Movado Automatikuhr in Gold mit Datum, ca. 1960

New Rolex Video in AD on Saturday: Parachrome Blue
I was in my local AD on Saturday and on a flat screen monitor a video was playing from Rolex marketing detailing all of the individual steps required to make the Parachrome Blue hairspring, among other very interesting details.The OWNER of the AD spent about an hour with me and said this was only a handful of videos released in the US market. Whether this is true of not, I do not know. Never mind getting a copy, I asked for it but no such luck. He was afraid Rolex would not send him future ones.I understand completely, but I just got to ask.....has anyone else caught a glimpse of this new video? Thanks in advance,PC

Things I learned I did not know
So earlier today I posted for sale my Seiko SNM023 that I purchased a little under a year ago. One of the puzzling things about that watch was that if you googled 'SNM023', about 95% of the hits would be posts of mine in various watch fora where it was listed in my signature. You just couldn't find anything out about this watch.In preparation for the sale, I took a number of decent photos. One was of the sticker on the back of the box that showed the model number SNM023. It also indicated 'MENS BRACELET' which is funny, because mine is on a strap and I was always sure it was original as the strap and deployant were both signed.I decided to go fishing for information on google. I took a chance with a google translation of a page that was originally Polish. And there it was, a genuine SNM023 in the wild (or more precisely, Poland).Now I don't know about you, but I don't see the resemblance with the watch in my possession. I am as far as I know the third owner of this watch. Somew

Christopher Ward Releases New C10 Aviator MK I
Just received this email.CHRISTOPHER WARD NEW RELEASEThe design cues of the C10 Aviator Mk I are 1940¡¯s B-Uhren inspired ¨C the triangular reference point at 12 O¡¯clock and the large, diamond shaped crown are dead give-aways. But the spirit of this latest addition to the Christopher Ward aviation series is rooted in the pioneering airmen of the early years of the 20th century.In those days, an extremely accurate, boldly legible, wrist watch was an absolute necessity for navigation. Following that tradition the C10, with its superb Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement, will ensure that time takes wing, time and time again.C10 AVIATOR MKI AUTOMATIC ¡ê375 ( $515.00 )TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS? Diameter: 42mm? Calibre: Sellita SW200-1? Vibrations: 28,800FEATURES? Swiss made? 316L Stainless steel? 26 Jewel Swiss automatic movement? Black date calendar? Screw-in back plate? Anti-reflective sapphire? Adjustable Italian leather strap? Hand finished case? Unique engraved serial number? Luminous hands

Cleaning and Servicing Frequency
I have heard/read that an automatic watch should be cleaned and serviced every 3-7 years with 5 years being frequently mentioned. Assuming no water or dust has entered the watch is 3-7 years about right? Can one go longer without getting into the danger zone?Last week there were 2 Fortis Cosmonaut watches on E-bay, one with a blue dial. I sent the seller a question asking him when the watch was last serviced. The seller told me the watch was new in 2001 and had not been serviced since. i put my bid in but did not actively push the amount since I was concerned about the lack of cleaning/servicing. My question, is 9 years pushing it? True a lot of folks may never ever have their watches cleaned and serviced but for the most part is 3-7 years a good rule to live by? I am reminded of the timing beltgo to long past the recommended time and you are itching for some serious damage. Is it the same for an automatic?Thanks.

Considering first Panerai... Need some help
I'm considering my first Panerai and need some input from knowledgable owners. I'm very scared of the larger case sizes. I have a smaller frame at 5'7 and a 7 wrist. I've tried the 44mm and it swallows my wrist. I like the 42mm models but they seem to be harder to find. My attire M-F is business suit and want something that blends well with my work attire. Any suggestions on a 40mm or 42mm model? Any pics of Panerai with business suits?Thanks,