Ditto on the Emperor's comment - the rings always come off when I'm doing any hand work more complex than lighting a pipe or typing on a keyboard. The watch as well, if I'm digging into the guts of a car or appliance.

During an on-the-job safety class many years ago, the instructor told of an employee who jumped down from a truck with his wedding ring caught on something. Tore the skin clean off. I've since heard the same type of story in different contexts - manufacturing equipment, military equipment, etc., so it's either a recycled story or a chronic hazard. In either case, I'm happy to take it at face value

Anyway, glad you survived!