How waterproof is the speedy DSOTM

[c9smw]

Had my DSOTM for 3 months now and I've read the stories of don't swim with your Speedmaster, but how waterproof is it ? I'm used to dive watches and give them a wash in the sink from time to time, can I do the same with the DSOTM ?

[sensui]

From Omega:

Water resistance
5 bar (50 metres / 167 feet)

I'd say it's definitely safe to wash it under a sink....like all Speedies assuming it's properly kept and seals are in tact. Enjoy in good health.

[Kodok]

Agreed. I bath my toddlers with the watch on my wrist. Assuming as Sensui said that the seals are intact.


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[DCheeta]

I don't have a DSOTM, but my standard Speedy Pro is also rated to 50m and I wash it under the sink all the time.

[ras47]

When you swim or otherwise frolic in the water, the motion or your arm through the water simulates higher water pressure than the actual depth at which you are swimming. Diving into a pool from the edge - not even from a diving board - can create momentary pressure equivalent to that of a depth of 200 feet or more. That's enough time and pressure for a watch to lose integrity and leak.


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[john_s4]

I wash mine in the sink and scrub it with a toothbrush, it comes up surprisingly clean.

[strafer_kid]

I only have the one chrono, Speedmaster monnwatch now over 20 years old. It goes well but I have never even from new felt entirely comfortable about immersing it in water. Maybe just being over cautious but don't really see a necessity that would justify the risk, not when there are so many other purpose built watches out there. If it's water, and in my case probably just pool or beach, my Sub or GMT is the one. Why risk it?

[ejvette]

Originally Posted by ras47

When you swim or otherwise frolic in the water, the motion or your arm through the water simulates higher water pressure than the actual depth at which you are swimming. Diving into a pool from the edge - not even from a diving board - can create momentary pressure equivalent to that of a depth of 200 feet or more. That's enough time and pressure for a watch to lose integrity and leak.


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Wow that's a fun fact I never knew! Thank you

[DCheeta]

Originally Posted by ras47

When you swim or otherwise frolic in the water, the motion or your arm through the water simulates higher water pressure than the actual depth at which you are swimming. Diving into a pool from the edge - not even from a diving board - can create momentary pressure equivalent to that of a depth of 200 feet or more. That's enough time and pressure for a watch to lose integrity and leak.

That's one of the main reasons that I never frolic, in water or otherwise.

[ras47]

Originally Posted by DCheeta

That's one of the main reasons that I never frolic, in water or otherwise.

I can't help frolicking. It's the otter in me. :)


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[rolexnub]

Originally Posted by strafer_kid

I only have the one chrono, Speedmaster monnwatch now over 20 years old. It goes well but I have never even from new felt entirely comfortable about immersing it in water. Maybe just being over cautious but don't really see a necessity that would justify the risk, not when there are so many other purpose built watches out there. If it's water, and in my case probably just pool or beach, my Sub or GMT is the one. Why risk it?

How many times have you sent your Speedmaster for a full service in the past 20 years? Just wondering ...

[Bluside]

Originally Posted by ras47

When you swim or otherwise frolic in the water, the motion or your arm through the water simulates higher water pressure than the actual depth at which you are swimming. Diving into a pool from the edge - not even from a diving board - can create momentary pressure equivalent to that of a depth of 200 feet or more. That's enough time and pressure for a watch to lose integrity and leak.


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Never thought about that. Good info.

[ejvette]

I don't feel comfortable submerging my "water resistant " watch that cost thousands of dollars when I have a perfectly good dive watch made for underwater activities.

[lain09]

Along with the suggestion to avoid 'frolicking' in the water I avoid letting the stream directly hit the crown / pusher area if I'm wearing a non-dive watch.

[speedmaster73]

i wash my speedy pro under the tap water all the time......

no problems. none.

[speedmaster73]

Originally Posted by ras47

When you swim or otherwise frolic in the water, the motion or your arm through the water simulates higher water pressure than the actual depth at which you are swimming. Diving into a pool from the edge - not even from a diving board - can create momentary pressure equivalent to that of a depth of 200 feet or more. That's enough time and pressure for a watch to lose integrity and leak.


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i think this myth has been debunked many times on this and many other watch sites


http://forums.watchuseek.com/f2/sigh...in-610734.html

[Bushido]

Originally Posted by speedmaster73

i think this myth has been debunked many times on this and many other watch sites


http://forums.watchuseek.com/f2/sigh...in-610734.html

I was going to post something similar. If I remember correctly, the amount of added pressure from arm swings whilst swimming mathematically accounts for only a very negligible increase in pressure. Therefore, not worth taking into consideration.

Further, Omega themselves rate this movement at safe to swim and use up to a depth of 50m. If this truly was not the case, they would be on the hook for costly warranty repairs to a whole host of watches. Ergo, I do not think they would risk that financial loss by misstating the watch's resistance.

Anecdotally, I've owned my Pitch Black for quite some time now. I'm active with it on, wash my hands and watch, and bump into things occasionally. The watch looks and operates just as perfect as it did when I first purchased.

My personal conclusion is to wear and enjoy it. It is not the delicate tea cup some would be lead to believe. Your mileage may vary.

[ap1]

Not enough for water sports would be my recommendation

[superdog]

Originally Posted by DCheeta

That's one of the main reasons that I never frolic, in water or otherwise.

[DCheeta]

Originally Posted by superdog

I knew you'd identify, Seth. You don't strike me as the frolicking type, either.