Beater for the beach or put the rolex to use?

[Justinmg]

Why do you even have a dive watch? I really can’t understand how people make a whole thread about should I wear my 9k plus dive watch to the beach.

[watchmework]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqLKGiqBl4s

Ask this guy, and that’s the Sub not even the Sea-Dweller

[logo]

Common misconception. Sea Dwellers have to be at minimum 100 ft from the sea and beach at all times.

In seriousness, I wear a TT DJ at the beach, so I’m sure your diver will handle it fine.

[Kevinlee]

Took an Explorer snorkeling a few times. One thing that does happen is the high polished sides will get very small scratches. Can't see it with bare eye, but with a loupe its pretty gnarly how many small scratches accumulated.

If trying to keep the watch mint avoid sand and water. That is all.

[Geelerald]

Originally Posted by beshannon

"Minty"?

Why did you buy a watch that you do not want to use?

I wear my watches, no reason to own them if you do not.

Looks like Tahiti Beach.

[SS Oyster]

Wear it - tougher than anything else


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[vicsdca]

You can only truly say that you own a watch after accepting that it will inevitably get scratches, dents and dings. Until then, it is the watch that owns you. In your case, don't let your sea-dweller ruin your vacations because I'm sure you deserve them.

[huba01]

Wear it everywhere, please.....

[The Thomas J]

Originally Posted by Brny11

Personally, I find no need for a watch at the beach. Let alone a Rolex. If I am on vacation and will be out all day with no phone, gshock it is. Probably an unpopular opinion as many say Rolex meant to be worn, but for me, it is just more comfortable to leave watch home when I am sweating with sun beating down on me in salt water, tanning, etc... even Seiko (depending on which) is not comfortable. Get a cheap gshock or something.

When I was in the Bahamas last week, I wore my G-Shocks during the day on the beach, pool etc.. and the Rolex and Tudor at night. I just got into the G-Shock craze a few months ago and they are new to me. But, I felt more comfortable wearing them especially in the ocean than I did wearing my Submariner.

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[Feelix]

I posted the normal “wear it” comment earlier. However, it might help if I clarified why I purchased a Rolex. My dad has a sub. When I reached the point that I could get a somewhat expensive watch, I honestly tried to not purchase a Rolex. I chose a Rolex because I wanted a tough watch I could wear doing darned near anything. I don’t want a luxury watch I have to worry about. I want a luxury watch I can wear with a suit as well as on a scuba trip or anything else I reasonably choose to do.

I have insurance on it. Stolen? Would suck. Will get monetarily reimbursed for its loss.

Diving? It will do more than I’m certified to do.

Hot tub? It’s stainless. Please...

Motorcycle? If it can’t handle it then I shouldn’t have bought it (it can handle it...).

Rolex is a different kind of luxury watch in my very novice opinion. It’s tough. Wear your damned watch. Love your damned watch. Get scars on your damned watch. Tell stories about each scar and smile while you’re recounting each one.

Your watch is a hell of a lot tougher than you are (and me too). Enjoy it. When someone asks you about it, smile again, then tell them what you accomplished that led to your purchase decision.

If you do something that “out toughs” your watch...brag about it. You just broke a Rolex. Congratulations! These things are tough SOB’s and I love that about them.

Wear your watches, people!

[txaggie9307]

Originally Posted by Feelix

I posted the normal “wear it” comment earlier. However, it might help if I clarified why I purchased a Rolex. My dad has a sub. When I reached the point that I could get a somewhat expensive watch, I honestly tried to not purchase a Rolex. I chose a Rolex because I wanted a tough watch I could wear doing darned near anything. I don’t want a luxury watch I have to worry about. I want a luxury watch I can wear with a suit as well as on a scuba trip.

I have insurance on it. Stolen? Would suck. Will get monetarily reimbursed for its loss.

Diving? It will do more than I’m certified to do.

Hot tub? It’s stainless. Please...

Motorcycle? If it can’t handle it then I shouldn’t have bought it (it can handle it...).

Rolex is a different kind of luxury watch in my very novice opinion. It’s tough. Wear your damned watch. Love your damned watch. Get scars on your damned watch. Tell stories about each scar and smile while you’re recounting each one.

Your watch is a hell of a lot tougher than you are (and me too). Enjoy it. When someone asks you about it, smile again, then tell them what you accomplished that led to your purchase decision.

If you do something that “out toughs” your watch...brag about it. You just broke a Rolex. Congratulations! These things are tough SOB’s and I love that about them.

Wear your watches, people!

This made me smile. Thanks for the post and thank you all for the replies!


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[Feelix]

Originally Posted by txaggie9307

This made me smile. Thanks for the post and thank you all for the replies!

No sweat. From an Arkie, we excuse Aggies for such silly questions.

[txaggie9307]

Originally Posted by Feelix

No sweat. From an Arkie, we excuse Aggies for such silly questions.

It’s ok.. maybe y’all will finally beat us in Jerry world this year


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[Feelix]

Originally Posted by txaggie9307

It’s ok.. maybe y’all will finally beat us in Jerry world this year

I don’t talk about Razorback football in polite company. It causes me to say words my mama would be ashamed of.

[Rolex.c6]

It is a Sea-Dweller, it will survive a day at the beach. Just clean it at the end of the day.

[cascavel]

Originally Posted by wfitch

This is the last year for the Sea-Dweller. 2020 will bring us the Safe-Dweller.

Hysterical. I want to call my AD and be sure I get one from the first year of issue with the Mark 1 dial and Fat 4 bezel.

[CharlesN]

Your watch is tougher than you are.

Its a LOT tougher than you think.

These watches were made to be worn. Not wrapped up in cotton wool.

The clue is in the name ... SEA-DWELLER.

Don't worry about a thing.

If it does happen to get a small scratch or drop of water on the crystal don't worry. It will be fine.

The beach and see are where they were meant to be.

[fania123]

Like my uncle used to say “ do you use your wife or do you want to leave her minty for the next guy” enjoy it you could get hit by a bus tomorrow.

[1William]

Just because you can does not mean that you should. Your Rolex will stand up to most anything but I also have other watches that I enjoy and depending on what I am doing match the task as well or better. If you are here on TRF you obviously care about watches. I have used my Rolex watches for swimming in the ocean, pool and other various activities. No issues other than just the sand and oil which will rinse off. I am 25 plus years into ownership with Rolex and other brands and I can say it does not even cross my mind to wear my Rolex to swim, dive or really do much in that way. I don't even wear my Tudors for this. It is Seiko Diver or G-Shock for me. In the end it is a choice not a reflection on an owners character to do either. Just a choice.

[Pw92676]

Wear it and also get a seiko. Can’t go wrong with both.

[dwjpaypal]

This is like asking "Can I use my Canada Goose coat in the snow?"

Just like the coat is expensive, that's what it was specifically designed to do.

Its a dive watch, it'll be fine dipping your feet in the sea.

[Rolex fan 61]

Wear and enjoy it.

[playford]

Originally Posted by Feelix

I posted the normal “wear it” comment earlier. However, it might help if I clarified why I purchased a Rolex. My dad has a sub. When I reached the point that I could get a somewhat expensive watch, I honestly tried to not purchase a Rolex. I chose a Rolex because I wanted a tough watch I could wear doing darned near anything. I don’t want a luxury watch I have to worry about. I want a luxury watch I can wear with a suit as well as on a scuba trip or anything else I reasonably choose to do.

I have insurance on it. Stolen? Would suck. Will get monetarily reimbursed for its loss.

Diving? It will do more than I’m certified to do.

Hot tub? It’s stainless. Please...

Motorcycle? If it can’t handle it then I shouldn’t have bought it (it can handle it...).

Rolex is a different kind of luxury watch in my very novice opinion. It’s tough. Wear your damned watch. Love your damned watch. Get scars on your damned watch. Tell stories about each scar and smile while you’re recounting each one.

Your watch is a hell of a lot tougher than you are (and me too). Enjoy it. When someone asks you about it, smile again, then tell them what you accomplished that led to your purchase decision.

If you do something that “out toughs” your watch...brag about it. You just broke a Rolex. Congratulations! These things are tough SOB’s and I love that about them.

Wear your watches, people!

Love this, Tool watches, not drawer queens.

*a pressure test if it hasn't been serviced recently wouldn't hurt though ;)

[derekhayden]

Originally Posted by fania123

Like my uncle used to say “ do you use your wife or do you want to leave her minty for the next guy” enjoy it you could get hit by a bus tomorrow.

[Superbri22]

Originally Posted by fania123

Like my uncle used to say “ do you use your wife or do you want to leave her minty for the next guy” enjoy it you could get hit by a bus tomorrow.

+100!


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[Boaters]

Its a watch wear it.

[ras47]

Wear it, but only if doing so will not bother you enough to ruin your day at the beach. If you're really worried about it, get a Casio G-Shock for $50 and store the Rolex someplace safe/secure. There is no shame in playing it safe with a nice watch.

[GONZO2LR]

if you are constantly looking through a loupe..gosh...its jewelry...

living life in a bubble...

ohh i just scratched my shoes...wahh...let me keep my vette in the garage and covered too....nice clothes...

wearing these $500 swim trunks...can i get them wet???

living life in a bubble...

[jezza17]

The SD was built for the beach. It should be safe

[eteokles]

If wearing it is going to cause concern and distract from your enjoyment of the beach, then definitely don't wear it. I'd recommend a gshock in that case. Great beach watch.