Watches I Can Wear In The Sea
Often a question we get asked is “Can I wear this watch in the sea?” whilst this may seem like an easy question watch brands water resistance rating can confuse you at first glance. Fear not as we are here to help! We have a water resistance table which we use to help customers to convert the water resistance rating that the watch they own or are interested in is. At this time of year people are all shipping off chasing the sun on their summer getaway which is very needed. Nothing would be worse than wearing your watch whilst you take a dip in the pool or cool off in the summer sea.
The table below will help you with any water resistance issues you are having. If you need any further help please call us on 01926 298 499 or alternatively email info@firstclasswatches.co.uk
| Water resistance rating | Suitability | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Water Resistant 3 atm or 30 m | Suitable for everyday use. Splash/rain resistant. | Not suitable for showering, bathing, swimming, snorkeling, water related work, fishing, and diving. |
| Water Resistant 5 atm or 50 m | Suitable for swimming, white water rafting, and fishing. | Not suitable for diving and snorkeling. |
| Water Resistant 10 atm or 100 m | Suitable for recreational surfing, swimming, snorkeling, sailing and water sports. | Not suitable for diving. |
| Water Resistant 20 atm or 200 m | Suitable for professional marine activity, serious surface water sports and skin diving. | Suitable for skin diving. |
| Diver’s 100 m | Minimum ISO standard (ISO 6425) for scuba diving at depths not suitable for saturation diving. | Diver’s 100 m and 150 m watches are generally old(er) watches. |
| Diver’s 200 m or 300 m | Suitable for scuba diving at depths not suitable for saturation diving. | Typical ratings for contemporary diver’s watches. |
| Diver’s 300+ m for mixed-gas diving | Suitable for saturation diving (helium enriched environment). | Watches designed for mixed-gas diving will have the DIVER’S WATCH xxx M FOR MIXED-GAS DIVING additional marking to point this out. |
Now that you understand the water resistance rating a little more we have a few watches that we would recommend for your summer excursions.
ORIS DIVERS SIXTY-FIVE AUTOMATIC STAINLESS STEEL BLUE DIAL
Product code: 01 733 7707 4035-07 8 20 18
£1370.00 including VAT
ROTARY GENTS CHRONOGRAPH BLUE DIAL, BROWN LEATHER STRAP
Product code: GS00699/05
£90.00 including VAT
This Rotary Aviation Chronograph watch features a quartz movement with a chronograph function and a brown leather strap. The blue dial has all the features. Date, Chronograph and even a Slide Rule function in the bezel.This watch is water resistant to the Rotary Dolphin Standard so you can swim and dive all day.
CITIZEN WOMENS TITANIUM BRACELET WHITE DIAL
Product code: EW2410-54A
£218.00 including VAT
A Citizen wrist watch produced from Super Titanium ™that feels safe enough for just about any lady to put on from day-to night. Citizen Super Titanium™ timepieces are 40% lighter then stainless and 5x more scratch resistent and they’re hypo-allergenic. The model featured within Super Titanium™ is highlighted in rose gold tone having a silver dial and date at a glance which goes with any outfit. Eco-Drive E011 movement which means you never need to change the battery. Silver Tone Titanium Bracelet, Fold Over Clasp with Push Button release. The case size is 28mm and this model is WR100/10Bar/333ft.
SEIKO PROSPEX WORLD TIME SOLAR POWERED BLUE RUBBER STRAP
Product code: SSC489P1
£329.00 including VAT
For the lover of sport and adventure comes the Seiko Prospex range, where every effort has gone in to striking aesthetics, an abundance of features, and fine craftsmanship, bringing you an all-round top watch.
This specific caliber is ideal for the sailor, showing dual time (home and local) in the simplest layout, while solar power ensures no need for battery changes.
The watch features- world-time zones across 25 cities, 24 hour chronograph, power-reserve of up to 6 months, screw back case, 100m water-resistance, and more.
THOMAS SABO WOMANS STAINLESS STEEL STRAP SILVER DIAL
Product code: WA0219-272-201-33
£235.00 including VAT
The Sassy ‘Divine’ watch is stylish, smart, and distinctive, with an abundance of beautiful details integrated to create such fine aesthetics.A trendy stainless-steel/ rose-gold two-tone shows off every angle of this watch’s bracelet, ridged bezel, and eye-catching dial, while crystal hour-markers add their luxurious touch and shimmer brilliantly in the light. A date display sits at the 3 o’clock position.
TIMEX MENS INDIGLO IRON MAN SLEEK ALARM CHRONOGRAPH YELLOW ORANGE
Product code: TW5M01500
£47.00 including VAT
Another stylish digital mens watch that’s been crafted by Timex. This model includes a yellow resin strap along with a resin case on the top of the negative dial. The TW5M01500 Timex mens watch has the manufacturers 24 months manufacturer warranty.
ADIDAS ORIGINALS ADH 1969 UNISEX WATCH
Product code: ADH3103
£45.00 including VAT
The Adidas is a trendy designer watch. The watchband consists of Silicone and it has a Blue colour. This watch includes a Quartz movement having a dial in Blue. The dial remains safe and secure by Mineralglass. The case consists of Silicone, includes a diameter of 44 mm and also the case height is 12 mm. The timepiece includes a warranty of two Year(s). All Adidas watches are
PULSAR MENS WRC SOLAR ACCELERATOR STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH
Product code: PZ6003X1
£119.00 including VAT
One of the best designs we’ve seen in any range this stunning Pulsar solar power watch features Solar Chronograph, Stainless steel case and bracelet, Black dial , Date window, Seconds hand, 2 folded clasp with quick button release, 100m water resistance.
