Question 1

Can you swim with a women's water-resistant watch rated 10 ATM?

Accepted Answer

Yes: 10 ATM covers the pool, the sea and light snorkelling, with the crown pushed in or screwed down. For recreational diving, 20 ATM and the Diver's marking are required. Rinse the watch with fresh water after exposure to salt or chlorine.

Question 2

Is a women's water-resistant watch rated 5 ATM enough for the pool?

Accepted Answer

No. At 5 ATM, the watch withstands an occasional shower, not the pool. This is why this selection starts at 10 ATM. For swimming, even occasionally, this is the threshold to aim for.

Question 3

Can you wear a water-resistant watch in a sauna or hammam?

Accepted Answer

No, never. Heat expands the seals and steam can seep into the case, whatever the rating. Also remove your watch before a very hot bath.

Question 4

Does the warranty cover water resistance?

Accepted Answer

No. Our watches carry a 2-year warranty, but water resistance depends on the condition of the seals and on use: it is not part of the warranty. Have it checked by a watchmaker regularly, and always after the case has been opened.

Question 5

Why are women's water-resistant watches larger?

Accepted Answer

In our selection, they measure 39 mm in median diameter and 12 mm in thickness, compared with 36 and 8 mm for our other women's watches. One in five has a chronograph and more than one in two has a date, two functions that require space. A quarter of the models still measure 38 mm or less. For men's models, see our men's water-resistant watch.

Women's Water-Resistant Watch

Michael Kors MK5314 Stainless Steel Rose Gold Analogue Men's Watch

Michael Kors MK5410 Chronograph Rose Gold and Dark Blue Dial Men's Watch

Michael Kors MK5726 Mercer Gold Finish Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK5614 Blair Tricolour Stainless Steel Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK5867 Gold Stainless Steel Watch with Champagne Dial and Rhinestones

Michael Kors MK5872 Everest Black Stainless Steel Bracelet Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK5871 Everest Gold Stainless Steel Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK5836 Rose Gold Stainless Steel Crystal Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK5762 Gold Stainless Steel Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK5879 Fuchsia Sparkle Dial Crystal Bezel Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK5814 Silver Women's Watch with World Map Dial and Chronograph

Michael Kors MK5970 Silver Stainless Steel Women's Watch with Roman Numerals

Michael Kors MK6141 Blue Dial and Rose Gold Bicolour Bracelet Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK6119 Two-Tone Gold and Steel with Crystals Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK6077 Ritz Rose Gold Stainless Steel Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK3438 Darci Gold Crystal Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK6357 Men's Watch Stainless Steel Rose Gold Bracelet

Michael Kors MK5412 Chronograph Rose Gold Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Michael Kors MK3709 Two-Tone Stainless Steel Bracelet Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK5039 Ritz Gold Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK5535 Bradshaw Chronograph Stainless Steel Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK3480 Kerry Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK5921 Rose Gold Stainless Steel Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK5160 Gold Women's Watch