NCRich 13,798 Posted September 29, 2012 silicon grease Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,798 Posted September 29, 2012 So I got my Seawolf v2 pressure tested today and it FAILED! My v1 passed 5 ATM out of the box.... Horrible watch....you should send it to me so you will be out of your misery Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,527 Posted September 29, 2012 Thanks guys. Yes, it could be the crystal, case back, HeV or crown. :dunno: As I said, it's no biggie - I don't swim much anyway! Maybe if I still have it when I'm going on holiday next summer then I'll perhaps speak to Mr Wiz! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Corv99 2 Posted September 29, 2012 must admit I wouldn't want to risk any of mine in water!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luthier 1 Posted September 29, 2012 Never had any of mind tested You should... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
10:10 Watch Repair 1 Posted September 29, 2012 I'd go possibly with the crew down crown......i can't see it failing from the crystal or case back. Maybe check the gasket on the stem The crystal and bezel assembly on that watch are a weak point. The entire bezel is usually pressure fit into a crystal gasket and then the rotating bezel attaches to that. I have seen the whole assembly pop off more than once. That said, it could be any number of things. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
digger2 0 Posted September 29, 2012 Haha guys, feels great to have the real thing, will try her down to 2000ft next time visiting Honduras as said in some other thread Do you want me to rub it in ;-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,527 Posted September 29, 2012 Haha guys, feels great to have the real thing, will try her down to 2000ft next time visiting Honduras as said in some other threadDo you want me to rub it in ;-) 2000ft? I'd have been happy with 5ft! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ronin007 0 Posted September 29, 2012 So I got my Seawolf v2 pressure tested today and it FAILED! My v1 passed 5 ATM out of the box.... So did my gen tt rolex sub,500 kg and it fell apart,6000 pounds fucked,insurance wouldn't pay up Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wat44 0 Posted September 29, 2012 My "waterproofed" gmt iic failed at the crystal, in fact, the crystal almost fell out by itself Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jetpants 40 Posted September 29, 2012 I wouldn't trust it too much anyway. The "mall guy" pressure tested my gen chrono (a slevin) at 5atms and failed. Took it to Richemont and they passed it at 12atms on their equipment in the same condition. BTW, my ploprof v2 passed at 12atms after lubing the seals, OOB, also by the mall guy. Although I swim with it, I still don't trust it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ronin007 0 Posted September 29, 2012 Are you going to sell it now to me,lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kal-el 0 Posted September 29, 2012 must admit I wouldn't want to risk any of mine in water!! + 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muaitai 0 Posted September 30, 2012 I ordered a yellow one, I guess I will have it waterproofed as soon as I receive it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
P4GTR 0 Posted September 30, 2012 Haha guys, feels great to have the real thing, will try her down to 2000ft next time visiting Honduras as said in some other thread Do you want me to rub it in ;-) :bragpicturewhore: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aoeu 0 Posted September 30, 2012 Wow, a rep watch that didn't pass waterproof test, who would have thought.. Harsh, my friend. But true! I suppose it depends on the quality of the rep. A Canal Street rep will get moisture in its case even in the middle of the desert, whilst a good quality rep will survive a trip to the swimming pool at least. Rep divers are desktop divers in the vast majority of cases. If you plan to do any serious diving, you need a gen. This doesn't mean dropping six grand on a Rollie, but it does mean getting something like a Seiko 5 or Orange Monster. A rep just doesn't do in such cases. Good Luck, and happy collecting! ;o) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mostling 40 Posted September 30, 2012 Wow, pretty hostile there... And totally deserved. You do have a habit of dropping sarcastic, snide comments into threads, can't really complain when someone reacts in my view. I guess i should take it as a compliment that you noticed that a drop some sarcasm here and there, i thought sarcasm was totally lost on the internets, so thank you for noticing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,527 Posted September 30, 2012 The whole point of me posting this thread was to let those who have recently bought a Wolf v2 know not to assume it will be waterproof. Yes, I know you should never trust a rep near water (I'm not a complete noob ) but the Seawolf and other high quality Breitling reps like the SOSFv2 have been purported to be waterproof out of the box (like my v1 was, for example). My Wolf v2 appears not to be so will not be going swimming unless I have it waterproofed in the future. Hopefully, this has been useful to somebody and perhaps has made them think twice about risking their Wolf v2 in water before having it tested. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mystery Shopper 5,887 Posted September 30, 2012 Spot on Del. It is worth getting a pressure test done locally after delivery (even though the rep may be high end and relatively costly). I didn't swim with any of my reps for about a year- until I had my sub modded and then re-pressure tested locally. It does feel ridiculous though taking a DSSD off so it is safe to rinse a few dishes! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 997 Posted September 30, 2012 My "waterproofed" gmt iic failed at the crystal, in fact, the crystal almost fell out by itself Which leads me to the fact it will be going together either Tues arvo or Wed morning (busy weekend, working all day tomorrow). I'd do it right now but my eyes are hanging out of my head and I'd rather be awake for that one If you are lucky (read AP does it's job) you will have it by Friday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gtwc 1 Posted September 30, 2012 Haha guys, feels great to have the real thing, will try her down to 2000ft next time visiting Honduras as said in some other thread Do you want me to rub it in ;-) Absolutely awestruck by your photos. Del, sorry 'bout your failure - now try to copy these macro beauties............. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
