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alexkarbo · 18 August 2016, 06:43 AM

Hi everyone,

I just had my '72' Datejust 1603 serviced by Rolex a few weeks ago and I was planning to wear it on vacation while in the Caribbean. I've already had a swim in the pool with it but would snorkelling be over doing it?

Thanks for your replies.

smallcandle · 18 August 2016, 06:57 AM

Given that it was recently serviced I'd assume all would be fine, but I would also file this in the "risk vs. reward" category. As in - is the reward actually worth the risk?

Wahlberg · 18 August 2016, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by smallcandle

Given that it was recently serviced I'd assume all would be fine, but I would also file this in the "risk vs. reward" category. As in - is the reward actually worth the risk?

This. I wouldn't do it either to be honest.

Lordofrolex · 18 August 2016, 07:05 AM

If you get it pressured test and it passes you should be fine

Brianmac 883 · 18 August 2016, 07:07 AM

If Rolex serviced it (i.e. an actual RSC), they would have replaced all the gaskets and pressure tested it to its rated depth. For snorkeling, I think you should be fine.

alexkarbo · 18 August 2016, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Brianmac 883

If Rolex serviced it (i.e. an actual RSC), they would have replaced all the gaskets and pressure tested it to its rated depth. For snorkeling, I think you should be fine.

Yes watch was serviced by RSC. To which extend they tested it this I don't know. So age would be the factor and/or the fact that it has an acrylic crystal?

crowncollection · 18 August 2016, 10:04 AM

its fine if just serviced by rsc

Joe Wales · 18 August 2016, 10:36 AM

I would be more concerned about the strap/clasp failing than the watch itself failing.

janice&fred · 18 August 2016, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Joe Wales

I would be more concerned about the strap/clasp failing than the watch itself failing.

yes for sure. this is also a problem with "sports" watches as well. here in the philippine islands which is a huge diving destination it is quite common to hear of watches being found in the water by local fishermen and shell divers. it's the vigorous flailing of the arms while swimming, snorkeling and scuba diving that causes the watches to become unlatched and fly off the wrists and many times the person isn't aware of it happening as they are so distracted by the activity. we still have that "sunken seadweller" a shell diver found a few years ago.

Wahlberg · 19 August 2016, 03:31 AM

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Originally Posted by janice&fred

we still have that "sunken seadweller" a shell diver found a few years ago.

I assume it didn't survive or ...?

Vigilance247 · 19 August 2016, 03:49 AM

Reminds me of this story https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=252013

BNA/LION · 19 August 2016, 04:36 AM

YES! When snorkel I dive maybe 10-12 ft. tops. If it was recently serviced it should be good to go...

SearChart · 19 August 2016, 05:42 AM

Should be absolutely no problem.

janice&fred · 19 August 2016, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Wahlberg

I assume it didn't survive or ...?

oh it survived fine and we still have it, and quite a few members here remember the watch. there are pics and the story of the watch on some other watch sites

Vincent65 · 19 August 2016, 07:00 PM

No problem.

Rebel · 19 August 2016, 09:53 PM

I have a Casio for that. Just my thoughts.

R-H · 21 August 2016, 04:13 AM

It's like gambling, only do it if you can afford the loss. Pressure testing is good but it only means it past at that moment.

18 August 2016, 06:43 AM	#1
alexkarbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: canada Posts: 136	Snorkeling with a vintage Datejust? Hi everyone, I just had my '72' Datejust 1603 serviced by Rolex a few weeks ago and I was planning to wear it on vacation while in the Caribbean. I've already had a swim in the pool with it but would snorkelling be over doing it? Thanks for your replies.

18 August 2016, 06:57 AM	#2
smallcandle "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Kansas Watch: 16610, Omega PO Posts: 1,898	Given that it was recently serviced I'd assume all would be fine, but I would also file this in the "risk vs. reward" category. As in - is the reward actually worth the risk? __________________ Things got out of control and I had to stab a clown...

18 August 2016, 07:05 AM	#4
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,690	If you get it pressured test and it passes you should be fine __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

18 August 2016, 10:04 AM	#7
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,157	its fine if just serviced by rsc __________________ watches many

19 August 2016, 03:49 AM	#11
Vigilance247 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Rio Grande Valley Watch: DJ41 Posts: 310	Reminds me of this story https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=252013 __________________ You can spend your time, waste your time, or invest your time. It's your choice.

18 August 2016, 07:07 AM	#5
Brianmac 883 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: North Carolina Posts: 71	If Rolex serviced it (i.e. an actual RSC), they would have replaced all the gaskets and pressure tested it to its rated depth. For snorkeling, I think you should be fine.

18 August 2016, 10:36 AM	#8
Joe Wales "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Wales Watch: BLNR, JLC Amvox 1 Posts: 27	I would be more concerned about the strap/clasp failing than the watch itself failing.

19 August 2016, 04:36 AM	#12
BNA/LION 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,193	Snorkeling with a vintage Datejust? YES! When snorkel I dive maybe 10-12 ft. tops. If it was recently serviced it should be good to go... __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

19 August 2016, 07:00 PM	#15
Vincent65 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Switzerland Posts: 14,293	No problem. __________________

19 August 2016, 09:53 PM	#16
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,057	I have a Casio for that. Just my thoughts. __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

21 August 2016, 04:13 AM	#17
R-H "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Robert Location: Palm Springs CA. Watch: 1967 5513 Posts: 385	It's like gambling, only do it if you can afford the loss. Pressure testing is good but it only means it past at that moment.

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