Cleaning my new Oris- just how water proof?

[rkb]

Hello all- All of my current watches have a screw down crown, however my new Oris does not have this feature. On the case back it says water resistant to 5 bar. Based on this statement am I correct in assuming that a soft brush, running water and a little soap will be fine?

[Terry Newton]

I don't think I would take the risk on this at all. It can stand being in the rain is about all. Running water of any kind can get inside of the case. A damp rag is about all that you should be cleaning it with.

Terry Newton

[BigHat]

Originally Posted by Terry Newton

I don't think I would take the risk on this at all. It can stand being in the rain is about all. Running water of any kind can get inside of the case. A damp rag is about all that you should be cleaning it with.

Terry Newton

Agree, and you risk staining the strap doing anything more.

[rkb]

thanks guys, that's what I thought.

[Mosco]

I think you're safe with running water, as the gasket system in Oris is excellent (dual gaskets which eliminate the need for screw-down crown, unless you're diving). 50 meters is still 165 feet, so imho, you're safe. Matt is right though - take the strap off first. However, I would just recommend using a good polishing cloth and I think you'll be just fine!

[Terry Newton]

Here is a good article that explains the different depths in bar language:

http://www.hswalsh.com/waterproofwatches.aspx

This watch is more water resistant than I thought it would be.

Terry Newton

[Blimms]

Originally Posted by Mosco

I think you're safe with running water, as the gasket system in Oris is excellent (dual gaskets which eliminate the need for screw-down crown, unless you're diving). 50 meters is still 165 feet, so imho, you're safe. Matt is right though - take the strap off first. However, I would just recommend using a good polishing cloth and I think you'll be just fine!

I agree with Greg. To be safe ......... I use a product called Razzle Dazzle. I clean all my timepieces, jewelry and all the wife's jewelry with it. It works wonders and keeps everything shiny and new looking. It's safe for use on just about everything. They have a miracle cloth that is pretty good too.

www.rdazzle.com/

[beemreatr]

with micro fiber cloths a dime a dozen these days I find I am having to bath my watches less and less and just a good wipe down with a good cloth will do the trick. Of course with the band off you will be fine under running water.


I clean ALL my watches in the dishwasher on the pots and pan setting with jet dry and they come out great.


j/k of course

[beemreatr]

oh and very nice watch BTW. Very clean looking dial