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dbfagan · 26 February 2017, 07:37 AM

For some reason I am less concerned about losing lume plots if the dial has white gold surrounds. For example, I have a 1988 5513 with white gold surrounds and I am far from careful when wearing it. However, I would be concerned about being rough with a 1984 model w/o the white gold surrounds.

I would like to purchase a 1675 but admittedly the dials scare me a little. This article did not help matters much:

https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/ag...king-time-bomb

So, is my concern justified? Or am I being overly cautious?

As always, thanks for the knowledgable responses.

David

exador · 26 February 2017, 08:00 AM

The advantage of the 1675 is that matte service dials are still available AFAIK.

Old Expat Beast · 26 February 2017, 08:50 AM

How about a 16750 with wgs?

springer · 26 February 2017, 09:52 AM

I've owned many vintage GMTs and Subs with matte dials and I can't say that I've had issues with any of the dials regarding flaking lume plots. Of more concern are the old, tritium hands which can easily crack or lose their lume entirely. The hand lume is easy to repair or stabilize cracking to prevent further decay.

I wouldn't worry too much about the lume, since it's just part of owning a vintage watch no matter what the brand you choose.

Michael M. · 26 February 2017, 09:54 AM

I've never had an issue with dial lume on a GMT-Master.

dbfagan · 27 February 2017, 12:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

How about a 16750 with wgs?

I am actually looking at them now:)

dbfagan · 27 February 2017, 03:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Michael M.

I've never had an issue with dial lume on a GMT-Master.

That's too bad because now I have to sell a 16700 and find a 1675

26 February 2017, 07:37 AM	#1
dbfagan "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: David Location: NOVA Posts: 557	Question-White Gold Surrounds For some reason I am less concerned about losing lume plots if the dial has white gold surrounds. For example, I have a 1988 5513 with white gold surrounds and I am far from careful when wearing it. However, I would be concerned about being rough with a 1984 model w/o the white gold surrounds. I would like to purchase a 1675 but admittedly the dials scare me a little. This article did not help matters much: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/ag...king-time-bomb So, is my concern justified? Or am I being overly cautious? As always, thanks for the knowledgable responses. David

26 February 2017, 09:52 AM	#4
springer 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,308	I've owned many vintage GMTs and Subs with matte dials and I can't say that I've had issues with any of the dials regarding flaking lume plots. Of more concern are the old, tritium hands which can easily crack or lose their lume entirely. The hand lume is easy to repair or stabilize cracking to prevent further decay. I wouldn't worry too much about the lume, since it's just part of owning a vintage watch no matter what the brand you choose. __________________ Member of NAWCC since 1990. INSTAGRAM USER NAME: SPRINGERJFP Visit my Instagram page to view some of the finest vintage GMTs anywhere - as well as other vintage classics.

26 February 2017, 08:00 AM	#2
exador Banned Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: NZ Posts: 2,600	The advantage of the 1675 is that matte service dials are still available AFAIK.

26 February 2017, 08:50 AM	#3
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,795	How about a 16750 with wgs?

26 February 2017, 09:54 AM	#5
Michael M. Banned Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 8,391	I've never had an issue with dial lume on a GMT-Master.

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