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BiG JeEzY · 8 August 2007, 08:13 PM

Its a hot Summer here right now in North America and every Summer that of having worn my GMT and Exp II, I've noticed that my wrist becomes lighter in color than my hand and the rest of my arm altogether. Its like there's a tanline on my wrist. I am outside a lot and am always under the sun. I also notice that when driving, the sunlight always hits my arm when I'm wearing my watch so I think driving a lot is a major contributor to the tanline on my wrist.

I noticed the tanline on my parents who wear Rolex watches themselves as well. I used to wear a digital watch everyday when I was way younger but can't really remember if I ever had a tanline from wearing that watch too. I don't think I ever did. Right now, the contrast on my wrist is not very noticeable, but every time I look down at my wrist like as I type this now, I cant help but laugh a little at how silly it looks.

My question is, do any members here on TRF have a similar experience when you wear your watches in the summer and/or most of the time when you're not wearing long sleeves?? Or am I just pretty crazy for posting this?

So I plan on making a poll of this question for no real reason at all but just to observe any possible statistics to my question. Have a good Wednesday/Thursday everyone!!

walds11 · 8 August 2007, 08:45 PM

I wear my watch all of the time, especially at the pool and beach. I have a nice tan line and it is only noticeable when I take my watch off, which is rare.

Ragu · 8 August 2007, 08:46 PM

Here in S.FL the sun has been very intense this past summer.

When riding my HD I first put on sun lotion SPF 50 on my arms and face.
I wrap my Wht.Exp.II in a microfiber cloth and put it in my saddle bag.

When arriving at my destination usually (Florida Keys) Key Largo or Islamorada I then put on my watch.
Having a sun tan line on my left wrist is avoided and I prefer not having one.

Shamless pic of my saddle bags

SPACE-DWELLER · 8 August 2007, 09:35 PM

No, I don't get any tan line with that kinda "summer" we have in Denmark this year:

watchnut · 9 August 2007, 12:58 AM

We've had a very hot summer in Ohio but I take the watch off while golfing. Also when driving I keep my arm down by the arm rest. Just an anal thing I have about possible fading of the dial. So I don't notice much of a tan line.

roadcarver · 9 August 2007, 01:22 AM

Yes but doesn't have to be a Rolex that will give the tan line.

Dan Pierce · 9 August 2007, 01:32 AM

I've got a biker [bicycle that is] tan. Don't wear a watch when riding so no problem.
dP

JJ Irani · 9 August 2007, 04:22 AM

I've got unmentionable tan lines all over my body....so the one on my wrist pales by comparison!!

leopardprey · 9 August 2007, 05:49 AM

That is what happens when you wear a g-string thong to the beach JJ ! LOL

(Ok, now that I have that picture in my mind, I will not be eating for several days! LOL LOL)

Rubenonfire · 9 August 2007, 05:50 AM

I live in Arizona, so I get the benefit of beautiful bright sunshine pretty much year-round...the tan-line from my watch is perma-baked into my arm!

paypalbid · 9 August 2007, 07:01 AM

Yea I went to Arizona last week to Lake Havasu, Sedona, and Grand Canyon and then Las Vegas for 3 days. Needless to say I was getting wayyyyy too much sun exposure for the whole week. I have a very noticable watch tan with the oyster case shape not centered to my wrist.

Rubenonfire · 9 August 2007, 07:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by paypalbid

Yea I went to Arizona last week to Lake Havasu, Sedona, and Grand Canyon and then Las Vegas for 3 days. Needless to say I was getting wayyyyy too much sun exposure for the whole week. I have a very noticable watch tan with the oyster case shape not centered to my wrist.

Wow...that's quite a trip. Obviously the Grand Canyon and Sedona on account of all the gorgeous natural beauty, Vegas is...well...Vegas (enough said) and then Havasu. Was the lake crazy?

vh_bu98 · 9 August 2007, 12:36 PM

I've been wearing a watch since middle school and I've had a tan line on my wrist since than. And the fact that I tan very easily will contribute to it.

Rockrolex · 9 August 2007, 12:42 PM

I get a tan line when I'm out in the sun and wearing short sleeves or I'm on the beach. Doesn't bother me because I cover it up with the watch (which is why I got the tan line in the first place

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Mrdi · 9 August 2007, 01:19 PM

Gentlemen,

You've probably noticed the small spaces between the links on your Rolex.
You're also probably aware the the Rolex Oyster bracelette moves on the wrist
with arm movement and is not stationary.
This non-stationary bracelette and the precisely designed spacing between links was specifically designed into the Rolex bracelette to eliminate tan lines.
The Chinese have not been able to duplicate these fine incremental design features.
If you have tan lines from you Rolex, I strongly suggest you take it to the closest AD and have its' authenticity verified
A tan line most often signifies a Folex.

Prevaricatively,,

Mrdi

bwalkerVintage · 9 August 2007, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mrdi

Gentlemen,

You've probably noticed the small spaces between the links on your Rolex.
You're also probably aware the the Rolex Oyster bracelette moves on the wrist
with arm movement and is not stationary.
This non-stationary bracelette and the precisely designed spacing between links was specifically designed into the Rolex bracelette to eliminate tan lines.
The Chinese have not been able to duplicate these fine incremental design features.
If you have tan lines from you Rolex, I strongly suggest you take it to the closest AD and have its' authenticity verified
A tan line most often signifies a Folex.

Prevaricatively,,

Mrdi

I concur.

Also prevaricatively,

bmw

Tombstone · 10 August 2007, 05:45 AM

No tan line here, although during the summer months the "grime" factor seems to go up. If I am out in the sun sweating thin black "grime" builds up in the left side of my wrist. It occurs only in the summer time and is solved by washing the watch with mild hand soap. I am a clean freak so it drives me nuts. Other Rolex owners report the same build up. Three months out of the year is not too bad I guess.

paypalbid · 10 August 2007, 06:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rubenonfire

Wow...that's quite a trip. Obviously the Grand Canyon and Sedona on account of all the gorgeous natural beauty, Vegas is...well...Vegas (enough said) and then Havasu. Was the lake crazy?

The lake was actually calm considering no flashing or parties. Lots of people drinking here and there, small party groups on lake but nothing like the stuff you see on Girls Gone Wild !
You are right, Vegas is Vegas....I talked to so many people at the bar and I dont even remember. I was drinking from 4pm until 5am in the morning. Wandering around the city and ended up leaving the strip club VIP room at 5am. I dropped SO MUCH money in Vegas compare to Havasu, Sedona, and Grand Canyon combined ! The whole trip was fun though

By the way your avitar photo, is that a M5 or M3 ? or other M

Solo118 · 10 August 2007, 07:36 AM

My watch is worn a little loose so it slides up and down my wrist all day, Basically I have a larger tan line than normal ppl lol... Not too noticeable though thankfully!

View Poll Results: Does wearing you watch give your wrist a tanline during the Summer?
Yes and it is really noticeble	32	62.75%
Yes I see it but the tanline blends in to the rest of my arm	10	19.61%
No, I do not see any differences on the color of my wrist	9	17.65%
Voters: 51. You may not vote on this poll

8 August 2007, 08:13 PM	#1
BiG JeEzY "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jerome Location: N. California Watch: GMT I/EXP II/DJ Posts: 3,351	Does wearing your Rolex give your wrist a tanline during the Summer? Its a hot Summer here right now in North America and every Summer that of having worn my GMT and Exp II, I've noticed that my wrist becomes lighter in color than my hand and the rest of my arm altogether. Its like there's a tanline on my wrist. I am outside a lot and am always under the sun. I also notice that when driving, the sunlight always hits my arm when I'm wearing my watch so I think driving a lot is a major contributor to the tanline on my wrist. I noticed the tanline on my parents who wear Rolex watches themselves as well. I used to wear a digital watch everyday when I was way younger but can't really remember if I ever had a tanline from wearing that watch too. I don't think I ever did. Right now, the contrast on my wrist is not very noticeable, but every time I look down at my wrist like as I type this now, I cant help but laugh a little at how silly it looks. My question is, do any members here on TRF have a similar experience when you wear your watches in the summer and/or most of the time when you're not wearing long sleeves?? Or am I just pretty crazy for posting this? So I plan on making a poll of this question for no real reason at all but just to observe any possible statistics to my question. Have a good Wednesday/Thursday everyone!! __________________ -Rolex Explorer II Black dial 16570 (circa 2001) -Rolex GMT Master I Pepsi 1675 (circa 1978) -Rolex Datejust TT Champagne 16233 (circa 1991) -Vintage Longines Automatic La Grande Classique -Vintage Seiko 6138 Automatic Chronograph with "Kakume" Dial

8 August 2007, 08:46 PM	#3
Ragu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Ragu Sauce Location: Southern, FL Watch: the Sauce ;) Posts: 782	Here in S.FL the sun has been very intense this past summer. When riding my HD I first put on sun lotion SPF 50 on my arms and face. I wrap my Wht.Exp.II in a microfiber cloth and put it in my saddle bag. When arriving at my destination usually (Florida Keys) Key Largo or Islamorada I then put on my watch. Having a sun tan line on my left wrist is avoided and I prefer not having one. Shamless pic of my saddle bags __________________ "Waiting is so time consuming" -- Unknown Proud Member #2391

8 August 2007, 09:35 PM	#4
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	No, I don't get any tan line with that kinda "summer" we have in Denmark this year: __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

9 August 2007, 01:22 AM	#6
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Yes but doesn't have to be a Rolex that will give the tan line. __________________ I'm just a cook...

8 August 2007, 08:45 PM	#2
walds11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Adam Location: Philly ‘burbs Posts: 5,660	I wear my watch all of the time, especially at the pool and beach. I have a nice tan line and it is only noticeable when I take my watch off, which is rare.

9 August 2007, 12:58 AM	#5
watchnut "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: David Location: SW Fla Watch: SS Daytona & TT DJ Posts: 1,430	We've had a very hot summer in Ohio but I take the watch off while golfing. Also when driving I keep my arm down by the arm rest. Just an anal thing I have about possible fading of the dial. So I don't notice much of a tan line.

9 August 2007, 01:32 AM	#7
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,217	I've got a biker [bicycle that is] tan. Don't wear a watch when riding so no problem. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

9 August 2007, 04:22 AM	#8
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	I've got unmentionable tan lines all over my body....so the one on my wrist pales by comparison!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

9 August 2007, 05:49 AM	#9
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	That is what happens when you wear a g-string thong to the beach JJ ! LOL (Ok, now that I have that picture in my mind, I will not be eating for several days! LOL LOL)

9 August 2007, 05:50 AM	#10
Rubenonfire "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Ruben Location: Orange County Watch: 16610LV Posts: 1,317	I live in Arizona, so I get the benefit of beautiful bright sunshine pretty much year-round...the tan-line from my watch is perma-baked into my arm! __________________ Throw your Rollies in the sky, wave 'em side to side, now keep your hands high.

9 August 2007, 07:01 AM	#11
paypalbid Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: So Cal Posts: 107	Yea I went to Arizona last week to Lake Havasu, Sedona, and Grand Canyon and then Las Vegas for 3 days. Needless to say I was getting wayyyyy too much sun exposure for the whole week. I have a very noticable watch tan with the oyster case shape not centered to my wrist.

9 August 2007, 12:36 PM	#13
vh_bu98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Vu Location: Dallas area Watch: Platinum YM Posts: 2,646	I've been wearing a watch since middle school and I've had a tan line on my wrist since than. And the fact that I tan very easily will contribute to it.

9 August 2007, 12:42 PM	#14
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,969	I get a tan line when I'm out in the sun and wearing short sleeves or I'm on the beach. Doesn't bother me because I cover it up with the watch (which is why I got the tan line in the first place ). __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

9 August 2007, 01:19 PM	#15
Mrdi Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,478	Gentlemen, You've probably noticed the small spaces between the links on your Rolex. You're also probably aware the the Rolex Oyster bracelette moves on the wrist with arm movement and is not stationary. This non-stationary bracelette and the precisely designed spacing between links was specifically designed into the Rolex bracelette to eliminate tan lines. The Chinese have not been able to duplicate these fine incremental design features. If you have tan lines from you Rolex, I strongly suggest you take it to the closest AD and have its' authenticity verified A tan line most often signifies a Folex. Prevaricatively,, Mrdi

10 August 2007, 05:45 AM	#17
Tombstone "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: LV, NV Watch: LV Sub and others Posts: 2,689	No tan line here, although during the summer months the "grime" factor seems to go up. If I am out in the sun sweating thin black "grime" builds up in the left side of my wrist. It occurs only in the summer time and is solved by washing the watch with mild hand soap. I am a clean freak so it drives me nuts. Other Rolex owners report the same build up. Three months out of the year is not too bad I guess.

10 August 2007, 07:36 AM	#19
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,092	My watch is worn a little loose so it slides up and down my wrist all day, Basically I have a larger tan line than normal ppl lol... Not too noticeable though thankfully!

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