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indy78 · 13 February 2007, 06:36 AM

Just returned from the shooting range where I wore my brand new TT Submariner. This was its first test. Fired a 10mm pistol, a .40 cal pistol, and 12 guage shotgun with .00 buckshot, and finally a .223 cal rifle. The watch obviously absorbed the shock/recoil just fine. I have always wore my datejust to the range and it has held up as well. Do you wear your watch, or do you worry something will happen to it and baby it instead?

President · 13 February 2007, 06:46 AM

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Originally Posted by indy78

Just returned from the shooting range where I wore my brand new TT Submariner. This was its first test. Fired a 10mm pistol, a .40 cal pistol, and 12 guage shotgun with .00 buckshot, and finally a .223 cal rifle. The watch obviously absorbed the shock/recoil just fine. I have always wore my datejust to the range and it has held up as well. Do you wear your watch, or do you worry something will happen to it and baby it instead?

Both!

nko51 · 13 February 2007, 06:49 AM

I would not drive nails with the side of the watch case, but normal activity no problem.

sinbad · 13 February 2007, 06:51 AM

I baby it while wearing it. My watch and wedding band comes off when working on car or doing electrical work. More to do with my own safety than anything else. Though, my wedding band did save my fingers from crushing a couple of times while working in my warehouse.

Langnam · 13 February 2007, 07:03 AM

I take my TT Blue Sub to the range all the time. Just yesterday, I shot 3 rounds of skeet with nary a problem. I also reload the giant trap machines with the watch on even though I've got to reach in and around in many spots, risking major dings. If my wrist and hand can take it, so can my Rolex.
I don't bring the Glashutte Pilot's watch to the range as I feel the movement and 44mm case will just get banged around. It's not as tough as the Rolex, imo.

A. Jacobs · 13 February 2007, 09:01 AM

The first time I had the opportunity to shoot with my Sub on was last weekend when I took a class to get my concealed handgun liscense.
Although Rolexes are very rugged watches, I chose not to wear it while shooting in the range that day. I figured I'd rather be safe than sorry when it comes to something that expensive.

quinson418 · 13 February 2007, 09:24 AM

I wear my SD on a daily basis.
Will take it off when I do sports like soccer and basketball, apparently the refs don't like it, haha.

JJ Irani · 13 February 2007, 09:38 AM

My sheep give it a lickin'....and it still keeps on tickin'!!

A. Jacobs · 13 February 2007, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

My sheep give it a lickin'....and it still keeps on tickin'!!

I'm REALLY starting to believe this whole sheep thing, Tosser

JJ Irani · 13 February 2007, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by A. Jacobs

I'm REALLY starting to believe this whole sheep thing, Tosser

It would really make me very happy if more of these newbies began to see the humourous side of this forum and throw in some active participation.

JJ

watchdawg · 13 February 2007, 09:55 AM

Honestly, I never really thought about it. After well over 200 parachute jumps, static line and freefall. Only thing I did different was put it in my pocket during jumps after a hard landing knocked the 24 hr hand off by 2 hrs. Never thought it a problem on the range. Its a tool watch. Has had very irregular service and is still only +2 sec off.
Have had it for over 30 yrs.

A. Jacobs · 13 February 2007, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

It would really make me very happy if more of these newbies began to see the humourous side of this forum and throw in some active participation.

JJ

I'm glad you think I see the humourous side of your sheep addiction

indy78 · 13 February 2007, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by watchdawg

Honestly, I never really thought about it. After well over 200 parachute jumps, static line and freefall. Only thing I did different was put it in my pocket during jumps after a hard landing knocked the 24 hr hand off by 2 hrs. Never thought it a problem on the range. Its a tool watch. Has had very irregular service and is still only +2 sec off.
Have had it for over 30 yrs.

That must have been a very hard landing to knock off the 24hr hand!

JJ Irani · 13 February 2007, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by A. Jacobs

I'm glad you think I see the humourous side of your sheep addiction

I said humourous side of this forum, ya tosser!!

mike · 13 February 2007, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by indy78

Just returned from the shooting range where I wore my brand new TT Submariner. This was its first test. Fired a 10mm pistol, a .40 cal pistol, and 12 guage shotgun with .00 buckshot, and finally a .223 cal rifle. The watch obviously absorbed the shock/recoil just fine. I have always wore my datejust to the range and it has held up as well. Do you wear your watch, or do you worry something will happen to it and baby it instead?

I'm not suprised at all.

As a competive shooter and firearms instructor I've worn a Rolex for years shooting all kinds of weapons and never had a problem.
They've been through dryg raids, barricades, and all manner of nonsence. They only problem I ever had was a cracked crystal when a drug dealer and I were discussing the merits of him going to jail as we were falling down two flights of steps.
They are truly rugged watches.

A. Jacobs · 13 February 2007, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I said humourous side of this forum, ya tosser!!

Yeah, Yeah. You know what I meant.

What the hell is that new pic on your signature?

JJ Irani · 13 February 2007, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by A. Jacobs

Yeah, Yeah. You know what I meant.

What the hell is that new pic on your signature?

The answer to that is just around the corner!!

Click here...

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...551#post177551

A. Jacobs · 13 February 2007, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

The answer to that is just around the corner!!

Click here...

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...551#post177551

We'll continue this hijack later, tosser. I'm off to eat dinner with my parents.

Prince Tudor · 13 February 2007, 10:41 AM

[QUOTE=JJ Irani;177561]The answer to that is just around the corner!!

Click here...

Sorry, don't mean to hijack but JJ is that your new Rado?
I knew you would finally own one!

tonelar · 13 February 2007, 11:03 AM

My Sigs' "to hell and back" reliability could just as easily describe my rolex.

the SD has been to the range with me on many occasions. the only time i take a rolex off for shooting is when it's a CAS match and the rest of the competitors want a strict representation of the 1800s... well, I've also wrapped a bandana around it when I didn't feel right taking my watch off...

Alcan · 13 February 2007, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by mike

The only problem I ever had was a cracked crystal when a drug dealer and I were discussing the merits of him going to jail as we were falling down two flights of steps.
They are truly rugged watches.

Did you persuade him to see your point of view?

mikey · 13 February 2007, 11:08 AM

Tell you a story, I had a 5.0 GT Mustang. I had on my DD at the time. I was trying to tighten up the red battery terminal and got a shock!! I had my eyes open and then it went black. I guess I was shocked and stunned for a few seconds laying on top of the engine. I woke up and check my DD. It was fine. Rolex can handle a 12 volt shock!

watchdawg · 13 February 2007, 01:21 PM

Mikey your luck you didn't wake up with it welded shut on your wrist

astcell · 14 February 2007, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by watchdawg

Mikey your luck you didn't wake up with it welded shut on your wrist

He'd have a REAL "wrist"watch!

13 February 2007, 06:36 AM	#1
indy78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: 116233 Serti Posts: 204	Takes A Beating Just returned from the shooting range where I wore my brand new TT Submariner. This was its first test. Fired a 10mm pistol, a .40 cal pistol, and 12 guage shotgun with .00 buckshot, and finally a .223 cal rifle. The watch obviously absorbed the shock/recoil just fine. I have always wore my datejust to the range and it has held up as well. Do you wear your watch, or do you worry something will happen to it and baby it instead?

13 February 2007, 09:01 AM	#6
A. Jacobs "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Andrew Location: Ohio Watch: SS Sub Date 16610 Posts: 629	The first time I had the opportunity to shoot with my Sub on was last weekend when I took a class to get my concealed handgun liscense. Although Rolexes are very rugged watches, I chose not to wear it while shooting in the range that day. I figured I'd rather be safe than sorry when it comes to something that expensive. __________________ Rolex Submariner 16610 "Never underestimate the predictability of stupidity."

13 February 2007, 09:38 AM	#8
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	My sheep give it a lickin'....and it still keeps on tickin'!! __________________ 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!!

13 February 2007, 09:55 AM	#11
watchdawg "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Vic Location: Colorado/UAE Watch: GMT 1675 Posts: 494	Honestly, I never really thought about it. After well over 200 parachute jumps, static line and freefall. Only thing I did different was put it in my pocket during jumps after a hard landing knocked the 24 hr hand off by 2 hrs. Never thought it a problem on the range. Its a tool watch. Has had very irregular service and is still only +2 sec off. Have had it for over 30 yrs. Last edited by watchdawg; 13 February 2007 at 09:57 AM.. Reason: added more info.

13 February 2007, 11:03 AM	#20
tonelar "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Tony Location: san francisco Watch: Seadweller Posts: 1,368	My Sigs' "to hell and back" reliability could just as easily describe my rolex. the SD has been to the range with me on many occasions. the only time i take a rolex off for shooting is when it's a CAS match and the rest of the competitors want a strict representation of the 1800s... well, I've also wrapped a bandana around it when I didn't feel right taking my watch off... __________________ It's a rarity that something popular is actually right... Wear 'em with PRIDE, y'all.

13 February 2007, 06:49 AM	#3
nko51 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Alex Location: USA Watch: TT Blue Sub Posts: 2,542	I would not drive nails with the side of the watch case, but normal activity no problem.

13 February 2007, 06:51 AM	#4
sinbad "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Midwest U.S. Posts: 164	I baby it while wearing it. My watch and wedding band comes off when working on car or doing electrical work. More to do with my own safety than anything else. Though, my wedding band did save my fingers from crushing a couple of times while working in my warehouse.

13 February 2007, 07:03 AM	#5
Langnam "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: USA Posts: 971	I take my TT Blue Sub to the range all the time. Just yesterday, I shot 3 rounds of skeet with nary a problem. I also reload the giant trap machines with the watch on even though I've got to reach in and around in many spots, risking major dings. If my wrist and hand can take it, so can my Rolex. I don't bring the Glashutte Pilot's watch to the range as I feel the movement and 44mm case will just get banged around. It's not as tough as the Rolex, imo.

13 February 2007, 09:24 AM	#7
quinson418 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Washington, USA Watch: Rolex Sea-dweller Posts: 207	I wear my SD on a daily basis. Will take it off when I do sports like soccer and basketball, apparently the refs don't like it, haha.

13 February 2007, 10:41 AM	#19
Prince Tudor "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Lucas Location: Canada Watch: Rolex and Tudor Posts: 726	[QUOTE=JJ Irani;177561]The answer to that is just around the corner!! Click here... Sorry, don't mean to hijack but JJ is that your new Rado? I knew you would finally own one!

13 February 2007, 11:08 AM	#22
mikey "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: USA Watch: Oysterdate 6694 Posts: 2,713	Tell you a story, I had a 5.0 GT Mustang. I had on my DD at the time. I was trying to tighten up the red battery terminal and got a shock!! I had my eyes open and then it went black. I guess I was shocked and stunned for a few seconds laying on top of the engine. I woke up and check my DD. It was fine. Rolex can handle a 12 volt shock!

13 February 2007, 01:21 PM	#23
watchdawg "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Vic Location: Colorado/UAE Watch: GMT 1675 Posts: 494	Mikey your luck you didn't wake up with it welded shut on your wrist

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