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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nWatch\nwater resistance refers to how well a watch will cope when it is exposed to\nwater. However, the depth rating that is used to measure water resistance does\nnot refer directly to how deep in the water a watch will be able to go. The\ndepth rating actually signifies the results of a static pressure test that is\nheld in a laboratory. The results of this test have fairly accurate real-life\napplication, but the depth rating does not strictly mean that a watch can safely\nbe worn to that depth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The\nwater resistance of a watch is normally expressed in metres, bar, or\natmospheres. One bar equates to around 10 metres, so it is easy to convert the\nunits. Atmospheres (often shown aa ATM) and bar are both units of pressure.\nThey are approximately equal and are often used interchangeably. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What\ndo the Different Levels of Water Resistance Mean?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/pexels-francesco-ungaro-4620455-1024x768.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nIt\nis important to know what the water resistance rating of a watch means before wearing\nit for an activity that may cause it damage. The water resistance of a watch\ncan often be found written on the dial or case back. However, if there is any\nuncertainty surrounding the rating of a watch, it is always best to check with\nthe manufacturer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some\nwatch brands list their watches as being waterproof. This is not strictly true\nas it would imply that no amount of pressure will cause water to enter the\nwatch. Every watch will have a limit. If a watch is said to be waterproof, it\nwill likely just have a high level of water resistance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Water\nResistant<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nIf\na watch is said to be simply \u2018water resistant\u2019, it is likely that it is\nresistant to very small amounts of water. It will be safe to wear these watches\nin small rain showers as they should be able to withstand accidental splashes of\nwater. Watches with this rating should not be submerged in water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
30\nmetres (3 bar\/3ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nA\nwatch with a water resistance rating of up to 30 metres (3 bar\/3ATM) can withstand\nsmall accidental splashes. It will be very similar to a watch that is said to\nbe simply \u2018water resistant\u2019. Some watches that are water resistant to 3 bar can\nbe worn in the shower if they have recently been resealed, but it is always best\nto check with the manufacturer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
50\nmetres (5 bar\/5ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nA\nwater resistance rating of 50 metres means that the watch will be resilient to\nsplashes, showers and some light swimming. It is advisable to avoid sudden\npressure changes, so watches with this rating should not be worn for any kind\nof diving activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
![\"A](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/scuba-diving-79606_1920-1024x595.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n100\nmetres (10 bar\/10ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nWatches\nthat are listed as having a water resistance rating of up to 100 metres are\nsuitable for swimming and snorkelling. A watch with this rating will be very\nresilient to daily life and can be worn for showering and handwashing without any\nfear of damaging the watch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
200\nmetres (20 bar\/20ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nThis\nis considered a rather high water resistance rating for a watch. Timepieces\nwith a water resistance rating of up to 20 bar can be worn for swimming,\nhigh-impact waters sports and scuba diving. A watch with this rating would be\nperfect for avid swimmers and surfers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
300\nmetres (30 bar\/30ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nA\nwatch that is said to be water resistant up to 300 metres can be worn for all\nhigh-impact water sports. It could also be worn for scuba diving and saturation\ndiving. This high level of water resistance is perfect for someone who loves water-based\nadventure with their wristwatch as a reliable companion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tips\nfor Maintaining the Water Resistance of a Watch<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/alex-perez-AIfbUyzhKz0-unsplash-683x1024.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n- To\nensure that the water resistance rating is maintained, and the watch properly\nlooked after, the watch should be tested by the manufacturer. It is often\nrecommended that the water resistance of a watch be tested annually, but it may\nbe worth testing more frequently if the timepiece is often pushed to the\nlimits. <\/li>
- Water\nresistance ratings rely on the seals being intact. These seals can be damaged\nor disturbed when the battery is replaced. For this reason, it is advisable to\nhave the battery in the watch replaced by the manufacturer in order to be\nconfident that the seals have not been compromised by the process. <\/li>
- Whilst\nthe watch itself may be water resistant, the same is not necessarily true for the\nstrap. Care should be taken when selecting a strap to ensure that it can withstand\ncontact to water. <\/li>
- If\na watch is worn when swimming in salt water, it may be necessary to rinse the\nwatch in fresh water afterwards, Salt water can be corrosive and could cause\ndamage to the case of the watch. Rinsing with fresh water should clean the\nwatch of salt and prevent corrosion. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Water\nResistant Watch Recommendations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nRADO Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Black Rubber R32127156<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"RADO](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WR-1-634x1024.jpeg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe Rado<\/a> Captain Cook collection is part of the brand\u2019s Tradition collection which is inspired by designs from the 1950s and 1960s. This gives the watches a traditional vintage design, but Rado have ensured to add a contemporary twist. This watch uses the classic Captain Cook design with the addition of high-tech ceramic which is one of watchmaking\u2019s newest and most technologically advanced materials. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThis watch has a skeleton dial that is protected by black tinted sapphire crystal that is treated with an anti-reflective coating. The dial exhibits large luminescent indices and rhodium plated hands. The dial is surrounded by a ridged stainless steel bezel that features a high-tech ceramic insert. A black high-tech ceramic case houses an automatic movement of the calibre R734 which gives the watch a power reserve of up to 80 hours. This model is water resistant up to 300 metres (30 bar), so it can be worn for a wide range of swimming and diving activities. The watch is finished with a black rubber strap that fastens with a stainless steel extendable folding clasp. The rubber strap will ensure for comfortable wear when worn in the water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Squale MATIC LIGHT BLUE LEATHER | Automatic | Blue Dial | Brown Leather Strap MATICXSE.PTC-CINU1565CM<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"Squale](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WR-2.jpeg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThis\nSquale model will be eye-catching on the wrist due to its bold blue dial. The\ndial exhibits silver baton indices and a date aperture in the 3 o\u2019clock position.\nThe hour hand is silver, and the minute hand is orange, ensuring that the dial\nis easy to read at a glance. The watch is powered by an automatic ETA 2824-2\nmovement which is housed in the polished stainless steel case. The case\nmeasures 44mm in diameter. A light blue and white unidirectional rotating bezel\nsurrounds the dial, giving the watch additional functionality as a diving watch.\nThis model features a screw-in crown and case back to aid with the water resistance\nrating, allowing the watch to be water resistant up to 60 ATMOS. This watch is\nsecured on the wrist with a classic light brown leather strap that fastens with\na pin buckle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Longines Heritage Legend Diver Blue Leather Strap L37744902<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"Longines](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WR-3-600x1024.jpeg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe\nLongines Legend Diver watch is a relaunch of a model that the brand produced in\n1960. Longines have made use of the original design and have powered it with a\nmodern mechanism to ensure for a better performance. This watch has a blue\ngradient dial with clear indices and hands and a date aperture at 3 o\u2019clock.\nThe watch exhibits an internal diving flange with domed sapphire crystal protecting\nthe dial. This model is powered by an automatic L888 self-winding mechanical\nmovement. It beats at 25,200 vibrations per hour and gives the watch a power\nreserve of up to 72 hours. A stainless steel case frames the dial and measures\n42mm in diameter and 12.7mm in thickness to provide a comfortable fit on the\nwrist. The watch is finished with a brown leather strap that fastens with a pin\nbuckle. This model is water resistant up to 300 metres (30 bar), making it the\nperfect model for water sports enthusiasts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alsta Nautoscaph Superautomatic 1970 Re-Edition Metal Bracelet SUPERAUTOMATIC-BRACELET<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"Alsta](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WR-4-535x1024.jpeg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nAlsta are famous for their long history of producing diver\u2019s watches. The brand rose to fame when the Superautomatic was worn by Richard Dreyfuss in the movie Jaws<\/a>. Alsta have managed to maintain the iconic design of the original Superautomatic model but have updated it with modern technologies to ensure for high performance. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThis model is a limited edition with only 1975 pieces having been made. This makes it a highly desirable collector\u2019s item. The watch has a black dial with luminescent hands and indices to ensure that the dial can be read in the dark and underwater. Sapphire crystal protects the dial and a satin-finished stainless steel case frames it. The 38mm case houses a Seiko NH35A automatic movement. The screw-in crown aids in the water resistance rating of up to 300 metres (30 bar). This rating allows the watch to be worn for a variety of swimming and diving activities. This model is secured on the wrist with a stainless steel porthole bracelet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
ORIS Aquis Depth Gauge Stainless Steel 01 733 7755 4154-SET MB<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"ORIS](\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WR-5-669x1024.jpeg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThis Oris watch features a black dial\u00ad with large luminescent indices and hands. The dial is surrounded by a black ceramic bezel and protected by anti-reflective sapphire glass. An automatic movement is housed in the stainless steel case. The movement gives the watch a power reserve of up to 38 hours. This watch is unusual due to its unique feature of the Aquis Depth Gauge. This gauge allows water to enter through a small hole into a milled channel around the sapphire crystal. There is a watermark to clearly indicate the depth at which the diver is. This model is precisely engineered for diving, meaning that it is water resistant up to 500 metres (50 bar). This watch is finished with a stainless steel bracelet that fastens with a security folding clasp with an extension to ensure it can be made to fit a range of wrist sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What are your thoughts on our guide to watch water resistance? Will you be adding a water resistant watch to your collection? Let us know in the comments below!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nIt\nis important to know what the water resistance rating of a watch means before wearing\nit for an activity that may cause it damage. The water resistance of a watch\ncan often be found written on the dial or case back. However, if there is any\nuncertainty surrounding the rating of a watch, it is always best to check with\nthe manufacturer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some\nwatch brands list their watches as being waterproof. This is not strictly true\nas it would imply that no amount of pressure will cause water to enter the\nwatch. Every watch will have a limit. If a watch is said to be waterproof, it\nwill likely just have a high level of water resistance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Water\nResistant<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nIf\na watch is said to be simply \u2018water resistant\u2019, it is likely that it is\nresistant to very small amounts of water. It will be safe to wear these watches\nin small rain showers as they should be able to withstand accidental splashes of\nwater. Watches with this rating should not be submerged in water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
30\nmetres (3 bar\/3ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nA\nwatch with a water resistance rating of up to 30 metres (3 bar\/3ATM) can withstand\nsmall accidental splashes. It will be very similar to a watch that is said to\nbe simply \u2018water resistant\u2019. Some watches that are water resistant to 3 bar can\nbe worn in the shower if they have recently been resealed, but it is always best\nto check with the manufacturer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
50\nmetres (5 bar\/5ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nA\nwater resistance rating of 50 metres means that the watch will be resilient to\nsplashes, showers and some light swimming. It is advisable to avoid sudden\npressure changes, so watches with this rating should not be worn for any kind\nof diving activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n100\nmetres (10 bar\/10ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nWatches\nthat are listed as having a water resistance rating of up to 100 metres are\nsuitable for swimming and snorkelling. A watch with this rating will be very\nresilient to daily life and can be worn for showering and handwashing without any\nfear of damaging the watch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
200\nmetres (20 bar\/20ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nThis\nis considered a rather high water resistance rating for a watch. Timepieces\nwith a water resistance rating of up to 20 bar can be worn for swimming,\nhigh-impact waters sports and scuba diving. A watch with this rating would be\nperfect for avid swimmers and surfers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
300\nmetres (30 bar\/30ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nA\nwatch that is said to be water resistant up to 300 metres can be worn for all\nhigh-impact water sports. It could also be worn for scuba diving and saturation\ndiving. This high level of water resistance is perfect for someone who loves water-based\nadventure with their wristwatch as a reliable companion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tips\nfor Maintaining the Water Resistance of a Watch<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n- To\nensure that the water resistance rating is maintained, and the watch properly\nlooked after, the watch should be tested by the manufacturer. It is often\nrecommended that the water resistance of a watch be tested annually, but it may\nbe worth testing more frequently if the timepiece is often pushed to the\nlimits. <\/li>
- Water\nresistance ratings rely on the seals being intact. These seals can be damaged\nor disturbed when the battery is replaced. For this reason, it is advisable to\nhave the battery in the watch replaced by the manufacturer in order to be\nconfident that the seals have not been compromised by the process. <\/li>
- Whilst\nthe watch itself may be water resistant, the same is not necessarily true for the\nstrap. Care should be taken when selecting a strap to ensure that it can withstand\ncontact to water. <\/li>
- If\na watch is worn when swimming in salt water, it may be necessary to rinse the\nwatch in fresh water afterwards, Salt water can be corrosive and could cause\ndamage to the case of the watch. Rinsing with fresh water should clean the\nwatch of salt and prevent corrosion. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Water\nResistant Watch Recommendations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nRADO Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Black Rubber R32127156<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe Rado<\/a> Captain Cook collection is part of the brand\u2019s Tradition collection which is inspired by designs from the 1950s and 1960s. This gives the watches a traditional vintage design, but Rado have ensured to add a contemporary twist. This watch uses the classic Captain Cook design with the addition of high-tech ceramic which is one of watchmaking\u2019s newest and most technologically advanced materials. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThis watch has a skeleton dial that is protected by black tinted sapphire crystal that is treated with an anti-reflective coating. The dial exhibits large luminescent indices and rhodium plated hands. The dial is surrounded by a ridged stainless steel bezel that features a high-tech ceramic insert. A black high-tech ceramic case houses an automatic movement of the calibre R734 which gives the watch a power reserve of up to 80 hours. This model is water resistant up to 300 metres (30 bar), so it can be worn for a wide range of swimming and diving activities. The watch is finished with a black rubber strap that fastens with a stainless steel extendable folding clasp. The rubber strap will ensure for comfortable wear when worn in the water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Squale MATIC LIGHT BLUE LEATHER | Automatic | Blue Dial | Brown Leather Strap MATICXSE.PTC-CINU1565CM<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThis\nSquale model will be eye-catching on the wrist due to its bold blue dial. The\ndial exhibits silver baton indices and a date aperture in the 3 o\u2019clock position.\nThe hour hand is silver, and the minute hand is orange, ensuring that the dial\nis easy to read at a glance. The watch is powered by an automatic ETA 2824-2\nmovement which is housed in the polished stainless steel case. The case\nmeasures 44mm in diameter. A light blue and white unidirectional rotating bezel\nsurrounds the dial, giving the watch additional functionality as a diving watch.\nThis model features a screw-in crown and case back to aid with the water resistance\nrating, allowing the watch to be water resistant up to 60 ATMOS. This watch is\nsecured on the wrist with a classic light brown leather strap that fastens with\na pin buckle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Longines Heritage Legend Diver Blue Leather Strap L37744902<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe\nLongines Legend Diver watch is a relaunch of a model that the brand produced in\n1960. Longines have made use of the original design and have powered it with a\nmodern mechanism to ensure for a better performance. This watch has a blue\ngradient dial with clear indices and hands and a date aperture at 3 o\u2019clock.\nThe watch exhibits an internal diving flange with domed sapphire crystal protecting\nthe dial. This model is powered by an automatic L888 self-winding mechanical\nmovement. It beats at 25,200 vibrations per hour and gives the watch a power\nreserve of up to 72 hours. A stainless steel case frames the dial and measures\n42mm in diameter and 12.7mm in thickness to provide a comfortable fit on the\nwrist. The watch is finished with a brown leather strap that fastens with a pin\nbuckle. This model is water resistant up to 300 metres (30 bar), making it the\nperfect model for water sports enthusiasts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alsta Nautoscaph Superautomatic 1970 Re-Edition Metal Bracelet SUPERAUTOMATIC-BRACELET<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nAlsta are famous for their long history of producing diver\u2019s watches. The brand rose to fame when the Superautomatic was worn by Richard Dreyfuss in the movie Jaws<\/a>. Alsta have managed to maintain the iconic design of the original Superautomatic model but have updated it with modern technologies to ensure for high performance. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThis model is a limited edition with only 1975 pieces having been made. This makes it a highly desirable collector\u2019s item. The watch has a black dial with luminescent hands and indices to ensure that the dial can be read in the dark and underwater. Sapphire crystal protects the dial and a satin-finished stainless steel case frames it. The 38mm case houses a Seiko NH35A automatic movement. The screw-in crown aids in the water resistance rating of up to 300 metres (30 bar). This rating allows the watch to be worn for a variety of swimming and diving activities. This model is secured on the wrist with a stainless steel porthole bracelet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
ORIS Aquis Depth Gauge Stainless Steel 01 733 7755 4154-SET MB<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThis Oris watch features a black dial\u00ad with large luminescent indices and hands. The dial is surrounded by a black ceramic bezel and protected by anti-reflective sapphire glass. An automatic movement is housed in the stainless steel case. The movement gives the watch a power reserve of up to 38 hours. This watch is unusual due to its unique feature of the Aquis Depth Gauge. This gauge allows water to enter through a small hole into a milled channel around the sapphire crystal. There is a watermark to clearly indicate the depth at which the diver is. This model is precisely engineered for diving, meaning that it is water resistant up to 500 metres (50 bar). This watch is finished with a stainless steel bracelet that fastens with a security folding clasp with an extension to ensure it can be made to fit a range of wrist sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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A\nwatch with a water resistance rating of up to 30 metres (3 bar\/3ATM) can withstand\nsmall accidental splashes. It will be very similar to a watch that is said to\nbe simply \u2018water resistant\u2019. Some watches that are water resistant to 3 bar can\nbe worn in the shower if they have recently been resealed, but it is always best\nto check with the manufacturer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
50\nmetres (5 bar\/5ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nA\nwater resistance rating of 50 metres means that the watch will be resilient to\nsplashes, showers and some light swimming. It is advisable to avoid sudden\npressure changes, so watches with this rating should not be worn for any kind\nof diving activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n100\nmetres (10 bar\/10ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nWatches\nthat are listed as having a water resistance rating of up to 100 metres are\nsuitable for swimming and snorkelling. A watch with this rating will be very\nresilient to daily life and can be worn for showering and handwashing without any\nfear of damaging the watch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
200\nmetres (20 bar\/20ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nThis\nis considered a rather high water resistance rating for a watch. Timepieces\nwith a water resistance rating of up to 20 bar can be worn for swimming,\nhigh-impact waters sports and scuba diving. A watch with this rating would be\nperfect for avid swimmers and surfers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
300\nmetres (30 bar\/30ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nA\nwatch that is said to be water resistant up to 300 metres can be worn for all\nhigh-impact water sports. It could also be worn for scuba diving and saturation\ndiving. This high level of water resistance is perfect for someone who loves water-based\nadventure with their wristwatch as a reliable companion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tips\nfor Maintaining the Water Resistance of a Watch<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n- To\nensure that the water resistance rating is maintained, and the watch properly\nlooked after, the watch should be tested by the manufacturer. It is often\nrecommended that the water resistance of a watch be tested annually, but it may\nbe worth testing more frequently if the timepiece is often pushed to the\nlimits. <\/li>
- Water\nresistance ratings rely on the seals being intact. These seals can be damaged\nor disturbed when the battery is replaced. For this reason, it is advisable to\nhave the battery in the watch replaced by the manufacturer in order to be\nconfident that the seals have not been compromised by the process. <\/li>
- Whilst\nthe watch itself may be water resistant, the same is not necessarily true for the\nstrap. Care should be taken when selecting a strap to ensure that it can withstand\ncontact to water. <\/li>
- If\na watch is worn when swimming in salt water, it may be necessary to rinse the\nwatch in fresh water afterwards, Salt water can be corrosive and could cause\ndamage to the case of the watch. Rinsing with fresh water should clean the\nwatch of salt and prevent corrosion. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Water\nResistant Watch Recommendations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nRADO Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Black Rubber R32127156<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe Rado<\/a> Captain Cook collection is part of the brand\u2019s Tradition collection which is inspired by designs from the 1950s and 1960s. This gives the watches a traditional vintage design, but Rado have ensured to add a contemporary twist. This watch uses the classic Captain Cook design with the addition of high-tech ceramic which is one of watchmaking\u2019s newest and most technologically advanced materials. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThis watch has a skeleton dial that is protected by black tinted sapphire crystal that is treated with an anti-reflective coating. The dial exhibits large luminescent indices and rhodium plated hands. The dial is surrounded by a ridged stainless steel bezel that features a high-tech ceramic insert. A black high-tech ceramic case houses an automatic movement of the calibre R734 which gives the watch a power reserve of up to 80 hours. This model is water resistant up to 300 metres (30 bar), so it can be worn for a wide range of swimming and diving activities. The watch is finished with a black rubber strap that fastens with a stainless steel extendable folding clasp. The rubber strap will ensure for comfortable wear when worn in the water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Squale MATIC LIGHT BLUE LEATHER | Automatic | Blue Dial | Brown Leather Strap MATICXSE.PTC-CINU1565CM<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThis\nSquale model will be eye-catching on the wrist due to its bold blue dial. The\ndial exhibits silver baton indices and a date aperture in the 3 o\u2019clock position.\nThe hour hand is silver, and the minute hand is orange, ensuring that the dial\nis easy to read at a glance. The watch is powered by an automatic ETA 2824-2\nmovement which is housed in the polished stainless steel case. The case\nmeasures 44mm in diameter. A light blue and white unidirectional rotating bezel\nsurrounds the dial, giving the watch additional functionality as a diving watch.\nThis model features a screw-in crown and case back to aid with the water resistance\nrating, allowing the watch to be water resistant up to 60 ATMOS. This watch is\nsecured on the wrist with a classic light brown leather strap that fastens with\na pin buckle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Longines Heritage Legend Diver Blue Leather Strap L37744902<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe\nLongines Legend Diver watch is a relaunch of a model that the brand produced in\n1960. Longines have made use of the original design and have powered it with a\nmodern mechanism to ensure for a better performance. This watch has a blue\ngradient dial with clear indices and hands and a date aperture at 3 o\u2019clock.\nThe watch exhibits an internal diving flange with domed sapphire crystal protecting\nthe dial. This model is powered by an automatic L888 self-winding mechanical\nmovement. It beats at 25,200 vibrations per hour and gives the watch a power\nreserve of up to 72 hours. A stainless steel case frames the dial and measures\n42mm in diameter and 12.7mm in thickness to provide a comfortable fit on the\nwrist. The watch is finished with a brown leather strap that fastens with a pin\nbuckle. This model is water resistant up to 300 metres (30 bar), making it the\nperfect model for water sports enthusiasts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alsta Nautoscaph Superautomatic 1970 Re-Edition Metal Bracelet SUPERAUTOMATIC-BRACELET<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nAlsta are famous for their long history of producing diver\u2019s watches. The brand rose to fame when the Superautomatic was worn by Richard Dreyfuss in the movie Jaws<\/a>. Alsta have managed to maintain the iconic design of the original Superautomatic model but have updated it with modern technologies to ensure for high performance. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThis model is a limited edition with only 1975 pieces having been made. This makes it a highly desirable collector\u2019s item. The watch has a black dial with luminescent hands and indices to ensure that the dial can be read in the dark and underwater. Sapphire crystal protects the dial and a satin-finished stainless steel case frames it. The 38mm case houses a Seiko NH35A automatic movement. The screw-in crown aids in the water resistance rating of up to 300 metres (30 bar). This rating allows the watch to be worn for a variety of swimming and diving activities. This model is secured on the wrist with a stainless steel porthole bracelet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
ORIS Aquis Depth Gauge Stainless Steel 01 733 7755 4154-SET MB<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThis Oris watch features a black dial\u00ad with large luminescent indices and hands. The dial is surrounded by a black ceramic bezel and protected by anti-reflective sapphire glass. An automatic movement is housed in the stainless steel case. The movement gives the watch a power reserve of up to 38 hours. This watch is unusual due to its unique feature of the Aquis Depth Gauge. This gauge allows water to enter through a small hole into a milled channel around the sapphire crystal. There is a watermark to clearly indicate the depth at which the diver is. This model is precisely engineered for diving, meaning that it is water resistant up to 500 metres (50 bar). This watch is finished with a stainless steel bracelet that fastens with a security folding clasp with an extension to ensure it can be made to fit a range of wrist sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n100\nmetres (10 bar\/10ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nWatches\nthat are listed as having a water resistance rating of up to 100 metres are\nsuitable for swimming and snorkelling. A watch with this rating will be very\nresilient to daily life and can be worn for showering and handwashing without any\nfear of damaging the watch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
200\nmetres (20 bar\/20ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nThis\nis considered a rather high water resistance rating for a watch. Timepieces\nwith a water resistance rating of up to 20 bar can be worn for swimming,\nhigh-impact waters sports and scuba diving. A watch with this rating would be\nperfect for avid swimmers and surfers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
300\nmetres (30 bar\/30ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nA\nwatch that is said to be water resistant up to 300 metres can be worn for all\nhigh-impact water sports. It could also be worn for scuba diving and saturation\ndiving. This high level of water resistance is perfect for someone who loves water-based\nadventure with their wristwatch as a reliable companion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tips\nfor Maintaining the Water Resistance of a Watch<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n- To\nensure that the water resistance rating is maintained, and the watch properly\nlooked after, the watch should be tested by the manufacturer. It is often\nrecommended that the water resistance of a watch be tested annually, but it may\nbe worth testing more frequently if the timepiece is often pushed to the\nlimits. <\/li>
- Water\nresistance ratings rely on the seals being intact. These seals can be damaged\nor disturbed when the battery is replaced. For this reason, it is advisable to\nhave the battery in the watch replaced by the manufacturer in order to be\nconfident that the seals have not been compromised by the process. <\/li>
- Whilst\nthe watch itself may be water resistant, the same is not necessarily true for the\nstrap. Care should be taken when selecting a strap to ensure that it can withstand\ncontact to water. <\/li>
- If\na watch is worn when swimming in salt water, it may be necessary to rinse the\nwatch in fresh water afterwards, Salt water can be corrosive and could cause\ndamage to the case of the watch. Rinsing with fresh water should clean the\nwatch of salt and prevent corrosion. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Water\nResistant Watch Recommendations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nRADO Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Black Rubber R32127156<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe Rado<\/a> Captain Cook collection is part of the brand\u2019s Tradition collection which is inspired by designs from the 1950s and 1960s. This gives the watches a traditional vintage design, but Rado have ensured to add a contemporary twist. This watch uses the classic Captain Cook design with the addition of high-tech ceramic which is one of watchmaking\u2019s newest and most technologically advanced materials. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThis watch has a skeleton dial that is protected by black tinted sapphire crystal that is treated with an anti-reflective coating. The dial exhibits large luminescent indices and rhodium plated hands. The dial is surrounded by a ridged stainless steel bezel that features a high-tech ceramic insert. A black high-tech ceramic case houses an automatic movement of the calibre R734 which gives the watch a power reserve of up to 80 hours. This model is water resistant up to 300 metres (30 bar), so it can be worn for a wide range of swimming and diving activities. The watch is finished with a black rubber strap that fastens with a stainless steel extendable folding clasp. The rubber strap will ensure for comfortable wear when worn in the water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Squale MATIC LIGHT BLUE LEATHER | Automatic | Blue Dial | Brown Leather Strap MATICXSE.PTC-CINU1565CM<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThis\nSquale model will be eye-catching on the wrist due to its bold blue dial. The\ndial exhibits silver baton indices and a date aperture in the 3 o\u2019clock position.\nThe hour hand is silver, and the minute hand is orange, ensuring that the dial\nis easy to read at a glance. The watch is powered by an automatic ETA 2824-2\nmovement which is housed in the polished stainless steel case. The case\nmeasures 44mm in diameter. A light blue and white unidirectional rotating bezel\nsurrounds the dial, giving the watch additional functionality as a diving watch.\nThis model features a screw-in crown and case back to aid with the water resistance\nrating, allowing the watch to be water resistant up to 60 ATMOS. This watch is\nsecured on the wrist with a classic light brown leather strap that fastens with\na pin buckle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Longines Heritage Legend Diver Blue Leather Strap L37744902<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe\nLongines Legend Diver watch is a relaunch of a model that the brand produced in\n1960. Longines have made use of the original design and have powered it with a\nmodern mechanism to ensure for a better performance. This watch has a blue\ngradient dial with clear indices and hands and a date aperture at 3 o\u2019clock.\nThe watch exhibits an internal diving flange with domed sapphire crystal protecting\nthe dial. This model is powered by an automatic L888 self-winding mechanical\nmovement. It beats at 25,200 vibrations per hour and gives the watch a power\nreserve of up to 72 hours. A stainless steel case frames the dial and measures\n42mm in diameter and 12.7mm in thickness to provide a comfortable fit on the\nwrist. The watch is finished with a brown leather strap that fastens with a pin\nbuckle. This model is water resistant up to 300 metres (30 bar), making it the\nperfect model for water sports enthusiasts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alsta Nautoscaph Superautomatic 1970 Re-Edition Metal Bracelet SUPERAUTOMATIC-BRACELET<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nAlsta are famous for their long history of producing diver\u2019s watches. The brand rose to fame when the Superautomatic was worn by Richard Dreyfuss in the movie Jaws<\/a>. Alsta have managed to maintain the iconic design of the original Superautomatic model but have updated it with modern technologies to ensure for high performance. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThis model is a limited edition with only 1975 pieces having been made. This makes it a highly desirable collector\u2019s item. The watch has a black dial with luminescent hands and indices to ensure that the dial can be read in the dark and underwater. Sapphire crystal protects the dial and a satin-finished stainless steel case frames it. The 38mm case houses a Seiko NH35A automatic movement. The screw-in crown aids in the water resistance rating of up to 300 metres (30 bar). This rating allows the watch to be worn for a variety of swimming and diving activities. This model is secured on the wrist with a stainless steel porthole bracelet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
ORIS Aquis Depth Gauge Stainless Steel 01 733 7755 4154-SET MB<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThis Oris watch features a black dial\u00ad with large luminescent indices and hands. The dial is surrounded by a black ceramic bezel and protected by anti-reflective sapphire glass. An automatic movement is housed in the stainless steel case. The movement gives the watch a power reserve of up to 38 hours. This watch is unusual due to its unique feature of the Aquis Depth Gauge. This gauge allows water to enter through a small hole into a milled channel around the sapphire crystal. There is a watermark to clearly indicate the depth at which the diver is. This model is precisely engineered for diving, meaning that it is water resistant up to 500 metres (50 bar). This watch is finished with a stainless steel bracelet that fastens with a security folding clasp with an extension to ensure it can be made to fit a range of wrist sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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This\nis considered a rather high water resistance rating for a watch. Timepieces\nwith a water resistance rating of up to 20 bar can be worn for swimming,\nhigh-impact waters sports and scuba diving. A watch with this rating would be\nperfect for avid swimmers and surfers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
300\nmetres (30 bar\/30ATM)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nA\nwatch that is said to be water resistant up to 300 metres can be worn for all\nhigh-impact water sports. It could also be worn for scuba diving and saturation\ndiving. This high level of water resistance is perfect for someone who loves water-based\nadventure with their wristwatch as a reliable companion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tips\nfor Maintaining the Water Resistance of a Watch<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n- To\nensure that the water resistance rating is maintained, and the watch properly\nlooked after, the watch should be tested by the manufacturer. It is often\nrecommended that the water resistance of a watch be tested annually, but it may\nbe worth testing more frequently if the timepiece is often pushed to the\nlimits. <\/li>
- Water\nresistance ratings rely on the seals being intact. These seals can be damaged\nor disturbed when the battery is replaced. For this reason, it is advisable to\nhave the battery in the watch replaced by the manufacturer in order to be\nconfident that the seals have not been compromised by the process. <\/li>
- Whilst\nthe watch itself may be water resistant, the same is not necessarily true for the\nstrap. Care should be taken when selecting a strap to ensure that it can withstand\ncontact to water. <\/li>
- If\na watch is worn when swimming in salt water, it may be necessary to rinse the\nwatch in fresh water afterwards, Salt water can be corrosive and could cause\ndamage to the case of the watch. Rinsing with fresh water should clean the\nwatch of salt and prevent corrosion. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Water\nResistant Watch Recommendations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nRADO Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Black Rubber R32127156<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe Rado<\/a> Captain Cook collection is part of the brand\u2019s Tradition collection which is inspired by designs from the 1950s and 1960s. This gives the watches a traditional vintage design, but Rado have ensured to add a contemporary twist. This watch uses the classic Captain Cook design with the addition of high-tech ceramic which is one of watchmaking\u2019s newest and most technologically advanced materials. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThis watch has a skeleton dial that is protected by black tinted sapphire crystal that is treated with an anti-reflective coating. The dial exhibits large luminescent indices and rhodium plated hands. The dial is surrounded by a ridged stainless steel bezel that features a high-tech ceramic insert. A black high-tech ceramic case houses an automatic movement of the calibre R734 which gives the watch a power reserve of up to 80 hours. This model is water resistant up to 300 metres (30 bar), so it can be worn for a wide range of swimming and diving activities. The watch is finished with a black rubber strap that fastens with a stainless steel extendable folding clasp. The rubber strap will ensure for comfortable wear when worn in the water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Squale MATIC LIGHT BLUE LEATHER | Automatic | Blue Dial | Brown Leather Strap MATICXSE.PTC-CINU1565CM<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThis\nSquale model will be eye-catching on the wrist due to its bold blue dial. The\ndial exhibits silver baton indices and a date aperture in the 3 o\u2019clock position.\nThe hour hand is silver, and the minute hand is orange, ensuring that the dial\nis easy to read at a glance. The watch is powered by an automatic ETA 2824-2\nmovement which is housed in the polished stainless steel case. The case\nmeasures 44mm in diameter. A light blue and white unidirectional rotating bezel\nsurrounds the dial, giving the watch additional functionality as a diving watch.\nThis model features a screw-in crown and case back to aid with the water resistance\nrating, allowing the watch to be water resistant up to 60 ATMOS. This watch is\nsecured on the wrist with a classic light brown leather strap that fastens with\na pin buckle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Longines Heritage Legend Diver Blue Leather Strap L37744902<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe\nLongines Legend Diver watch is a relaunch of a model that the brand produced in\n1960. Longines have made use of the original design and have powered it with a\nmodern mechanism to ensure for a better performance. This watch has a blue\ngradient dial with clear indices and hands and a date aperture at 3 o\u2019clock.\nThe watch exhibits an internal diving flange with domed sapphire crystal protecting\nthe dial. This model is powered by an automatic L888 self-winding mechanical\nmovement. It beats at 25,200 vibrations per hour and gives the watch a power\nreserve of up to 72 hours. A stainless steel case frames the dial and measures\n42mm in diameter and 12.7mm in thickness to provide a comfortable fit on the\nwrist. The watch is finished with a brown leather strap that fastens with a pin\nbuckle. This model is water resistant up to 300 metres (30 bar), making it the\nperfect model for water sports enthusiasts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alsta Nautoscaph Superautomatic 1970 Re-Edition Metal Bracelet SUPERAUTOMATIC-BRACELET<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nAlsta are famous for their long history of producing diver\u2019s watches. The brand rose to fame when the Superautomatic was worn by Richard Dreyfuss in the movie Jaws<\/a>. Alsta have managed to maintain the iconic design of the original Superautomatic model but have updated it with modern technologies to ensure for high performance. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThis model is a limited edition with only 1975 pieces having been made. This makes it a highly desirable collector\u2019s item. The watch has a black dial with luminescent hands and indices to ensure that the dial can be read in the dark and underwater. Sapphire crystal protects the dial and a satin-finished stainless steel case frames it. The 38mm case houses a Seiko NH35A automatic movement. The screw-in crown aids in the water resistance rating of up to 300 metres (30 bar). This rating allows the watch to be worn for a variety of swimming and diving activities. This model is secured on the wrist with a stainless steel porthole bracelet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
ORIS Aquis Depth Gauge Stainless Steel 01 733 7755 4154-SET MB<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThis Oris watch features a black dial\u00ad with large luminescent indices and hands. The dial is surrounded by a black ceramic bezel and protected by anti-reflective sapphire glass. An automatic movement is housed in the stainless steel case. The movement gives the watch a power reserve of up to 38 hours. This watch is unusual due to its unique feature of the Aquis Depth Gauge. This gauge allows water to enter through a small hole into a milled channel around the sapphire crystal. There is a watermark to clearly indicate the depth at which the diver is. This model is precisely engineered for diving, meaning that it is water resistant up to 500 metres (50 bar). This watch is finished with a stainless steel bracelet that fastens with a security folding clasp with an extension to ensure it can be made to fit a range of wrist sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What are your thoughts on our guide to watch water resistance? Will you be adding a water resistant watch to your collection? Let us know in the comments below!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n- To\nensure that the water resistance rating is maintained, and the watch properly\nlooked after, the watch should be tested by the manufacturer. It is often\nrecommended that the water resistance of a watch be tested annually, but it may\nbe worth testing more frequently if the timepiece is often pushed to the\nlimits. <\/li>
- Water\nresistance ratings rely on the seals being intact. These seals can be damaged\nor disturbed when the battery is replaced. For this reason, it is advisable to\nhave the battery in the watch replaced by the manufacturer in order to be\nconfident that the seals have not been compromised by the process. <\/li>
- Whilst\nthe watch itself may be water resistant, the same is not necessarily true for the\nstrap. Care should be taken when selecting a strap to ensure that it can withstand\ncontact to water. <\/li>
- If\na watch is worn when swimming in salt water, it may be necessary to rinse the\nwatch in fresh water afterwards, Salt water can be corrosive and could cause\ndamage to the case of the watch. Rinsing with fresh water should clean the\nwatch of salt and prevent corrosion. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Water\nResistant Watch Recommendations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
RADO Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Black Rubber R32127156<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe Rado<\/a> Captain Cook collection is part of the brand\u2019s Tradition collection which is inspired by designs from the 1950s and 1960s. This gives the watches a traditional vintage design, but Rado have ensured to add a contemporary twist. This watch uses the classic Captain Cook design with the addition of high-tech ceramic which is one of watchmaking\u2019s newest and most technologically advanced materials. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This watch has a skeleton dial that is protected by black tinted sapphire crystal that is treated with an anti-reflective coating. The dial exhibits large luminescent indices and rhodium plated hands. The dial is surrounded by a ridged stainless steel bezel that features a high-tech ceramic insert. A black high-tech ceramic case houses an automatic movement of the calibre R734 which gives the watch a power reserve of up to 80 hours. This model is water resistant up to 300 metres (30 bar), so it can be worn for a wide range of swimming and diving activities. The watch is finished with a black rubber strap that fastens with a stainless steel extendable folding clasp. The rubber strap will ensure for comfortable wear when worn in the water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Squale MATIC LIGHT BLUE LEATHER | Automatic | Blue Dial | Brown Leather Strap MATICXSE.PTC-CINU1565CM<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThis\nSquale model will be eye-catching on the wrist due to its bold blue dial. The\ndial exhibits silver baton indices and a date aperture in the 3 o\u2019clock position.\nThe hour hand is silver, and the minute hand is orange, ensuring that the dial\nis easy to read at a glance. The watch is powered by an automatic ETA 2824-2\nmovement which is housed in the polished stainless steel case. The case\nmeasures 44mm in diameter. A light blue and white unidirectional rotating bezel\nsurrounds the dial, giving the watch additional functionality as a diving watch.\nThis model features a screw-in crown and case back to aid with the water resistance\nrating, allowing the watch to be water resistant up to 60 ATMOS. This watch is\nsecured on the wrist with a classic light brown leather strap that fastens with\na pin buckle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Longines Heritage Legend Diver Blue Leather Strap L37744902<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThe\nLongines Legend Diver watch is a relaunch of a model that the brand produced in\n1960. Longines have made use of the original design and have powered it with a\nmodern mechanism to ensure for a better performance. This watch has a blue\ngradient dial with clear indices and hands and a date aperture at 3 o\u2019clock.\nThe watch exhibits an internal diving flange with domed sapphire crystal protecting\nthe dial. This model is powered by an automatic L888 self-winding mechanical\nmovement. It beats at 25,200 vibrations per hour and gives the watch a power\nreserve of up to 72 hours. A stainless steel case frames the dial and measures\n42mm in diameter and 12.7mm in thickness to provide a comfortable fit on the\nwrist. The watch is finished with a brown leather strap that fastens with a pin\nbuckle. This model is water resistant up to 300 metres (30 bar), making it the\nperfect model for water sports enthusiasts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alsta Nautoscaph Superautomatic 1970 Re-Edition Metal Bracelet SUPERAUTOMATIC-BRACELET<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nAlsta are famous for their long history of producing diver\u2019s watches. The brand rose to fame when the Superautomatic was worn by Richard Dreyfuss in the movie Jaws<\/a>. Alsta have managed to maintain the iconic design of the original Superautomatic model but have updated it with modern technologies to ensure for high performance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This model is a limited edition with only 1975 pieces having been made. This makes it a highly desirable collector\u2019s item. The watch has a black dial with luminescent hands and indices to ensure that the dial can be read in the dark and underwater. Sapphire crystal protects the dial and a satin-finished stainless steel case frames it. The 38mm case houses a Seiko NH35A automatic movement. The screw-in crown aids in the water resistance rating of up to 300 metres (30 bar). This rating allows the watch to be worn for a variety of swimming and diving activities. This model is secured on the wrist with a stainless steel porthole bracelet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
ORIS Aquis Depth Gauge Stainless Steel 01 733 7755 4154-SET MB<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThis Oris watch features a black dial\u00ad with large luminescent indices and hands. The dial is surrounded by a black ceramic bezel and protected by anti-reflective sapphire glass. An automatic movement is housed in the stainless steel case. The movement gives the watch a power reserve of up to 38 hours. This watch is unusual due to its unique feature of the Aquis Depth Gauge. This gauge allows water to enter through a small hole into a milled channel around the sapphire crystal. There is a watermark to clearly indicate the depth at which the diver is. This model is precisely engineered for diving, meaning that it is water resistant up to 500 metres (50 bar). This watch is finished with a stainless steel bracelet that fastens with a security folding clasp with an extension to ensure it can be made to fit a range of wrist sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What are your thoughts on our guide to watch water resistance? Will you be adding a water resistant watch to your collection? Let us know in the comments below!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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