does chlorine corrode watch bands or other watch parts?

[Jeff Yan]

I have a G-Shock with (I believe) a resin band that I want to start wearing when I do my lap swimming.

Will the chlorine from swimming pools break down the band or perhaps even the watch itself, like maybe the water resistance seals?

[John Kolody II]

I highly doubt it would cause a problem. I can't recall any wacth I have even owned being affected by chlorine or bromine (in the case of some spas).

Just a side note my father has always had a problem with the acidity of his sweat that he regularly corrodes the steel cases of watches.

[Jack Ho]

Originally Posted by John Kolody II

Just a side note my father has always had a problem with the acidity of his sweat that he regularly corrodes the steel cases of watches.

I believe this can be caused by a nickel allergy and a reaction with the nickel content in the metal. I react to the nickel in the metal they use to make a lot of glass frames, so I go with plastic temples.

[Darryl Shaw]

Originally Posted by Jeff Yan

I have a G-Shock with (I believe) a resin band that I want to start wearing when I do my lap swimming.

Will the chlorine from swimming pools break down the band or perhaps even the watch itself, like maybe the water resistance seals?

It's a good idea to rinse your watch off in fresh water if it's been exposed to either salt water or chlorinated water.

http://www.exceltimeservice.com/support_faq.html (wfs)

[John Kolody II]

An allergic reaction to nickel never thought that could or would be the deal.
Good to know.

John