graman 2 Posted October 13, 2010 Hey all.... Have been looking at dive watches lately....and am checking out the 2007 IWC aquatimer cousteau....I likey very much. It lead me on to a question.... What is the best rep to service, and ensure water resistance for at least swimming? Rollies? I can imagine Breitling SOSF? or SOH? It's lead me to thinking....many can be "waterproofed", but what will stand up, and which is the best for such purposes? Feedback appreciated! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KeNnY 29 Posted October 13, 2010 I think Breitling SOSF :lmao: less buttons less problems. With a screw down crown it could be water resistant up to 20ATM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 994 Posted October 13, 2010 The UNs are water proof out of the box. D4M took his to 60' without touching it and mine has been swimming many times. The PureTime vintage rollies are all oke to 30m OotB and just about anything without pushers is a fair bet to proof. Col. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graman 2 Posted October 13, 2010 I like the aquatimer, and would likely not swim with it, but I'm keen to find a watch that I can jump in the drink with. UN might be nice, and I don't mind the SOSF...would likely need proofing though? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NFleischer 4,355 Posted October 13, 2010 The chronos are harder to water proof even the gens. The chrono pushers tend to be leaky . the screw in crowns obviously are easier to keep dry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 994 Posted October 13, 2010 Mate, for shear value you can't go past the UNs. Under $150 for a damn nice looking, big, water proof watch. Plus they come in just about any colour you could possibly want. I love my Blue Surf but the white ones are nice too as are the other various shades and textures. You could fill a watch box with the set easily. Def look their best on rubber tho, it adds something that's missing with the SS bracelet IMO. Very comfortable too. I have my DSSD on a strap now as it's just too much watch on steel. It may be interesting on a decent piece of mesh tho. Col. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted October 13, 2010 If the SOH v2s aren't waterproof then I'll eat my hat. (Well, if I had a hat... ) They feel ridiculously well made! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_jonte 0 Posted October 13, 2010 What is a "UN"? I want one too! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KBH 7 Posted October 13, 2010 What is a "UN"? I want one too! Ullysses Nardin How about a few pictures you say? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turnipz 0 Posted October 14, 2010 Or from greg_r, his picture made me want one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waipio Jeff 0 Posted October 14, 2010 I swim and snorkel all the time with my: Rolex DSSD PAM 194 Breitling SOH Breitling Seawolf Omega PO Chrono. I have also had the DSSD down to 40 feet diving with no problems. All these were "waterproofed" by the dealers I got them from. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
-XXXX- 0 Posted October 14, 2010 I am very happy with my Sinn U2. A bit of grease on the gasket/crown and I even went night diving (40 feet) with it. The lume is pretty ok out of the box. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brightlight 0 Posted October 14, 2010 Seiko. Why risk a rep? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_jonte 0 Posted October 14, 2010 Wow, that's a beauty! What is it called and where can I buy it? Seems to be a rare model (?), because I couldn't find it after an hour of searching for it... :gday_mate_haveabeer: Or from greg_r, his picture made me want one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted October 14, 2010 Ulysse Nardin Maxi Marine Diver (white dimple dial). It's available either with strap or with bracelet. Most of our trusted dealers should be able to supply - just drop 'em an email. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_jonte 0 Posted October 14, 2010 Great, thanks alot! Ulysse Nardin Maxi Marine Diver (white dimple dial). It's available either with strap or with bracelet. Most of our trusted dealers should be able to supply - just drop 'em an email. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 994 Posted October 14, 2010 Some gen pics to wet the appetite. Col. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cigator 0 Posted October 14, 2010 Are the UN models ultimates or are they the standard model. I need one of these. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 994 Posted October 14, 2010 Only one model available and it's very, very good. Col. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted October 14, 2010 thanks for the pics Col.....window shopping now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted October 14, 2010 Ulysse Nardin Maxi Marine Diver (white dimple dial). It's available either with strap or with bracelet. Most of our trusted dealers should be able to supply - just drop 'em an email. G--- what movement is in yours? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KBH 7 Posted October 14, 2010 Ulysse Nardin Maxi Marine Diver (white dimple dial). It's available either with strap or with bracelet. Most of our trusted dealers should be able to supply - just drop 'em an email. G--- what movement is in yours? AFAIK, they all have the same Chines movement. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 994 Posted October 14, 2010 Yup, special A21J made just for these. Haven't heard of many issues, it's a good 'un. Col. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted October 14, 2010 Ulysse Nardin Maxi Marine Diver (white dimple dial). It's available either with strap or with bracelet. Most of our trusted dealers should be able to supply - just drop 'em an email. G--- what movement is in yours? AFAIK, they all have the same Chines movement. some on timesshop website have the A7750.........and you know what happens with the sec @ 6 and this movement....... http://www.timesshop.net/product.php?id_product=4403 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted October 14, 2010 just looked again.....it looks like all the version's like greg's have the a7750.... EDIT: nevermind......it says 7750 casing........sneaky, sneaky Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
