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guy369 · 12 July 2011, 12:26 AM

I have a Rolex that was made with Luminova.
Not Super Luminova.

I was wondering if the normal Luminova fades like the Tritium does?
What is the life of Luminova?

If it does fade, what is the best way to have a daily Rolex fade evenly?

padi56 · 12 July 2011, 01:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by guy369

I have a Rolex that was made with Luminova.
Not Super Luminova.

I was wondering if the normal Luminova fades like the Tritium does?
What is the life of Luminova?

If it does fade, what is the best way to have a daily Rolex fade evenly?

No Luminova or super Luminova does not fade or get the patina like the Tritium dial watches, as for life should last as long as the watch.

stockae92 · 12 July 2011, 05:19 AM

i think in theory, the only thing that degrade luminova is mositure

p_mcgee · 12 July 2011, 05:54 AM

How do you know its luminova & not superluminova?

Z-Sub · 12 July 2011, 05:58 AM

Probably on the bottom of his dial there is only "swiss" printed, not "swiss made"

Tools · 12 July 2011, 08:52 AM

Luminova and Super Luminova are the exact same thing...

The Japanese maker of Luminova (which is patented), put a factory in Switzerland in the 90's so makers of Swiss watches would have ready access and so it would be manufactured as "Swiss".

When the Swiss factory was opened, the product was marketed as "Super Luminova" for the watch industry, but they did not invent a new paint matrix.

Solidarity · 12 July 2011, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Tools

Luminova and Super Luminova are the exact same thing...

The Japanese maker of Luminova (which is patented), put a factory in Switzerland in the 90's so makers of Swiss watches would have ready access and so it would be manufactured as "Swiss".

When the Swiss factory was opened, the product was marketed as "Super Luminova" for the watch industry, but they did not invent a new paint matrix.

You should write a book. I have learned so much from your post

Nalk7 · 12 July 2011, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Solidarity

You should write a book. I have learned so much from your post

X2

Padi should also write one lol

ayres · 12 July 2011, 07:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

Luminova and Super Luminova are the exact same thing...

The Japanese maker of Luminova (which is patented), put a factory in Switzerland in the 90's so makers of Swiss watches would have ready access and so it would be manufactured as "Swiss".

When the Swiss factory was opened, the product was marketed as "Super Luminova" for the watch industry, but they did not invent a new paint matrix.

x2...

what's frustrating is that despite the fact that this point has been made clearly repeatedly, many continue to adhere to some notion that there is a difference.

subtona · 23 July 2011, 05:13 AM

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Originally Posted by ayres

x2...

what's frustrating is that despite the fact that this point has been made clearly repeatedly, many continue to adhere to some notion that there is a difference.

even if you have read all posts in the forum, cover to cover...

perhaps you could accept that there are others who have not, this may circumvent some of your frustration.

guy369 · 23 July 2011, 04:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

Luminova and Super Luminova are the exact same thing...

The Japanese maker of Luminova (which is patented), put a factory in Switzerland in the 90's so makers of Swiss watches would have ready access and so it would be manufactured as "Swiss".

When the Swiss factory was opened, the product was marketed as "Super Luminova" for the watch industry, but they did not invent a new paint matrix.

I beg to disagree.

My watch is made of Luminova, and my other watch has super luminova.
Super luminova stays bright longer, and stays brighter always.

2th Dr · 23 July 2011, 04:45 AM

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Originally Posted by guy369

I beg to disagree.

My watch is made of Luminova, and my other watch has super luminova.
Super luminova stays bright longer, and stays brighter always.

May be that the two watches have different amounts of luminova, or one watch might be older than the other, but I doubt if Tools is wrong on this.

Oyster1982 · 23 July 2011, 04:36 AM

The old Trituim dials say T Swiss Made T, the luminova just say Swiss Made.

guy369 · 23 July 2011, 04:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Oyster1982

The old Trituim dials say T Swiss Made T, the luminova just say Swiss Made.

Super Luminova says 'Swiss made'
Luminova says 'Swiss'

...Unless its a new dial from servicing.

rolexpawn · 23 July 2011, 04:51 AM

I really like the old lume before this new stuff, the color change is exceptional. I would compare the old lume like a fingerprint that they are different and unique.

Watch-My-Wrist · 23 July 2011, 05:43 AM

Here's this...

http://www.oysterinfo.de/en/detailin...asse/index.php

Strontium aluminate

SALTY · 23 July 2011, 07:39 AM

Well, there you go. And as they say on a certain commercial, "And that's the way it is."

My "W" 16710 has lost it's glow. Considering options.

Onikage · 23 July 2011, 07:52 AM

I have seen a webpage with diagrams appearing to show how superluminova is brighter than luminova.

I don't know for sure whether to give it's claims any merit though.

ersnyder · 23 July 2011, 08:15 AM

As always, learn something new each visit to TRF!

12 July 2011, 12:26 AM	#1
guy369 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Guy Location: Toronto Watch: 116610 Posts: 586	Luminova I have a Rolex that was made with Luminova. Not Super Luminova. I was wondering if the normal Luminova fades like the Tritium does? What is the life of Luminova? If it does fade, what is the best way to have a daily Rolex fade evenly?

12 July 2011, 05:58 AM	#5
Z-Sub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	Probably on the bottom of his dial there is only "swiss" printed, not "swiss made" __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

12 July 2011, 08:52 AM	#6
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Luminova and Super Luminova are the exact same thing... The Japanese maker of Luminova (which is patented), put a factory in Switzerland in the 90's so makers of Swiss watches would have ready access and so it would be manufactured as "Swiss". When the Swiss factory was opened, the product was marketed as "Super Luminova" for the watch industry, but they did not invent a new paint matrix. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

23 July 2011, 04:36 AM	#13
Oyster1982 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Ed Location: Jersey Shore Watch: Rolex DJ Posts: 1,905	The old Trituim dials say T Swiss Made T, the luminova just say Swiss Made. __________________ It 10pm do you know where your Datejust is? http://i1187.photobucket.com/albums/...DA0MC5qcGc.jpg

23 July 2011, 07:52 AM	#18
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	I have seen a webpage with diagrams appearing to show how superluminova is brighter than luminova. I don't know for sure whether to give it's claims any merit though. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

12 July 2011, 05:19 AM	#3
stockae92 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 4,962	i think in theory, the only thing that degrade luminova is mositure

12 July 2011, 05:54 AM	#4
p_mcgee "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,150	How do you know its luminova & not superluminova?

23 July 2011, 04:51 AM	#15
rolexpawn Banned Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Chester Location: Bolton UK Watch: my Rolex(s) Posts: 479	I really like the old lume before this new stuff, the color change is exceptional. I would compare the old lume like a fingerprint that they are different and unique.

23 July 2011, 05:43 AM	#16
Watch-My-Wrist Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: New York Posts: 24	Here's this... http://www.oysterinfo.de/en/detailin...asse/index.php Strontium aluminate

23 July 2011, 07:39 AM	#17
SALTY "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: USA Watch: Your Six Posts: 1,500	Well, there you go. And as they say on a certain commercial, "And that's the way it is." My "W" 16710 has lost it's glow. Considering options.

23 July 2011, 08:15 AM	#19
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	As always, learn something new each visit to TRF!

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