Marcus Hanke
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Define "bash" ....
I did not deliberately expose it to specifically harsh treatment, if you mean that. It banged into so many hard things since I received it, that I do not consider it necessary to bash it against a steel carrier with force. I also did not try to scratch it with a sharply pointed steel instrument. I am sure I can damage it if I did that, but I would not do it with any other watch, so why should I do it with the "Red Sea"?
Good point, though, with the gasoline. No, this did not happen (so far). It got a dose of WD40, when I held the can wrongly, but that's all. I will visit the factory in a week, and I will ask about the issue of spare parts, and in-house damage testing.
Regards,
Marcus
Ulysse Nardin Marine Diver "Black Sea" extreme field test
Testing the rubber-coated Ulysse Nardin Marine Diver "Black Sea" in the field by Marcus Hanke “We need more shovels!” - “And bring another two sand boards!” - “Quick, it could tumble down!” Frantically I was digging away the sand from under the hillside w...
re: extreme
Cool report, very interesting to see it out in the field. Did you try to bash into something or drop it to see how durable the coating is? Did you expose the UN Red Sea to any oils, brake fluid or gasoline? =MW
Define "bash" ....
I did not deliberately expose it to specifically harsh treatment, if you mean that. It banged into so many hard things since I received it, that I do not consider it necessary to bash it against a steel carrier with force. I also did not try to scratch it...
I love these live reports and tests.
It is one thing to claim that a coating can resist to hard contexts and experiences, it is another thing to verify these statements, and here, you proved that this Red Sea is a real toolwatch. Which is fundamental for this kind of watches. The sand and th...
Oh, for the new Sonata, you would need the ear of a famous director ...
... so with my compromised hearing capabilities, I am not the right person. One of the directors here at the Salzburg Festival would be the perfect reviewer, but, unfortunately, I am lacking the right contacts. Regards, Marcus
When you'e used to a sound, it is easier to compare the later.
I will try to see it in thev flesh, just hoping that I will not have to wait till November and the Salon Des Beles Montres. Best, Marcus. Nicolas
Marcus, you have made countless memorable posts over the years...
And this is now one of my favorites (I'll always rank the debut of the UN160 as the best UN post). I had been wondering specifically about the rubber coating and its durability. Question answered. The unique look at multiple Bremachs is awesome. Certainly...
CQ, CQ, truck guy to truck guy: Thanks for your compliments! ...
To be honest, I am dreaming of a camper version of this beast: http://un1.watchprosite.com/img/watchprosite/un1/98/scaled/un1_image.2869998.jpg (c) Mercedes Benz However, it is simply too large for tight old Europe - and most other parts in the world, too...
Wow, that would be a great option.
Tracie wants a small camper we can pull, but that really limits where you can go. I like your idea much more ;-)
Very soon, I moved through the truck without taking specific care to keep the watch away f
My Friend, As we are both "of size" and have to mind our blood cholesterol content, I fully understand the dance you have to do with 2 adults and 2 large hounds in a small Italian truck. :-) It's good to know that you can swerve with alacrity wearing the ...
You know me so well, dear Melvyn ....
... and - just in the most unlikely of cases that you forgot my astonishing abilities - I'd like to recommend to your valued memory how I move with the legerity of a gazelle: Just add the watch, now ... Best regards, Marcus ...
Separated at birth (LOL)
Dear Marcus, I should not have been surprised but the illustration of the 2nd most famous pachyderm to serve as an erstwhile reminder of your terpsichorean ability was superfluous, as that was EXACTLY the image I had flitting around in my mind's eye, like...
ADDENDUM: The rubber-coated case and chemicals
In his reply further up, Ming raised an issue that I had completely overlooked: How does the "Red Sea's" rubber-coated case fare when exposed to chemicals? Of course I am aware that any material can be damaged if the chemical is only aggressive enough, Co...
DEET
Good test, Marcus. As DRMW enquired, It'd be interesting to find out what composition the rubber is. One recommendation, no matter what the composition is, I'd recommend keeping ANY watch with plastic or rubber components away from anything containing Tol...
Not in my case, though ...
When walking the dogs on the river banks in summer, the mosquitoes try to eat me alive. I found DEET to be the only effective repellent, so I am using a gel containing 30% of DEET since some years, very often together with rubber-strapped watches. Until n...
If you're washing them...
...that will avoid any issues. As you wrote, time and concentration are the key. I've split dive band where I hadn't cleaned out the grooves (mind you, it was after weeks of wearing insect repellent everyday) and melted plenty of headphone cord coverings....
Marcus, thanks for your amazing report.
but it's quite hard for me to understand that you had fun in such a moon area, full of sand, dust and dirt and hard work all the time :-) Vielen Dank! stere
Well, "fun" is something highly subjective ....
... others claim to have fun in a crowded, loud and dark discotheque, I do so in a moonlike landscape. It's good that we all are so different! Regards, Marcus
Wow, another good one from herr doktor...
Did i say that right? Anyway, one good way to clean that piece is to use a blower (what we use to clean out dust from lenses and sensors) to take out the excess water from your watch after you wash it. Then probably just use microfibre for the glass. Than...
Yes, will try a hairdryer ...
... but in fact, there is not much sense to it. With maked eye, you won't see the thiny fibres sticking on the rubber. It is only an issue for the high-res macro photography, but not in everyday experience. Wash, wipe, c'est ca! Regards, Marcus
Wonderful report Marcus!
One quick question - is the rubber coating on thiis UN Marine Diver a proprietary rubber coating? Or is it just a standard rubber coating that all the watch brands use such as IWC & JLC which have rubber coated watches? I'm a big fan of your real worl...
Thank you so much, dear Anthony!
I will ask about the rubber issue. However, I suspect that it is done by the case manufacturer, that might be the same for several high-class brands. In practice, I am positive that the other timepieces made by IWC, AP etc. will not perform differently. I...
Another excellent review Marcus!
I've always found your posts, especially your reviews to be quite informative. While I was not necessarily interested in the UN Marine Diver, I was quite curious to find out whether the rubber coating would perform well in the field. The underlying narrit...
Thank you, also for your interest in the pumpkin seed oil ...
... here is some more info: http://www.steirisches-kuerbiskernoel-gga.at/index.php?lang=en It is really very tasty! Best regards, Marcus
Stupid, stupid me: It is called the "Black Sea"!!
I don't believe it: All the time I used a wrong designation of the watch! Due to its bright red markers and hands, I simply assumed it was called "Red Sea", in spite of having used the correct name back in 2011 myself .... oh my, there are so many seas an...