Hong Kong Watch Clock Fair 2013: Examining Watch Design & Culture
For the second year, watches-dealer traveled to Hong Kong to attend the 2013 Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair. Organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, the event is a unique mixture of private and public interests whose main goal is to facilitate business, trade, and opportunity. As an American it was interesting to see such an effort on actually facilitating business and networking as producers and retailers come together to do business. In fact, the show goes so far as to have scheduled tours where retailers are walked through brand's booths. Things happen quickly here compared to Europe. While one Baselworld to another no doubt sees the release of entirely new models and products, the ability for the Chinese industry to shift so quickly in terms of what and how they produce is impressive. It is much more a reflection of how they do business overall versus just the Asian watch industry. Some of the major lessons during this voyage were many of the curious "whys" as to wh

AP 15400 White - Hard to get?
I'm interested in a 15400 white/ silver. Are they hard to find at AD's? I was quoted over a year from the AD I deal with.They are available at the boutique, but would prefer not to pay boutique pricingThanks for any input!

Wedding Watch Ideas
Hi TeamAs an avid watch enthusiast my fianc�� has offered to buy me a watch to mark the special day. We will both contribute towards the watch, a total budget of ��6,000 ($8,000).I have a 11610 Submariner, a 114270 Explorer, an Omega SpeedyTuesday and a Tag Heuer Link Chrono.*Jaeger LeCoultre Master Control Sector Dial Date*Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso*Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Railmaster*Vintage Rolex Datejust (Jubilee)*IWC Pilot HeritageA few options spring to mind, but I would love to hear your suggestions.

Untouched (but looks crap) vs. Proper Refinish (but original proportions)
Want to hear your thoughts on the following, for your 60's-70s Vintage Rolex what condition would you want it in.a.) Untouched, but all scratched up looks like crap> This option is true to its originality but is banged up full of character but looks really beat up.b.) Looks like NOS but refinished professionally by LA Watchworks for example> This option is polished but restored / touched to original proportions and bevels. Looks brand new and all the bevels and chamfers are exactly proportional to if it was new.

Who mods Rolexs in the UK?
Hi. I've seen some members with modified Rolexs or had dials changed, can anyone recommend who, if anyone in the UK will do that? And will Rolex still service the watch in the future if all parts are genuine Rolex?Thanks