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Rolex Junky · 15 May 2010, 07:24 AM

Does Rolex SS contain nickel?

The GMT Master · 15 May 2010, 07:40 AM

Yes, 904L has a relatively high nickel content

Jocke · 15 May 2010, 07:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolex Junky

Does Rolex SS contain nickel?

I guess you need a lot of nickles when you buy one.

taylor · 15 May 2010, 07:43 AM

Do you have allergic contact dermatitis?

springbar · 15 May 2010, 07:43 AM

Yes. Lots. Over 10% for the 316 alloy watches, about 25% for 904.

Rolex Junky · 15 May 2010, 07:50 AM

What alloy are TT DJs?

springbar · 15 May 2010, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolex Junky

What alloy are TT DJs?

I assume the stainless parts are the same as their SS counterparts.

If you've got a nickel allergy, don't mess around - it only gets worse. Perfect excuse for you to pick up a yellow-gold or platinum Day-Date.

springer · 15 May 2010, 08:23 AM

I believe all stainless steel has some quantity of nickle content, but varies by the grade of stainless.

Rolex Junky · 15 May 2010, 08:29 AM

Let me rephrase: do the DJ contain the 10% or 25% alloy?
I have sensitive skin; and as an MD i freqeuntly have to wash my hands. Over the years I have developed a serious allergy to all glycerin containing products. I'm a bit concerned I might become sensitive to nickel.

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Originally Posted by springbar

I assume the stainless parts are the same as their SS counterparts.

If you've got a nickel allergy, don't mess around - it only gets worse. Perfect excuse for you to pick up a yellow-gold or platinum Day-Date.

springbar · 15 May 2010, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolex Junky

Let me rephrase: do the DJ contain the 10% or 25% alloy?

I'm not certain about the new ones, but the older Datejusts were I believe 316.

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I have sensitive skin; and as an MD i freqeuntly have to wash my hands. Over the years I have developed a serious allergy to all glycerin containing products. I'm a bit concerned I might become sensitive to nickel.

I'm not an allergist/metallurgist, so I'm not sure if the higher-Ni-content 904 alloy is actually worse than 316 for people with nickel allergies. I would assume what matters is how freely a particular alloy gives up its nickel. Who knows, maybe 904 is better on that score.

In all seriousness, if I had any concern about this and I was already looking at two-tones, I'd consider a gold Day-Date instead.

Ken Cox · 15 May 2010, 09:36 AM

316 has 10-14% nickel and 904l has 23-28% nickel.

http://www.azom.com/details.asp?arti...3#_Composition

http://www.azom.com/details.asp?arti...2#_Composition

Johny · 15 May 2010, 09:38 AM

are you going to get tested for nickel?

GradyPhilpott · 15 May 2010, 10:59 AM

A Bund strap might be somewhat more budget friendly than a solid gold watch, not that there's anything wrong with solid gold watches.

andrew79 · 15 May 2010, 11:26 AM

Funny story here... my wife's skin is very sensitive to accessories and watches.... but when she wears rolex, nothing happens to her .... the allergy just doesn't appear....

ParisDakarBmw · 15 May 2010, 11:35 AM

If you truly want to wear the watch there is a common fix in the jewelry trade. You can find a watchmaker/jeweler to help you out.

I do this often with wedding rings when one or another is allergic to nickel. You can have the watch case, caseback, and bracelet treated in a Rhodium, or Palladium electroplating. This will put a micro layer of bright white metal on the steel. They would put it together, and only you would know.

Some people put a thin layer of nail polish on the inside of the jewelry, but that's not a good idea on a watch.

Rolex Junky · 16 May 2010, 05:56 AM

Good tip to keep in mind. Thanks for the advice.

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Originally Posted by ParisDakarBmw

If you truly want to wear the watch there is a common fix in the jewelry trade. You can find a watchmaker/jeweler to help you out.

I do this often with wedding rings when one or another is allergic to nickel. You can have the watch case, caseback, and bracelet treated in a Rhodium, or Palladium electroplating. This will put a micro layer of bright white metal on the steel. They would put it together, and only you would know.

Some people put a thin layer of nail polish on the inside of the jewelry, but that's not a good idea on a watch.

springbar · 16 May 2010, 06:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ParisDakarBmw

If you truly want to wear the watch there is a common fix in the jewelry trade. You can find a watchmaker/jeweler to help you out.

I do this often with wedding rings when one or another is allergic to nickel. You can have the watch case, caseback, and bracelet treated in a Rhodium, or Palladium electroplating. This will put a micro layer of bright white metal on the steel. They would put it together, and only you would know.

Some people put a thin layer of nail polish on the inside of the jewelry, but that's not a good idea on a watch.

I can't imagine any electroplating holding up long-term on a watch, especially the bracelet, and especially where the links rub together. But perhaps even with scratches and sections worn through it's still "good enough" to prevent a reaction.

ParisDakarBmw · 16 May 2010, 06:36 AM

It would be a thin plating, but enough to prevent contact on the inner portions. It couldn't hurt to try.

thefork · 16 May 2010, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by andrew79

Funny story here... my wife's skin is very sensitive to accessories and watches.... but when she wears rolex, nothing happens to her .... the allergy just doesn't appear....

Same story with my wife. I even told the Rolex Store at the Wynn, "If she has an allergic reaction to the metal in the band, I am going to have to take it back." Thankfully, she never had any allergic reaction. She has to watch out for all earrings and belt buckles too.

Rolex was fine though.

Traveler · 16 May 2010, 08:30 AM

An allergy such as you experience would be a legitmate reason to go with white gold !

springbar · 16 May 2010, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Traveler

An allergy such as you experience would be a legitmate reason to go with white gold !

Most white gold alloys contain nickel. I don't know what Rolex uses.

SubKing · 16 May 2010, 09:38 AM

i might need alot of pennies to buy that everrose gold DD

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The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	Yes, 904L has a relatively high nickel content

15 May 2010, 07:43 AM	#5
springbar "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Bay Area, Ca Watch: 116400GV Posts: 834	Yes. Lots. Over 10% for the 316 alloy watches, about 25% for 904.

15 May 2010, 07:50 AM	#6
Rolex Junky Banned Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Lorenzo Location: Netherlands Watch: 116710LN & 116201 Posts: 849	What alloy are TT DJs?

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Ken Cox "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Ken Cox Location: Bend, Oregon, USA Watch: GMT Master II Posts: 469	316 has 10-14% nickel and 904l has 23-28% nickel. http://www.azom.com/details.asp?arti...3#_Composition http://www.azom.com/details.asp?arti...2#_Composition

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Johny "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: john Location: Scotland Watch: sub 16610Lv Posts: 13,523	are you going to get tested for nickel?

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GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,460	A Bund strap might be somewhat more budget friendly than a solid gold watch, not that there's anything wrong with solid gold watches.

15 May 2010, 11:35 AM	#15
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	If you truly want to wear the watch there is a common fix in the jewelry trade. You can find a watchmaker/jeweler to help you out. I do this often with wedding rings when one or another is allergic to nickel. You can have the watch case, caseback, and bracelet treated in a Rhodium, or Palladium electroplating. This will put a micro layer of bright white metal on the steel. They would put it together, and only you would know. Some people put a thin layer of nail polish on the inside of the jewelry, but that's not a good idea on a watch.

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ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	It would be a thin plating, but enough to prevent contact on the inner portions. It couldn't hurt to try.

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Traveler Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 374	An allergy such as you experience would be a legitmate reason to go with white gold !

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SubKing "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: USA Watch: where do i start?? Posts: 3,254	i might need alot of pennies to buy that everrose gold DD

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