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12 February 2013, 12:09 PM | #1 |
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Need some Help RE: "A" Series Rolex Sub
Hi All -
New to the forum... first off, everyone on here seems very helpful and clearly, a tremdous level of knowledge. I recently purchased a two-done SS/18K Gold blue dial Sub w/ a "P" series serial number. Absolutely love the watch! Currently in the markey for a SS black sub. I've sourced an "A" series that I'm interested in. I've read up that 1998 was a transition year for the dials (from trillium to luminous). I plan on having the watch authenticated at a Rolex dealer, but was wondering if there is any way to confirm what type of dials the watch will have. I've been told that the Trilium are more collectable, however given the "radiation" myth, prefer the luminous hands. Any insight anyone can share would be appreciated. Martin |
12 February 2013, 01:19 PM | #2 |
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What is the radiation myth...?? That you will start to glow... Most tritium dials do not glow at all anymore...12.5yrs half life..
Tritium dials have a T swiss T at the bottom...
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12 February 2013, 01:19 PM | #3 |
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I believe the trilium will have a small T at 6 o clock on the dial. Someone will correct me if I am mistaken.
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12 February 2013, 01:43 PM | #4 |
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During the changeover period some dials would be marked with a "T" even though Rolex applied Luminova to them after the Tritium was phased out.
The change was made so fast Rolex still had T dials around and like the good cost-conscious Swiss people that they are, they said why waste them?
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An A-serial will most likely have a luminova dial, but there are 3 options in that transitional period. A tritium dial will have "Swiss-T<25", a luminova dial will have "Swiss" only, and a superluminova dial will have "Swiss Made".
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13 February 2013, 12:45 AM | #7 |
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Thanks everyone .... this really helps. AT least the above (while not 100% accurate in all instances) will atleast give me some direction... appreciate it.
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The element in those Tritium dials still emits a very low energy beta particle. It is safe in a sealed watchcase - but handling those dials outside the case (without proper precautions) can cause absorbtion.
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One point to keep in mind that hasn't been mentioned here is patina. Tritium develops it over time, turning ivory, yellow or even orange in some cases, depending on many different factors, such as exposure to light, humidity, how the tritium was mixed, etc .... This can take years and might not be an issue for you, but if you want a dial that has white luminous on the dial and hands _ and for the most part won't change _ stick with a luminova dial/hands. Unless, of course, you're like me and many others who love the look of tritium with patina. Good luck!
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Repeated Tritium dial handling and exposure simply calls for precautions.
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Martin, I understand your concern but think you over thinking it & will suffer from paralysis by analysis. Good luck in your quest.
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