Thanks for that, I’ve actually looked closely with a loupe and there’s no sign of relaquer on the dial. I’ve also tested the lume with a geiger counter as well as UV light, both showing original radium. I bought it as a barn find watch from a small auction/pawn shop that wouldn’t even touch the watch, as they’ll sell everything as is. It’s very unlikely IMO for someone who cleaned the dial, to only selling it to a small shop to be auctioned like that.
What makes him unsure was the printing of the markers as well. And yes it’s a US market watch if I’m not mistaken, it’s a solid gold case.
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