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frostie · 1 October 2007, 01:05 AM

Do you guys think that moisture can harm a rolex?

nwg · 1 October 2007, 01:10 AM

I wouldn't think so. Make sure the crown is tightened properly so the seal is working as it should.

Letsgodiving · 1 October 2007, 01:10 AM

frostie · 1 October 2007, 01:12 AM

WOW great pic mike. Awesome stuff

frostie · 1 October 2007, 01:12 AM

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Originally Posted by nwg

I wouldn't think so. Make sure the crown is tightened properly so the seal is working as it should.

That's what i was thinking but what about the caseback? You can't tighten the caseback on you own. It's not like the crown.

Tools · 1 October 2007, 01:19 AM

Only if it gets on the inside....

frostie · 1 October 2007, 01:22 AM

That's the rolex cocktail

Letsgodiving · 1 October 2007, 01:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

Only if it gets on the inside....

I love that pic. One of the best I have seen and that is saying something on this forum.

Thanks Velitsko.

frostie · 1 October 2007, 01:24 AM

I love both the pic and the watch. Especially the watch cause it's the only tt watch that i really like

nwg · 1 October 2007, 01:42 AM

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Originally Posted by frostie

That's what i was thinking but what about the caseback? You can't tighten the caseback on you own. It's not like the crown.

As the watches are for diving, I would expect the watch to be waterproof all over.

I use to regular wear mine in the shower with no problems. I did think before it went into the RSC that the dial had water marks on it but it was worse. They were cracks and the dial had to be replaced. :(

Tools · 1 October 2007, 01:45 AM

I just hate it when water gets inside....

astcell · 1 October 2007, 01:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

Only if it gets on the inside....

So THAT'S why you order it shaken, not stirred!

CEG · 1 October 2007, 01:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

I just hate it when water gets inside....

frostie · 1 October 2007, 02:49 AM

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Originally Posted by nwg

As the watches are for diving, I would expect the watch to be waterproof all over.

I use to regular wear mine in the shower with no problems. I did think before it went into the RSC that the dial had water marks on it but it was worse. They were cracks and the dial had to be replaced. :(

Sorry to hear that. Most of the watchmakers that i have talked to they told me that you have to check the waterproofness of the watch once every year. The rubber gaskets at the back should be in perfection condition so that's why it is important to have the watch checked ever year

frostie · 1 October 2007, 02:49 AM

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Originally Posted by CEG

I gotta agree it's a nice pic

JJ Irani · 1 October 2007, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by frostie

Do you guys think that moisture can harm a rolex?

Your question is a bit ambigious, Frostie.

You mean if moisture just sits on the outside....of course not!!!

But if you mean if moisture did manage to penetrate the inside of the watch, then you're looking at a full service.

I've said this before....water and steel aren't exactly the best of friends!!

frostie · 1 October 2007, 02:59 AM

My question is is there a way for moisture to penetrate the watch?

JJ Irani · 1 October 2007, 03:02 AM

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Originally Posted by frostie

My question is is there a way for moisture to penetrate the watch?

No way.....not if the crown is fully screwed down and all the seals and gaskets intact.

JJ

frostie · 1 October 2007, 03:04 AM

Thanks for the info JJ

Tools · 1 October 2007, 03:10 AM

The two most likely ways are a poorly installed back case cover gasket (or a loose case cover). And through the stem seals---I guess that's really three.

Over time, the stem will tend to groove where the o-rings seal around the shaft. This combined with the rubber deterioration or imbrittlement leaves an easy path for dirt and water.

The Twinlock uses a single o-ring around the stem shaft and an o-ring gasket in the crown to seal.

A new Triplock uses 2 o-rings around the stem shaft, a third in the crown, and a 4th around the tube (the visible one).

All those have to fail before water gets in..

Antonio · 1 October 2007, 03:10 AM

Mine passed a few days the RSC and was closed, and opened and closed again with my request after I got it, in the RSC. But im scared and neither I wash my hands with the watch on the wrist

frostie · 1 October 2007, 03:14 AM

there is nothing to be scared off. It's guaranteed waterproof

Antonio · 1 October 2007, 03:34 AM

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Originally Posted by frostie

there is nothing to be scared off. It's guaranteed waterproof

And is a bit of water gets inside the crown? or the back? or in the crystal? or there is condensation after taking a shower with it?

frostie · 1 October 2007, 03:35 AM

Antonio · 1 October 2007, 03:37 AM

No, seriously, im scared in putting it near humidity also :s What is my super datejust gets damaged, the crown, caseback, crystal, inside :s :( Anybody anytime in his life had a problem with a Rolex and water inside?

Antonio

PS: I ask this because I took a bath in a swimming pool with my Traser Classic Automatic Pro, and after that, all the time I go from a hot to a cold enviroment, there was condensation in the dial :(

frostie · 1 October 2007, 03:39 AM

Your watch cannot get damaged so easily it is a rolex. Relax and enjoy your watch

chris_nor_cal · 1 October 2007, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Antonio

No, seriously, im scared in putting it near humidity also :s What is my super datejust gets damaged, the crown, caseback, crystal, inside :s :( Anybody anytime in his life had a problem with a Rolex and water inside?

Antonio

PS: I ask this because I took a bath in a swimming pool with my Traser Classic Automatic Pro, and after that, all the time I go from a hot to a cold enviroment, there was condensation in the dial :(

you need to get a grip. i took my submariner to 100 feet off the coast of hawaii 2 months ago. oyster means oyster

SSD · 1 October 2007, 08:43 AM

Mine's been to the pool, the ocean, parasailing and hot tubbing. NO problems my friend, you're all set Antonio!

mike · 1 October 2007, 09:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Antonio

No, seriously, im scared in putting it near humidity also :s What is my super datejust gets damaged, the crown, caseback, crystal, inside :s :( Anybody anytime in his life had a problem with a Rolex and water inside?

Antonio

PS: I ask this because I took a bath in a swimming pool with my Traser Classic Automatic Pro, and after that, all the time I go from a hot to a cold enviroment, there was condensation in the dial :(

As long as the watch is in good order you'll be fine.

Mine have been underwater, in snow, rain, mud,...and a sewer (don't ask). Where people get into trouble is not servicing the watch.

JJ Irani · 1 October 2007, 09:26 AM

Whoa! Whoa!! Guys, guys....

We are talking about a damn solid watch that has been subjected to several tons of pressure on land....and is, therefore, capable of sustaining the same amount of pressure underwater.

So what's all this BS talk about a Rolex being merely moisture proof.

You can hurl anything at a Rolex by way of depth ratings and I'm pretty sure it can take it all!!

Cheers - JJ

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JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Whoa! Whoa!! Guys, guys.... We are talking about a damn solid watch that has been subjected to several tons of pressure on land....and is, therefore, capable of sustaining the same amount of pressure underwater. So what's all this BS talk about a Rolex being merely moisture proof. You can hurl anything at a Rolex by way of depth ratings and I'm pretty sure it can take it all!! Cheers - JJ __________________ 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!!

1 October 2007, 01:10 AM	#2
nwg Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: UK Posts: 114	I wouldn't think so. Make sure the crown is tightened properly so the seal is working as it should.

1 October 2007, 01:12 AM	#4
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	WOW great pic mike. Awesome stuff

1 October 2007, 01:19 AM	#6
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,496	Only if it gets on the inside....

1 October 2007, 01:22 AM	#7
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	That's the rolex cocktail

1 October 2007, 01:24 AM	#9
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	I love both the pic and the watch. Especially the watch cause it's the only tt watch that i really like

1 October 2007, 01:45 AM	#11
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,496	I just hate it when water gets inside....

1 October 2007, 02:59 AM	#17
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	My question is is there a way for moisture to penetrate the watch?

1 October 2007, 03:04 AM	#19
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	Thanks for the info JJ

1 October 2007, 03:10 AM	#20
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,496	The two most likely ways are a poorly installed back case cover gasket (or a loose case cover). And through the stem seals---I guess that's really three. Over time, the stem will tend to groove where the o-rings seal around the shaft. This combined with the rubber deterioration or imbrittlement leaves an easy path for dirt and water. The Twinlock uses a single o-ring around the stem shaft and an o-ring gasket in the crown to seal. A new Triplock uses 2 o-rings around the stem shaft, a third in the crown, and a 4th around the tube (the visible one). All those have to fail before water gets in..

1 October 2007, 03:10 AM	#21
Antonio "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Antonio Location: Spain Watch: Rolex DJ 16030 Posts: 304	Mine passed a few days the RSC and was closed, and opened and closed again with my request after I got it, in the RSC. But im scared and neither I wash my hands with the watch on the wrist

1 October 2007, 03:14 AM	#22
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	there is nothing to be scared off. It's guaranteed waterproof

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1 October 2007, 03:37 AM	#25
Antonio "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Antonio Location: Spain Watch: Rolex DJ 16030 Posts: 304	No, seriously, im scared in putting it near humidity also :s What is my super datejust gets damaged, the crown, caseback, crystal, inside :s :( Anybody anytime in his life had a problem with a Rolex and water inside? Antonio PS: I ask this because I took a bath in a swimming pool with my Traser Classic Automatic Pro, and after that, all the time I go from a hot to a cold enviroment, there was condensation in the dial :(

1 October 2007, 03:39 AM	#26
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	Your watch cannot get damaged so easily it is a rolex. Relax and enjoy your watch

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