I've seen dials of watches that if it was me doing the description of its condition due to aging, I would use "early signs of pitting" instead of "light patina" as used by some Sellers. I'm not a materials expert but don't think what I'd call early pitting will ever transform into the more desirable, smooth-looking, color transformation or discoloration -either even or uneven- of the dial. Or could this be possible? I understand natural-occuring patina on dials can take any shape or color but to me, pitting is a different phenomena that Sellers want to market as patina - or is it not? Do you consider pitting a type or sub category of patina?

 

the truth according to the Fritz:

-aging that looks like shit is pitting or dirt

-aging that pleases the eye is patina

-terms as used by ebay sellers are usually bullshit

please note: current definitions aided by Newcastle Brown Ale for accuracy

 

I'm nominating these definitions - although subjective - as a sticky to the Forum as future reference for all mankind!

 

I am honoured.

 

F**cking brill description...........LOL

 

One man's pitting is another man's patina...

 

Going to have to buy some Newcastle Brown Ale before I purchase my next watch to help my eyes sharp. Good description.

 

Now, that's a rare outcome that carries a premium!

 

Have seen weathered used to describe a dial before

Allways wanted to know how a divers watch dial got weathered when it was waterproof and behind a crystal

 

Me too. I want to know what I can do to make a watch go patina