Super-LumiNova is a brand name under which strontium aluminate–based non-radioactive and nontoxic photoluminescent or afterglow pigments for illuminating markings on watch dials, hands and bezels, etc. in the dark are marketed. This technology offers up to ten times higher brightness than previous zinc sulfide–based materials.Super-LumiNova is based on LumiNova pigments, invented in 1993 by Nemoto & Co., Ltd. of Japan as a safe replacement for radium-based luminous paints. Nemoto & Co. was founded in December 1941 as a luminous paint processing company and has supplied paint to the watch and clock industry for over 70 years. (Wikipedia)
KUOE is a watch brand that was established in the historic Japanese city of Kyoto in 2020. The brand was created with the vision of appealing a classic design from Kyoto to the world. We want people from around the world to enjoy high-quality classic watches made in Japan.
KUOE’s second model OLD SMITH/90-002 has become popular, having attracted attention and raising 13 million yen at Japanese the crowdfunding website “Makuake”.This automatic watch was inspired by the British military watches of the 1940’s - 70’s.OLD SMITH/90-002 recreates the design of those times with a smaller, 35 mm diameter rarely seen in modern automatic watches, thick Arabic numerals and hands, light orange fluorescent paint, and dial with a matte finish. The body is stainless steel, and polished to add elegance to the rustic feel.
