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Thrasher · 20 July 2009, 04:02 PM

Can a GMT ll be worn while swimming or showering? I am figuring on a depth of no more than 10 feet or so while swimming. I realize that Rolex publishes a waterproof depth figure, but I am interested in peoples' actual experiences.

I had a brand new GMT ll in 05-06 (it was stolen), but never mustered the courage to wear it while getting wet.

ocie2000 · 20 July 2009, 04:11 PM

Have a GMT II. Shower, pool, beach. Don't worry, it's a Rolex.

C. Davidson · 20 July 2009, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by ocie2000

Have a GMT II. Shower, pool, beach. Don't worry, it's a Rolex.

Same for me here, wear it and enjoy it my friend.

Thrasher · 20 July 2009, 04:20 PM

Thanks for the responses. One can say "It's a Rolex", but first hand accounts such as these are what I find most valuable, and certainly appreciated.

C. Davidson · 20 July 2009, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Thrasher

Thanks for the responses. One can say "It's a Rolex", but first hand accounts such as these are what I find most valuable, and certainly appreciated.

The twinlock/triplock threaded crown, sapphire crystal and screw-in case back make for on really solidly waterproof case, a true "Oyster". Rolex usually understates there waterproofness as well, most of their watches could easily rate for double of whats printed out on the dial.

diablojota · 20 July 2009, 05:00 PM

The GMT should be waterproof to about 100 meters or 330ft. I would suggest that you get it pressure tested by a watchmaker every year to ensure everything is sealing properly.

C. Davidson · 20 July 2009, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by diablojota

The GMT should be waterproof to about 100 meters or 330ft. I would suggest that you get it pressure tested by a watchmaker every year to ensure everything is sealing properly.

Great advice.

JJ Irani · 20 July 2009, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Thrasher

Can a GMT ll be worn while swimming or showering? I am figuring on a depth of no more than 10 feet or so while swimming. I realize that Rolex publishes a waterproof depth figure, but I am interested in peoples' actual experiences.

I had a brand new GMT ll in 05-06 (it was stolen), but never mustered the courage to wear it while getting wet.

Only if it's a genuine one. The fakes start to "leak" beyond a depth of 10 feet!!

Carlos98326194 · 21 July 2009, 12:58 AM

I usually wear a watch whenever i swim... Use to do it with my old Tag F1 and also doing it with my Submariner as well. Its usually one way you test your watches.

Carlos98326194 · 21 July 2009, 01:01 AM

Also have a friend who owns a Rolex Sea Dweller and he never worn it the pool or beach. He always reasons that he's afraid it might leak or something happens in case it got wet.. I always told him not to ever...ever get a Divers watch if your not gonna get it wet! hehe

Tools · 21 July 2009, 02:28 AM

Yes it is..

My GMT or EXP II have become my travel watches to the Caribbean and Hawaii since I gave up diving. Both have been snorkeling and swimming in both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans (Caribbean Sea)..

Flaxmoore · 21 July 2009, 02:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Thrasher

Can a GMT ll be worn while swimming or showering? I am figuring on a depth of no more than 10 feet or so while swimming. I realize that Rolex publishes a waterproof depth figure, but I am interested in peoples' actual experiences.

I had a brand new GMT ll in 05-06 (it was stolen), but never mustered the courage to wear it while getting wet.

Wear the dang thing. It's good to 100M. I had a Timex rated to 50M that I wore as summer camp staff- didn't take it off for a month and change. DEET, lake water, chlorinated water, Kool-Aid, whatever, it shrugged it right off. I'd still be wearing it if it hadn't started to pit.

looking to buy · 21 July 2009, 02:33 AM

Chill. It is a Rolex. You will not hurt it. I give my Sub major use, in the pool, the ocean, backpacking, mountain biking. It takes a lickin' and keeps on ticken'. Wait I think that's a Timex!

The GMT Master · 21 July 2009, 02:37 AM

It doesn't say swimproof on the green hang tag for nothing. The whole point of any Rolex in the Oyster range is to be waterproof - the only time you have to panic about it leaking water is if you're diving well below 100m - and if you were doing that, you'd be wearing a specialised diving watch anyway.

Thrasher · 21 July 2009, 06:55 AM

Wow! I am overwhelmed by the quality and quantity of responses, and thank you for taking the time. I haven't yet purchased a replacement for the purloined piece. I wanted to investigate the qualities a little more in depth prior to belying up to the bar.

Excellent- I'm getting that as long as the watch is maintained, its waterproof characteristics are above what is advertised.

achova · 21 July 2009, 10:06 AM

Was in Cambodia a few weeks ago and went diving with my 60's GMT. Albeit only ~20 meters... Must say, the view of a Rolex is enhanced (if that's possible) underwater! Makes the experience that much more special.

Also had a great conversation with Rudy - the owner of Dive Shop Cambodia about Rolex Submariners. Business is good and time for him to get one. If you're in Sihanoukville (Kampong Som) check them out.

weizhen77 · 22 July 2009, 12:36 AM

Not gmt II, but my Explorer I among the fishes

Abuwolfie · 22 July 2009, 12:49 AM

For more than 25 years my Oyster Quartz never left my wrist every time i went swimming in the pool or at sea and i never had any problem.
Professional models are more tough.
Enjoy it in any situation.
No worries.

TheVTCGuy · 22 July 2009, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

Yes it is..

My GMT or EXP II have become my travel watches to the Caribbean and Hawaii since I gave up diving. Both have been snorkeling and swimming in both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans (Caribbean Sea)..

Larry! Next time take me with you!!!

padi56 · 22 July 2009, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Carlos98326194

Also have a friend who owns a Rolex Sea Dweller and he never worn it the pool or beach. He always reasons that he's afraid it might leak or something happens in case it got wet.. I always told him not to ever...ever get a Divers watch if your not gonna get it wet! hehe

Truth be told I would doubt if 90% of all divers type watches ever see any water other than a dip in the pool or perhaps the odd shower .

Rolex116520 · 22 July 2009, 03:04 AM

I even dare to do the washing up with my Deepsea , so don't worry your watch can take a swim.

Timber Loftis · 22 July 2009, 03:20 AM

It says oyster on it. Oysters live in water.

Rolex116520 · 22 July 2009, 03:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Timber Loftis

It says oyster on it. Oysters live in water.

Oysters ? We eat heaps of them in the season , I presume Rolex ones a bit harder to digest ... not to mention the bill.

Idle Swede · 22 July 2009, 03:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolex116520

Oysters ? We eat heaps of them in the season , I presume Rolex ones a bit harder to digest ... not to mention the bill.

Aaahh memories, standing knee high in the waters of LeHavre, Deauville& Treauville eating them.....

jets · 22 July 2009, 07:33 AM

I still cant get over the title of this thread

sexner · 22 July 2009, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by jets

I still cant get over the title of this thread

x2 , Mario, x2.

Thrasher · 23 July 2009, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by jets

I still cant get over the title of this thread

Good to know my question is laughable among the cognoscenti. Hey, somebody has to ask the newbish questions! I'm glad to hear that the Rolex rep has been earned through the quality of the production models, rather than through the smoke and mirrors of ad copy.

East Bay Rider · 23 July 2009, 12:48 PM

Dan Pierce · 23 July 2009, 02:01 PM

In the pool, under water, happy hour, no worries.

dP

Thrasher · 24 July 2009, 04:45 AM

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=86830

Well, I couldn't resist. I had the black bezel ss GMT, but this red and black bezel beauty looks like candy-coated irresistible-ness to moir. This unit should be darkening my door in a day or so.. Let's see if I can keep this one a little longer than my first GMT (must not fall asleep intoxicated in the company of someone I don't know very well...).

Love the pics- diving in Cambodia (!), drinking Red Stripe in some tropical port... active bunch 'round here.

20 July 2009, 04:02 PM	#1
Thrasher Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Rich Location: New York Watch: 16710 Coke Posts: 275	is the gmt ll actually waterproof? Can a GMT ll be worn while swimming or showering? I am figuring on a depth of no more than 10 feet or so while swimming. I realize that Rolex publishes a waterproof depth figure, but I am interested in peoples' actual experiences. I had a brand new GMT ll in 05-06 (it was stolen), but never mustered the courage to wear it while getting wet.

20 July 2009, 05:00 PM	#6
diablojota "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Frank Location: Chattanooga, TN Watch: SS Submariner Date Posts: 4,042	The GMT should be waterproof to about 100 meters or 330ft. I would suggest that you get it pressure tested by a watchmaker every year to ensure everything is sealing properly. __________________ RTFT - Read The Friggin' Thread FcB

21 July 2009, 02:28 AM	#11
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,159	Yes it is.. My GMT or EXP II have become my travel watches to the Caribbean and Hawaii since I gave up diving. Both have been snorkeling and swimming in both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans (Caribbean Sea).. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

21 July 2009, 02:33 AM	#13
looking to buy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Bob Location: Paradise CA Posts: 920	Chill. It is a Rolex. You will not hurt it. I give my Sub major use, in the pool, the ocean, backpacking, mountain biking. It takes a lickin' and keeps on ticken'. Wait I think that's a Timex! __________________ 16610 Submariner - 116710 GMT II C - 16570 Explorer II - 126710BLRO GMT II (Pepsi) - 116300 Datejust II

21 July 2009, 10:06 AM	#16
achova "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Adam C. Location: W. Washington Watch: it vary. Posts: 626	GMT scuba diving Was in Cambodia a few weeks ago and went diving with my 60's GMT. Albeit only ~20 meters... Must say, the view of a Rolex is enhanced (if that's possible) underwater! Makes the experience that much more special. Also had a great conversation with Rudy - the owner of Dive Shop Cambodia about Rolex Submariners. Business is good and time for him to get one. If you're in Sihanoukville (Kampong Som) check them out. __________________ GMT-Master 1675 - Explorers - Rolex & Tudor Submariners - Omega Speedmasters - etc.

20 July 2009, 04:11 PM	#2
ocie2000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Arizona Watch: SS and TT Sub C Posts: 48	Have a GMT II. Shower, pool, beach. Don't worry, it's a Rolex.

20 July 2009, 04:20 PM	#4
Thrasher Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Rich Location: New York Watch: 16710 Coke Posts: 275	Thanks for the responses. One can say "It's a Rolex", but first hand accounts such as these are what I find most valuable, and certainly appreciated.

21 July 2009, 12:58 AM	#9
Carlos98326194 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Carlos Location: UK Watch: ing YOU! Posts: 1,121	I usually wear a watch whenever i swim... Use to do it with my old Tag F1 and also doing it with my Submariner as well. Its usually one way you test your watches.

21 July 2009, 01:01 AM	#10
Carlos98326194 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Carlos Location: UK Watch: ing YOU! Posts: 1,121	Also have a friend who owns a Rolex Sea Dweller and he never worn it the pool or beach. He always reasons that he's afraid it might leak or something happens in case it got wet.. I always told him not to ever...ever get a Divers watch if your not gonna get it wet! hehe

21 July 2009, 02:37 AM	#14
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,149	It doesn't say swimproof on the green hang tag for nothing. The whole point of any Rolex in the Oyster range is to be waterproof - the only time you have to panic about it leaking water is if you're diving well below 100m - and if you were doing that, you'd be wearing a specialised diving watch anyway.

21 July 2009, 06:55 AM	#15
Thrasher Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Rich Location: New York Watch: 16710 Coke Posts: 275	Wow! I am overwhelmed by the quality and quantity of responses, and thank you for taking the time. I haven't yet purchased a replacement for the purloined piece. I wanted to investigate the qualities a little more in depth prior to belying up to the bar. Excellent- I'm getting that as long as the watch is maintained, its waterproof characteristics are above what is advertised.

22 July 2009, 12:36 AM	#17
weizhen77 Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Weizhen Location: Singapore Watch: Rolex Explorer I Posts: 162	Not gmt II, but my Explorer I among the fishes

22 July 2009, 12:49 AM	#18
Abuwolfie "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Dubai Watch: SDDS Posts: 27	For more than 25 years my Oyster Quartz never left my wrist every time i went swimming in the pool or at sea and i never had any problem. Professional models are more tough. Enjoy it in any situation. No worries.

22 July 2009, 03:04 AM	#21
Rolex116520 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: EEC Watch: Daytona & Deepsea Posts: 2,387	I even dare to do the washing up with my Deepsea , so don't worry your watch can take a swim.

22 July 2009, 03:20 AM	#22
Timber Loftis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Jon Location: Chicago Watch: IIc,DJII,P244,A1-Z Posts: 2,857	It says oyster on it. Oysters live in water.

22 July 2009, 07:33 AM	#25
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23 July 2009, 12:48 PM	#28
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 11,909	Gmt \|\| 16710 __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

24 July 2009, 04:45 AM	#30
Thrasher Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Rich Location: New York Watch: 16710 Coke Posts: 275	Took the plunge, as it were http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=86830 Well, I couldn't resist. I had the black bezel ss GMT, but this red and black bezel beauty looks like candy-coated irresistible-ness to moir. This unit should be darkening my door in a day or so.. Let's see if I can keep this one a little longer than my first GMT (must not fall asleep intoxicated in the company of someone I don't know very well...). Love the pics- diving in Cambodia (!), drinking Red Stripe in some tropical port... active bunch 'round here.

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