WatchProSite Community Unites for KRI Nanggala-402 Submarine Crew

Cpt Scarlet · 2021-04-23T18:39:25Z

WatchProSite members unite in solidarity for the KRI Nanggala-402 crew, sharing dive watches and prayers. A poignant look at community support.

In a poignant post from 2021, Cpt Scarlet rallied the WatchProSite community to show solidarity with the crew of the KRI Nanggala-402, an Indonesian submarine that tragically disappeared. This article revisits Cpt Scarlet's call to action, highlighting how the community responded by sharing their dive watches and offering prayers during a critical search and rescue operation. It underscores the deep human connection that often transcends the horological passion shared among collectors.

Indonesia's navy and several others are racing to find the Submarine KRI Nanggala-402 after it disappeared.

It is estimated that the crew of 53 have just 72 hours of air remaining.

Please join with me in saying a prayer for the crew and showing your Submariners and dive watches in solidarity.

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The immense pressure at depth is a critical factor in submarine incidents, with even relatively shallow depths posing significant challenges for rescue and recovery efforts, especially for recreational divers whose experience is typically limited to much shallower waters.
A professional search and recovery diver expressed the chilling reality of such news, emphasizing the personal impact on those with direct experience in underwater rescue operations.
Several members shared images of their dive watches, including Omega Seamasters, Rolex Submariners, and a Russian Vostok, as a gesture of solidarity with the missing submariners and their families.
The discussion concluded with the somber update that debris from the KRI Nanggala-402 was found at approximately 850 meters, confirming the loss of the submarine and its crew.

The Discussion

Dr No

Apr 23, 2021

. . . some twenty years ago and Americans almost sixty were the best and bravest. God speed to the Indonesian submariners. Art

MikiJ

Apr 23, 2021

At least in a live firefight, there's no time to think. God Bless these brave souls.

Cpt Scarlet

Apr 23, 2021

The waters are very deep in this area.

mdg

Apr 23, 2021

...I have a very good friend who piloted a submarine for many years...it can seem routine these days but it is still dangerous...prayers and best of luck : )

Cpt Scarlet

Apr 23, 2021

The power of positive thoughts from our community.

LiftAngle51

Apr 23, 2021

It is scary that the crew is in trouble. My Seamaster is with them. Not a submariner, cause an Omega guy like me can not switch to another brand. Love the sea, i love boats and ships.

WatchProSite Community Unites for KRI Nanggala-402 Submarine Crew

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