What is the fuss about swimming with a Speedy Pro?

[NYCREBROKER]

I swim with my Speedy Pro all the time. Often taking it to the pool or the beach. Why do so many people suggest you can't swim with a speedy? I've never had an issue.

[RHJ]

I had, because the crown is not screwed down..I didn't realized it was pulled out. I Lost it because of completely ruined movement

[artschool]

i am not fussy about my watches and don't baby them, but i would not swim with my speedy. thats the job of my submariner.

[NYCREBROKER]

Originally Posted by artschool

i am not fussy about my watches and don't baby them, but i would not swim with my speedy. thats the job of my submariner.

I often swim with my sub, but frequently swim with the Speedy. It just depends what I'm wearing that day. Why wouldn't you swim with a Speedy? Just curious. I often hear that comment.

[RW16610]

My biggest fear would be having one of the Chrono pushers accidentally depressed beneath the surface of the water. When I'm lane swimming or doing whatever else in the water. Divers watches just give me piece of mind. With my Seamaster for example the Chronograph pushers can be used to the 300 Meter depth rating. I've had a crown come out on a watch before that wasn't a screw down and I've been paranoid ever since (and this was well over a decade ago).

[powerfunk]

Originally Posted by NYCREBROKER

Why wouldn't you swim with a Speedy? Just curious. I often hear that comment.

Originally Posted by RHJ

the crown is not screwed down..I didn't realized it...completely ruined movement

Because I don't want that to happen.

[bdex75]

I don't swim in my speedy. If i know I am going to be near the water I usually chose a different watch. My speedy is usually on a leather nato so getting in the water is not generally on my to do list. But in the event it was on a fabric nato and I was near the water I would not worry about it.


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[red1108nyc]

It comes down to risk aversion.. IE. risk of ruining your movement vs per unit of fun being able to swim with the watch on.

I was advised by omega boutique technician that it is ok to shower with speedy but not a good idea to swim for a prolonged period of time.

[Justinmg]

Agree... risk vs gain

[GTS Dean]

Not a problem at all.

[Punchthefatkid]

Regardless of watch , I was told that continual exposure to chlorine in the water can damage the rubber seals.

I think the occasional dip would be ok, but if your a regular swimmer I wouldn't advise wearing any watch.

Can anyone confirm if this is indeed the case that chlorine can affect the seals?

Thanks in advance

Max

[japenney]

Originally Posted by Punchthefatkid

Regardless of watch , I was told that continual exposure to chlorine in the water can damage the rubber seals.

I think the occasional dip would be ok, but if your a regular swimmer I wouldn't advise wearing any watch.

Can anyone confirm if this is indeed the case that chlorine can affect the seals?

Thanks in advance

Max

Yes chlorine will damage the seals over time, especially if you do not watch the watch with a bit of soap after your swim.

[strafer_kid]

Originally Posted by artschool

i am not fussy about my watches and don't baby them, but i would not swim with my speedy. thats the job of my submariner.

Pretty much same here. My Speedmaster is now 20 years old so don't see any need to take the risk. If it got a brief accidental dunk in water, then so be it but I would not deliberately put it under for any length of time. Sub or GMT does that adequately!

[NYCREBROKER]

Thanks for all the responses.

[descartes]

You're asking for trouble submerging a chrono which doesn't have screw down crowns.

[psv]

There is no reason or value in swimming with a Speedmaster. It is just a matter of time before it floods as the gasket will wear down due to the chlorine and it has no screw down crown on pushers.

What are you trying to accomplish with swimming with a watch that isn't waterproof?

[utc66]

And this is why I choose a Sinn EZM1 over a Speedmaster. I wanted a Chrono, but I need it to be waterproof. EZM1 is rated to 300m, and supposedly the pushers can be operated underwater, but I don't think I'll ever risk it. A speedy is what 150m? There's just too much risk with a chrono rated at 150m.

[stockae92]

[QUOTE=psv;7276755]There is no reason or value in swimming with a Speedmaster. /QUOTE]

well said. to me i don't just do it because i can. but then, if I must, then I would. :D

[richard371]

I won't swim with my dsotm because it has a leather strap. I use the sub for water activities.

[NYCREBROKER]

Originally Posted by psv

There is no reason or value in swimming with a Speedmaster. It is just a matter of time before it floods as the gasket will wear down due to the chlorine and it has no screw down crown on pushers.

What are you trying to accomplish with swimming with a watch that isn't waterproof?

I'm not trying to accomplish anything. It's just that if I happen to be wearing that watch at the pool or beach, I have no worries. I often read on the forums people stating you can't swim in a speedy. I never thought that was the case and treat my watch accordingly. Was just curious if there was any technical reason why I shouldn't. Chlorine is going to effect most watches the same way so it's not a speedy specific issue. Someone could just as easily forget to screw down their crown as they could leave a non screw down crown in the open position. I tend to not give much thought to which watch I throw on in the morning. If the speedy happens to be near water, it's never worried me.

[rad87gn]

I've worn mine swimming and showering. No problems. I would never would dive with one though. The "original" moon watches are either 30m (older models) or 50m (newer models). Some sapphire crystal models are 100m.

[Punchthefatkid]

Originally Posted by NYCREBROKER

I'm not trying to accomplish anything. It's just that if I happen to be wearing that watch at the pool or beach, I have no worries. I often read on the forums people stating you can't swim in a speedy. I never thought that was the case and treat my watch accordingly. Was just curious if there was any technical reason why I shouldn't. Chlorine is going to effect most watches the same way so it's not a speedy specific issue. Someone could just as easily forget to screw down their crown as they could leave a non screw down crown in the open position. I tend to not give much thought to which watch I throw on in the morning. If the speedy happens to be near water, it's never worried me.

Its your watch, its your choice... you asked for peoples opinions/advise and they gave them to you.

The majority seem to be saying they wouldn't swim with a Speedmaster.

If you don't like that then ignore it, like I said its your watch you should wear it whenever and wherever you like.

But why ask peoples opinion if you don't want to hear what they have to say...?

[Andad]

Originally Posted by Punchthefatkid

Regardless of watch , I was told that continual exposure to chlorine in the water can damage the rubber seals.

I think the occasional dip would be ok, but if your a regular swimmer I wouldn't advise wearing any watch.

Can anyone confirm if this is indeed the case that chlorine can affect the seals?

Thanks in advance

Max

Hi Max,

Chlorine in pool water will have no effect on the 'o' rings.

Please note I did not use the 'rubber' word.

'o' rings haven't been made of rubber since I was a lad.

And anyway, I can open my eyes under water.
That is living dangerously.

And a note to Steven.

You made the fuss about swimming with your Omega.

This watch is waterproof to it's rated depth provided the seals are good.
And that is a lot deeper than swimming around.
Now if you want some real cred, take it to 50 metres and get back to me.

Just be aware that this model is not sold as a diver's watch and it would be in your interest to keep your services up to date.

It's more for timing thrusters on Apollo missions.

E.

[NYCREBROKER]

Originally Posted by Punchthefatkid

Its your watch, its your choice... you asked for peoples opinions/advise and they gave them to you.

The majority seem to be saying they wouldn't swim with a Speedmaster.

If you don't like that then ignore it, like I said its your watch you should wear it whenever and wherever you like.

But why ask peoples opinion if you don't want to hear what they have to say...?

I truly appreciate everyone's opinion. Over the years I've often heard that you shouldn't swim with a speedy (even though it's rated to 50 M). It frequently comes up in the which watch should I buy threads. I asked my original question to help sort out the facts from misinformation. Unfortunately, sometimes opinions are based on urban legends. This forum this filled with many experts. I thought this thread would be helpful.