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lurchzilla · 24 February 2006, 06:37 AM

In high anticipation for my new watch, which i am just awaiting to come in and is killing me, i was just wondering
when and when not will you were your watch?

Never having owned such an expensive piece before i feel like i need to be cautious wearing it. I am sure i will baby it for a bit. Obviously wearing it while running with the bulls in Pamplona would probably not be advised but i was just curious to the durability?

Thanks!

C.J. · 24 February 2006, 06:48 AM

I wear mine pretty much all the time. I have a pretty active job that is mostly hands on. It gets a little scratched up, but like the the other guys said, that gives it character. I can't justify spending as much as I did on the watch and not wearing it as much as possible. Once you get past he shock of the first scratch, it's all downhill from there

Good luck

Launch Mini · 24 February 2006, 06:54 AM

Where (or (wear)) mine all the time.

In the summer, it's in the lake, spelunking, quadding, cutting fire wood etc.

That's another reason it's a Rolex and not some dainty thing

24 February 2006, 06:56 AM

I agree with Craig. When I bought my ExpII, I thought I'd just wear it on special occasions or only to the office. But I liked wearing it so much, I wore it more and more to the point that I never take it off except to shower and sleep.

Now I wear it swimming, diving (shock, horror!), skiing, mowing the lawn, pouring chemicals in the pool... you name it. It's a tough Mofo that will likely outlive you. Give it hell and enjoy it.

Rockrolex · 24 February 2006, 07:25 AM

I assume you are waiting on a Rolex, Tony. If so, there is almost nothing you can do that will scare it. A Rolex sport watch is one of the toughest animals in the jungle. Do not, I repeat, Do not, baby that baby. You're paying too much money to let it sit in a drawer waiting for that special occasion. Slap that mother on your wrist and wear it proudly 18/7. After the first little scratch, you will stop worrying about it.

Launch Mini · 24 February 2006, 07:31 AM

Be careful with the new baby near corners of walls.
Trust me, you watch is tougher that drywall. I have taken out more than one wall with mine too.

Goodwatch · 24 February 2006, 07:48 AM

When I first got my 16610 I couldn't take my eyes of it. I was careful but I’m always careful with all my gear. Then the thin scratches on the clasp start to appear and the first scratch on the polished side of the case. After about two months upon receiving it (and wearing it at work) I banged it against a solid steel door post ruining the bezel and chipping the crystal. When Anne saw the repair bill she went crazy (was as much as the amount most people would spend on a complete watch) and I never wore it to the office again. But that’s just an accident. The watch kept on running, nothing happened. Rolex’s are as tough a tank. But I don’t like the ‘heavily worn look’ myself

Subfiend · 24 February 2006, 07:52 AM

On my left wrist, unless I am showering. Otherwise, I always have it on.

If I am traveling to a suspect area, I wear my GMT-II. It's functional and the easiest to replace.

Gedanken · 24 February 2006, 09:18 AM

Normally, I only take my SD off when I go to sleep. That said, I suppose a bit of common sense needs to be exercised. If I'm working on my car or my desktop computer, I take it off - even though the Oyster case is built tough, there's no sense in sticking it into tight spaces with sharp protruding bits.

Apart from that, there's only been one occasion when I took my Rolex off my wrist. Sasha and I had just returned to Melbourne and were house-hunting, and we ended up viewing a house in the old Olympic Village, which since 1956 has turned into something resembling a war-zone. We arrived at the house ahead of the real estate agent, and taking a look around I figured that the locals would mug someone in broad daylight purely for sport. I put my DJ in my pocket, called the agent and cancelled the viewing, and got the hell outta there right quick.

Prince · 24 February 2006, 09:26 AM

I usually wear my Daytona most of the time, but the DateJust with dressier clothes.

lurchzilla · 24 February 2006, 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rockrolex

I assume you are waiting on a Rolex, Tony.

Yes i am awaiting a DJ. Had to order it because they didn't have the one i wanted.

Before i came to this forum i always thought when i get my first Rolex i will just wear it on special occasions, but after reading the all posts the last few weeks i have to say i agree, no use an expensive paperweight that sits in draw.

Man, i find myself browsing the web and lurking around this board alot lately. Am i weird for being so damn excited about a watch??

Gedanken · 24 February 2006, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by lurchzilla

Am i weird for being so damn excited about a watch??

Just stand next to JJ - you'll look positively sane.

bhrees · 24 February 2006, 11:35 AM

I wear my DJ everyday to work and most weekends unless I'm doing full time with the kid, then I wear my cheap watch, but its because I'm a scardy cat to scratch it

JJ Irani · 24 February 2006, 03:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gedanken

Just stand next to JJ - you'll look positively sane.

I wear mine all day long except at night. Next morning it's back on again!!

JJ

mailman · 24 February 2006, 08:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I wear mine all day long except at night. Next morning it's back on again!!

JJ

Do you take it off when you "wind" it?

Gedanken · 24 February 2006, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mailman

Do you take it off when you "wind" it?

Now if I recall correctly, JJ says he likes "swirling it around gently like a glass of wine", although I suspect the truth would be that he'd look like he'd just won a Grand Prix!

padi56 · 24 February 2006, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gedanken

Just stand next to JJ - you'll look positively sane.

Well thats not a great choice James,lets be perfectly honest about this anything will look sane standing next to JJ. And thats why JJs got large wrists,two much rapid watch winding.Never baby any of my watches they are meant to be worn.

AJC · 24 February 2006, 10:00 PM

Wear your Rolex how you like to.It will stand the beating of everyday wear and tear.I only remove it when I doing something that would really damage it,like working on the car or fencing.(Not the sport with swords).

In actual fact I just spent money on my Seiko Diver (Fitting a sapphire crystal) so it could be as tough as my Rolex.

It really comes down to common sense.

Aaron

RobDad · 24 February 2006, 10:05 PM

Always take my Sub off when my kids are playing with magnets - there are a few construction toys on the market with really strong magnets and believe me, a 5 year old will stick a few on your watch just to see what happens!
Apart from that, 24/7 - and when you get used to wearing it, and forget about cleaning it with a toothbrush and soap once a week you won't even notice a few scratches!

dman · 25 February 2006, 12:07 AM

I wear mine at al times except when in the shower. Gotta scrub off the funk ya know.

Habanero · 25 February 2006, 12:21 AM

Wear my 6 week old 16610 all the time except on the weekends when I am working on the pool or yard. Also - never in the shower (although if it is water-proof up to 1000 ft. I don't see how shower hurts but for the soap). I take it off at bedtime as well. Six weeks and despite a few solid bangs on walls it has zero scratches. I know the first one will send me into a rage....Just like a new car.

Habanero · 25 February 2006, 12:24 AM

Forgot - I NEVER wear it to the gym or when golfing.

djasniew · 25 February 2006, 01:48 AM

Just got my first Rolex (SD) last week. Put it on at the AD and I wear all the time except to bed. I too wanted to be a little careful but like everyone says it is a sturdy watch and can take a hit. I love wearing it. It give me such a great feeling.

JJ Irani · 25 February 2006, 01:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by djasniew

Just got my first Rolex (SD) last week. Put it on at the AD and I wear all the time except to bed. I too wanted to be a little careful but like everyone says it is a sturdy watch and can take a hit. I love wearing it. It give me such a great feeling.

Congrats on the new SD. Could we have some pics, please? Thanks.

djasniew · 25 February 2006, 02:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Congrats on the new SD. Could we have some pics, please? Thanks.

I am working on it. Hope to have some soon.

Earl · 25 February 2006, 03:36 AM

Congratulations djasniew on your new SD and the fact it's a watch meant to be worn. Welcome to the mad house, you will be meeting some of our residents shortly if you haven't done so already. :o) :o)

dman · 25 February 2006, 01:36 PM

Fairly simple thinking really, you don't smash your arm into stuff on purpose, so you also don't smash your watch into stuff on purpose, but as the saying goes, shite happens.

Be warned though, SD do not take well to shower tiles, the tend to dent and I don't mean the tile. (Ask James (Gedaken) about that one.)

Gedanken · 25 February 2006, 10:01 PM

Daren, bring up the shower incident a few more times and I may have to switch my attention from JJ to you!

Goodwatch · 25 February 2006, 10:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gedanken

Daren, bring up the shower incident a few more times and I may have to switch my attention from JJ to you!

What shower incident?

JJ Irani · 26 February 2006, 02:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goodwatch

What shower incident?

Shhhhh.....don't tell anyone, but I think he's referring to the time when he and Daren took a shower together....but don't say I said anything about it. I believe it was a very slippery affair and didn't last very long either.

24 February 2006, 06:37 AM	#1
lurchzilla Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Tony Location: Outside of Det,MI Watch: SS Sub Posts: 42	How do you wear your watch(s)? In high anticipation for my new watch, which i am just awaiting to come in and is killing me, i was just wondering when and when not will you were your watch? Never having owned such an expensive piece before i feel like i need to be cautious wearing it. I am sure i will baby it for a bit. Obviously wearing it while running with the bulls in Pamplona would probably not be advised but i was just curious to the durability? Thanks!

24 February 2006, 06:48 AM	#2
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	I wear mine pretty much all the time. I have a pretty active job that is mostly hands on. It gets a little scratched up, but like the the other guys said, that gives it character. I can't justify spending as much as I did on the watch and not wearing it as much as possible. Once you get past he shock of the first scratch, it's all downhill from there Good luck __________________ Me? I'm still looking for Kokomo. I just hope that damn golfer isn't there

24 February 2006, 06:54 AM	#3
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,241	Where (or (wear)) mine all the time. In the summer, it's in the lake, spelunking, quadding, cutting fire wood etc. That's another reason it's a Rolex and not some dainty thing __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293 Last edited by Earl; 25 February 2006 at 03:29 AM.. Reason: not sure if you meant wear but, it sounds right

24 February 2006, 07:25 AM	#5
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,557	I assume you are waiting on a Rolex, Tony. If so, there is almost nothing you can do that will scare it. A Rolex sport watch is one of the toughest animals in the jungle. Do not, I repeat, Do not, baby that baby. You're paying too much money to let it sit in a drawer waiting for that special occasion. Slap that mother on your wrist and wear it proudly 18/7. After the first little scratch, you will stop worrying about it. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

24 February 2006, 07:31 AM	#6
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,241	Be careful with the new baby near corners of walls. Trust me, you watch is tougher that drywall. I have taken out more than one wall with mine too. __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

24 February 2006, 06:56 AM	#4
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	I agree with Craig. When I bought my ExpII, I thought I'd just wear it on special occasions or only to the office. But I liked wearing it so much, I wore it more and more to the point that I never take it off except to shower and sleep. Now I wear it swimming, diving (shock, horror!), skiing, mowing the lawn, pouring chemicals in the pool... you name it. It's a tough Mofo that will likely outlive you. Give it hell and enjoy it.

24 February 2006, 07:48 AM	#7
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	When I first got my 16610 I couldn't take my eyes of it. I was careful but I’m always careful with all my gear. Then the thin scratches on the clasp start to appear and the first scratch on the polished side of the case. After about two months upon receiving it (and wearing it at work) I banged it against a solid steel door post ruining the bezel and chipping the crystal. When Anne saw the repair bill she went crazy (was as much as the amount most people would spend on a complete watch) and I never wore it to the office again. But that’s just an accident. The watch kept on running, nothing happened. Rolex’s are as tough a tank. But I don’t like the ‘heavily worn look’ myself __________________ Member# 127

24 February 2006, 07:52 AM	#8
Subfiend "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Outside Watch: Isn't it obvious? Posts: 1,926	On my left wrist, unless I am showering. Otherwise, I always have it on. If I am traveling to a suspect area, I wear my GMT-II. It's functional and the easiest to replace. __________________ Subfiend

24 February 2006, 09:18 AM	#9
Gedanken "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Sir Location: Melbourne Watch: F-series SD Posts: 8,589	Normally, I only take my SD off when I go to sleep. That said, I suppose a bit of common sense needs to be exercised. If I'm working on my car or my desktop computer, I take it off - even though the Oyster case is built tough, there's no sense in sticking it into tight spaces with sharp protruding bits. Apart from that, there's only been one occasion when I took my Rolex off my wrist. Sasha and I had just returned to Melbourne and were house-hunting, and we ended up viewing a house in the old Olympic Village, which since 1956 has turned into something resembling a war-zone. We arrived at the house ahead of the real estate agent, and taking a look around I figured that the locals would mug someone in broad daylight purely for sport. I put my DJ in my pocket, called the agent and cancelled the viewing, and got the hell outta there right quick. __________________ You buy a Casio to make sure you're on time; you wear a Rolex because you don't have to be on time.

24 February 2006, 09:26 AM	#10
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	I usually wear my Daytona most of the time, but the DateJust with dressier clothes. __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson Last edited by Prince; 24 February 2006 at 01:16 PM..

24 February 2006, 11:35 AM	#13
bhrees "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Brian Location: Cleveland Ohio Watch: SS/WG DJ jubilee Posts: 131	I wear my DJ everyday to work and most weekends unless I'm doing full time with the kid, then I wear my cheap watch, but its because I'm a scardy cat to scratch it __________________ Regards Brian

24 February 2006, 10:00 PM	#18
AJC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Australia Posts: 1,878	Wear your Rolex how you like to.It will stand the beating of everyday wear and tear.I only remove it when I doing something that would really damage it,like working on the car or fencing.(Not the sport with swords). In actual fact I just spent money on my Seiko Diver (Fitting a sapphire crystal) so it could be as tough as my Rolex. It really comes down to common sense. Aaron

24 February 2006, 10:05 PM	#19
RobDad Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Rob Dadd Location: London Posts: 134	around my kids! Always take my Sub off when my kids are playing with magnets - there are a few construction toys on the market with really strong magnets and believe me, a 5 year old will stick a few on your watch just to see what happens! Apart from that, 24/7 - and when you get used to wearing it, and forget about cleaning it with a toothbrush and soap once a week you won't even notice a few scratches!

25 February 2006, 12:07 AM	#20
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	I wear mine at al times except when in the shower. Gotta scrub off the funk ya know. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

25 February 2006, 12:21 AM	#21
Habanero "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: St. Petersburg Posts: 14	Wear my 6 week old 16610 all the time except on the weekends when I am working on the pool or yard. Also - never in the shower (although if it is water-proof up to 1000 ft. I don't see how shower hurts but for the soap). I take it off at bedtime as well. Six weeks and despite a few solid bangs on walls it has zero scratches. I know the first one will send me into a rage....Just like a new car.

25 February 2006, 12:24 AM	#22
Habanero "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: St. Petersburg Posts: 14	Forgot - I NEVER wear it to the gym or when golfing.

25 February 2006, 01:48 AM	#23
djasniew Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Wisconsin Watch: Sea-Dweller4000 Posts: 24	Just got my first Rolex (SD) last week. Put it on at the AD and I wear all the time except to bed. I too wanted to be a little careful but like everyone says it is a sturdy watch and can take a hit. I love wearing it. It give me such a great feeling.

25 February 2006, 03:36 AM	#26
Earl "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Who Me? Location: Northern Virginia Watch: out Posts: 4,616	Congratulations djasniew on your new SD and the fact it's a watch meant to be worn. Welcome to the mad house, you will be meeting some of our residents shortly if you haven't done so already. :o) :o)

25 February 2006, 01:36 PM	#27
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	Fairly simple thinking really, you don't smash your arm into stuff on purpose, so you also don't smash your watch into stuff on purpose, but as the saying goes, shite happens. Be warned though, SD do not take well to shower tiles, the tend to dent and I don't mean the tile. (Ask James (Gedaken) about that one.) __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

25 February 2006, 10:01 PM	#28
Gedanken "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Sir Location: Melbourne Watch: F-series SD Posts: 8,589	Daren, bring up the shower incident a few more times and I may have to switch my attention from JJ to you! __________________ You buy a Casio to make sure you're on time; you wear a Rolex because you don't have to be on time.

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