Honestly no clue
Probably reaching into somewhere or putting kids into the shopping cart etc🤷♂️ actually not too noticeable as I took that on zoom. Just thought I often find the guards bulky or cumbersome... they serve a purpose🤣
they offer simple protection we all know.
Years ago, while wind surfing, a falling mask hit right on the crown of my watch. There was no crown guard, water got into the watch. It was an inexpensive quartz. A crown guard is there to protect but unlike airbags in cars, stay concealed.
As a watch geek, I often obsess over scratches and minor imperfections
Your comment is a great reminder that a Rolex (or other fine dive/sports watch) is designed to withstand punishment and protect what's inside -- the movement! As I say this, I can't help but remember those old Timex ads -- 'Takes a lickin and keeps on tic...
Yup it can take it
My sub ND, speedy and rado captain Cook are my daily. Don't mind them getting some wear and tear. I don't abuse them at all, but day to day. My omega comes back this week. I didn't have them fix anything. Just service. Now my gold watches I tend to be mor...