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  1. Dgercp Nov 6, 2016

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    Can a 1966 seamaster with original lume still glow for 20-30 minutes?
    I have tried to research this and understand that the tritium itself is almost all gone, but that the
    Phosphor paint used can still glow after exposure to uv light. But, could it still glow for longer than just a few seconds? Mine glowed faintly for 25 minutes.

    This is watch in question. Thanks
     
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  2. watchknut New watch + Instagram + wife = dumbass Nov 6, 2016

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    Mine faintly glow for awhile, especially in pitch black.
     
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  3. plexyforever Nov 7, 2016

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    I confirm, my Seamaster (1966) still glows after 30 minutes.
    I let my eyes adjust to the darkness for three four minutes.
     
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  4. Dgercp Nov 7, 2016

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    Hey thanks, nice looking watch :)
     
  5. virro Nov 8, 2016

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    Mine glows to! Im guessing your watch has -64 engraved in the caseback? SN starting around 2.3?
     
  6. Dgercp Nov 8, 2016

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