What is a Water-Resistant Watch? – Jack Mason

By A Mystery Man Writer

The ability to jump right into the water, or not worrying about your watch getting wet while hand washing or showering is a massive sigh of relief for watch owners everywhere. What does water-resistant actually mean when it comes to watches, and how will you know what your watch can withstand? What should you look for in water-resistance to know what your watch can do? There are a few different rating systems that will help you know exactly what your watch can withstand, this article will cover the three different ratings and standards. BARs or ATM/Meters ISO - International Organization of Standards IP Code or IP Rating In this post, we'll be breaking down all the myths of water-resistant watches by uncovering the terminology and ratings so you can know precisely what to expect when buying your next watch. Ratings