In a fashion-sense, shoes and watches are complementary parts of wardrobes that some can never have enough of. Shoe collecting — you might not know — is a big deal. “Sneakerheads,” as they’re called, track down the release date of every new sneaker, set an alarm and then attempt to be among the first in the online marketplace to get the new releases before they completely sell out.
After they’re purchased, a sneakerhead has to figure out just the correct outfit to pair the shoes with (if they’re going to be worn at all, as opposed to being saved and potentially resold on the lucrative secondary market). Rarely are these shoes, Nike, Air Jordan and Adidas brands, actually worn for strenuous activity on the basketball court. They certainly aren’t worn out in the mud or snow. And don’t you dare do anything that would make a crease in the shoe and leave a mark.
Those are just shoes.
Just as valuable, just as sought-after and just as expensive, Rolex and other high-end watch brands are the same collector’s items for people. Just like putting several hundred dollars on your feet as shoes, strapping one or several thousand dollars on your watch means there’s a probably a greater appreciation for the value the watch holds. Yet, watch collectors and wearers sometimes don’t always take the same safety approach when it comes to weather conditions as sneakerheads — especially when it pertains to wearing a watch in water.
Though a Rolex or other watch may come with a water resistance rating, water and Rolexes shouldn’t mix (but when they do, the Watch Doctor is here to help) unless they are, of course, a diver’s watch.
A quick shower or downpour shouldn’t be a death toll for a watch, but consistent exposure to water and moisture from showers, hot tubs or saltwater from the ocean is a recipe for a corroded watch and its movements. The moisture can also fog up the case, wear away paint from the hands and cause a number of other problems that affect the meticulous tick-tick-tick of a watch.
Never swim with your watch on!
I am probably going to get a lot of criticism for this statement : “Never wear your watch swimming or get it wet”. Most customers tell me that they bought their Rolex so that they never need to take it off. This is basically correct, but every week, especially during the summer, I get at least 1 phone call from a panicked Rolex customer that has a wet watch after a brief swim or shower. I tell them that they need to get the watch serviced quickly to make sure that the watch does not rust. Keep in mind that fresh water is bad, but salt water is deadly to a watch movement. If your watch fails to stay watertight in the ocean and you get salt water inside, it could be ruined in about 24 hours.
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FAQs
If your watch is not marked as water-resistant, never get it wet under any circ*mstances. If your watch is rated to 50 meters/5bar or less, it should only be subject to accidental splash; hand washing, dishes, etc. Never submerge it intentionally.
Should you wear your watch in the shower? ›
It is strongly advisable not to shower with your watch on. Shampoo, soaps and other liquids are highly corrosive to a watch's delicate components and will wear it out much sooner. If you accidentally expose your watch to soap, you should rinse it off with fresh water and dry it as quickly as possible.
Can doctors wear wrist watches? ›
Trusts are about to implement a “bare below the elbows” dress code policy for doctors. This includes the banishing of wristwatches from “clinical areas.”1 2 There is no evidence that wristwatches are carriers of infection. It has been proposed, but not shown, that watches may impair handwashing.
Can you shower with a 200 meter watch? ›
However, “DIVER'S WATCH 200M” casing models permit underwater button operation. After submersion in seawater, use plain water to rinse all salt and dirt from the watch. Even if a watch is water-resistant, avoid wearing it in the bath or in area where detergents (soap, shampoo, etc.)
Can water damage a watch? ›
While watches have been getting more durable and water resistant over the time, water damage is still a problem with watches that is seen often. Don't underestimate water damage, because the slightest of water could ruin your entire movement.
Should I wear a watch while swimming? ›
Wearing a watch can lead to technique asymmetry. One hand does something slightly different than the other. It may impact your feel for the water, hand entry and catch. We see a lot of swimmers touching their watches at turns leading to a more pronounced entry over the middle line.
What type of watch do doctors wear? ›
In order to meet the high demands of professionals, the Doplr “Pulse-Watch” is both disinfectable and waterproof up to 100m. The 40mm diameter case (excluding crown) makes it compatible with the majority of wrists, for both men and women.
Can I wear a watch in surgery? ›
On the other hand, wristwatches cannot be worn during laparoscopic surgery or laparotomy, where the surgeon needs to enter an aseptic field.
Can doctors wear bracelets? ›
No watches or jewelry may be worn, the only exceptions are: plain band ring with no stones. prescribed medical alert bracelets (solid)
How to tell if a watch is waterproof? ›
Finding Out How Water Resistant Your Watch Is
You can see the water resistance rating of your watch by taking a look at the dial or case back. If your watch does not say water resistant, it is not. Take it off before washing your hands, and don't wear it out in a rainstorm.
What makes a watch water-resistant? There are several features that make a watch water-resistant. The most important is the gaskets, or “0-rings” – usually made of rubber, nylon or Teflon, which form watertight seals at the joints where the crystal, case back, and crown meet the watch case.
Is a 10 minute shower fine? ›
Most dermatologists say that your shower should last between five and 10 minutes to cleanse and hydrate your skin, but no longer than 15 minutes to avoid drying it out. You can still benefit from the shower length you prefer, whether long and luxurious, quick and efficient or somewhere in the middle.
Can I wear my I watch while swimming? ›
From laps in a pool to a freestyle across open water, your Apple Watch Series 2 or later is ready for a swim with you.
Which watches can you swim with? ›
Amazfit T-Rex 2
Amazfit has an extensive collection of smartwatches but the T-Rex 2 is the one that's impressed me the most in the water. It offers pool and open-water swimming modes, and tracks stroke type, average pace, laps, calories burned and your SWOLF score.
Can you wear a Rolex in the water? ›
Water is the natural element for a Rolex with a metal bracelet, including the salt-water of the sea and ocean. All Rolex wristwatches are waterproof to depths of at least 100 metres for Oyster Perpetual models, and 50 metres for the Perpetual 1908 models.
Can you take your watch in the pool? ›
I feel comfortable swimming (pool or beach) with a 100 meter water resistant watch with a metal or rubber strap. I recommend: -water resistance of 100m need to be pressure tested and have theirgauges changed, every 2–3 yrs. this depends on use in water.
