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tpearman · 2 December 2005, 08:59 AM

Ok, I've been trying for a while to find a question re: Rolexes that JJ couldn't answer, and I think maybe I've found one. While perusing the new Panerai catalog they sent me, I noticed that they specify for each watch how thick the corundum is (anywhere from 2.0mm to 3.5mm).

So, my question for JJ is this, how thick is the sapphire crystal on Rolexes? Also, does it vary model to model?

Good luck, Kiwi.

dman · 2 December 2005, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by tpearman

Ok, I've been trying for a while to find a question re: Rolexes that JJ couldn't answer, and I think maybe I've found one. While perusing the new Panerai catalog they sent me, I noticed that they specify for each watch how thick the corundum is (anywhere from 2.0mm to 3.5mm).

So, my question for JJ is this, how thick is the sapphire crystal on Rolexes? Also, does it vary model to model?

Good luck, Kiwi.

Nice Tim,

And how many threads in a OEM Rolex screw?

Mr. K · 2 December 2005, 05:19 PM

This sounds like fun.

I want to give it a shot too. We can call this game, "Try to stump JJ."

Although it may not be easy.

Question: you need a special tool to remove the caseback of a Rolex. How many of those little grooves (teeth, indentations) are on the Rolex caseback?

Mr. K · 2 December 2005, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by dman

Nice Tim,

And how many threads in a OEM Rolex screw?

Hey wouldn't that be just one?

padi56 · 2 December 2005, 06:22 PM

That ones to easy for our JJ.

JJ Irani · 2 December 2005, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by tpearman

Ok, I've been trying for a while to find a question re: Rolexes that JJ couldn't answer, and I think maybe I've found one. While perusing the new Panerai catalog they sent me, I noticed that they specify for each watch how thick the corundum is (anywhere from 2.0mm to 3.5mm).

So, my question for JJ is this, how thick is the sapphire crystal on Rolexes? Also, does it vary model to model?

Good luck, Kiwi.

Good question, Tim.

Thickness on Rolex crystals would vary from model to model for obvious reasons. Those models which are waterproof to 100 m would naturally be thinner in thickness as compared with the Subs which are rated to 300 m. On the other hand, the SD would have the thickest crystal of all due to its enormous depth rating of 1220 m / 4,000 ft.

To be honest, not sure about the exact thickness....never crossed my mind really, but I know for a fact that the SD has the toughest and thickest crystal out there.

JJ

tpearman · 3 December 2005, 01:23 AM

JJ doesn't know the answer...how about that??

I can just see him at work right now, scouring the internet, looking for facts, calling Mansors, desperate to answer my question...

JJ Irani · 3 December 2005, 01:56 AM

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Originally Posted by tpearman

JJ doesn't know the answer...how about that??

I can just see him at work right now, scouring the internet, looking for facts, calling Mansors, desperate to answer my question...

I'll have to give you credit for one achievement, Tim. You joined the rank of TOSSERS quicker than any of these other tossers on this forum!!!

s7horton · 3 December 2005, 04:22 AM

The Sea Dweller crystal is exactly 2mm thicker than the submariner line.

JJ Irani · 3 December 2005, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by s7horton

The Sea Dweller crystal is exactly 2mm thicker than the submariner line.

That's not quite correct, Horton. The SD case is thicker by 2 mm over the Sub....not sure about their cyrstal thicknesses....although the SD crystal would be thicker, naturally!!

Thanks - JJ

padi56 · 3 December 2005, 09:11 PM

Stronger case (1mm thicker case back) and SD crystal (1mm thicker) than Sub.

s7horton · 3 December 2005, 09:24 PM

I'm pretty sure the crystal is 2mm thicker, not 1mm thicker.

padi56 · 3 December 2005, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by s7horton

I'm pretty sure the crystal is 2mm thicker, not 1mm thicker.

I think you are referring overhaul the SD is 2mm thicker than the Sub. 1mm case back 1mm crystal.

Rolex Model 16600
Helium Escape Valve.
Has writing - "ROLEX OYSTER Original Gas Escape Valve" on case back.
Depth rated to 4000ft / 1220m.
Stronger case (1mm thicker back) and crystal (1mm thicker).
SEL Oyster bracelet with Diver's extension, 2 diver's links and a tool to change them.

JJ Irani · 4 December 2005, 03:19 AM

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Originally Posted by s7horton

I'm pretty sure the crystal is 2mm thicker, not 1mm thicker.

Hi Horton,

I think Padi is correct on this one....I'm pretty sure the overall thickness of the SD case is around 2 mm more than the Sub. If the crystal were 2 mm thicker can you imagine how high it would stand up?

A one mm difference in crystal thickness I can logically accept.

Cheers - JJ

This chart can be a pretty good guideline.

s7horton · 4 December 2005, 08:31 AM

Well, that may be the case. However, if the crystal is 2mm thicker, it could be inset into the case deeper and not even show a height difference.

JJ Irani · 4 December 2005, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by s7horton

Well, that may be the case. However, if the crystal is 2mm thicker, it could be inset into the case deeper and not even show a height difference.

Good point!!

2 December 2005, 08:59 AM	#1
tpearman "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: New Orleans, Louisiana USA Posts: 53	Question for JJ Ok, I've been trying for a while to find a question re: Rolexes that JJ couldn't answer, and I think maybe I've found one. While perusing the new Panerai catalog they sent me, I noticed that they specify for each watch how thick the corundum is (anywhere from 2.0mm to 3.5mm). So, my question for JJ is this, how thick is the sapphire crystal on Rolexes? Also, does it vary model to model? Good luck, Kiwi.

2 December 2005, 06:22 PM	#5
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,946	That ones to easy for our JJ. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

3 December 2005, 01:23 AM	#7
tpearman "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: New Orleans, Louisiana USA Posts: 53	I Did It! JJ doesn't know the answer...how about that?? I can just see him at work right now, scouring the internet, looking for facts, calling Mansors, desperate to answer my question...

3 December 2005, 09:11 PM	#11
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,946	Stronger case (1mm thicker case back) and SD crystal (1mm thicker) than Sub. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

2 December 2005, 05:19 PM	#3
Mr. K "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Seattle-ish Posts: 6,073	This sounds like fun. I want to give it a shot too. We can call this game, "Try to stump JJ." Although it may not be easy. Question: you need a special tool to remove the caseback of a Rolex. How many of those little grooves (teeth, indentations) are on the Rolex caseback?

3 December 2005, 04:22 AM	#9
s7horton "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Seth Location: Grand Rapids, MI Watch: 16613LB, 126610….. Posts: 995	The Sea Dweller crystal is exactly 2mm thicker than the submariner line.

3 December 2005, 09:24 PM	#12
s7horton "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Seth Location: Grand Rapids, MI Watch: 16613LB, 126610….. Posts: 995	I'm pretty sure the crystal is 2mm thicker, not 1mm thicker.

4 December 2005, 08:31 AM	#15
s7horton "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Seth Location: Grand Rapids, MI Watch: 16613LB, 126610….. Posts: 995	Well, that may be the case. However, if the crystal is 2mm thicker, it could be inset into the case deeper and not even show a height difference.

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