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gaopa · 11 September 2009, 07:09 AM

What are your thoughts about Lum Tec? Thanks, Bill P.

gaopa · 12 September 2009, 10:12 PM

Are there no thoughts at all on Lum Tec? Here is a link to their site. Cheers, Bill P.

www.lum-tec.com

Perdu · 13 September 2009, 09:51 AM

Never heard of them Bill but their watches look cool.

gaopa · 13 September 2009, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Perdu

Never heard of them Bill but their watches look cool.

Like you, I had never heard of Lum Tec until a few weeks ago. After reading all I could find on them I decided to have a go. I called them on Thursday afternoon and got my new Lum Tec Combat B3 today. It is one big hunk of watch! It comes with both a black and green Zulu strap. I have it on the black one and like the looks and feel. It is very different from any watch I have ever owned before.... a true tool watch. Tomorrow I should have time to take some photos. Cheers, Bill P.

gaopa · 14 September 2009, 06:45 AM

I just took a couple of photos of my watch and thought I would share. Cheers, Bill P.

Prince · 14 September 2009, 06:51 AM

Interesting watch, Bill. It reminds me a lot of a Bell & Ross.

gaopa · 14 September 2009, 08:03 AM

You are right, Allan! Very interesting indeed! Thanks for sharing. Cheers, Bill P.

Prince · 14 September 2009, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by gaopa

You are right, Allan! Very interesting indeed! Thanks for sharing. Cheers, Bill P.

Now what I really like is that Explorer II of yours, Bill. Beautiful watch!!

chriseskew24 · 14 September 2009, 08:33 AM

Think they look pretty cool.

gaopa · 14 September 2009, 10:15 AM

Thanks, Allan, my EXP II is my real keeper! I am crazy about that watch! Cheers, Bill P.

cody p · 14 September 2009, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Prince

Interesting watch, Bill. It reminds me a lot of a Bell & Ross.

in what way?

Skullring · 14 September 2009, 10:32 AM

Nice looking watch Bill.

Saxon007 · 14 September 2009, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by gaopa

I just took a couple of photos of my watch and thought I would share. Cheers, Bill P.

Except for the size it reminds me of a watch I'd very much like to have, a Tutima Flieger 1941

gaopa · 14 September 2009, 11:02 AM

Saxon007, I have never seen a Tutima. However, you are right, it has a somewhat similar look to the Lum Tec.

Here is a full lume shot that I just took now that it is dark. Cheers, Bill P.

exxondus · 14 September 2009, 05:38 PM

wow the lume is great in those lume tecs

SSD · 14 September 2009, 06:07 PM

ExpII is always a winner!

I like the Lum-Tech as well. The Tutima bezel has been around since before WWII, and looks great with the smooth case sides. Their dials have got the vintage models beat well!

Ultraman · 14 September 2009, 08:06 PM

I just stumbled on their website and came across their watches... Awesome!! I just pre-order one from them..hope to hear from them soon!

gaopa · 14 September 2009, 08:40 PM

Ultraman, You will like dealing with Lum Tec. They are a family owned business and the personal service is outstanding!

I am eager for you to get your watch and see photos of it. When did they say the watches will be ready to ship? Cheers, Bill P.

Ultraman · 15 September 2009, 10:56 AM

I don't know, Bill. I sent my pre-order request last night (Australian EST) and I haven't hear from them. What is their turn around time to response to email based on your personal experience?

I'm very excited to see the watch in metal though!!

You scored yourself a very nice Combat B3. Thoughts on getting another Lum-tec?

gaopa · 15 September 2009, 12:06 PM

Ultraman, I am not sure the time difference between the US and Australia. However, their customer service is outstanding! I did everything over the phone. I called and my watch was shipped within two hours! I am sure they will be back in a timely fashion.

The watch you pre-ordered really looks nice. I would be half-way tempted to get one like yours myself, but my wife would kill me! Eager to see shots of yours when it arrives. When do they expect to have orders on your ready to ship?
Cheers, Bill P.

asadtiger · 16 September 2009, 12:30 AM

I really find them very good looking and well made

stek · 16 September 2009, 12:41 AM

I ordered 2 pcs of the 2009 series and can't wait to get hold of them

gaopa · 16 September 2009, 02:49 AM

stek, which 2 pieces have your ordered? Cheers, Bill P.

Prince · 16 September 2009, 06:47 AM

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Originally Posted by gaopa

Thanks, Allan, my EXP II is my real keeper! I am crazy about that watch! Cheers, Bill P.

Yes indeed, Bill. Thanks for posting a great photo of that beauty. Excellent!!!

Prince · 16 September 2009, 06:48 AM

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Originally Posted by cody p

in what way?

The general appearance of the dial, primarily.

DS/B MINI S · 16 September 2009, 07:50 AM

Pleased with my Bull45 A1

gaopa · 16 September 2009, 09:10 AM

DS/B Mini S (Mike), Isn't it interesting how the anti-reflective coating makes the dial look blue. You have some great shots of a fine looking watch.

BTW, where are you located in the upstate, I'm just over the line in NE GA on I-85. Cheers, Bill P.

BTW, thanks Allan for the nice words on my EXP II photos....

Ultraman · 16 September 2009, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by gaopa

Ultraman, I am not sure the time difference between the US and Australia. However, their customer service is outstanding! I did everything over the phone. I called and my watch was shipped within two hours! I am sure they will be back in a timely fashion.

The watch you pre-ordered really looks nice. I would be half-way tempted to get one like yours myself, but my wife would kill me! Eager to see shots of yours when it arrives. When do they expect to have orders on your ready to ship?
Cheers, Bill P.

Hi Bill,

Chris from Lum-tec sent me a confirmation yesterday. The man is on vacation and assured me the order is a confirmation! So hopefully not too long before I can get my hands on the Bull45!!

Ultraman · 16 September 2009, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by DS/B MINI S

Pleased with my Bull45 A1

Very nice pics of the Bull45 A1, Mike!!

In the meantime, please post more pics to satisfy my hunger until my A3 arrives!!

DS/B MINI S · 16 September 2009, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by gaopa

DS/B Mini S (Mike), Isn't it interesting how the anti-reflective coating makes the dial look blue. You have some great shots of a fine looking watch.

BTW, where are you located in the upstate, I'm just over the line in NE GA on I-85. Cheers, Bill P.

BTW, thanks Allan for the nice words on my EXP II photos....

Yeah, the AR coating does make it look more interesting. I'm located in Greenville.

11 September 2009, 07:09 AM	#1
gaopa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: NE Georgia Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 1,820	Thoughts on Lum Tec? What are your thoughts about Lum Tec? Thanks, Bill P.

13 September 2009, 09:51 AM	#3
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	Never heard of them Bill but their watches look cool. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

14 September 2009, 06:51 AM	#6
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	Interesting watch, Bill. It reminds me a lot of a Bell & Ross. __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson

14 September 2009, 10:32 AM	#12
Skullring "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Phillip Location: Alabama Watch: Triple 6 SD Posts: 1,720	Nice looking watch Bill. __________________ It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye. - Antoine de Saint Exupéry

14 September 2009, 06:07 PM	#16
SSD "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jamie Location: Georgia Watch: Stainless Sub Date Posts: 3,023	ExpII is always a winner! I like the Lum-Tech as well. The Tutima bezel has been around since before WWII, and looks great with the smooth case sides. Their dials have got the vintage models beat well! __________________ SUBMARINER OWNERS' CLUB ESTABLISHED 1953 TRF Member # 5464

12 September 2009, 10:12 PM	#2
gaopa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: NE Georgia Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 1,820	Are there no thoughts at all on Lum Tec? Here is a link to their site. Cheers, Bill P. www.lum-tec.com

14 September 2009, 08:03 AM	#7
gaopa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: NE Georgia Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 1,820	You are right, Allan! Very interesting indeed! Thanks for sharing. Cheers, Bill P.

14 September 2009, 08:33 AM	#9
chriseskew24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Christopher Location: fort lauderdale Watch: Bunches Posts: 1,860	Think they look pretty cool.

14 September 2009, 05:38 PM	#15
exxondus "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Singapore Posts: 568	wow the lume is great in those lume tecs

14 September 2009, 08:06 PM	#17
Ultraman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Australia Posts: 2,175	I just stumbled on their website and came across their watches... Awesome!! I just pre-order one from them..hope to hear from them soon!

14 September 2009, 08:40 PM	#18
gaopa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: NE Georgia Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 1,820	Ultraman, You will like dealing with Lum Tec. They are a family owned business and the personal service is outstanding! I am eager for you to get your watch and see photos of it. When did they say the watches will be ready to ship? Cheers, Bill P.

15 September 2009, 10:56 AM	#19
Ultraman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Australia Posts: 2,175	I don't know, Bill. I sent my pre-order request last night (Australian EST) and I haven't hear from them. What is their turn around time to response to email based on your personal experience? I'm very excited to see the watch in metal though!! You scored yourself a very nice Combat B3. Thoughts on getting another Lum-tec?

15 September 2009, 12:06 PM	#20
gaopa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: NE Georgia Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 1,820	Ultraman, I am not sure the time difference between the US and Australia. However, their customer service is outstanding! I did everything over the phone. I called and my watch was shipped within two hours! I am sure they will be back in a timely fashion. The watch you pre-ordered really looks nice. I would be half-way tempted to get one like yours myself, but my wife would kill me! Eager to see shots of yours when it arrives. When do they expect to have orders on your ready to ship? Cheers, Bill P.

16 September 2009, 12:30 AM	#21
asadtiger "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Asad A. Awan Location: kabul, Afghanista Watch: Tissot PRX Posts: 2,698	I really find them very good looking and well made

16 September 2009, 12:41 AM	#22
stek Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Singapore Posts: 20	I ordered 2 pcs of the 2009 series and can't wait to get hold of them

16 September 2009, 02:49 AM	#23
gaopa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: NE Georgia Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 1,820	stek, which 2 pieces have your ordered? Cheers, Bill P.

16 September 2009, 07:50 AM	#26
DS/B MINI S "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Charlotte NC Watch: SD & Exp II Posts: 961	Pleased with my Bull45 A1 __________________ 16600 Sea-Dweller 16570 Explorer II (White Dial)

16 September 2009, 09:10 AM	#27
gaopa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: NE Georgia Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 1,820	DS/B Mini S (Mike), Isn't it interesting how the anti-reflective coating makes the dial look blue. You have some great shots of a fine looking watch. BTW, where are you located in the upstate, I'm just over the line in NE GA on I-85. Cheers, Bill P. BTW, thanks Allan for the nice words on my EXP II photos....

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