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Russ1974 · 16 September 2008, 01:55 AM

Here's another stupid thread which can be added to the "what's the most annoying question repeated on here" thread ...

Anyway, I'm lazy, I am happy to admit it. I can't be bothered to wash my Rolex. I was wondering, would a Rolex be dish washer safe? Immediate reaction I'm sure would have everybody yelling "Don't do it" I'm sure. But, think through the chemicals, temperatures and pressures - and what do we think, good or bad idea? If it's a bad idea, can you ellaborate why?

If the specific watch matters, I am talking about my TT Daytona.

Thanks :)

redshirt1957 · 16 September 2008, 01:57 AM

Since it is not my watch and I, most likely will never to it, sure it is safe and even Rolex recommended.

. I have the same watch a M if I remember correctly.

jdc · 16 September 2008, 02:36 AM

why not I would love to hear from you and how it turns out.

As it is partly a gold watch and that is not as tough as stainless steel I would put it on an economy cycle to be safe

Look forward to you posting pictures of the result

seantk · 16 September 2008, 02:39 AM

Truthfully, I don't see why not. But, personally I will continue to wash mine in the sink

Sean

flumazenil · 16 September 2008, 02:40 AM

Make sure you put it on the "Pot Scrubber" cycle to get all the nooks and crannies. Also, unscrew the crown and the pushers to get it clean underneath. You may want to take the movement out and wash it at the same time :)

hbbfam · 16 September 2008, 02:57 AM

Oh, to have enough money that I would even consider putting my Rollie in the dishwasher.

ratmotortom · 16 September 2008, 02:59 AM

You wouldn't put your dishes in the watch washer, would you ????

I'd vote don't do it.

YuppieKid · 16 September 2008, 04:42 AM

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Originally Posted by flumazenil

Make sure you put it on the "Pot Scrubber" cycle to get all the nooks and crannies. Also, unscrew the crown and the pushers to get it clean underneath. You may want to take the movement out and wash it at the same time :)

Z-Sub · 16 September 2008, 08:33 AM

if you take apart all the parts of your rollie and wash them in dish washer, I'm sure all the grease will come out nicely!

as for the outside?

GoISU · 16 September 2008, 08:48 PM

I put my Plat/SS YM through the dishwasher with the heat dry off. No problem. Prolly won't do it again but I assure you it came out clean and has had no problems since. Now I feel like a brave soul after reading this.

rkboyer911 · 16 September 2008, 03:06 AM

There is no way in H E doubble hockeysticks I'd put a rollie in the dishwasher!!!

Parachrom · 16 September 2008, 03:07 AM

Well actually I have put my SD in a dish washer, made sure the high heat dry was disabled. It went through the cycvle rather nicely came out sparkling.The watch was right next to my Glock Frame. Just rember not to let it go through the hot dry cycle

Parachrom · 16 September 2008, 03:21 AM

let me qualify my previous post. had been diving in a rather muddy bottom lake searching for treasure. Digging throigh silt and mud for coins. After the dive no amount of scrubbing got the grit out of the bezel ratcheting mechanism, so I took it apart put all the parts minus the small spring in the dishwasher for a good cleaning.

I dont normally use the dishwasher, but in this case it was pretty crudded up

thecoinopcollector · 16 September 2008, 03:31 AM

While I don't think I have the stones to try it myself, I would love read about someone else's experience with full heated dry cycle and all.
Didn't someone here actually boil and then freeze their Sub? I think I recall that post and even a follow up.

Marc

Brushpup · 16 September 2008, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by thecoinopcollector

While I don't think I have the stones to try it myself, I would love read about someone else's experience with full heated dry cycle and all.
Didn't someone here actually boil and then freeze their Sub? I think I recall that post and even a follow up.

Marc

Yes Someone did and here is the link.

http://forums.timezone.com/index.php...82#msg_3843497

mgm · 16 September 2008, 03:52 AM

I wouldn't. I don't know how the temperature differential might create condensation inside the case or the heat affect the rubber seals... or how the abrasives might eat the finishes over time.

Incurable · 16 September 2008, 03:58 AM

Electric diswashing detergent is some pretty caustic stuff. Much, much more so than hand or liquid diswashing soaps. I vote not, definitely not...

JJ Irani · 16 September 2008, 03:59 AM

I can't believe some of us are actually posting replies in this thread!!

mgm · 16 September 2008, 04:00 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I can't believe some of us are actually posting replies in this thread!!

jdc · 16 September 2008, 04:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I can't believe some of us are actually posting replies in this thread!!

Yep JJ you would have to be pretty dumb to do that

Art161 · 16 September 2008, 04:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I can't believe some of us are actually posting replies in this thread!!

You did, JJ.

JJ Irani · 16 September 2008, 04:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Art161

You did, JJ.

Mine was just a gentle reminder to those who did!!

mgm · 16 September 2008, 04:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Mine was just a gentle reminder to those who did!!

Just a gentle reminder:

Dishwasher safe?

James T · 16 September 2008, 04:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I can't believe some of us are actually posting replies in this thread!!

i think it is safer to put it in the washing machine... gentlest cycle pls. if you are too lazy to dry it, you can also put it in the dryer for 5 minutes

DSJ · 16 September 2008, 04:02 AM

Back in my police academy days, I actually threw my Glock in the dishwasher a couple times, then removed all moisture from the moving parts by further dissasembly, blasting with brake cleaner, air compressor, then re-oiling all. VERY clean during inspection! This partiular Glock (19) has NEVER had a malfunction the whole time I have had/used it.

Widows Son · 16 September 2008, 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSJ

Back in my police academy days, I actually threw my Glock in the dishwasher a couple times, then removed all moisture from the moving parts by further dissasembly, blasting with brake cleaner, air compressor, then re-oiling all. VERY clean during inspection! This partiular Glock (19) has NEVER had a malfunction the whole time I have had/used it.

I wash all my polymer frames in the sink with Dawn, and a toothbrush. Glocks, P99, and XD's. Brake cleaner is a no no. Too caustic. Shooters Choice makes a polymer safe spray now. All I use it for is to blast the crud out of the striker channels. My duty gun is a P226R in .40, and my BUG a G27.

Jimbits76 · 16 September 2008, 04:45 AM

Why not send that TT Cos to old J and I'll clean it progressively over a ten year cycle!!!!

J

mailman · 16 September 2008, 04:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jimbits76

Why not send that TT Cos to old J and I'll clean it progressively over a ten year cycle!!!!

J

I bet you'll keep it fully "wound" too, won't ya

Jimbits76 · 16 September 2008, 04:49 AM

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Originally Posted by mailman

I bet you'll keep it fully "wound" too, won't ya

Only when I'm in the shower.............

And thinking of you delivering that package!!!!!!!!!!!

J

mailman · 16 September 2008, 04:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jimbits76

Only when I'm in the shower.............

And thinking of you delivering that package!!!!!!!!!!!

J

16 September 2008, 01:55 AM	#1
Russ1974 Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cheshire, UK Watch: BiMetal Daytona Posts: 157	Rolex - "Dish Washer Safe" ? Here's another stupid thread which can be added to the "what's the most annoying question repeated on here" thread ... Anyway, I'm lazy, I am happy to admit it. I can't be bothered to wash my Rolex. I was wondering, would a Rolex be dish washer safe? Immediate reaction I'm sure would have everybody yelling "Don't do it" I'm sure. But, think through the chemicals, temperatures and pressures - and what do we think, good or bad idea? If it's a bad idea, can you ellaborate why? If the specific watch matters, I am talking about my TT Daytona. Thanks :)

16 September 2008, 01:57 AM	#2
redshirt1957 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Bubba Location: Bitsyville! Watch: Blue YM today! Posts: 10,053	Since it is not my watch and I, most likely will never to it, sure it is safe and even Rolex recommended.. I have the same watch a M if I remember correctly.

16 September 2008, 02:39 AM	#4
seantk "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Sean Location: West Florida Posts: 2,671	Truthfully, I don't see why not. But, personally I will continue to wash mine in the sink Sean __________________ "Life is frittered away with detail... simplify, simplify!" Henry D. Thoreau

16 September 2008, 08:33 AM	#9
Z-Sub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	if you take apart all the parts of your rollie and wash them in dish washer, I'm sure all the grease will come out nicely! as for the outside? __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

16 September 2008, 03:52 AM	#16
mgm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Greg Merrick Location: Wisconsin, USA Posts: 648	I wouldn't. I don't know how the temperature differential might create condensation inside the case or the heat affect the rubber seals... or how the abrasives might eat the finishes over time. __________________ Gregory

16 September 2008, 02:36 AM	#3
jdc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: UK Posts: 7,023	why not I would love to hear from you and how it turns out. As it is partly a gold watch and that is not as tough as stainless steel I would put it on an economy cycle to be safe Look forward to you posting pictures of the result

16 September 2008, 02:40 AM	#5
flumazenil "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Texas Watch: Tog TT GMT TT SD4K Posts: 600	Make sure you put it on the "Pot Scrubber" cycle to get all the nooks and crannies. Also, unscrew the crown and the pushers to get it clean underneath. You may want to take the movement out and wash it at the same time :)

16 September 2008, 02:57 AM	#6
hbbfam "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Howard Location: Chandler, AZ Watch: Omega SMP300 Posts: 458	Oh, to have enough money that I would even consider putting my Rollie in the dishwasher.

16 September 2008, 02:59 AM	#7
ratmotortom "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Tom Location: Ohio Watch: TT Blue Sub Posts: 447	You wouldn't put your dishes in the watch washer, would you ???? I'd vote don't do it.

16 September 2008, 08:48 PM	#10
GoISU Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: IL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 146	I put my Plat/SS YM through the dishwasher with the heat dry off. No problem. Prolly won't do it again but I assure you it came out clean and has had no problems since. Now I feel like a brave soul after reading this.

16 September 2008, 03:06 AM	#11
rkboyer911 Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Roy Location: Kansas City Mo Watch: Sea Dweller "M" Posts: 181	There is no way in H E doubble hockeysticks I'd put a rollie in the dishwasher!!!

16 September 2008, 03:07 AM	#12
Parachrom "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: canada Posts: 721	Well actually I have put my SD in a dish washer, made sure the high heat dry was disabled. It went through the cycvle rather nicely came out sparkling.The watch was right next to my Glock Frame. Just rember not to let it go through the hot dry cycle

16 September 2008, 03:21 AM	#13
Parachrom "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: canada Posts: 721	let me qualify my previous post. had been diving in a rather muddy bottom lake searching for treasure. Digging throigh silt and mud for coins. After the dive no amount of scrubbing got the grit out of the bezel ratcheting mechanism, so I took it apart put all the parts minus the small spring in the dishwasher for a good cleaning. I dont normally use the dishwasher, but in this case it was pretty crudded up

16 September 2008, 03:31 AM	#14
thecoinopcollector Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Pa Posts: 409	While I don't think I have the stones to try it myself, I would love read about someone else's experience with full heated dry cycle and all. Didn't someone here actually boil and then freeze their Sub? I think I recall that post and even a follow up. Marc

16 September 2008, 03:58 AM	#17
Incurable "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Pat Location: PNW Watch: your P's and Q's Posts: 2,549	Electric diswashing detergent is some pretty caustic stuff. Much, much more so than hand or liquid diswashing soaps. I vote not, definitely not... __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 16710 (Blk/Blk) Rolex Explorer 114270 Sinn 356 Sa Flieger Limes Endurance 1Tausend Too many others... #2592 It may seem like I'm doing nothing but, at a cellular level, I'm actually quite busy...

16 September 2008, 03:59 AM	#18
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	I can't believe some of us are actually posting replies in this thread!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

16 September 2008, 04:02 AM	#25
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	Back in my police academy days, I actually threw my Glock in the dishwasher a couple times, then removed all moisture from the moving parts by further dissasembly, blasting with brake cleaner, air compressor, then re-oiling all. VERY clean during inspection! This partiular Glock (19) has NEVER had a malfunction the whole time I have had/used it. __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

16 September 2008, 04:45 AM	#27
Jimbits76 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK Posts: 9,407	Why not send that TT Cos to old J and I'll clean it progressively over a ten year cycle!!!! J

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