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swalsh1974
 Post subject: 30m or not!
PostPosted: Wed Jul 15, 2009 3:11 pm 
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Hi All,

Im a couple of days away from buying an Emergency - but now im worried about a comment i've read regarding 30m water resistancy being only splashproof - is this true? if so I need to reconsider my purchase as dont want to worry about taking it off when swimming etc...

Please help as really need to know

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 Post subject: Re: 30m or not!
PostPosted: Wed Jul 15, 2009 3:23 pm 
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Don't worry - i've found the answer on another thread - looks like I won't be buying a Breitling Emergency!

Back to the drawing board........posting.php?mode=reply&f=1&t=11546#

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 Post subject: Re: 30m or not!
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In case you miss my answer on the other thread...

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how can they say 30m if I can't keep it on my wrist when I go swimming!

You probably can go swimming in a pool for a short while but most people err on the side of caution. There's a good article on water resistance here
http://www.zeno-watch.ch/en/ServiceOverview/WaterResistance/body_waterresistance.html

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WATER RESISTANT 30M (3 ATM/100 Feet)
Protected in everyday life, bathing, accidental splashes, short swimming or car washing - it is resistant against perspiration, water vapor, rain drops.
It is tested for water resistance up to 3 ATM, and must be able to survive 30 minutes under water at a depth of 1 m (3 feet) followed by 90 seconds under a pressure corresponding to 30 meters.

Just be aware that the rating is for 3ATM pressure which equates to 100 feet. A big wave crashing down on you will probably exert well in excess of 3ATM.

Hope this helps.

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 Post subject: Re: 30m or not!
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Thanks Mr. Shark - i'll have a chat with the guys at the Breitling stand at RIAT and see what they think - seems to be conflicting opinions regarding the Emergency (Bear Grylls swimming and parachuting with it is one example)

Great article though - thank you,

Simon

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I'll be at Fairford on Saturday. Maybe see you there!

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