foowy
583
Will the T-25 dial of the Explorer 14270 develop patina?
I just tried this and notice the dial of the Explorer 14270 has tritium (T-25) on it. I would like to know if this will develop patina (yellowing) over the years?
The seller tells me it will not develop the much-loved yellowish effect but isn't that contrary to what tritium dials are all about? Unless I am wrong. I find that curious, as we see numerous Explorer 2s of the same era developing nice patina. The Explorer 1 is from 1998. Is there a difference in the tritium quality used?
If the T-dial 14270 doesn't yellow-out in the years to come; would it then be more practical to get the 114270 which is a much improved model?
I am hoping someone can advise or perhaps share a picture of their 14270.
Any advice is much appreciated.
Vintage
Uncover the true history of the Rolex Explorer I, debunking myths about its Everest connection. DrStrong details early references, movements, and design evolution.
37 replies31656 views
Review
In-depth review of the Rolex Explorer II 1655 'Straight-hand'. Discover its history, design, and collector appeal.
15 replies24613 views
Vintage
Compare vintage and modern Rolex Explorer I references (114270, 6610, 14270) to see how Rolex design DNA has evolved over 60 years.
9 replies2755 views
Vintage
Explore Bill's essential guide to vintage Rolex box references (1950s-2000s). Identify correct packaging for Submariner, GMT-Master, Daytona, and more.
35 replies17026 views
Will the T-25 dial of the Explorer 14270 develop patina?
I just tried this and notice the dial of the Explorer 14270 has tritium (T-25) on it. I would like to know if this will develop patina (yellowing) over the years? The seller tells me it will not develop the much-loved yellowish effect but isn't that contr...
It will depend on differenrt factors, such as light, warmth humidity, and so on.
I saw some recent T swiss < ( which didnb't develop any patina, and I saw the contrary. Best, Nicolas
Hmmm that's make it a more difficult decision
To purchase this watch is very much dependent on if there is any chance of it patina-ing pending the right factors and condition. If someone can confirms (like the seller) that this version will never yellow, then it's no go for me. Tried searching online...
There are almost no chances it will get some strong patina
If it didn't get some, yet... Why not going on a former model, such as the 1016? Best, nicolas This message has been edited by amanico on 2012-05-10 09:49:08
Haha...always the devil aren't you
Am afraid to venture into the 4digit vintages, and to be honest I don't know much about them and very afraid of getting burned.
Don't be afraid..............
I fully understand your concerns and fears, having recently been through a similar situation myself. However if you put your faith in the right people, you have NO fear of getting burnt. Regards Tony
Oh no, there's 2 of you....haha
Here in Malaysia, we don't get much choice and prices are usually higher. So it's difficult to come across them. But I suppose it's never a no-no, if I am pointed in the right direction, meet the right piece at the right price, I'll be bitten too
Lol.....contrary to everything everyone says about lawyers
by the way, I recall you have the Explorer 1 too, correct? which model is that
It's the 114270. Super white luminova zero patina.
Took it RSC the other day as I realized the number "9" applied on the dial seemed elevated from the dial, not holding on tightly to the dial through it's rivets. It took them 15 minutes to put it back properly. A 4 year old watch which probably had receiv...
very good to know they have other beauties besides watches
definitely worth a visit sometime
That's the reason we need to travel.
It's like treasure hunt. I know how you feel, really. My advise is not to bank on it. If it doesn't develop any patina you are in one serious disappointment. If it does it's probably going to take a long long time and you can't notice the subtle different...
Depending on conditions,
as Nicolas mentioned I suppose and I also read somewhere (old wives tale?) that storing it in the dark helps. The same reason I went for this Exp. 2 (1994) that showed some signs of patina, hoping that it will darken over time. The tritium used must be th...
Thats what i thought too Fernando
Assuming Rolex used the same type of tritium quality as the Exp2, it should then age quite similarly as well. Have seen some really nice examples of patina aging on the Exp2 before, but just so little from Exp1 14270 owners. For 1016 models, needless to s...
I've seen Explorer IIs before 1995 / 96 developping some very warm patina, though.
When, at the same time, I know a lot of 16570 from ' 95 / 96 which didn't develop a strong patina, much more subtle. Best, Nicolas This message has been edited by amanico on 2012-05-10 22:13:55
Thats the thing.....is it the different quality of the tritium used or
is it because the later models are made with better engineering/technology which results in tighter casing / waterproofing / etc, that the contributing factors are minimized?
Maybe both. Hard to say since we don't have accesss to the technical informations
Abotu the composition of the tritium used. But it is a matter of fact that dials from before 95 / 95 had a stronger patina... Best, Nicolas