Weekend Edition: Appreciating The Execution Of Lume In Watches

Some models outshine others. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ [We're drawn to the glow of lume on a dial like a crane fly is to a street lamp on a humid July night. We can't help it, so we might as well embrace it. Welcome to a weekend's worth of reading about the watch world's bright spot – luminescence.]( [Weekend Edition: Lume]( 1908 when radium paint was invented, the wristwatch wasn't commonplace quite yet – but in a few short years, it would become a mainstream accessory for both men and women. And some of those early watches featured luminescent radium paint. We now know the harmful effects of radium paint and the health hazards associated with it, but in the early days, there was certainly a dark side to lume. The]( Girls"]( painted the dials suffered tremendously. Luckily an alternative was on the horizon.]( more on this Weekend Edition.]( SHINING A LIGHT ON LUME [Weekend Edition: Lume]( [In this Weekend Edition, we Appreciate The Execution Of Lume In Watches]( go [In-Depth With Luminous Dials]( spend time [Exploring Familiarity And Functionality With The Black Bay Pro]( shine a light on [Citizen’s Darkest Diver]( and [Travel]( a Marathon Watch In Search Of Adventure](. [SHOP THE LUME COLLECTION]( [Image of 1978 Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 1675 'Mark 3 Radial Dial']( [1978 Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 1675 'Mark 3 Radial Dial']( [Image of Panerai Luminor Due 3 Days Acciaio PAM 904]( [Panerai Luminor Due 3 Days Acciaio PAM 904]( [Image of OMEGA Seamaster 300M Co-Axial Master Chronometer 210.32.42.20.04.001]( [OMEGA Seamaster 300M Co-Axial Master Chronometer 210.32.42.20.04.001]( [Image of Grand Seiko Sport Spring Drive Diver SBGA229]( [Grand Seiko Sport Spring Drive Diver SBGA229]( [Image of Tudor Black Bay Pro 79470]( [Tudor Black Bay Pro 79470]( [Image of Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical 38mm]( [Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical 38mm]( [Explore the full Lume Collection in the HODINKEE Shop.]( LIMITED TIME OFFER [HODINKEE Strap Promo]( [Discover incredible content, shop new, vintage and pre-owned watches, and engage with an entire community by downloading the HODINKEE app.]( [Instagram]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [YouTube]( [Email](mailto:shopnews@hodinkee.com) Limited Time Offer: Get 2 free straps when you purchase a new watch priced $1,500 or higher. To redeem, add any new watch priced at $1,500 or higher to your cart along with 2 eligible straps and the cost of the straps will be automatically discounted. Discount is valid on the purchase of 2 eligible straps when made in addition to an eligible modern watch made on shop.hodinkee.com. Discount applies only to new watches listed for $1,500 or more, and all straps, excluding alligator and crocodile leathers. Pre-owned and Vintage watches are not eligible for this promotion. In the event that a return is initiated, all applicable products must be returned to receive a full refund. Most orders containing an applicable watch and 2 free straps will be delivered in 2 shipments. 2 tracking numbers will be generated and sent to the purchaser when the order is placed. Offer cannot be applied to previous purchases or the purchase of gift cards, and cannot be redeemed for cash. Terms are subject to change and offer is subject to end at any time without notice. Disclaimer: All items are subject to availability. Prices subject to change without notification. Applicable sales tax and shipping costs not included. Products and offers may be withdrawn at any time. In the event of errors, typos, or omissions, this offer is void. This email was sent to {EMAIL} [Update your subscription preferences]( | [Unsubscribe from HODINKEE emails]( | [View in browser]( HODINKEE · P.O. Box 1129 New York, NY 10013 Copyright © 2022 HODINKEE, All rights reserved. ‌