As its name suggests, dive watches are supposed to be used for diving activities. Yet, the real question is if divers really wear one in every jump. Some divers say, 'not necessarily,' but it does not make diving timepieces obsolete. The truth is anyone can dive with or without a watch as a tool because, in most deep-diving explorations, divers use dive computers to aid them underwater instead of the expensive watches. However, there are still people who wear diving timepieces even if they do not spend most of their time underwater. They are known as the 'desk divers,' or...

Divers all over the world, make sure that they are always well-equipped. Aside from their dive gears, dive watches are still essential for them. They also use more advanced technology to help them navigate underwater, such as a dive computer watch. Known as a personal decompression computer, the dive computer watch looks like a dive watch but has more sophisticated features. For divers, a watch is a signature accessory, but a dive computer is their best friend. It is used to keep track of dive details to help them avoid decompression sickness, a severe medical condition. When divers start to swim to...

Unlike casual watches, a dive watch is always exposed to underwater ventures. Although they are already designed to be more robust than the standard timepieces, proper maintenance of dive watches will make them function in its optimal state. Here are some essential maintenance tips to make your watch last longer. Regular Cleaning It is best to clean the watch to remove dirt. You can clean the external parts by wiping them with a moist, microfiber cloth or using a soft toothbrush and mild detergent. Avoid using a brush with hard bristles as it can scratch the glass and steel case....

There is no doubt that diving is an engaging activity, whether you do it as a profession or for recreation. Having a complete set of diving gears is enough, but if you want to sport a dive watch too, then it is helpful to understand its importance other than being an aesthetic and time accessory. The myths about dive watches create confusion and mislead divers, even watch enthusiasts. It is time that these pieces of misinformation get corrected. Here are some of the common misconceptions on diving watches. The rotating bezel is intended to track the oxygen supply left. It is a...

As a tool watch, diving watches are not merely just like casual timepieces. Their functionalities are designed to withstand extreme conditions underwater. While it is common knowledge that a watch is for timekeeping, for diving watches, it is different. There are concepts to understand and questions to use a dive watch at its optimum state fully. Here are some of the commonly asked questions about diving watches. 1. What is a helium valve?Also known as the helium escape valve, this is an optional feature in some dive timepieces that functions as an escape channel for the gas, helium. The helium valve is...

Dive watches are tools underwater. They have functionalities that allow divers to measure time while submerged in the water. A diving watch is different from the other watches, in terms of its features and materials used.  Given the differences, there are essential points to remember when it comes to choosing the right diving watch for you. The Parts of a Dive Watch The history of dive watches is traced back to the early years. Despite the changes, the elements that make a dive watch remains the same, and primarily the following: Luminous Dial, Indices, and Hands – Having luminous dial, hands, and indices are...