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Old 26 October 2007, 06:35 PM   #1
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I dropped my watch on my bed , it seems to running fine . I was wondering , since a bed does not have any solid resistance it would be fine . Is this true ?
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Old 26 October 2007, 07:20 PM   #2
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What? Huh? Your watch is fine.
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Old 26 October 2007, 07:33 PM   #3
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I dropped my watch on my bed , it seems to running fine . I was wondering , since a bed does not have any solid resistance it would be fine . Is this true ?
I think your quite safe.
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Old 26 October 2007, 07:41 PM   #4
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im sure the case would be fine... but dunno about the movement
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Old 26 October 2007, 09:35 PM   #5
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Yeah, should be fine! The KIF shock resistance can take a lot, and dropping it on a wooden floor would be much worse

But keep and eye on its precision, and if it suddenly seems to deviate, have it checked.

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Old 26 October 2007, 09:39 PM   #6
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I dropped my watch on my bed , it seems to running fine . I was wondering , since a bed does not have any solid resistance it would be fine . Is this true ?
The only way to make sure its OK is to take the back off and check the movement. A feather could of sneaked in as it landed. Be very careful taking it off. A very small chisel is the best option
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Old 26 October 2007, 09:44 PM   #7
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I dropped my watch on my bed , it seems to running fine . I was wondering , since a bed does not have any solid resistance it would be fine . Is this true ?
Hey Alex.

Are you serious.

Unless you bed is made from rocks, I'm pretty sure you're fine.

It's a Rolex not a Folex. But, if you are still unsure, send it to me.


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Old 27 October 2007, 02:54 AM   #8
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Depends entirely on the quality of the bedding.

If you like 900 count sheets and down comforters, then a Rolex is up to the task.

If you prefer the harsh wool bedding, with a tight "military stretch", then you need to inspect your watch carefully for "blanket burns" or other potentially damaging abrasions....expecially on TT models.

Generally the hardness of most bedding is considerasbly less than other surfaces (as tested by standard Rockwell Hardness Measurements) so I don't think you need to worry about crystal cracks or case dents.

The movement shock system, as has been pointed out, should be able to withstand any drop from a normal height onto standard grade bedding.

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Old 27 October 2007, 03:42 AM   #9
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To hell with the watch....check the bed!!
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