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Old 13 February 2007, 06:36 AM   #1
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Just returned from the shooting range where I wore my brand new TT Submariner. This was its first test. Fired a 10mm pistol, a .40 cal pistol, and 12 guage shotgun with .00 buckshot, and finally a .223 cal rifle. The watch obviously absorbed the shock/recoil just fine. I have always wore my datejust to the range and it has held up as well. Do you wear your watch, or do you worry something will happen to it and baby it instead?
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Old 13 February 2007, 06:46 AM   #2
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Just returned from the shooting range where I wore my brand new TT Submariner. This was its first test. Fired a 10mm pistol, a .40 cal pistol, and 12 guage shotgun with .00 buckshot, and finally a .223 cal rifle. The watch obviously absorbed the shock/recoil just fine. I have always wore my datejust to the range and it has held up as well. Do you wear your watch, or do you worry something will happen to it and baby it instead?
Both!
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Old 13 February 2007, 06:49 AM   #3
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I would not drive nails with the side of the watch case, but normal activity no problem.
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Old 13 February 2007, 06:51 AM   #4
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I baby it while wearing it. My watch and wedding band comes off when working on car or doing electrical work. More to do with my own safety than anything else. Though, my wedding band did save my fingers from crushing a couple of times while working in my warehouse.
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Old 13 February 2007, 07:03 AM   #5
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I take my TT Blue Sub to the range all the time. Just yesterday, I shot 3 rounds of skeet with nary a problem. I also reload the giant trap machines with the watch on even though I've got to reach in and around in many spots, risking major dings. If my wrist and hand can take it, so can my Rolex.
I don't bring the Glashutte Pilot's watch to the range as I feel the movement and 44mm case will just get banged around. It's not as tough as the Rolex, imo.
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Old 13 February 2007, 09:01 AM   #6
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The first time I had the opportunity to shoot with my Sub on was last weekend when I took a class to get my concealed handgun liscense.
Although Rolexes are very rugged watches, I chose not to wear it while shooting in the range that day. I figured I'd rather be safe than sorry when it comes to something that expensive.
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Old 13 February 2007, 09:24 AM   #7
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I wear my SD on a daily basis.
Will take it off when I do sports like soccer and basketball, apparently the refs don't like it, haha.
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Old 13 February 2007, 09:38 AM   #8
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Old 13 February 2007, 09:53 AM   #9
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My sheep give it a lickin'....and it still keeps on tickin'!!
I'm REALLY starting to believe this whole sheep thing, Tosser
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Old 13 February 2007, 09:55 AM   #10
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I'm REALLY starting to believe this whole sheep thing, Tosser
It would really make me very happy if more of these newbies began to see the humourous side of this forum and throw in some active participation.

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Old 13 February 2007, 09:55 AM   #11
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Honestly, I never really thought about it. After well over 200 parachute jumps, static line and freefall. Only thing I did different was put it in my pocket during jumps after a hard landing knocked the 24 hr hand off by 2 hrs. Never thought it a problem on the range. Its a tool watch. Has had very irregular service and is still only +2 sec off.
Have had it for over 30 yrs.

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Old 13 February 2007, 09:58 AM   #12
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It would really make me very happy if more of these newbies began to see the humourous side of this forum and throw in some active participation.

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I'm glad you think I see the humourous side of your sheep addiction
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Old 13 February 2007, 10:02 AM   #13
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Honestly, I never really thought about it. After well over 200 parachute jumps, static line and freefall. Only thing I did different was put it in my pocket during jumps after a hard landing knocked the 24 hr hand off by 2 hrs. Never thought it a problem on the range. Its a tool watch. Has had very irregular service and is still only +2 sec off.
Have had it for over 30 yrs.
That must have been a very hard landing to knock off the 24hr hand!
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Old 13 February 2007, 10:03 AM   #14
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I'm glad you think I see the humourous side of your sheep addiction
I said humourous side of this forum, ya tosser!!
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Old 13 February 2007, 10:14 AM   #15
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Just returned from the shooting range where I wore my brand new TT Submariner. This was its first test. Fired a 10mm pistol, a .40 cal pistol, and 12 guage shotgun with .00 buckshot, and finally a .223 cal rifle. The watch obviously absorbed the shock/recoil just fine. I have always wore my datejust to the range and it has held up as well. Do you wear your watch, or do you worry something will happen to it and baby it instead?
I'm not suprised at all. As a competive shooter and firearms instructor I've worn a Rolex for years shooting all kinds of weapons and never had a problem.
They've been through dryg raids, barricades, and all manner of nonsence. They only problem I ever had was a cracked crystal when a drug dealer and I were discussing the merits of him going to jail as we were falling down two flights of steps.
They are truly rugged watches.
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Old 13 February 2007, 10:24 AM   #16
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I said humourous side of this forum, ya tosser!!
Yeah, Yeah. You know what I meant.
What the hell is that new pic on your signature?
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Old 13 February 2007, 10:29 AM   #17
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Yeah, Yeah. You know what I meant.
What the hell is that new pic on your signature?
The answer to that is just around the corner!! Click here...

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Old 13 February 2007, 10:32 AM   #18
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We'll continue this hijack later, tosser. I'm off to eat dinner with my parents.
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Old 13 February 2007, 10:41 AM   #19
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[QUOTE=JJ Irani;177561]The answer to that is just around the corner!! Click here...

Sorry, don't mean to hijack but JJ is that your new Rado?
I knew you would finally own one!
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Old 13 February 2007, 11:03 AM   #20
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My Sigs' "to hell and back" reliability could just as easily describe my rolex.

the SD has been to the range with me on many occasions. the only time i take a rolex off for shooting is when it's a CAS match and the rest of the competitors want a strict representation of the 1800s... well, I've also wrapped a bandana around it when I didn't feel right taking my watch off...
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Old 13 February 2007, 11:04 AM   #21
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The only problem I ever had was a cracked crystal when a drug dealer and I were discussing the merits of him going to jail as we were falling down two flights of steps.
They are truly rugged watches.
Did you persuade him to see your point of view?
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Old 13 February 2007, 11:08 AM   #22
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Tell you a story, I had a 5.0 GT Mustang. I had on my DD at the time. I was trying to tighten up the red battery terminal and got a shock!! I had my eyes open and then it went black. I guess I was shocked and stunned for a few seconds laying on top of the engine. I woke up and check my DD. It was fine. Rolex can handle a 12 volt shock!
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Old 13 February 2007, 01:21 PM   #23
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Mikey your luck you didn't wake up with it welded shut on your wrist
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Mikey your luck you didn't wake up with it welded shut on your wrist
He'd have a REAL "wrist"watch!
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