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Mrkamir9 · 18 July 2016, 03:48 AM

Popped into the local mall today and visited the Rolex store, as usual. I had on my TT bluesy and had a quick chat with the gentleman. As we were talking I had mentioned how I haven't taken it off since I got it, what he told me next was a bit shocking...

He told me "Make sure you don't wear it in the pool", I said why the hell not? He began to explain that chlorine isn't good for gold unless it's solid and could darken it quickly. I told him I didn't care, I bought a submariner for these reasons and I'm going to enjoy it! He said "ok your choice"

Just curious, not that I'd change my mind anyways, I enjoy wearing it without worrying about the small amounts of chlorine for the short periods of time I spend in a pool lol...but has anyone heard of this being an issue for PM watches? I can't imagine someone buying a submariner to worry about these things...

I'm sure this has been talked about many times (I haven't checked) but I thought it was strange that a Rolex AD came up with this... Thanks in advance.

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AK797 · 18 July 2016, 03:52 AM

He's now trying to sell you a platinum, top salesman.

superdog · 18 July 2016, 03:52 AM

No. He's making things up.

Mrkamir9 · 18 July 2016, 03:53 AM

Haha funny you say that, we joked about this very thing! 😂

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dabbotjordan · 18 July 2016, 03:53 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

He's now trying to sell you a platinum, top salesman.

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dysondiver · 18 July 2016, 04:13 AM

chlorine can bleach gold , depending on the alloys used ,, cant imagine it happens very quickly though

japenney · 18 July 2016, 04:18 AM

Put watch under warm tap water with a little soap when you wash your hands after getting out of pool and your good. To be safe if you pool often. I could see an effect over years if you pool often and never wash it.

Mrkamir9 · 18 July 2016, 04:20 AM

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Originally Posted by dysondiver

chlorine can bleach gold , depending on the alloys used ,, cant imagine it happens very quickly though

I did actually do a bit of research to find out what studies have been done etc...

Supposedly chlorine can ruin gold if it's not pure, but these studies have been done with high amounts of chlorine for long periods of time. Clearly the gold isn't the issue, it's the other metals mixed in. Either way I think it's silly to worry about a 1 hour dip in the pool. I think I'll be just fine ;)

beshannon · 18 July 2016, 04:22 AM

Keep Bleach/Chlorine away from Your Gold Jewelry!

http://www.goodmansjewelers.com/keep...-gold-jewelry/

Do Chemicals Affect Your Gold?

Last but not least, tell your customers not to wear their jewelry in hot tubs and swimming pools

http://technical-articles.hooverands...ect-your-gold/

Before going into a hot tub or swimming pool. Chlorine can damage and discolor metals (like gold and platinum) and can slowly erode the finish and polish of gemstones.

http://info.jewelersmutual.com/the-j...-bummer-summer

dysondiver · 18 July 2016, 04:24 AM

chlorine is mean stuff ,,, thats why they use it , but granted the concentration isnt great ,, look at the pool guys wedding ring , that would be a fair test .

eco8gator · 18 July 2016, 04:27 AM

Just rinse it with fresh water after being in the pool. Chlorine is nasty stuff.

daytonaTBR · 18 July 2016, 04:36 AM

As long as you rinse it out after, then you're good

watchwatcher · 18 July 2016, 05:01 AM

Great looking watch.

Viffer · 18 July 2016, 05:11 AM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Great looking watch.

At the moment

Onikage · 18 July 2016, 05:21 AM

No he's right. Which is why it's advisable to at least rinse after use in the pool. I've seen other gold jewellery where the luster has completely gone due to improper care. Dark, impossible to polish and riddled with pitting.

breitlings · 18 July 2016, 05:24 AM

I have seen discolored 14k watches. Including an old rolex that was pitted. But 18k rolex should be ok unless u are around serious acid. I doubt anything in a pool would discolor pt. its just much higher percentage of pure metal that is very atomically stable.

Mrkamir9 · 18 July 2016, 05:49 AM

Some great information here. Although I'm still pretty sure I'll be fine having a dip in the pool from time to time and giving my watch a nice wash after. On the other hand is it really worth worrying about the gold changing colors and having to give it a meticulous cleaning just to have a swim? I'll pick and choose, but I think many owners have been doing it for years with no issues. Still curious if anyone personally has seen any changes to their personal PM watch...

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Mrkamir9 · 18 July 2016, 05:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beshannon

Keep Bleach/Chlorine away from Your Gold Jewelry!

http://www.goodmansjewelers.com/keep...-gold-jewelry/

Do Chemicals Affect Your Gold?

Last but not least, tell your customers not to wear their jewelry in hot tubs and swimming pools

http://technical-articles.hooverands...ect-your-gold/

Before going into a hot tub or swimming pool. Chlorine can damage and discolor metals (like gold and platinum) and can slowly erode the finish and polish of gemstones.

http://info.jewelersmutual.com/the-j...-bummer-summer

Great info, thanks!

crowncollection · 18 July 2016, 06:11 AM

Just rinse it afterwards

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droptopman · 18 July 2016, 06:23 AM

Wore a 16613 as a daily for 10+ years and was regularly in the pool and hot tub at the gym--like everyday.
I did have a routine of a quick wash in the shower with shampoo and water.
Never noticed any change in color or damage. In fact watch was always nice and clean!

mudd · 18 July 2016, 06:52 AM

Swim, then rinse. It will be fine.

Wcdhtwn · 18 July 2016, 07:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by breitlings

I have seen discolored 14k watches. Including an old rolex that was pitted. But 18k rolex should be ok unless u are around serious acid. I doubt anything in a pool would discolor pt. its just much higher percentage of pure metal that is very atomically stable.

If there's enough chlorine in the pool to discolor the gold in your watch you'll know because your skin will be burned off first.

masyv6 · 18 July 2016, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Wcdhtwn

If there's enough chlorine in the pool to discolor the gold in your watch you'll know because your skin will be burned off first.

Everyone is overlooking this. I wouldn't expose my Rolex to harsh chemicals if I could avoid it, but the amount of chlorine in a pool doesn't qualify as harsh to me. If I wouldn't put my watch in something, I wouldn't put the rest of me in it.

doubleinfive · 18 July 2016, 08:25 AM

Refrain from putting chlorine in your pool...

billykmd · 18 July 2016, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Mrkamir9

Popped into the local mall today and visited the Rolex store, as usual. I had on my TT bluesy and had a quick chat with the gentleman. As we were talking I had mentioned how I haven't taken it off since I got it, what he told me next was a bit shocking...

He told me "Make sure you don't wear it in the pool", I said why the hell not? He began to explain that chlorine isn't good for gold unless it's solid and could darken it quickly. I told him I didn't care, I bought a submariner for these reasons and I'm going to enjoy it! He said "ok your choice"

Just curious, not that I'd change my mind anyways, I enjoy wearing it without worrying about the small amounts of chlorine for the short periods of time I spend in a pool lol...but has anyone heard of this being an issue for PM watches? I can't imagine someone buying a submariner to worry about these things...

I'm sure this has been talked about many times (I haven't checked) but I thought it was strange that a Rolex AD came up with this... Thanks in advance.

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Which AD? Glad to see another person from nashville here! Interesting facts but I don't go swimming that often

kilyung · 18 July 2016, 09:50 AM

I think it depends on the composition of the alloys. Some metals are susceptible to chlorine.

Rocket_Man · 18 July 2016, 11:30 AM

isn't the gold numbering in the bezel just sputtered on and very thin? Is this what he was talking about?

jinikari01 · 18 July 2016, 11:57 AM

Lmao who is this man that discover a new scientific discover?

Eva123 · 18 July 2016, 01:03 PM

I guess that depends on chlorine level in pool and how often you are going to be in pool. I personally seen how chlorine in pool ruined my wifes swimming suite's metal parts (they became discolored). Of course metal in swimming suite and Rolex is absolutely different, however, it demonstrates that chlorine has impact to metals.

I guess that if you constantly spend time in a pool with high chlorine level that might have some impact to your watch as gold is not pure gold. Also, 904L steel also is not 100% immune to chloride.

Hairdude1 · 18 July 2016, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by AK797

He's now trying to sell you a platinum, top salesman.

18 July 2016, 03:48 AM	#1
Mrkamir9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 425	Has my AD lost it? Popped into the local mall today and visited the Rolex store, as usual. I had on my TT bluesy and had a quick chat with the gentleman. As we were talking I had mentioned how I haven't taken it off since I got it, what he told me next was a bit shocking... He told me "Make sure you don't wear it in the pool", I said why the hell not? He began to explain that chlorine isn't good for gold unless it's solid and could darken it quickly. I told him I didn't care, I bought a submariner for these reasons and I'm going to enjoy it! He said "ok your choice" Just curious, not that I'd change my mind anyways, I enjoy wearing it without worrying about the small amounts of chlorine for the short periods of time I spend in a pool lol...but has anyone heard of this being an issue for PM watches? I can't imagine someone buying a submariner to worry about these things... I'm sure this has been talked about many times (I haven't checked) but I thought it was strange that a Rolex AD came up with this... Thanks in advance. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

18 July 2016, 03:52 AM	#3
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	No. He's making things up. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

18 July 2016, 04:22 AM	#9
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	Keep Bleach/Chlorine away from Your Gold Jewelry! http://www.goodmansjewelers.com/keep...-gold-jewelry/ Do Chemicals Affect Your Gold? Last but not least, tell your customers not to wear their jewelry in hot tubs and swimming pools http://technical-articles.hooverands...ect-your-gold/ Before going into a hot tub or swimming pool. Chlorine can damage and discolor metals (like gold and platinum) and can slowly erode the finish and polish of gemstones. http://info.jewelersmutual.com/the-j...-bummer-summer __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

18 July 2016, 05:21 AM	#15
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	No he's right. Which is why it's advisable to at least rinse after use in the pool. I've seen other gold jewellery where the luster has completely gone due to improper care. Dark, impossible to polish and riddled with pitting. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

18 July 2016, 06:11 AM	#19
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,216	Just rinse it afterwards Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ watches many

18 July 2016, 03:52 AM	#2
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	He's now trying to sell you a platinum, top salesman.

18 July 2016, 03:53 AM	#4
Mrkamir9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 425	Haha funny you say that, we joked about this very thing! 😂 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

18 July 2016, 04:13 AM	#6
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	chlorine can bleach gold , depending on the alloys used ,, cant imagine it happens very quickly though

18 July 2016, 04:18 AM	#7
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	Put watch under warm tap water with a little soap when you wash your hands after getting out of pool and your good. To be safe if you pool often. I could see an effect over years if you pool often and never wash it.

18 July 2016, 04:24 AM	#10
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	chlorine is mean stuff ,,, thats why they use it , but granted the concentration isnt great ,, look at the pool guys wedding ring , that would be a fair test .

18 July 2016, 04:27 AM	#11
eco8gator "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Florida Watch: 5060/a Posts: 1,119	Just rinse it with fresh water after being in the pool. Chlorine is nasty stuff.

18 July 2016, 04:36 AM	#12
daytonaTBR "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: N/A Posts: 1,466	As long as you rinse it out after, then you're good

18 July 2016, 05:01 AM	#13
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	Great looking watch.

18 July 2016, 05:24 AM	#16
breitlings Banned Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Bethesda Watch: Apple TV Posts: 5,744	I have seen discolored 14k watches. Including an old rolex that was pitted. But 18k rolex should be ok unless u are around serious acid. I doubt anything in a pool would discolor pt. its just much higher percentage of pure metal that is very atomically stable.

18 July 2016, 05:49 AM	#17
Mrkamir9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 425	Some great information here. Although I'm still pretty sure I'll be fine having a dip in the pool from time to time and giving my watch a nice wash after. On the other hand is it really worth worrying about the gold changing colors and having to give it a meticulous cleaning just to have a swim? I'll pick and choose, but I think many owners have been doing it for years with no issues. Still curious if anyone personally has seen any changes to their personal PM watch... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

18 July 2016, 06:23 AM	#20
droptopman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: Washington State Watch: SUBS and GMT's! Posts: 9,664	Wore a 16613 as a daily for 10+ years and was regularly in the pool and hot tub at the gym--like everyday. I did have a routine of a quick wash in the shower with shampoo and water. Never noticed any change in color or damage. In fact watch was always nice and clean! __________________ Judge Smails: Ty, what did you shoot today? Ty: Oh, Judge, I don't keep score. Judge Smails: Then how do you measure yourself with other golfers? Ty: By height.

18 July 2016, 06:52 AM	#21
mudd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Texas Watch: 114060 Posts: 435	Swim, then rinse. It will be fine.

18 July 2016, 08:25 AM	#24
doubleinfive "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: CA Posts: 655	Refrain from putting chlorine in your pool...

18 July 2016, 09:50 AM	#26
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	I think it depends on the composition of the alloys. Some metals are susceptible to chlorine.

18 July 2016, 11:30 AM	#27
Rocket_Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Houston TX Posts: 1,332	isn't the gold numbering in the bezel just sputtered on and very thin? Is this what he was talking about?

18 July 2016, 11:57 AM	#28
jinikari01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Chi Watch: 116710LN Posts: 642	Lmao who is this man that discover a new scientific discover?

18 July 2016, 01:03 PM	#29
Eva123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Scotland Watch: 116333 Posts: 415	I guess that depends on chlorine level in pool and how often you are going to be in pool. I personally seen how chlorine in pool ruined my wifes swimming suite's metal parts (they became discolored). Of course metal in swimming suite and Rolex is absolutely different, however, it demonstrates that chlorine has impact to metals. I guess that if you constantly spend time in a pool with high chlorine level that might have some impact to your watch as gold is not pure gold. Also, 904L steel also is not 100% immune to chloride.

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