Wristwatch collectors out there?

[irratebass]

I didn't know where else to post this except here. Anyone ever got a rash from their watch? I got my Invicta this past Christmas, and like all my jewelry I do not take it off (for showers or sleep or anything). Well for the past 2 weeks I have broken out in a rash. I have put some hydrocortisone cream on it, but it doesn't seem to be going away. It doesn't itch, it's just gross to look at lol.

Any suggestions to get rid of the rash or a remedy to not have this happen again, I love my watch and I want to wear it. I spoke to a coworker and a doctor at the shop (gyno not dermatologist) who both said to try clear nailpolish, I did a google search and have heard clear glue and tape as well. Is there a band or something I could put on my wrist instead of doing this or what do you think about this?

Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

[mosesbotbol]

Originally Posted by irratebass

I didn't know where else to post this except here. Anyone ever got a rash from their watch?

Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

Try a titanium, gold or leather strap. Allergic reaction.

[irratebass]

Originally Posted by mithrilG60

A nickel reaction is what I was thinking too. Could also be cobalt as that's another binding agent that some people have sensitivities to. Why not switch to a different strap, leather or nylon, and see if that helps?

Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

Try a titanium, gold or leather strap. Allergic reaction.

I dont think that's going to help guys, its just on the top of my wrist, not where the band would be, but where the back of the watch is, observe:

[mosesbotbol]

Originally Posted by irratebass

I dont think that's going to help guys, its just on the top of my wrist, not where the band would be, but where the back of the watch is, observe:

Do you have the plastic covering the back of the case or is your wrist touching metal? Perhaps you need an all titanium or gold watch?

[irratebass]

Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

Do you have the plastic covering the back of the case or is your wrist touching metal? Perhaps you need an all titanium or gold watch?

I took the plastic off I believe will have to double check, maybe I shouldn't have huh? This really upsets me, maybe I can sell it and get a Titanium?

[mosesbotbol]

Originally Posted by irratebass

I took the plastic off I believe will have to double check, maybe I shouldn't have huh? This really upsets me, maybe I can sell it and get a Titanium?

You should take the plastic off. All too often I see it still on the case back; especially on Rolexes. Keep the plastic with the outter box in case you decide to sell later on.

[irratebass]

Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

You should take the plastic off. All too often I see it still on the case back; especially on Rolexes. Keep the plastic with the outter box in case you decide to sell later on.

That was back in Dec bro that plastic is long gone. heh

[Tio Gato]

Originally Posted by irratebass

I didn't know where else to post this except here. Anyone ever got a rash from their watch? I got my Invicta this past Christmas, and like all my jewelry I do not take it off (for showers or sleep or anything). Well for the past 2 weeks I have broken out in a rash. I have put some hydrocortisone cream on it, but it doesn't seem to be going away. It doesn't itch, it's just gross to look at lol.

Any suggestions to get rid of the rash or a remedy to not have this happen again, I love my watch and I want to wear it. .

Let me throw this out to you. Do you wear sunglasses? Imagine how dirty they'd be if you wore them to bed and in the shower. Keeping your watch clean will prevent residues from building up and giving you a rash. Think about what happens to your shower if you don't clean it for months. It gets soap scum build up and bacteria.