Uncle Chico
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Testing depth ratings
Had a friend who lowered his Rolex on a fishing line while deep sea fishing to test whether it's depth rating was as claimed. As he was lowering it, another friend pointed out that large fish are prone to ingest shiny objects. Never saw anyone reel in his line as quickly as on that day.
Incredible Journey...
Diving watches are enjoyed and collected by many of us and for me my interest started by watching the dramatic exploits of Jacques Cousteau. This was a weekly event not to be missed and Cousteau inspired me to find a love of diving that I have enjoyed in ...
the prototypes are true - no ?
i came across in the Talking watches with R.Beyer few months ago...
As Rolex is obviously not producing this watch, are there any companies out there that try to recreate this model? [nt]
...and I don't mean fakes, but small niche brands that try to breathe life into this watch and make it available for purchase and daily wear.
Good point..
I just wish that Rolex would produce a version that was a “tribute” to this incredible journey.
Yes there was a company and here it is ........
Saw this at a GTG. Sorry, I don't remember who made it, but maybe someone can tell by the logo on the crown. Bob ...
I probably did but that was a few years ago. I was more interested in this one ......
From the same person, an Angular Momentum that was a monster. Shot with a Seiko for a size comparison. Wow Bob ...
Testing depth ratings
Had a friend who lowered his Rolex on a fishing line while deep sea fishing to test whether it's depth rating was as claimed. As he was lowering it, another friend pointed out that large fish are prone to ingest shiny objects. Never saw anyone reel in his...
you'll see this Rolex in the 'H' talking watches with R.Beyer....
& Mr Beyer tries it out on the wrist too ;-) actually it was said, it was left outside the sub, so it is directly exposed to the pressure. Best, mahesh.,
Like the fact that it withstand the depth of the Marianas trench.
Good to know. Tfs. Captain. You might call it Captain Nemo's watch. Geross 😉
