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rad87gn · 15 July 2010, 05:20 PM

I hear everyone that everyone wishes and thinks the Speedmaster Pro fails when it comes to water.

Post your water failed Speedmaster here. I don't think it exists in a large scale.

My Speedmaster has never ever failed at water resistence. Pools, swiming, diving, and whatever.

I believe the Speedmaster is underated in being waterproof. NASA asks a lot and will not give less than perfection.

The BS stops now. Who's Speedmaster has not proven to be waterproof? 30M, 50M I don't care. It does and has not leaked unless it hasn't been serviced since 1969.

rad87gn · 15 July 2010, 05:29 PM

I've seen people who think they are engineers to calculate the pressure from a shower to moving your arm in water and I want to see how many Speedmaster Pros have leaked in real life time. I think less than 1%. If you haven't serviced it since 1969 I understand why it leaked. If it was serviced right I want to see what hasn't performed. I bet less than 1%. I will take a high pressure shower now with my Speedmaster and I bet it will not leak.

rad87gn · 15 July 2010, 05:38 PM

I've been a computer engineer since 12. I put my shower on the highest setting and my Speedmaster Pro is still not flooded. Your calculations are wrong. I firmly believe even though rated at 50m for a modern Speedmaster that the water resistence is way higher than that. NASA is not retarted. You can absolutely get a Speedmaster wet with no fear if the seals are up to date.

rad87gn · 15 July 2010, 05:43 PM

The BS stops here. I here a lot of not wanting it to get wet with a lot of no proof it leaks. The Speedmaster Pro does not leak. Only if you did not maintain it will it leak.

Alcan · 15 July 2010, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by rad87gn

Your calculations are wrong.

?????

jmsrolls · 15 July 2010, 09:51 PM

My 45-year old Speedy Pro has never been water damaged although I do not swim with it.

Fr. John†

Andad · 15 July 2010, 10:19 PM

You ok Chad?

chriseskew24 · 16 July 2010, 03:29 AM

Here here

lordcon · 16 July 2010, 03:36 AM

Did this dude just have an argument with himself?

Ed Rooney · 16 July 2010, 04:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rad87gn

I hear everyone that everyone wishes and thinks the Speedmaster Pro fails when it comes to water.

whut?

Anhe · 16 July 2010, 04:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lordcon

did this dude just have an argument with himself?

+1

JJ Irani · 16 July 2010, 04:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Ed Rooney

whut?

JJ Irani · 16 July 2010, 04:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lordcon

Did this dude just have an argument with himself?

mike · 16 July 2010, 04:08 AM

Chad,...buddy...step away from the mirror.

Rolex Freak · 16 July 2010, 04:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rad87gn

The BS stops here. I here a lot of not wanting it to get wet with a lot of no proof it leaks. The Speedmaster Pro does not leak. Only if you did not maintain it will it leak.

Chad buddy, who the hell are you arguing with??? Please explain???

Rolex Freak · 16 July 2010, 04:50 AM

You have us all confused...

beerformeplz · 16 July 2010, 05:19 AM

Wow, never heard of the issue.

B. Doggy · 16 July 2010, 11:48 AM

This is an interesting thread...Hmmmm

wisguy · 16 July 2010, 01:30 PM

Funniest thread ever!!

Chad had me scratching my head so hard while reading the first 4 posts that it hurts now..

inspires · 16 July 2010, 01:42 PM

Did you just start a debate with yourself?

xjeeunitx · 16 July 2010, 08:37 PM

One passionate fellow...

Rogue884 · 17 July 2010, 04:12 PM

I'm kinda of new here, is this the savant side coming out...

swatty · 17 July 2010, 04:53 PM

I hope we don't find a Speedy that leaks, Chad will freak

Andad · 17 July 2010, 05:01 PM

Not much water on the moon Peter.

Alexus · 17 July 2010, 08:03 PM

Best Topic ever! thanks (btw: my Speedy is waterproof... I guess) :)

Mahkota · 17 July 2010, 11:57 PM

Hmm i think Chad is not really convince that speedy is a water resistant watch. I suppose its not a Seamaster but u can test its water resistance easily by using a jet wash high pressure rinse for when your are washing your car. Its like killing two birds w one stone. Clean car and clean speedy pro. Once uve done this, u wont let your 'other' self doubt its water resistance ever again.

TARDIS · 18 July 2010, 02:45 PM

Please enllghten me here.

What is the BAR rating for a Speedmaster with the acrylic glass? I would guess 5 is enough to swish it around under a tap for a clean once in a while?

Anyway I would've thought anyone with a Speedmaster which is/was built and designed for aeronautics and space would take it off before ablutions and think twice before swimming or snorkeling with it on their wrist. Wearing it in a hot shower? Nearly as incomprehensible as a guy I read who put his Submariner in his dishwasher.

I would love to own a Speedy BTW, a fantastic piece of history, but it would only be worn on special occasions, certainly not in an aqua environment.

holtz · 19 July 2010, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by inspires

Did you just start a debate with yourself?

Can't be a mass-debate,solo argument!!

Mahkota · 19 July 2010, 07:02 PM

not really solo when u think about it. Physically is solo but not inside.

Mockingbird · 20 July 2010, 01:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rad87gn

I've been a computer engineer since 12. I put my shower on the highest setting and my Speedmaster Pro is still not flooded. Your calculations are wrong. I firmly believe even though rated at 50m for a modern Speedmaster that the water resistence is way higher than that. NASA is not retarted. You can absolutely get a Speedmaster wet with no fear if the seals are up to date.

I still don't get it...

15 July 2010, 05:20 PM	#1
rad87gn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chad Location: Des Moines, Iowa Watch: Rolex, PAM, Omega Posts: 1,607	The Speedmasters that have failed the water test. I hear everyone that everyone wishes and thinks the Speedmaster Pro fails when it comes to water. Post your water failed Speedmaster here. I don't think it exists in a large scale. My Speedmaster has never ever failed at water resistence. Pools, swiming, diving, and whatever. I believe the Speedmaster is underated in being waterproof. NASA asks a lot and will not give less than perfection. The BS stops now. Who's Speedmaster has not proven to be waterproof? 30M, 50M I don't care. It does and has not leaked unless it hasn't been serviced since 1969. __________________ Rolex P-Series SS GMT II Black, Rolex Y-Series Sea-Dweller, Rolex F-Series TT Blue Sub, Rolex F-Series Sub LV, Rolex D-Series Ladies SS/WG DJ for wife, Panerai K-Series PAM 112, Omega Speedmaster Pro 3570.50, Omega Seamaster 300M Chrono 2594.52

15 July 2010, 05:29 PM	#2
rad87gn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chad Location: Des Moines, Iowa Watch: Rolex, PAM, Omega Posts: 1,607	I've seen people who think they are engineers to calculate the pressure from a shower to moving your arm in water and I want to see how many Speedmaster Pros have leaked in real life time. I think less than 1%. If you haven't serviced it since 1969 I understand why it leaked. If it was serviced right I want to see what hasn't performed. I bet less than 1%. I will take a high pressure shower now with my Speedmaster and I bet it will not leak. __________________ Rolex P-Series SS GMT II Black, Rolex Y-Series Sea-Dweller, Rolex F-Series TT Blue Sub, Rolex F-Series Sub LV, Rolex D-Series Ladies SS/WG DJ for wife, Panerai K-Series PAM 112, Omega Speedmaster Pro 3570.50, Omega Seamaster 300M Chrono 2594.52

15 July 2010, 05:38 PM	#3
rad87gn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chad Location: Des Moines, Iowa Watch: Rolex, PAM, Omega Posts: 1,607	I've been a computer engineer since 12. I put my shower on the highest setting and my Speedmaster Pro is still not flooded. Your calculations are wrong. I firmly believe even though rated at 50m for a modern Speedmaster that the water resistence is way higher than that. NASA is not retarted. You can absolutely get a Speedmaster wet with no fear if the seals are up to date. __________________ Rolex P-Series SS GMT II Black, Rolex Y-Series Sea-Dweller, Rolex F-Series TT Blue Sub, Rolex F-Series Sub LV, Rolex D-Series Ladies SS/WG DJ for wife, Panerai K-Series PAM 112, Omega Speedmaster Pro 3570.50, Omega Seamaster 300M Chrono 2594.52

15 July 2010, 05:43 PM	#4
rad87gn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chad Location: Des Moines, Iowa Watch: Rolex, PAM, Omega Posts: 1,607	The BS stops here. I here a lot of not wanting it to get wet with a lot of no proof it leaks. The Speedmaster Pro does not leak. Only if you did not maintain it will it leak. __________________ Rolex P-Series SS GMT II Black, Rolex Y-Series Sea-Dweller, Rolex F-Series TT Blue Sub, Rolex F-Series Sub LV, Rolex D-Series Ladies SS/WG DJ for wife, Panerai K-Series PAM 112, Omega Speedmaster Pro 3570.50, Omega Seamaster 300M Chrono 2594.52

15 July 2010, 10:19 PM	#7
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,502	You ok Chad? __________________ E

15 July 2010, 09:51 PM	#6
jmsrolls Banned Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Posts: 3,185	My 45-year old Speedy Pro has never been water damaged although I do not swim with it. Fr. John†

16 July 2010, 03:29 AM	#8
chriseskew24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Christopher Location: fort lauderdale Watch: Bunches Posts: 1,860	Here here

16 July 2010, 03:36 AM	#9
lordcon "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Jason Location: MD, USA Watch: 16600 SD_Z serial Posts: 309	Did this dude just have an argument with himself?

16 July 2010, 04:08 AM	#14
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Chad,...buddy...step away from the mirror.

16 July 2010, 04:50 AM	#16
Rolex Freak "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Sandro Location: Canada Watch: Rolex/GS Posts: 4,412	You have us all confused...

16 July 2010, 05:19 AM	#17
beerformeplz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Pat Location: chesapeake Watch: seadweller Posts: 764	Wow, never heard of the issue.

16 July 2010, 11:48 AM	#18
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	This is an interesting thread...Hmmmm __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

16 July 2010, 01:30 PM	#19
wisguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Earth Posts: 2,406	Funniest thread ever!! Chad had me scratching my head so hard while reading the first 4 posts that it hurts now.. __________________ 5230G / 5146G / 124060 / BB58 / '59 Constellation

16 July 2010, 01:42 PM	#20
inspires "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Hong Kong Watch: 1665 Posts: 1,495	Did you just start a debate with yourself? __________________ _____________ All GREEN

16 July 2010, 08:37 PM	#21
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17 July 2010, 04:12 PM	#22
Rogue884 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Christopher Location: Texas Watch: 216570 & 116660 Posts: 587	I'm kinda of new here, is this the savant side coming out... __________________ "The probability of anyone watching you do something is in direct proportion to the stupidity of what you are doing" - Warren Miller

17 July 2010, 04:53 PM	#23
swatty 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: Sydney Watch: The Game Posts: 17,415	I hope we don't find a Speedy that leaks, Chad will freak

17 July 2010, 05:01 PM	#24
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,502	Not much water on the moon Peter. __________________ E

17 July 2010, 08:03 PM	#25
Alexus "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Alex Location: Switzerland Watch: SD/PAM74/ExII/SRSD Posts: 393	Best Topic ever! thanks (btw: my Speedy is waterproof... I guess) :) __________________ The young do not know enough to be prudent, and therefore they attempt the impossible, and achieve it, generation after generation. Pearl.S.Buck

17 July 2010, 11:57 PM	#26
Mahkota Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Aus Posts: 39	Hmm i think Chad is not really convince that speedy is a water resistant watch. I suppose its not a Seamaster but u can test its water resistance easily by using a jet wash high pressure rinse for when your are washing your car. Its like killing two birds w one stone. Clean car and clean speedy pro. Once uve done this, u wont let your 'other' self doubt its water resistance ever again.

18 July 2010, 02:45 PM	#27
TARDIS "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Queensland, AUST Posts: 2,003	Please enllghten me here. What is the BAR rating for a Speedmaster with the acrylic glass? I would guess 5 is enough to swish it around under a tap for a clean once in a while? Anyway I would've thought anyone with a Speedmaster which is/was built and designed for aeronautics and space would take it off before ablutions and think twice before swimming or snorkeling with it on their wrist. Wearing it in a hot shower? Nearly as incomprehensible as a guy I read who put his Submariner in his dishwasher. I would love to own a Speedy BTW, a fantastic piece of history, but it would only be worn on special occasions, certainly not in an aqua environment. Last edited by TARDIS; 18 July 2010 at 02:53 PM.. Reason: My reason

19 July 2010, 07:02 PM	#29
Mahkota Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Aus Posts: 39	not really solo when u think about it. Physically is solo but not inside.

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