Omega Constellation steel Automatic on bracelet

Rolex To Create New Shock-Resistant Oyster Watch Case?
Rolex applies for a patent on a new case-up method that decreases shock to the movement by 60%.Rolex could be planning to release watches with improved shock-resistance very soon. A recent United States patent application by Rolex details a new type of component used in their Rolex Oyster cases that is said to reduce shock to the movement by up to 60%. The patent covers the casing of a watch and the use of a two special rings to secure the movement versus more traditional techniques like using screws or a bracket. The solution is both useful and very simple, and we believe it will show up in Rolex watches soon.Patent application # 20130286798 begins by giving background on the invention as a new means of casing-up movements into watch cases in a way that results in fewer broken parts from a shock and reduces the shock to the movement by 60%. This follows a history of other shock absorption improvements, such as the balance bridge introduced with the 3135 calibre."Various tests, includi

Omega Seamaster De Ville - Buying Advice
Hi, I'm a new member to the forum and also new to vintage watches. I have spent some time reading through the various posts and gained some very useful knowledge (thank you everyone) but would really appreciate some help in deciding whether the watch listed below is worth going for. Any comments would be gratefully appreciated.Best WishesSimon

Flight II on he swamp, ending soon
These is what SEEMS to be a nice Flight II on the eSwamp ending in about 90 minutes albeit witha terrible photo (attached). It's now at $1000 which seems to be a bargain. (I am NOT affiliated with the seller.. and I do not even know who she/he is.) GOOD LUCK!!

Questions for Mr. Hattori the President of Seiko Watch?
Greetings Seiko Fans,I've just received my itinerary for my upcoming trip to Japan, and it looks like I might have an opportunity to ask questions of Mr. Hattori the President of Seiko Watch. It's still up in the air a bit, depending on his schedule, but even he bows out, Takashi Wakuyama COO and Sr. Director of Seiko will be available.So what questions would you guys like me to ask? A couple that I plan on asking:Has the success of the new Spring Drive line met expectations? Have there been any lessons learned?What is the status of bringing some the Japan exclusive Seiko lines (Grand Seiko, Credor, etc.) to the US?Here's some of the places I'll be visiting durning my week in Japan:*SEIKO Institute of Horology*SEIKO Shiojiri Plant *SEIKO Shizukuishi Plant I anticipate it being a facinating trip!

Chronometer certification with NEW Ceramic Sea Master 300m?
I purchased a new ceramic Sea Master 300m two days ago from an Omega AD and discovered yesterday that they had given me the plastic warranty card for a different serial number watch .That has all been sorted now, but thought I'd just check on here what cards should be with a new model Omega?They supplied me with the International Warranty Card and the Pictogram Card, but looking on the 'net some Omegas seem to come with a COSC card too?Do only the older models come with chronometer certification?Just want to make sure they've given me everything that they should've....Thanks!