Hi everyone I recently had for a brief period a limited edition PO on rubber and it caused serious pain, irritation and swelling of my wrist bone....I tried the strap at a perfect fit...loose...and tighter with no help...even switched wrists and did the same to the other side

I had this once before with the rolex deep sea anyone else ever experience this? I've had many watches old and new so it's not like I don't know how to wear a watch...I have a 68 speedmaster and never have had an issue...even panerai never gave me a problem

 

A nickel allergy would cause a skin rash, but he didn't get that with other watches. It sounds like large tall watches are moving around from being too top heavy and banging his wrist bone.

 

Is this your first watch on a rubber strap? It could be a reaction to the silicone content in the rubber...even if you have had a rubber strap before the Omega strap could have a higher silicone content setting off this reaction.

 

Latex perhaps?

 

As far as I know there is nothing wrong with the watches, have you ever considered new wrists?

 

Allergies to latex or some of the rubber products are common. Can't be sure without examining the area affected, but I can imagine you could get a reaction to the components of the strap as well. I have seen nickle allergies from casebacks or cheap buckles, which are "a dime a dozen" common (inflation...).
I would think this is a reaction to the rubber strap of the PO, which may mean a change in strap. Leather or other kind of hide should not cause any problems, unless the buckle is the issue.
Treatment is easy, avoid the offending watch/strap for a week or so to allow the swelling to disappear.

 

Well yes and no...

Just want to add that regardless of the nickel content of the steel used, the Nickel Release Rate is limited by EU standards for watches and jewelry. The nickel content of the steel is only but one factor related to the nickel release rate - things like how the surface in contact with the skin is finished can also have a very big impact on the release rate. Regardless of the high nickel content in 904L, the release rate is still within the standards - this does not mean someone won't still have a reaction, but I have no doubt the major watch manufacturer's make sure their goods comply.

If you want to read more about it this link is a good start:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nickel_Directive

Also with regards to the strap, the material may be an issue, but also remember that these surfaces can carry contaminants, so they should be cleaned periodically. It could be the strap or something on the strap that is causing the issue if you get inflammation at that spot.

Believe me if you saw the crap in some of the bracelets I get in with watches for service, you would be amazed at how dirty people let them get...

Cheers, Al

 

Thank you for the replies...the watch was brand new...it may be the combination of weight and engraving...I've had panerai no problem...

now ow I don't know what to get I like the liquid neural PO and they have sapphire caseback...maybe that's the answer?

 

Does your entire wrist hurt or is isolated to one specific bone? A lot of people have problems with the triquetrum (the round bone which protrudes from the top outside part of your wrists) when wearing large sport watches. the lugs literally beat your bones.

someone else mentioned possible latex allergy but these new straps are pretty hypoallergenic. But, it still could be an issue for you if you're hypersensitive. Even your diet can affect sensitivity.
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I find that Ulysee Nardin makes the most comfy rubber straps by far. If you can deal with the vanilla sent, you're golden. the titanium hinges are a clever trick.

This is far and away the most comfy sports watch i wear:

 

If that UN wasn't modular, I would have bought one a long time ago! Still my favourite UN is the Sonata...

 

You should stop wearing the watch and immediately send it to me