I am sure that there are different diver watches that captivate you. And you probably found a replica watch that you can already imagine on your wrist, diving gorgeously into the water, and exploring the greatest possible depths. You look at different internet stores in search of the strongest water resistance profile. And you easily find dealers who promise water resistance from 100 to 300 meters.
Everything seems very nice, but up to a certain point. Not everything written on the internet is true. In short, when we talk about diver replica watches, you have to be very careful. Don’t go ahead and buy one until you consider all the steps from this article.
In today’s post, I want to make you protect yourself against a replica watch that could disappoint you. Keep in mind that you also bear part of the responsibility for your replica watch and not just the dealer who sells it to you. An informed man is an armed man.
Check for the REAL water resistance profile
If you do a little research on different replica watch stores, you will notice that most of them have the same performance and depth resistance as the original models. This is not exactly true. Many dealers post wrong information about replica watches just to convince you to buy them. Thus, it is not excluded to find replica watches resistant to up to 300 meters. In reality, however, they are much more sensitive to water than you could have imagined. And the information from the dealers’ sites refers exclusively to the authentic model, not to the imitation.
From my experience, very few replica watches have a water resistance profile of up to 100 meters. And these, in most cases, are quite expensive. A mechanism that protects against water in a replica watch cannot be cheap by definition.
Consequently, if you are looking for a truly water-resistant replica watch, be prepared to pay a relatively high price for it. At the same time, do not take the information from any site as an absolute truth. Watches that are described as resistant to 300 meters are actually resistant to 50 meters (or something like that).
The best solution before buying a replica diver watch is to contact the dealer, or the customer support representatives directly. Tell them that you need a high-performance and water-resistant replica timepiece. Ask them for guarantees. And make sure you can return the watch in which the water resistance is NOT the one you were promised.
Get a diver watch suitable for everyday activities
When you choose your diver replica watch, don’t limit yourself to imagining wearing it only when you go to the ocean. The diver watch can be quite versatile for everyday activities as well. Draw attention to the appearance of the timepiece and think whether it would suit your daily activities as well as your outfits.
This recommendation comes from my own experience. When I bought my first replica diver watch, I limited myself only to its technical capabilities, not the aesthetic ones. In the end, I ended up wearing it only once a year, because work didn’t allow me to take vacations more often. I never got to fully enjoy it. And if I could turn back time, I would definitely have opted for something much more versatile so that I can enjoy it both in water conditions and in daily activities.
Check for the replica watch Lume
Most replica watches emit an extraordinarily attractive luminosity in dark conditions. However, don’t forget that the lume layer is not just a beauty detail. This detail must also be useful if you decide to go diving with your replica watch. And underwater, the visibility of the watch is substantially compromised due to the dark or murky water. Respectively, your replica watch should cope with such conditions due to its lume layer applied on all its indicators.
Are you sure that the watch illuminates all the important markers? Probably not. So this is what you need to do: make sure that the lume layer is applied not only to certain surfaces of the replica watch for decoration but also to the most important indicators. You have every right to request additional photos from the dealers in which you can see how powerfully and legibly the replica watch lights up. If you are reluctant about brightness, look for more promising alternatives.
Don’t underestimate the strap
You probably managed to notice that most replica watches come with a regular strap. “Regular” means that it is not designed for prolonged contact with water. Once you wear these straps during water activities, they can get damaged in the long run. In this context, you should require straps that are specially manufactured to last over time even after contact with water. They might have an additional layer of rubber on the inside to make them more resistant. At the same time, make sure that the closing and opening mechanism of the strap or bracelet is safe, compact, and firm. You don’t want to feel like you’re losing your watch underwater due to a weak clasp.
In the same context, keep in mind that you will probably need an extendable bracelet or strap. It is likely that you will wear a special diving suit that includes gloves. To be able to wear the watch over gloves, it should be maximally adjustable.
The replica watch needs your care
This rule is actually valid for any watch, regardless of whether it is a diver or not, or whether it is a replica or not.
Referring to a diver-type replica watch, the most important recommendation is to remove salt residues after interacting with sea or ocean water. The salts tend to crystallize inside the details on the watch, leading to its compromise in an extremely short time. It is very important to rinse it in clean water and absorb it in a clean cloth.
In the same context, diver replica watches require more frequent servicing. The expert should pressure test your replica watch to ensure that the water resistance system has not been affected.
Final notes
It is not easy to find a reliable water-resistant replica watch. And even if you find it, it certainly won’t be cheap. But anyway it will be more affordable than the original version. The most eminent risk is to fall prey to dealers who promise perfect resistance, without guaranteeing it. For this reason, I urge you to be very careful and to ensure yourself from all points of view. Follow these steps whenever you think of a diver replica watch. These steps do not guarantee your success, but at least they will reduce the potential risks.