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: Do you think ther is a way to get a formal
: answer from Omega on this subject?
I think the Omega manual gives you your answer. For all of the calibers listed, it states, "Normal Position (wearing position): when pushed into the case, the crown ensures that the watch is water-resistant." It's just common sense that the crown should be kept in to ensure water resistance. What possible benefit could come from walking around with the crown unscrewed?
As for the helium relief valve, Derek is correct as always. The manual states, "Even if you forget to screw the crown (of the helium relief valve) back in, the watch remains water resistant. However, total watertightness is guaranteed by gasket B once the crown is screwed back in." (Gasket B is the outermost gasket).
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