Question about Series 1's ability to handle splashes

[lectral]

I'm on the fence about which series to buy, however, Black Friday deals seem to be having the series one version on sale which makes it more appealing. I like Series 2 because its newer, however, the GPS doesn't matter much to me. The big concern is how 'splashproof' is series 1. I realize it can't go in the pool, but how about if I were walking outside, and it starts pouring rain? Do I need to take it off? or will it withstand that sort of scenario?

 

[Just_Me_D]

If the original Watch can withstand water during the typical bath shower and a shallow swim then I'd like to think it can withstand an occasional brief bout in the rain.

 

[tcuprof]

Although I've not showered with it, after runs I sometimes rinse my original AW in the sink. I have also worn mine swimming a few times. Rain is no problem.

 

[eyecrispy]

I've rinsed my original AW under running tap water many times when the crown got gross and crusty. It has been just fine.

 

[Mac Guy]

The big concern is how 'splashproof' is series 1.

You might want to look into that. For some reason, I'm under the assumption that only the Apple Watch Series 2 has any increased resistance to water over the Apple Watch. So I'm thinking the AW and AWS1 have the same level of water resistance. Maybe someone else has specific knowledge.

 

[lectral]

Thanks for the responses.