Tissot Heritage Collektion, Chronometer

Time Test: French Twist
Watchmaking has its own mini-language: a set of French terms with specific horological definitions. Match the following words with their meanings. The answers appear at the bottom in the form of 3-C, 5-G, etc. (To find out how to pronounce these words, see Part 2 of our Pronunciation Guide in the ¡°Reference Center¡± section.)1. guilloch¨¦2. rattrapante3. anglage4. ¨¦bauche5. sonnerie6. ligne7. tourbillon8. monopoussoir9. remontoir10. carr¨¦11. chablon12. chaton13. foudroyante14. perlage15. reglageHere are your definitions: A. Square, used to describe square watch casesB. A movement blank, i.e., a movement without its balance, escapement or mainspring. Translates literally as ¡°rough draft¡± or ¡°outline.¡±C. Device consisting of an escapement enclosed within a tiny rotating cage. Its purpose is to eliminate timing errors caused by the effects of gravity on a watch¡¯s balance. Translates literally as ¡°whirlwind.¡±D. A ring, often made of gold, in which a watch jewel bearing is set. Its literal t

How real is this?
I like looking at what Rolex are for sale in Norway, in case something special shows up and/or just for the fun of seeing what's for sale I also likes spotting fakes and this one does not look real to me. So to all you Rolex Boys and Girls out there, what do you believe? Real or Fake? This is the information the seller gives:The seller wants near 2650$ for the watch and he says if you buy it new now it's would cost around 5800$Its a 2002 model with 18k Gold its a caliber 2230 caliber and 31j. automatic. I have never heard about that.

Looking for good AD in the carribean
People are always teling me that watches are much cheaper in the Carribean, but where exactly are these great Omega AD exactly? Do they even exist? I may go on a vacation in the new year and grab a watch at the same time. Any help would be appreciated. PM's welcome. thanks.

Omega Lost & Stolen?
Hi,Does anyone know if Omega operates a lost and stolen database like Rolex do? This question primarily relates to the UK, I'm not sure a worldwide database exists in any case?I've just had DHL deliver a ¡ê2K watch to the wrong address and they have tried twice to retrieve it and the person has refused to open the door and is not picking up any calls (she is one of their clients as she sent a package with them weeks earlier). DHL have just washed their hands off this and told me to claim - even if I'm paid without any nonsense, the insurance claim does not cover the loss as the maximum liability was below the watch's value. TBH, I'm quite amazed with the ease with which DHL have given up on this package and asked me to claim (I sent this via Interparcel) with my agent, thus literally enabling theft. I am planning to pursue this with local police, but just wanted to query if Omega had a stolen database so I could alert them and also ask you to avoid sending your valuables by DHL, especia

Incoming - Rolex GMT Master 2
Just picked up this from my AD. I have always wanted a GMT watch in my collection. SS Rolex are hard to come by but I am happy my AD come good on this. I have the option of getting the BLNR but choose this instead. I prefer it's more understated appearance and love that green GMT hand. Very Rolex. Will make a good pair with my DD40 YG. Haven't got time to do more proper shots so this is quick snapshot.