Currently, consumers can purchase waterproof watches in three main categories from legitimate sellers: everyday waterproof watches, reinforced everyday waterproof watches, and diving waterproof watches.
- Everyday Waterproof Watches: These watches are designed to withstand sweat, accidental splashes of rain, or water droplets while washing your face but are not suitable for bathing, swimming, diving, etc.
- Reinforced Everyday Waterproof Watches: Suitable for jobs or sports that frequently involve water (such as swimming, surfing) or snorkeling.
- Diving Waterproof Watches: Designed for snorkeling or scuba diving. Depending on the required diving depth, these waterproof watches are further categorized into air diving waterproof, saturation diving waterproof, and professional diving waterproof functionalities.
When purchasing a waterproof watch, pay close attention to the textual descriptions of the applicable range. Be cautious about numbers and promotional images, and buy according to needs. When wearing a waterproof watch, adhere to the guidelines and scenarios outlined in the instruction manual. Do not wear waterproof watches in environments such as bathing, sea bathing, hot springs, exposure to high-temperature steam, or situations where there is a sudden and significant change in temperature. Waterproof watches must be serviced at the manufacturer-designated or legitimate repair points, equipped with the necessary skills and equipment, for cleaning, waterproof testing, and replacement of waterproof parts as indicated in the manual. Regular cleaning and maintenance are even more crucial for expensive watches.
Generally, waterproof watches are not intended for swimming. Even though they are sealed to prevent the intrusion of sweat and harmful gases, they are not completely waterproof. In use, some unavoidable phenomena occur: winding stems, crowns, or the rubber rings inside the crown tubes gradually wear out. The watch glass expands and contracts with temperature changes, creating gaps between it and the case; the waterproof rubber rings on the back cover may age or corrode due to sweat, all of which can reduce the waterproof performance of the watch. Therefore, it’s best to avoid wearing general waterproof watches while swimming or bathing. Even when washing clothes, dishes, or cooking, care should be taken to avoid splashing water on the watch or allowing steam to enter, as this can cause internal components to rust, affecting the quality of the hands and potentially rendering the watch unusable.
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