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Old 16 September 2011, 03:46 PM   #1
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Gilt ?

What is gilt?
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Old 16 September 2011, 03:52 PM   #2
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Feeling one has done something one should not have done for an extended period of time.
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Old 16 September 2011, 03:55 PM   #3
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Here you go from wikipedia: The term gilding covers a number of decorative techniques for applying fine gold leaf or powder to solid surfaces such as wood, stone, or metal to give a thin coating of gold. A gilded object is described as "gilt".
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Old 16 September 2011, 04:45 PM   #4
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is this a joke?
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Old 16 September 2011, 11:57 PM   #5
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Not joking, still new here and had seen several ad's saying a gilt "GMT or whatever watch" thanks for the info. Still learning
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Old 17 September 2011, 12:39 AM   #6
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Gilt is similar to gold inlaid technique of metal working. It's applying gold leaf over metal in case of dials you'll often see gilt dials in older watches. Might be similar to gold plating somewhat
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Old 17 September 2011, 02:28 AM   #7
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There is also gilt.com which offers members discounts on luxury items.
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Old 17 September 2011, 02:36 AM   #8
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Gilt is similar to gold inlaid technique of metal working. It's applying gold leaf over metal in case of dials you'll often see gilt dials in older watches. Might be similar to gold plating somewhat
Thx for info. Didnt actually know what gilt means...:)

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Old 18 September 2011, 04:35 AM   #9
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Feeling one has done something one should not have done for an extended period of time.
That was a joke...wasn't it?
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Old 18 September 2011, 04:42 AM   #10
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