Best Rolex for Scuba

[SubGunner]

There are two DSSDs in this pic, the standard DSSD on Cameron, and the prototype model strapped to the arm of that submersible. Both traveled down the deepest ocean on this planet. This should be the standard answer for "which watch for diving" threads

[wantonebad]

Well based on this, wouldn't you say it's overkill for scuba?

[SubGunner]

Originally Posted by wantonebad

Well based on this, wouldn't you say it's overkill for scuba?

Overkill for scuba diving? Not a chance. Overkill is an appropriate word for the DSSD owners that are just showering and desk diving. More of an important question, why would you NOT want a tool watch with a dive suit extension?

[wantonebad]

Originally Posted by SubGunner

Overkill for scuba diving? Not a chance. Overkill is an appropriate word for the DSSD owners that are just showering and desk diving. More of an important question, why would you NOT want a tool watch with a dive suit extension?

I have one, a submariner

[SubGunner]

Originally Posted by wantonebad

I have one, a submariner

Sorry, I meant current production model. I guess that would only mean the SDc and DSSD.

[T. Ferguson]

Originally Posted by SubGunner

There are two DSSDs in this pic, the standard DSSD on Cameron, and the prototype model strapped to the arm of that submersible. Both traveled down the deepest ocean on this planet. This should be the standard answer for "which watch for diving" threads

Not sure if technically the Deep Sea Challenge is a DSSD or an SD. It says SD on the dial. But in any event either would be overkill for the OP as he said he will be going nowhere near 330m.

FTR, not saying there is anything wrong with overkill. I'm all in favor of it actually!

[SubGunner]

Originally Posted by T. Ferguson

FTR, not saying there is anything wrong with overkill. I'm all in favor of it actually!

I'm a fan of overkill too. I am one of the professional desk divers I speak of

[phils]

I dove for years with my good old Rolex Submariner. Went on every dive with me including under the ice.

[Xasroma]

thanks for the insight and jokes!
So based on the thread if I get a GMTII it will not be ideal based on possibility of flooding. Hence for my needs it is a matter of taste and wrist size when comparing Sub vs Deep and SD on SS with ala carte Wristbands. Leaning towards the green sub. Will need to check them out in person after the research.
If they could only have a depth gauge! "sigh"
Panerai and JC have them but I would not be comfortable diving with them based on the price. I love the design of Rolex.
Thanks again.

[T. Ferguson]

Originally Posted by Xasroma

thanks for the insight and jokes!
So based on the thread if I get a GMTII it will not be ideal based on possibility of flooding. Hence for my needs it is a matter of taste and wrist size when comparing Sub vs Deep and SD on SS with ala carte Wristbands. Leaning towards the green sub. Will need to check them out in person after the research.
If they could only have a depth gauge! "sigh"
Panerai and JC have them but I would not be comfortable diving with them based on the price. I love the design of Rolex.
Thanks again.

Whoa. The GMT will have no problem with the depths you were talking about in your original post. It is rated to twice that so WR is not an issue. But if you plan on this being a back up to a dive computer then you are better off with a diving bezel unless you plan on spanning time zones during your dives. But that would be swimming more than diving, right?

[Ector495]

If you don't go that deep try Seiko monster, Gshock, or Citizen. If you go for a Rolex you're getting so much more than a dive watch. It's a beautiful watch that will last you four life times. There is some great advice here and a lot of members that dive, I am not one. Do your research and pick what works for you. Can't go wrong with a sub though.

[Xasroma]

Originally Posted by T. Ferguson

Whoa. The GMT will have no problem with the depths you were talking about in your original post. It is rated to twice that so WR is not an issue. But if you plan on this being a back up to a dive computer then you are better off with a diving bezel unless you plan on spanning time zones during your dives. But that would be swimming more than diving, right?

This is a very important point; the watch is my backup for a dive computer; still would be nice rotating bezel; especially unidirectional.

[dysondiver]

suunto ,,,, simple dive computer will out perform a rolex all day every day.
then wear what you like on the surface ,,,,, unless you can attach a lanyard to a rolex in a secure way.

[Xasroma]

Originally Posted by Ector495

If you don't go that deep try Seiko monster, Gshock, or Citizen. If you go for a Rolex you're getting so much more than a dive watch. It's a beautiful watch that will last you four life times. There is some great advice here and a lot of members that dive, I am not one. Do your research and pick what works for you. Can't go wrong with a sub though.

I already own an Oris depth gauge with water resistance of 50 bar/500m; I pretty much want a Rolex I can use for diving plus everyday use; of course I would be diving with : dive computer+rolex+ dedicated depth gauge to cover the bases.

I noticed for safety stops that using a watch is better; easier to follow count ing seconds; with GUE stops go differently than other agencies- there is no safety stop at 15 ft for 5-7 min, GUE does 50% of max depth at 9m per min; once 50% of max depth is reached; then you ascend 3m in 30 seconds and wait another 30 seconds there (3m per minute) until you reach the surface.

[Xasroma]

Originally Posted by dysondiver

suunto ,,,, simple dive computer will out perform a rolex all day every day.
then wear what you like on the surface ,,,,, unless you can attach a lanyard to a rolex in a secure way.

I have an Oceanic OC1 computer and Liquivision Lynx as well. Pretty much I want specifically a Rolex I can dive with.

[dysondiver]

oh no the ratio deco thing ,,,, not here ,,, gui , switch the computer to gauge mode remove brain ,,,,,, dive safe.

[dysondiver]

Originally Posted by Xasroma

I have an Oceanic OC1 computer and Liquivision Lynx as well. Pretty much I want specifically a Rolex I can dive with.

hi , welcome to the site ,,,, so many choices , but its the loss and damage thing that would deter me more than the water resistance ,,, casio and seiko take a lot of beating

[Landshark33]

See my avatar pic: I have been diving, snorkeling, golfing, mountain climbing, and everything else in a SS Sub and it has always held up fine.

[ArcticMoose]

Pretty much any Rolex will do.

[GradyPhilpott]

Originally Posted by SubGunner

There are two DSSDs in this pic, the standard DSSD on Cameron, and the prototype model strapped to the arm of that submersible. Both traveled down the deepest ocean on this planet. This should be the standard answer for "which watch for diving" threads

The DSSD on Cameron's arm didn't venture out of the submersible, so I don't think that really counts as going to the bottom of the Mariana Trench.

If the DSSD could have pulled that off, there would have been no need to develop the Deep Sea Challenge.

[tkerrmd]

Really any Rolex will work!!

I prefer one of these....

[Xasroma]

Originally Posted by ArcticMoose

Pretty much any Rolex will do.

Awesome pics! LOL! Now I know why the octopus is considered one of the most intelligent animals on the planet. I didn't understand that science journal that talked about their intelligence....Now its all clear! A picture says more than one thousand journals. LOL! :)

[Xasroma]

Originally Posted by tkerrmd

Really any Rolex will work!!

I prefer one of these....

Nice trifecta !!

I will certainly have to go with one of those models as a diver. I like the bezel on GMT; but not a diving bezel. Now I need to do my researching regarding available colors. TRF dealers,etc. I understand there is green, blue and black that come in stainless steel?.
I would need stainless steel based on what I read on this thread.
I am certain I will scratch the bezel to oblivion; since diving with the watch every weekend. Replacing it every couple years with the service- what is the expense I would be looking at (approximately)? Bezel plus service. Thanks for the great info and laughs!

[ArcticMoose]

If you want steel your only choices are black or green.

You will not scratch a ceramic bezel. I've dragged mine five meters along a rock wall as a surge pushed me through a tunnel, not a mark on it.

[Imkman]

I use an Icon HD and a sub.

don't need anything more for diving, put the money you save over the sd or dssd towards something gold ;)

if you use more then 20% of what the watch is rated for i will be impressed. (i never have)

[Xasroma]

Originally Posted by ArcticMoose

If you want steel your only choices are black or green.

You will not scratch a ceramic bezel. I've dragged mine five meters along a rock wall as a surge pushed me through a tunnel, not a mark on it.

Thanks for info!!
Awesome pics on your photo bucket! Very impressed!
Do you dive here in Florida!?

[Xasroma]

Originally Posted by Imkman

I use an Icon HD and a sub.

don't need anything more for diving, put the money you save over the sd or dssd towards something gold ;)

if you use more then 20% of what the watch is rated for i will be impressed. (i never have)

Old school is nice! I agree on these watches the depth rating is overkill! Its more of liking the model.

[Xasroma]

Finally after reviewing the great forum and this thread... Time has passed....

and I finally made my decision: bought from Majors (AD) a new Rolex for scuba....a Green Sub 116610LV.

Had to go new....I want no issues since will be getting plenty of atmospheres of pressure. :)

Difficult decision with all the beautiful Rolex models and pics from the forum.

Couldn't wait and took the submariner to the submarine world where it belongs! :) pics to follow.


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[lsettle]

I know you are looking for a Rolex, but Tudors have a lot to offer~

Cheers,

Lawrence

[Xasroma]

Another pic:


Very happy with the decision. I Already bought the watch. (To the poster above with Tudor recommendation). I was replying to my original thread question updating on my purchase decision after all the awesome recommendations.

These are my first pics with it! :)


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