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Old 9 July 2018, 10:54 PM   #31
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Possible allergic to nickel . It uses a Nato strap
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Old 9 July 2018, 11:15 PM   #32
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Lots of good options if you can't do steel...leather, titanium, PM..you get the idea
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Old 9 July 2018, 11:41 PM   #33
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Shellfish allergy maybe?
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Old 10 July 2018, 12:51 AM   #34
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Old 10 July 2018, 12:57 AM   #35
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Old 10 July 2018, 01:37 AM   #36
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Is it possible your are allergic to the detergent you use when you clean the bracelet? Did you switch to a new detergent recently?
This is actually a real possibility. You may have allergic contact dermatitis which can be triggered by any number of things (unfortunately, nickel is one of them). Scented soaps, and some laundry detergent are culprits as well. If switching to different cleaning methods doesn’t do it, you should consult with an allergy specialist.
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Old 10 July 2018, 01:51 AM   #37
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I seem to be developing a reaction to Oystersteel; I get an itchy rash with red bumps on the sides of my wrist after wearing my Explorer. It used to only happen on really hot days, but recently it seems to be occurring even on normal days when I wear the watch all day. Interestingly it is only on the sides where the bracelet links touch my skin -- I don't seem to have any issues with the caseback or clasp. I've made sure the bracelet is clean.

From what I've read I'm guessing that I'm allergic to nickel (I do recall getting a similar rash with some cheap nickel shirt studs many years ago), and that sweating causes nickel to leech out of the 904L. I used to just give it some time to heal and then resume wearing the watch (and try to avoid wearing on really hot days), but it seems like my sensitivity to the steel is increasing over time such that I'm avoiding wearing the watch most days now.

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I have heard of a few people saying this over 10 years. Its unclear whether its to do with something else. I think the fact that its just the bracelet is quite telling, a nickel allergy would effect the watch as well. Also note that its an alloy with nickel, as opposed to a nickel steel mixture, which cheap items that produce nickel allergies tend to come from.

Lots of strap allergies reported around the web with different material types. Doctors advice seems consistent:

My recommendations to try are;

1.to wash the bracelet very well in an alcohol solution and then disinfect it with medical disinfectant. Make sure the spaces between the links are thoroughly cleaned. This is not a basic wash, its a soaking and cleaning.

2. washing the wrist but not rinsing off soap thoroughly can cause reactions. The soap gets caught between the strap and the wrist and causes a skin reaction.

3. Its important not to use hot water on arms, but to use lukewarm water when washing.

4. Skin oils that get stuck in the strap cause germs to grow. solution 1 above.

5. Have a few good swims in the sea with your watch on. Might get a surprise !!

There are cases of people just becoming allergic to a material they've worn for many years, either bracelet, watch or other thing. Sometimes it is a permanent allergy and nothing you can do.

I would try to wear another rolex watch with steel to see if it induces the same reaction.
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Old 10 July 2018, 01:59 AM   #38
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Old 10 July 2018, 02:30 AM   #39
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Did you change shower soaps or cloths washing detergent? If you had a true nickel allergy I would imagine you would break out where the watch case sits on your wrist also. I would try cleaning your whole watch every day before you put it on. Use warm water and a bit of Dawn dish soap. Rinse well and dry with a clean hand towel. Could it also be the warmer summer time weather, your sweat reacting to the watch? There are many variables.
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Old 10 July 2018, 03:20 AM   #40
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Yep probably nickel or chromium allergy.

Yea get some steroid cream to get that cleared up.

Don't use nail polish. Now your exposing your skin to another chemical. how long would it last anyway?

I've heard of having the backside of the bracelet and watchback coated with rhodium. May check into it.
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Old 10 July 2018, 03:26 AM   #41
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I seem to be developing a reaction to Oystersteel; I get an itchy rash with red bumps on the sides of my wrist after wearing my Explorer. It used to only happen on really hot days, but recently it seems to be occurring even on normal days when I wear the watch all day. Interestingly it is only on the sides where the bracelet links touch my skin -- I don't seem to have any issues with the caseback or clasp. I've made sure the bracelet is clean.



From what I've read I'm guessing that I'm allergic to nickel (I do recall getting a similar rash with some cheap nickel shirt studs many years ago), and that sweating causes nickel to leech out of the 904L. I used to just give it some time to heal and then resume wearing the watch (and try to avoid wearing on really hot days), but it seems like my sensitivity to the steel is increasing over time such that I'm avoiding wearing the watch most days now.



Anybody else dealt with this? I've heard the idea to paint the inside of the bracelet with nail polish, or to treat the rash with a steroid cream...any other suggestions? I tried a few straps but I don't really like them nearly as much as the bracelet. I'm considering looking for a vintage piece with a 316L bracelet (although its hard to pin down exactly which references have that) or even a Tudor or Omega (blasphemy, I know!), but nothing in particular has caught my eye yet. Its just so frustrating not being able to wear my watch daily the way it was intended!


Cuts aspartame out of your diet and keep you wrist dry and watch clean. Use soap with no parabens and this will go away


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Old 10 July 2018, 03:28 AM   #42
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Possible allergic to nickel . It uses a Nato strap or Rubber B
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Old 10 July 2018, 03:30 AM   #43
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Old 10 July 2018, 03:32 AM   #44
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Old 10 July 2018, 03:47 AM   #45
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My wife has come up in a rash but that’s another story :-) , no she really has and had taken hers off so I’m looking at a rubber b for her
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Old 22 December 2019, 01:56 AM   #46
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I seem to be developing a reaction to Oystersteel; I get an itchy rash with red bumps on the sides of my wrist after wearing my Explorer. It used to only happen on really hot days, but recently it seems to be occurring even on normal days when I wear the watch all day. Interestingly it is only on the sides where the bracelet links touch my skin -- I don't seem to have any issues with the caseback or clasp. I've made sure the bracelet is clean.



From what I've read I'm guessing that I'm allergic to nickel (I do recall getting a similar rash with some cheap nickel shirt studs many years ago), and that sweating causes nickel to leech out of the 904L. I used to just give it some time to heal and then resume wearing the watch (and try to avoid wearing on really hot days), but it seems like my sensitivity to the steel is increasing over time such that I'm avoiding wearing the watch most days now.



Anybody else dealt with this? I've heard the idea to paint the inside of the bracelet with nail polish, or to treat the rash with a steroid cream...any other suggestions? I tried a few straps but I don't really like them nearly as much as the bracelet. I'm considering looking for a vintage piece with a 316L bracelet (although its hard to pin down exactly which references have that) or even a Tudor or Omega (blasphemy, I know!), but nothing in particular has caught my eye yet. Its just so frustrating not being able to wear my watch daily the way it was intended!


I’ve not had any issues with a Rolex bracelet but I do get the same itchy red rash from my wedding band. (Yes, plenty of room here to make some jokes). I’m married 28 years and never had the issue until about 6 months ago. I’ve cleaned the ring numerous times and numerous ways but after a few days it’s always the same. I stopped wearing the ring which ticked off my wife but it is what it is and as I pointed out to her, if I was the sort to be unfaithful or whatever (and I’m not) the ring wouldn’t stop me anyway. I said this with sincerity and I thought it was a good point. She did not


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Old 22 December 2019, 02:10 AM   #47
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Becoming allergic to Rolex steel...

You might try to apply some 3M film to the underside of the bracelet. Think the phone screen/clear bra material.

Do the entire underside and then cut out the space between the links with an x-acto knife.

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Old 22 December 2019, 03:23 AM   #48
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Old 22 December 2019, 04:33 AM   #49
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It is true that high nickel alloy steels are great for corrosion resistance but can cause allergic effects. Statistically more often in women than men but in both. I imagine that is what you have. Washing the steel (or your arm) will have no effect. I'd recommend either a leather strap, clear nail polish or 3M film on the underside of the links and case back. A change to 316 is unlikely to solve the problem.

Good luck.
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Old 22 December 2019, 05:03 AM   #50
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Switch wrists for a awhile. That wrist may have become sensitive. Switch wrists for like a month or two. Then switch back if you want.
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Old 22 December 2019, 07:10 AM   #51
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I actually had this issue, particularly when it was warm out. Moved to PM and havent had it since
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Old 22 December 2019, 07:18 AM   #52
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This is the best solution even if you have no allergies.

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Daytona or Yachtmaster with an Oysterflex bracelet would be good for those with sensitive skins. And they're lower-priced than any PM model with a full metal bracelet.
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Old 22 December 2019, 07:40 AM   #53
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I had an issue with skin during a difficult time, a bervement. I had a patch test done at hospital to find what I was allergic to. Turns out I'm allergic to parabens and black die, in clothes, leather and rubber ( makes my fetishes much more difficult, kidding, probably). Anyway the only real answer is to have yourself checked professionally and work it out from there.
That being said, if it must be Rolex steel you have bund or NATO straps, PM or other brands in titanium.
I wish you luck but trust me get yourself professionally checked.
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Old 24 April 2020, 09:44 AM   #54
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I am allergy to nickel as well, now I just get a new 114060 and it sits on my desk instead of my wrist.

I remember in other post, someone post a case back sticker for Rolex submariner, but I can't find the post any more, so what final solution you guys take?
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Old 24 April 2020, 11:07 AM   #55
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you might have a legitimate reason to wear PM watches. In a way that's really cool. OP hope you get to the bottom of what's causing the issue for you.
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Old 24 April 2020, 02:38 PM   #56
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I can relate this being a leather allergy case myself. OP have you tried washing the metal bracelet with soapy water?
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Old 24 April 2020, 03:41 PM   #57
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Ha. I assumed this thread would be about prices and shortage of SS models.

Lol

I thought it was about a guy telling us he just bought a PM watch.


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Old 24 April 2020, 04:38 PM   #58
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Old 24 April 2020, 04:42 PM   #59
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Hi give that watch a jolly good scrub up in soapy water just incase bacteria on the strap is the issue, all the best.
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