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Mickey® · 14 January 2012, 03:48 PM

I posted a couple months ago about the LUME used and if it was different on a F Serial Explorer II compared to a then new M serial 16610LV.

I was told that they were the same. I don't believe it.

My Explorer II was in sleeve in a drawer for the last 3 days...I pulled it out and after it being in the bathroom light for just a couple minutes while I set the time it glowed 10x's better than my LV.

How is this possible. I've noticed this a bunch before but was told I was crazy but now I believe that something is different. No questions.

Thoughts?

closey · 14 January 2012, 04:40 PM

I have noticed the same Mickey, the lume on my v serial Exp2 is both more intense and lasts a greater duration than my v serial subdate. I believe they are supposed to be the same but I have noticed a BIG difference.

Cheers

Z-Sub · 14 January 2012, 04:55 PM

White Expy II 16570 has more intense lume from my experience as well

Chris B · 14 January 2012, 05:14 PM

It does seem that way, the lume on my former white 16570 was most noticeable at dusk

Andad · 14 January 2012, 05:33 PM

jmsrolls · 14 January 2012, 11:41 PM

I've noticed the same thing and the explanation I got was that the lume coating on the EXPII was thicker than on the Sub.

Thicker coating = better lume

Fr. John†

mike · 15 January 2012, 12:40 AM

Well, it is the same as in both use super luminova. Who knows what the mixture is from reference to reference?

Mickey® · 15 January 2012, 02:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jmsrolls

I've noticed the same thing and the explanation I got was that the lume coating on the EXPII was thicker than on the Sub.

Thicker coating = better lume

Fr. John†

Ok. Glad lots of you guys see the same thing....

And Fr. John that makes a lot of sense...thicker would probably be "better".

le_baroudeur · 15 January 2012, 05:30 AM

I've put seiko lume dots on my lv. My lume is now better than yours.

Dan2010 · 15 January 2012, 05:33 AM

I hate to break it to you...................your LV is a fake!!

However, your bezel insert is real..........

Johny · 15 January 2012, 05:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan2010

I hate to break it to you...................your LV is a fake!!

However, your bezel insert is real..........

Lion · 15 January 2012, 05:50 AM

Rolexes are sure not known for their lume so if you really want your watch to glow in the dark there are better choices(watches that use Tritium...for one)!!!

Mickey® · 15 January 2012, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan2010

I hate to break it to you...................your LV is a fake!!

However, your bezel insert is real..........

Dan did you take your meds today?

Lion · 15 January 2012, 07:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mickey®

Dan did you take your meds today?

Maybe he accidentally doubled up on them.....

14 January 2012, 03:48 PM	#1
Mickey® Banned Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Mickey® Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: Swiss Made Posts: 5,801	I was told the lume is the same...I don't believe it! I posted a couple months ago about the LUME used and if it was different on a F Serial Explorer II compared to a then new M serial 16610LV. I was told that they were the same. I don't believe it. My Explorer II was in sleeve in a drawer for the last 3 days...I pulled it out and after it being in the bathroom light for just a couple minutes while I set the time it glowed 10x's better than my LV. How is this possible. I've noticed this a bunch before but was told I was crazy but now I believe that something is different. No questions. Thoughts?

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14 January 2012, 04:40 PM	#2
closey "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Closey Location: England Posts: 184	I have noticed the same Mickey, the lume on my v serial Exp2 is both more intense and lasts a greater duration than my v serial subdate. I believe they are supposed to be the same but I have noticed a BIG difference. Cheers

14 January 2012, 05:14 PM	#4
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	It does seem that way, the lume on my former white 16570 was most noticeable at dusk

14 January 2012, 11:41 PM	#6
jmsrolls Banned Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Posts: 3,185	I've noticed the same thing and the explanation I got was that the lume coating on the EXPII was thicker than on the Sub. Thicker coating = better lume Fr. John†

15 January 2012, 12:40 AM	#7
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Well, it is the same as in both use super luminova. Who knows what the mixture is from reference to reference?

15 January 2012, 05:33 AM	#10
Dan2010 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: South Carolina Watch: Panerai 914 Posts: 6,540	I hate to break it to you...................your LV is a fake!! However, your bezel insert is real..........

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