tyrantblade 0 Posted August 21, 2011 (edited) I know chances are you need to have a rep waterproofed, and I don't go diving, but I was just wondering how water resistant reps can become once water proofed. Lol, that was a typo, meant to say diving. Edited August 21, 2011 by tyrantblade Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeanusMaximus 0 Posted August 21, 2011 Depends on quite a few variables to be honest, what watch were you thinking of ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pollux1 3 Posted August 21, 2011 If you choose a non chrono model, like a submariner, or Planet ocean etcetera, they most likely can be made waterproof, although quite a lot are out of the box so to speak. The problem with waterproofing reps comes from water ingress via the crystal, which quite possibly hasn't been seated properly, other than that it isn't too hard to waterproof any ( non chrono ) rep. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tyrantblade 0 Posted August 21, 2011 Depends on quite a few variables to be honest, what watch were you thinking of ? Like I said I don't go diving so I don't need a very water resistant rep, and its more an out of the curiosity question (though I do have a planet ocean rep coming) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeanusMaximus 0 Posted August 21, 2011 Perfect watch to waterproof then, I don't think the HE valves are an issue on them and I've seen plenty sealed nicely to 6atm, other potentials are the usual dssd or submariner, or maybe the breitling superocean heritage or abyss... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cynikal.Mindset 1 Posted August 21, 2011 I think I've had all mine to the bottom of the pool. The bentley 6.75 will not venture down there though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waipio Jeff 0 Posted August 21, 2011 Perfect watch to waterproof then, I don't think the HE valves are an issue on them and I've seen plenty sealed nicely to 6atm, other potentials are the usual dssd or submariner, or maybe the breitling superocean heritage or abyss... I have waterproof versions of all of these. In addition I have a PO Chrono, Pam 318, 193, and a Seawolf that are all swimable. To me nothing screams rep like having to take off a diving or tool watch before getting wet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
houndoggie 58 Posted August 21, 2011 Fwiw, I have swam with the Seawolf, the h factory 176m, and the Dsn 024a all straight out of the box...no testing, except trial by fire. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Charleston 0 Posted August 21, 2011 My GMT II C from Timeshop was waterproof, and my 50th Sub from Replicamake was very waterproof... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gtwc 1 Posted August 21, 2011 I know chances are you need to have a rep waterproofed, and I don't go driving, but I was just wondering how water resistant reps can become once water proofed. well if you`re only driving, any watch will do................................ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Comex 0 Posted August 21, 2011 DSSD, 2x Submariner, Seadweller (Comex), PO 45,5 mm and 42 mm, Seamaster Professional 300m diver (chrono). All of the above are waterproof well over 4 atm. Except the Seamaster (2 atm). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
collector26 0 Posted August 21, 2011 I sealed my 243 over a year ago when I 1st got it. Been to the beach and the pool numorous times without fail. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tyrantblade 0 Posted August 21, 2011 I know chances are you need to have a rep waterproofed, and I don't go driving, but I was just wondering how water resistant reps can become once water proofed. well if you`re only driving, any watch will do................................ Thanks for pointing out my typo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rober100 0 Posted August 22, 2011 If you choose a non chrono model, like a submariner, or Planet ocean etcetera, they most likely can be made waterproof, although quite a lot are out of the box so to speak. The problem with waterproofing reps comes from water ingress via the crystal, which quite possibly hasn't been seated properly, other than that it isn't too hard to waterproof any ( non chrono ) rep. I totally agree. Sub style watches with sapphire crystal and a smooth crystal joints are good for water. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted August 22, 2011 I sealed my 243 over a year ago when I 1st got it. Been to the beach and the pool numorous times without fail. this makes me miss my 243 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graman 2 Posted August 22, 2011 None...I have a seiko diver that I got from Offshore....performs brilliantly, and is as tight as a drum Share this post Link to post Share on other sites