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Old 29 June 2012, 09:19 AM   #1
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Got this for my graduation. Bought it over in the Diamond District in NYC. Pre-Owned from around the 90s, the lume doesn't light up however, is that normal? Thanks guys!
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Old 29 June 2012, 09:35 AM   #2
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Subs from the 90's used Tritium for their luminescence. It has a limited lifespan which would explain why it doesn't give off much of a glow anymore.
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Old 29 June 2012, 09:40 AM   #3
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No luminous at that time in Rolex watches. Should not glow.
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Old 29 June 2012, 09:42 AM   #4
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Congrats on the graduation!
Looks like its had a polish or two, but if that doesn't bother you enjoy it
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Old 29 June 2012, 09:43 AM   #5
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Does Rolex refinish the lume during service?
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Old 29 June 2012, 09:45 AM   #6
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yes they do.congrats i see you have pcl, post more pic of your watch at all angles
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Old 29 June 2012, 09:45 AM   #7
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Looks good, congrats... personally, I would bring it to an AD and have the lugs and the bracelet "brushed" like it should be.
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Old 29 June 2012, 09:48 AM   #8
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Thanks guys, much appreciated. Will post more pictures.
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Old 29 June 2012, 10:53 AM   #9
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Old 29 June 2012, 11:19 AM   #10
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Congrats! The first of many I predict.
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Old 29 June 2012, 11:21 AM   #11
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No luminous at that time in Rolex watches. Should not glow.
They've used lume for a long, long time.

Since it's a tritium dial, the remaining lume will be quite weak...possibly nonexistent.
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Old 29 June 2012, 11:50 AM   #12
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Old 29 June 2012, 11:52 AM   #13
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Beauty!
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Old 29 June 2012, 11:56 AM   #14
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the original oyster bracelet for submariner doesn't have polished center link like yours
and also the lug of the case looks like it's not original, may be this watch have been service by watchmaker with poor skill

anyway congrats on your new watch
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Old 29 June 2012, 12:00 PM   #15
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Congrats and too old for lume. Still great watch!!
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Old 29 June 2012, 12:23 PM   #16
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It was over polished at some point. I'd recommend taking it to the RSC and have them do a complete service. You'll then be able to enjoy it for years and maybe pass it on to your kid when they graduate.
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Old 29 June 2012, 01:53 PM   #17
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Old 29 June 2012, 01:59 PM   #18
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Old 29 June 2012, 02:02 PM   #19
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Old 29 June 2012, 02:24 PM   #20
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Old 29 June 2012, 04:42 PM   #21
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Does it have lug holes? Doesn't seem right...
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Old 29 June 2012, 10:49 PM   #22
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Old 29 June 2012, 10:54 PM   #23
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Looks like it was bought at Exclusive Time in Midtown?
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Old 29 June 2012, 11:29 PM   #24
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Looks like it was bought at Exclusive Time in Midtown?
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Old 29 June 2012, 11:37 PM   #25
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Looks like it was bought at Exclusive Time in Midtown?
Do they have a large Rolex selection?
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Old 29 June 2012, 11:57 PM   #26
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Do they have a large Rolex selection?
they have an ok selection, but that woman that works there is the worst .
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Old 30 June 2012, 12:31 AM   #27
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they have an ok selection, but that woman that works there is the worst .
Any other stores in the diamond district have a good selection (or better)?
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Old 30 June 2012, 01:08 AM   #28
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Any other stores in the diamond district have a good selection (or better)?
Not off the top of my head, you can just walk around and take a look. However, I do recommend purchasing from a trusted seller here on TRF
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Not off the top of my head, you can just walk around and take a look. However, I do recommend purchasing from a trusted seller here on TRF
Thanks. Yup, I wouldn't buy anything in the diamond district, personally. Not to say one shouldn't or you can't get a good deal or whatever, just I personally would not. Just to look.
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Old 30 June 2012, 01:49 AM   #30
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Double congrats: once for the watch and once for the Graduation!
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