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This article is a composite from a number of contributions made on the theme of Rolex and radioactivity. It picks up quotes and thoughts from a number of different people. It also includes both parts of Marcello’s article on the issue written some 10yr or...  

Mankind started to be concerned about radiation later on the 50's. There is a book, "The Nuclear Barons" (the Baron is just a coincidence) where the authors describes how radiation (more focuses on atomic bombs) was taken so light. Examples: 1) Schools to... 

....in the 50s, people drank radium ager because they thought it gave them a "healthy glow". No kidding. With Rolex, it has got a lot of attention because of all sorts of associated reasons. The exclaim dot and underline features on certain dials all prov... 

Thanks for sharing Baron! This is a very informative article! Thank you for the comprehensive article!

I recently found in my HD: Best, Nicoals ...  

......this clipping....just adds more detail and texture to such a subject Thanks Nicolas

...... That the strontium issue is about GMTs specifically. And probably bezel, though this article doesn't specify location of the strontium, unlike previous articles.

It does not seem likely it was limited to just the GMT unless we can confirm it was with respect to the Bakelite bezel only. Bill

Yes, I can see that. But on strontium, the only evidence that I have seen is specific to GMT. Also, that evidence is cross-referenced from a range of different reports. What I haven't seen is any evidence suggesting a strontium issue with any reference ot... 

......we should add and adjust as new information arrives.... I will add Nicolas's newspaper report on the GMT/strontium issue..... i think that adds to the picture