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27 February 2008, 01:44 AM
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Do Rolex (Automatic) Watches Function in Space?
yes, apparently they do... Saw this link on another forum and had wondered about this gravity vs. rotor issue.
Click to read more: http://www.detentewatches.com/images...006_03_126.pdf 
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27 February 2008, 02:20 AM
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It's more about momentum-power rather than gravity-power in space. Not been to the link yet so I will probably shut up and do us all a favour!
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27 February 2008, 03:47 AM
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Space-Dwellers do!
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27 February 2008, 04:08 AM
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27 February 2008, 04:29 AM
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Definitely a great read!
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27 February 2008, 04:37 AM
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Just when I think we've seen them all...
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27 February 2008, 04:43 AM
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Interesting read
Beyond earth in our solar system we would have to recalibrate.......
http://cseligman.com/text/sky/rotationvsday.htm
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