I bought a Timex Ironman 50 lap watch at Target that was supposed to be water resisitant to 100 meters. It lasted about 90 seconds in the pool before water got inside it and the face went blank.
Was this just a bad one and I should try another one? Or do I try to find a waterproof watch? Is there such a thing?
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You got a bad one. Take it back to the store and exchange it.
I've swum in Timex Ironman watches for years with no problems. One warning, though - when it's time to change the battery, don't take it someplace like Target or Wal-Mart. Take it to a jeweler, and make sure you tell him that you swim in it. That way he'll be sure to re-install the gasket properly.
Anna Lea
I agree; except, I've never successfully had a battery replaced. Even a jewelry store didn't get it right. Next swim it did exactly as Geek discribed.
I just throw it away. A $30-$40 watch every five years isn't too bad.:shakeshead:
You got a bad one. Take it back to the store and exchange it.
I've swum in Timex Ironman watches for years with no problems. One warning, though - when it's time to change the battery, don't take it someplace like Target or Wal-Mart. Take it to a jeweler, and make sure you tell him that you swim in it. That way he'll be sure to re-install the gasket properly.
Anna Lea
I agree; except, I've never successfully had a battery replaced. Even a jewelry store didn't get it right. Next swim it did exactly as Geek discribed.
I just throw it away. A $30-$40 watch every five years isn't too bad.:shakeshead:
