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Nick Hacko · 1 October 2007, 09:45 AM

Can moisture harm Rolex watch? No, it can not. Never!

Moisture can only harm Tudor watches because they are of lesser quality, as shown below. This is why Tudor watches are now sold exclusively to Tuareg nomads in Sahara desert.

JJ Irani · 1 October 2007, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Nick Hacko

Can moisture harm Rolex watch? No, it can not. Never!

Moisture can only harm Tudor watches because they are of lesser quality, as shown below. This is why Tudor watches are now sold exclusively to Tuareg nomads in Sahara desert.

I thought Tudor applied the same Quality Control as Rolex....being a sister concern.

After all, Tudor is a very reputable brand and I'm pretty sure that the steel and seals they use would be of a very high standard.

JJ

Destroy · 1 October 2007, 09:59 AM

So long as your watch gets pressure tested every 18 months or so, it's all good. And that's only if you go diving etc. Day to day wear/rain/sweat is ok - pressure test every 2 or even 3 years is acceptable.

Destroy · 1 October 2007, 10:01 AM

"Tuareg nomads in the Sahara desert"

You're too funny Nick! Welcome back!

Alcan · 1 October 2007, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Nick Hacko

This is why Tudor watches are now sold exclusively to Tuareg nomads in Sahara desert.

Hey Nick, do you mean these guys?

SSD · 1 October 2007, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Alcan

Hey Nick, do you mean these guys?

How many nomads does it take to hijack a thread???

Welcome back Nick!

Alcan · 1 October 2007, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by SSD

How many nomads does it take to hijack a thread???

About 70 or so, from the looks of it. Best to ask J.J., they're his buses!

Andad · 1 October 2007, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Nick Hacko

Can moisture harm Rolex watch? No, it can not. Never!

Moisture can only harm Tudor watches because they are of lesser quality, as shown below. This is why Tudor watches are now sold exclusively to Tuareg nomads in Sahara desert.

Hi Nick,

I see can see the funny side of that.

And my first thought is:-
Hmm, Tudor watches are not waterproof and are of lesser quality.

I'm sure all the Tudor owners will thank you for that Nick.

If Rolex seals failed it would look exactly like that (but would probably be more expensive to repair if it was repairable) so why pick on Tudor . Show me a Rolex (or ANY watch) whose seals have failed under the same circumstances and it would look the same.

Maintenance is the key issue Frostie and I agree with JJ's points regarding Rolex and water.

Tools · 1 October 2007, 10:50 AM

I think Nicks point is that any watch can fail to keep out water...given the right circumstances and set of conditions..

And he's right on the money..

Destroy · 1 October 2007, 12:34 PM

I think Nick was kidding. The Tuareg nomads gave it away

And as it IS a rolex forum, aren't we allowed, NAY, SUPPOSED to pick on our poorer cousins???

Nick Hacko · 1 October 2007, 01:14 PM

I was kidding of course. I love Tudor watches, especially
vintage Subs.

But here is an example of what could happen to any watch (as correctly pointed by
previous posters) :

during recent scuba diving expedition, it's owner
open the helium valve (?) and water was sucked in.

Back to original question - can the moister harm the watch? Yes, but owner's stupidity can greatly speed up the process.

Destroy · 1 October 2007, 01:31 PM

Woah!!! so what possessed the owner to open the valve at depth? Was he narc'd??

And by your standards Nick, is that watch repairable???

frostie · 1 October 2007, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Alcan

Hey Nick, do you mean these guys?

Lisa · 1 October 2007, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Tools

Only if it gets on the inside....

gorgeous photo. Rolex spy, how's about this pic for your next print ad?

frostie · 1 October 2007, 01:40 PM

The rolex cocktail

Nick Hacko · 1 October 2007, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Destroy

Woah!!! so what possessed the owner to open the valve at depth? Was he narc'd??

And by your standards Nick, is that watch repairable???

Oh, absolutely. And here is the amazing bit: due to fact that entire movement was full of water AND air-tight, corrosion was only on surface, so I managed to clean all parts, including original dial and hands! Here credit goes to Omega: the dial and hands are covered with coat of lacquer which made cleaning not only possible by quite enjoyable. I don;t know of any other dial by any other maker that would survive such sever salt water exposure. Here is the after-repair photo- once again no new spares
were used in this restoration. Even the luminous material survived so it glows like Christmas tree!

frostie · 1 October 2007, 02:05 PM

That omega was in really bad condition because of the water but it seems that you saved the day nick. Great work

BiG JeEzY · 1 October 2007, 02:18 PM

Yes, the Omega looks like in great condition after it was serviced. Looks like the water incident never happened at all.

Just goes to show that owners should never operate the winding crowns and escapement valves of their watches whenever it is underwater.

mikey · 1 October 2007, 02:28 PM

A Rolex does not even know when it gets wet IMHO

Destroy · 1 October 2007, 05:19 PM

Hmmm....well Rolex's HEV is auto, unlike this example from Omega which appears to be manually operated. Perhaps the user incorrectly thought that you needed to open it under water. Poor guy - but at least it came back up as new! Some kudos has to go to Omega/Nick for that!

f16570 · 1 October 2007, 07:36 PM

MOISTURE
Weekend away at the Graigendarroch.
Swimming Pool followed by jacuzzi, sauna and then the steam roof, only affect on the good old Exp II was the chlorine removed alot of the grime and it was sparkling like new.

f

Downing · 2 October 2007, 04:19 AM

I don't worry about moisture, I worry about air. So here's where I keep my Sea-Dweller when it's not on my wrist.

frostie · 2 October 2007, 04:21 AM

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Originally Posted by mikey

A Rolex does not even know when it gets wet IMHO

That's true

frostie · 2 October 2007, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Downing

I don't worry about moisture, I worry about air. So here's where I keep my Sea-Dweller when it's not on my wrist.

Nice pic

Letsgodiving · 2 October 2007, 04:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Downing

I don't worry about moisture, I worry about air. So here's where I keep my Sea-Dweller when it's not on my wrist.

frostie · 2 October 2007, 04:34 AM

Good one Mike the SD looks like it is been magnified

Jedi · 3 October 2007, 06:47 PM

maybe i'm just stupid, but is leaving an SD or Sub in a glass full of water to get rid of salt from seawater immersion or does it really help prevent tarnishing from atmospheric exposure??...

...duh...

syed · 4 October 2007, 09:00 AM

If rollies have moisture penetration problem do you think they can sell a million pieces a year? Just like car the seals need to be checked and serviced regularly as required.

Letsgodiving · 4 October 2007, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by JediSubExII

maybe i'm just stupid, but is leaving an SD or Sub in a glass full of water to get rid of salt from seawater immersion or does it really help prevent tarnishing from atmospheric exposure??...

...duh...

I think we were both just playing around with the camera, at least that is what I was doing and trying to make a little joke.

As far as getting rid of seawater residue a good soaking is not a bad idea.

Downing · 4 October 2007, 09:35 AM

Mike, I'm stunned. You mean you don't leave your SD in a glass of water when you're not wearing it? That's it. You're out of the club.

JediSubExII, we were just joking around. But I do soak it for a few minutes after it's been in the ocean, like last weekend. Otherwise, it's on my wrist pretty much 24/7.

1 October 2007, 10:01 AM	#34
Destroy Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: AJ Location: Australia Posts: 732	"Tuareg nomads in the Sahara desert" You're too funny Nick! Welcome back! Last edited by Destroy; 1 October 2007 at 10:04 AM.. Reason: correct quote

1 October 2007, 02:18 PM	#48
BiG JeEzY "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jerome Location: N. California Watch: GMT I/EXP II/DJ Posts: 3,351	Yes, the Omega looks like in great condition after it was serviced. Looks like the water incident never happened at all. Just goes to show that owners should never operate the winding crowns and escapement valves of their watches whenever it is underwater. __________________ -Rolex Explorer II Black dial 16570 (circa 2001) -Rolex GMT Master I Pepsi 1675 (circa 1978) -Rolex Datejust TT Champagne 16233 (circa 1991) -Vintage Longines Automatic La Grande Classique -Vintage Seiko 6138 Automatic Chronograph with "Kakume" Dial

2 October 2007, 04:19 AM	#52
Downing "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Downing Location: Portland, Oregon Watch: SD ExpII GO Nav ND Posts: 1,640	I don't worry about moisture, I worry about air. So here's where I keep my Sea-Dweller when it's not on my wrist. __________________ One if by land, one if by sea, one if by air and one uh, just to tell time. Rolex Explorer II White Rolex Sea-Dweller Glashütte Original Navigator Panerai 183 G Black Seal

4 October 2007, 09:35 AM	#60
Downing "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Downing Location: Portland, Oregon Watch: SD ExpII GO Nav ND Posts: 1,640	Mike, I'm stunned. You mean you don't leave your SD in a glass of water when you're not wearing it? That's it. You're out of the club. JediSubExII, we were just joking around. But I do soak it for a few minutes after it's been in the ocean, like last weekend. Otherwise, it's on my wrist pretty much 24/7. __________________ One if by land, one if by sea, one if by air and one uh, just to tell time. Rolex Explorer II White Rolex Sea-Dweller Glashütte Original Navigator Panerai 183 G Black Seal

1 October 2007, 09:45 AM	#31
Nick Hacko Banned Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: . Posts: 274	Can moisture harm Rolex watch? No, it can not. Never! Moisture can only harm Tudor watches because they are of lesser quality, as shown below. This is why Tudor watches are now sold exclusively to Tuareg nomads in Sahara desert.

1 October 2007, 09:59 AM	#33
Destroy Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: AJ Location: Australia Posts: 732	So long as your watch gets pressure tested every 18 months or so, it's all good. And that's only if you go diving etc. Day to day wear/rain/sweat is ok - pressure test every 2 or even 3 years is acceptable.

1 October 2007, 10:50 AM	#39
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,494	I think Nicks point is that any watch can fail to keep out water...given the right circumstances and set of conditions.. And he's right on the money..

1 October 2007, 12:34 PM	#40
Destroy Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: AJ Location: Australia Posts: 732	I think Nick was kidding. The Tuareg nomads gave it away And as it IS a rolex forum, aren't we allowed, NAY, SUPPOSED to pick on our poorer cousins???

1 October 2007, 01:14 PM	#41
Nick Hacko Banned Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: . Posts: 274	I was kidding of course. I love Tudor watches, especially vintage Subs. But here is an example of what could happen to any watch (as correctly pointed by previous posters) : during recent scuba diving expedition, it's owner open the helium valve (?) and water was sucked in. Back to original question - can the moister harm the watch? Yes, but owner's stupidity can greatly speed up the process.

1 October 2007, 01:31 PM	#42
Destroy Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: AJ Location: Australia Posts: 732	Woah!!! so what possessed the owner to open the valve at depth? Was he narc'd?? And by your standards Nick, is that watch repairable???

1 October 2007, 01:40 PM	#45
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	The rolex cocktail

1 October 2007, 02:05 PM	#47
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	That omega was in really bad condition because of the water but it seems that you saved the day nick. Great work

1 October 2007, 02:28 PM	#49
mikey "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: USA Watch: Oysterdate 6694 Posts: 2,713	A Rolex does not even know when it gets wet IMHO

1 October 2007, 05:19 PM	#50
Destroy Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: AJ Location: Australia Posts: 732	Hmmm....well Rolex's HEV is auto, unlike this example from Omega which appears to be manually operated. Perhaps the user incorrectly thought that you needed to open it under water. Poor guy - but at least it came back up as new! Some kudos has to go to Omega/Nick for that!

1 October 2007, 07:36 PM	#51
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	MOISTURE Weekend away at the Graigendarroch. Swimming Pool followed by jacuzzi, sauna and then the steam roof, only affect on the good old Exp II was the chlorine removed alot of the grime and it was sparkling like new. f

2 October 2007, 04:34 AM	#56
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	Good one Mike the SD looks like it is been magnified

3 October 2007, 06:47 PM	#57
Jedi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Lee Location: Malaysia Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,534	maybe i'm just stupid, but is leaving an SD or Sub in a glass full of water to get rid of salt from seawater immersion or does it really help prevent tarnishing from atmospheric exposure??... ...duh...

4 October 2007, 09:00 AM	#58
syed Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: malaysia Posts: 62	If rollies have moisture penetration problem do you think they can sell a million pieces a year? Just like car the seals need to be checked and serviced regularly as required.

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