posts: 166	Also how is a pressure test done? If it is in water wouldn't failure of the test produce the same result as submerging it....water in watch?

13 July 2016, 12:04 PM	#6
Sandblaster Banned Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: US Watch: 16570, 216570 Posts: 161	Is the watch running perfectly? If yes, leave it alone. At 10 years you can send it to RSC for an overhaul. But let sleeping dogs lie. If it ain't broke don't fix it lol.

13 July 2016, 12:12 PM	#7
Capt. Alex "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Alexander Location: Fort Lauderdale Watch: 16610 / 1680 Posts: 64	Rubber O-rings dry out and crack over time. I agree with the annual pressure check if you are going to be submerging it. better for it to be discovered in a controlled environment where it can be serviced rather then looking down at your wrist and seeing water intrusion.

13 July 2016, 12:24 PM	#12
Spartacus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: DC Watch: Daytona Posts: 2,745	I've never had any of my modern watches tested, and never have had a problem. I don't intend to change.

13 July 2016, 01:08 PM	#13
brmeyers "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Bryant Location: Florida Watch: ...Your Thoughts Posts: 2,171	One of my local watch dealers will do it for free. Just checked my new Pepsi and its good to go... I would recommend if you are going to expose to water

13 July 2016, 02:25 PM	#15
Scapegoat "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Lee Location: South East Asia Watch: Tudor Pro Posts: 1,798	Get yourself checked!

13 July 2016, 04:41 PM	#16
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	I would think showering with it would not require a pressure test. Pretty sure you would have already noticed condensation building if it was an issue.

13 July 2016, 08:29 PM	#17
Rolex fan 61 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: UK Posts: 1,262	2 Useful youtube clip on watch servicing:- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fX_wJTFxCYM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oW8EvXeeUM

13 July 2016, 09:00 PM	#19
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,097	If it's on your mind, why not have it done. As mentioned it's inexpensive and can be done while you wait.

13 July 2016, 09:07 PM	#21
Drjamesie "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: London Posts: 78	Who knew Vinnie Jones sold watches! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 July 2016, 12:35 AM	#23
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	Not a bad idea, IMO.

17 July 2016, 05:45 PM	#24
ajas "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Will Location: Kuala Lumpur Watch: SubC, Pam, Speede Posts: 3,146	If that was me and the watch went anywhere near water I would send it for basic service. After years of usage , changing seasons, temperature, ect.all elastomeric seals will dry and tend to crack. You definitely dont want water to get in as this means a major 10 k usd repair. Preasure test itself is also not enough as wont tell you about the current condition of sealing components. Sent from my GT-I9505 using Tapatalk

17 July 2016, 06:46 PM	#29
Abdullah71601 Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Calumet Harbor Watch: ing da Bears Posts: 13,568	IIRC, Rolex recommends an annual pressure test if you plan to swim/dive the watch.

17 July 2016, 07:12 PM	#30
W44NEG "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: NW England, UK Posts: 109	OP, at 8 years old, just get it serviced. You'll have full peace of mind. I left one of mine that ,one recently and it's come back keeping time nicely, warrantied and fully pressure tested. Just makes sense. As mentioned, seals can deteriorate. Thing of your car. You wouldn't leave it without a service past the schedule, as if you do, things start to leak and go bad. Same with watches; seals go bad and there are oils int here which over time will of course be contaminated.

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