Vintage Radium Dial Straight Hands Watch
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Vintage Radium Dial Straight Hands Watch

By FranckAlexandre · Dec 2, 2024 · 20 replies
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FranckAlexandre's original post highlights the enduring appeal of vintage watches featuring straight hands and full radium dials, a design aesthetic that continues to captivate collectors. This article delves into the historical context and unique characteristics of these timepieces, particularly focusing on the Longines Majetek, as explored by FranckAlexandre and the WatchProSite community. It offers insights into the allure and considerations of owning such historically significant watches.

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EinPA
Dec 2, 2024

Have the watch checked for radiation levels. You can never be too safe when it comes to Radium Lume

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FranckAlexandre
Dec 2, 2024

on some watches there is little radium like the Breguets and yet it rises very high

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EinPA
Dec 2, 2024

And should be worn sparingly.

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Ronald Held
Dec 2, 2024

Wearing that at all.

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Champthekid
Dec 2, 2024

😁 Sold December 1938.

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Champthekid
Dec 3, 2024

great watches. Keeper forever👍

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