I hear you BUT refinished dials on rolex's (even on the original plate) are often the kiss of death value wise; some members of this forum can skillfully stabilize old luminous hands with a coat of clear shellac, maybe that same technique can be applied to your dial to prevent it from any further oxidation/deterioration. I'd reach out to them- once stabilized you can either use it or store it in special dial container and use a replacement for daily/casual wear.
I hear you BUT refinished dials on rolex's (even on the original plate) are often the kiss of death value wise; some members of this forum can skillfully stabilize old luminous hands with a coat of clear shellac, maybe that same technique can be applied to your dial to prevent it from any further oxidation/deterioration. I'd reach out to them- once stabilized you can either use it or store it in special dial container and use a replacement for daily/casual wear.
There was a thread here not to long ago on stabilizing failing luminous hands, you will have to search for it. This person is well known and well considered https://www.instagram.com/thealchemistrelumer/ Also try asking your own refinish sources if they can stabilize the dial instead of touching it up or refinishing it; you could post an ad in the WTB section and the members may respond. Finally, Reach out to Watchmakers International...Bob Ridley..(817) 276-1400 he may be able to help you as well.
Neat stuff! I'm in the keep it original and make it functional camp!
What happened to the OP?
He got booted, if I recall correctly it was due to aggressive language in a thread about extended warranty cards.
He got kicked out of the group. You can see what happened in this thread.
https://omegaforums.net/threads/warranty-extension-card.85663/
