No watch for 100% waterproof, most watches are waterproof or water resistant. There is indeed a difference in a watch that is waterproof, water resistant or waterproof. The watertightness is indicated in the number of meters, the air pressure (bar) and the atmosphere (ATM). In other words, how many meters of pressure can the watch handle, taking into account standing water?
A WATER RESISTANT WATCH
Is your watch waterproof? Then there are parts in the timepiece of your watch that stop moisture from penetrating. The degree of waterproofing is indicated by symbols or text. To what extent a watch is water resistant depends on a number of components. Think, for example, of the way in which the lid is sealed, how the openings of the crown and the other buttons are, the thickness of the glass and how strong the watch case is.
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WATERPROOF, WATER RESISTANT OR WATERPROOF?
Different measures of waterproofing are distinguished; a watch that is resistant to water when washing hands or during rain is expressed in: 30 meters, 3 bar and 3 ATM. A watch with 50 meters, 5 bar and 5 ATM is suitable for showering and swimming at the water surface, provided there are no large temperature differences. You can wear a watch with 100 meters, 10 bar and 10 ATM during swimming, diving, snorkeling and sailing. And is therefore suitable for most water sports. Looking for a watch to dive up to about 60 meters underwater? Then a watch of 300 meters, 30 bar and 30 ATM is suitable for you. This watch can be used for all water sports and recreational diving.
WATERPROOF IN THE FUTURE
To get the most out of your water-resistant watch, it's important to follow these tips:
- To keep the rubber of the watch as good as possible, it is important that no heat comes near the watch. Be sure to take the watch off when using a hair dryer or entering a sauna.
- Check the glass of the watch regularly for scratches, these can reduce the glass and increase the risk of water leakage.
- Avoid salt water, this is the biggest mistake many people make. If you have come into contact with salt water, rinse the watch immediately and dry the watch well.
- Products such as chlorine, perfume, alcohol and hairspray severely affect the watch. To prevent wear and tear, rinse the watch with water and dry it with a cotton cloth.
To ensure that the watch also remains water resistant, have it checked by a specialist at least once a year.
