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c41006 · 26 April 2015, 06:52 AM

But I still love it!

This is what happens if I sweat too much and/or fall asleep with it on.
I sold my first Rolex back in '08 when I found out I was allergic to them but I missed it so much that I bought another one knowing that I would be allergic to it.

Lol-x · 26 April 2015, 06:59 AM

What about on the other side of your wrist, if you are that sensitive to the steel then the caseback would affect you wouldn't it?

There is always a way, maybe a fabric strap, or a leather bund strap would do the trick.

How often do you wash your bracelet/watch? Maybe try to wash it every day to see if that helps in removing the sweat.

Alternatively, rub a thin coat of coconut oil on the inside of the bracelet to neutralize the acids from your skin to reduce irritation.

I'm sure it is a matter of thinking outside the square, and trial and error until you get an outcome that works for you.

watchnutty · 26 April 2015, 07:01 AM

what are you allergic to? steel? leather? gold? you have a bunch of options and if all else fails, there is always natos and rubber straps!

Evad3 · 26 April 2015, 07:01 AM

Have you tried a PM piece? Maybe it's what the Dr would prescribe

c41006 · 26 April 2015, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Lol-x

What about on the other side of your wrist, if you are that sensitive to the steel then the caseback would affect you wouldn't it?

There is always a way, maybe a fabric strap, or a leather bund strap would do the trick.

How often do you wash your bracelet/watch? Maybe try to wash it every day to see if that helps in removing the sweat.

Alternatively, rub a thin coat of coconut oil on the inside of the bracelet to neutralize the acids from your skin to reduce irritation.

I'm sure it is a matter of thinking outside the square, and trial and error until you get an outcome that works for you.

For some reason the clasp seems to me the main culprit. the caseback doesn't affect me at all. I wash it every so often and I wipe it down almost daily. It doesn't always cause a reaction but last night I partied pretty hard and then fell asleep with it on and that's what happens. I didnt think about the coconut oil. I'll give that a try.

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Originally Posted by watchnutty

what are you allergic to? steel? leather? gold? you have a bunch of options and if all else fails, there is always natos and rubber straps!

Steel. I have a NATO but I much prefer the bracelet and since it doesn't always cause a reaction I take my chances.

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Originally Posted by Evad3

Have you tried a PM piece? Maybe it's what the Dr would prescribe

No I haven't tried a PM piece but I will take donations!

new2rolexforums · 26 April 2015, 07:01 AM

If it has a bracelet, try switching to a leather band.

fania123 · 26 April 2015, 07:11 AM

1st world problems, LOL.

soundserious · 26 April 2015, 07:17 AM

Lol

Tridor · 26 April 2015, 07:32 AM

Wanna bet it's the soap you're using to wash the watch? Strong detergents in the soap can cause skin irritation. Try a different soap and see if the results are different.

c41006 · 26 April 2015, 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Tridor

Wanna bet it's the soap you're using to wash the watch? Strong detergents in the soap can cause skin irritation. Try a different soap and see if the results are different.

That was my first thought back when I first had an allergic reaction to a Rolex. Now I only wash with warm water and a brush and occasionally shower with it.

2106 · 26 April 2015, 07:49 AM

how tight are you wearing the watch? If you are wearing it tight try loosening it a bit so there is an air gap possibly?

Glidelock · 26 April 2015, 08:46 AM

Actually, the only time this ever happens w/ me is when I have let an AD clean it in there ultra sonic cleaner. They never fully get the cleaner rinsed and it eventually leaches out of the holes in the links etc. and causes an rash and irritation.

So, I obviously don't allow them to clean it anymore. I just make sure I do a good job of cleaning it with soap and water, and a thorough rinse!

watchwatcher · 26 April 2015, 08:49 AM

Definitely time for gold.

phils · 27 April 2015, 06:31 AM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Definitely time for gold.

Some people are allergic to gold.

Ace2Rolex · 26 April 2015, 09:08 AM

Could be that you're allergic to the nickel in 904L mix. Or, heat/friction rash.

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psv · 26 April 2015, 09:11 AM

Go white gold!

roverman318 · 26 April 2015, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Definitely time for gold.

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Originally Posted by psv

Go white gold!

Agree with this.

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kilyung · 26 April 2015, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Evad3

Have you tried a PM piece? Maybe it's what the Dr would prescribe

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Definitely time for gold.

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Originally Posted by psv

Go white gold!

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Originally Posted by AK797

How on earth did Mike engineer this? The man is an enabling genius!

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Originally Posted by Urosfan

Might have to go the pm route such sorrow lol

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Originally Posted by ndsleep612

Dr. Goldfinger, your gold Rolex is ready....

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Originally Posted by roverman318

Agree with this.

While these gentlemen have the right idea, I think you should go platinum for the added purity.

DPE · 26 April 2015, 09:24 AM

You maybe reacting to the nickle in the stainless steel part

c41006 · 26 April 2015, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Ace2Rolex

Could be that you're allergic to the nickel in 904L mix. Or, heat/friction rash.

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Originally Posted by DPE

You maybe reacting to the nickle in the stainless steel part

Yeah I'm pretty sure it is the nickel. Funny part is that while all stainless steal has nickle, its only Rolex stainless that causes a reaction for me. I guess its the 904L.

RollieVerde · 26 April 2015, 09:34 AM

You may have actually stumbled on the only legitimate use for a NATO strap. But you've tried that and realized they are utter crap and would rather wear the bracelet and take your chances. I salute you, sir. I'll bet there's a dermatologist somewhere who might have an elegant solution. Best of luck!

AK797 · 26 April 2015, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Definitely time for gold.

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Originally Posted by psv

Go white gold!

How on earth did Mike engineer this? The man is an enabling genius!

c41006 · 26 April 2015, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by RollieVerde

You may have actually stumbled on the only legitimate use for a NATO strap. But you've tried that and realized they are utter crap and would rather wear the bracelet and take your chances. I salute you, sir. I'll bet there's a dermatologist somewhere who might have an elegant solution. Best of luck!

Why so much hate for NATOs? I like them quite a bit on older Subs and GMTs.

Fiddler · 26 April 2015, 09:36 AM

Have you taken off all of the stickers? Plastic against your skin for extended periods will often do that.

Urosfan · 26 April 2015, 10:07 AM

Might have to go the pm route such sorrow lol

ndsleep612 · 26 April 2015, 10:59 AM

Dr. Goldfinger, your gold Rolex is ready....

Tseg · 26 April 2015, 11:21 AM

I'm not allergic to my watch but got the exact same reaction using a particular hotel soap. After I got back home and got back to my regular soap the rash went away.

ticktack · 26 April 2015, 11:22 AM

try vintage 316 ss rolex they are less nickel compare to 904 with 20%+

mmalek1 · 26 April 2015, 12:04 PM

I've seen this with patients before. Try hydrocortisone for a bit of time. Use dial antibacterial soap with showers. It may seem irritated more at first, but often tends to clear up in two weeks.

GradyPhilpott · 26 April 2015, 12:11 PM

Stickers aren't very popular around here, but since you're allergic to the clasp, perhaps some kind of clear plastic or maybe even clear nail polish might protect your skin.

26 April 2015, 06:52 AM	#1
c41006 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Joshua Location: Atlanta Watch: Pelagos Posts: 7,933	So I'm allergic to my Rolex... But I still love it! This is what happens if I sweat too much and/or fall asleep with it on. I sold my first Rolex back in '08 when I found out I was allergic to them but I missed it so much that I bought another one knowing that I would be allergic to it.

26 April 2015, 06:59 AM	#2
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,588	What about on the other side of your wrist, if you are that sensitive to the steel then the caseback would affect you wouldn't it? There is always a way, maybe a fabric strap, or a leather bund strap would do the trick. How often do you wash your bracelet/watch? Maybe try to wash it every day to see if that helps in removing the sweat. Alternatively, rub a thin coat of coconut oil on the inside of the bracelet to neutralize the acids from your skin to reduce irritation. I'm sure it is a matter of thinking outside the square, and trial and error until you get an outcome that works for you. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

26 April 2015, 09:08 AM	#15
Ace2Rolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Chris Location: Toronto Watch: 116263 LP TOG Posts: 204	Could be that you're allergic to the nickel in 904L mix. Or, heat/friction rash. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 228239♕14060M♕1601♕116263 LP♕116234♕ Time is the most valuable thing that a man can spend.

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GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	Stickers aren't very popular around here, but since you're allergic to the clasp, perhaps some kind of clear plastic or maybe even clear nail polish might protect your skin. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

26 April 2015, 07:01 AM	#3
watchnutty "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Florida Posts: 347	what are you allergic to? steel? leather? gold? you have a bunch of options and if all else fails, there is always natos and rubber straps!

26 April 2015, 07:01 AM	#4
Evad3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Dave Location: Portsmouth, UK Watch: 14060m/216570 Posts: 773	Have you tried a PM piece? Maybe it's what the Dr would prescribe

26 April 2015, 07:01 AM	#6
new2rolexforums "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: NJ Watch: Submariner Posts: 82	If it has a bracelet, try switching to a leather band.

26 April 2015, 07:11 AM	#7
fania123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: PHILA Posts: 1,726	1st world problems, LOL.

26 April 2015, 07:17 AM	#8
soundserious "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: usofmfa Posts: 3,157	Lol

26 April 2015, 07:32 AM	#9
Tridor "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: The Ozone Watch: DD, DJ, SubC Date Posts: 1,666	Wanna bet it's the soap you're using to wash the watch? Strong detergents in the soap can cause skin irritation. Try a different soap and see if the results are different.

26 April 2015, 07:49 AM	#11
2106 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia Watch: SubC 114060 Posts: 486	how tight are you wearing the watch? If you are wearing it tight try loosening it a bit so there is an air gap possibly?

26 April 2015, 08:46 AM	#12
Glidelock "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Will Zdorf Location: So. Cal. Watch: SDC4000, Sub LVC Posts: 1,947	Actually, the only time this ever happens w/ me is when I have let an AD clean it in there ultra sonic cleaner. They never fully get the cleaner rinsed and it eventually leaches out of the holes in the links etc. and causes an rash and irritation. So, I obviously don't allow them to clean it anymore. I just make sure I do a good job of cleaning it with soap and water, and a thorough rinse!

26 April 2015, 08:49 AM	#13
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	Definitely time for gold.

26 April 2015, 09:11 AM	#16
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	Go white gold!

26 April 2015, 09:24 AM	#19
DPE "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: uk Posts: 1,050	You maybe reacting to the nickle in the stainless steel part

26 April 2015, 09:34 AM	#21
RollieVerde Banned Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Very Far Away Posts: 579	You may have actually stumbled on the only legitimate use for a NATO strap. But you've tried that and realized they are utter crap and would rather wear the bracelet and take your chances. I salute you, sir. I'll bet there's a dermatologist somewhere who might have an elegant solution. Best of luck!

26 April 2015, 09:36 AM	#24
Fiddler "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: USA Posts: 128	Have you taken off all of the stickers? Plastic against your skin for extended periods will often do that.

26 April 2015, 10:07 AM	#25
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Might have to go the pm route such sorrow lol

26 April 2015, 10:59 AM	#26
ndsleep612 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: SF Watch: Ex.2. Posts: 512	Dr. Goldfinger, your gold Rolex is ready....

26 April 2015, 11:21 AM	#27
Tseg "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Tom Location: World Traveler Watch: GMT Master II BLNR Posts: 1,583	I'm not allergic to my watch but got the exact same reaction using a particular hotel soap. After I got back home and got back to my regular soap the rash went away.

26 April 2015, 11:22 AM	#28
ticktack Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Elly Location: states Watch: rolex and others Posts: 127	try vintage 316 ss rolex they are less nickel compare to 904 with 20%+

26 April 2015, 12:04 PM	#29
mmalek1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Matt Location: Virginia Watch: This one. Posts: 1,760	I've seen this with patients before. Try hydrocortisone for a bit of time. Use dial antibacterial soap with showers. It may seem irritated more at first, but often tends to clear up in two weeks.

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