Patek Philippe 5035 Annual Calendar

Rolex 2010 Basel Collection Display
There will be a display of the 2010 Rolex Basel Collection at a dealer in Tokyo from 15 through 18 July. If anyone is interested in the details, just let me know.

Haven¡¯t seen many pocket watches on the AWF lately.
I got my start in watch collecting with a simple search for a replacement case for a pocket watch. In 1972 I was living in Gallup NM which was founded in 1881 by the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad which later became the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe. Not surprisingly I found a RR pocket watch in a jewelers store on the main street, Route 66. It was a trade-in by a railroad employee on a new Accutron and was for sale for $25. Deal (engraved name included). It had a base metal case with a worn out pedestal that would let the bow pop off about every 50th time I would pull it out of my pocket. The first balance staff cost me ¡­ $25. Each one after that would be about $20 more. Finally sometime after I finished college I put it away broken. Several years ago I got the watch repaired (turned out to be a piece of fluff loose in the movement) and started looking for a case. So I had my first 21j RR approved pocket watch.A Ball Hamilton 999B from 1954.Of course in the process I had found Ebay and

Quartz may actually be an idea who's time has come.
I was thinking about this today. Wind up watches and autowinders are less accurate than quartz (soul-less quartz, I know). Not just because the escapement oscillates at a slower and less consistent speed than quartz, but because the rate of the movement is affected by everything from the resting position, to a quick snap of the wrist. It's interestingas an aficionado of fine writing instruments (fountain pens) there were years where I wouldn't touch a ball pen of any kind, unless I was using a waitresses to sign a credit card slip. I loved the look and feel of fountain pens, found them to be far superior to ball pens, and relished the history behind each pen design and/or technology. But, after quite a few years, I came appreciate what the general public felt when ball pens first appeared. They were newer, more superior technology. They are cleaner, easier to use, and more convenient. Are they as romantic as a fountain pen? No. Do they give the same fine flow and flexibility

Ever met a forum member??
Last year I attended a "get together" and this year I met another forum (not WTF) member for a great dinner and watch talk and show 'n' tell.I encourage all who are in a reasonable proximity to meet and exchange talk and show watches as it is really a great time.Here are a few pics of my one and only GTG.I'm in there somewhere but my lips are sealed!!I know that Rusty gets down here on occasion and I have $$ put away for a donut and coffee on me and Timefinder isn't too far away!!forums.timezone/index.php...rt=0&rid=29302

Need help identifying and service questions.
Greetings. This is my father's Omega Constellation that he wore for many years and was left to me. I don't believe it has ever been serviced, and I believe he purchased it back in the early 70s. I need a little help identifying it, and suggestions as to the best way to get it serviced into wearable condition. I'd also appreciate any thoughts on straps of bands that would go well with it.Thanks!