2011: The Year in Review Quiz, Part 1
It’s December, and you know what that means. It’s time to look back. Have you been paying attention for the past 12 months? You knew there would be a quiz, right? Say goodbye to 2011 with this little test the focuses on some of the most (and least) important stories of the year. As always, the answers appear at the end. Good luck!    1. Which watch group and retailer ended a cooperation agreement relating to the launch of a new watch brand?A. Richemont and TourneauB. Swatch Group and TiffanyC. LVMH and Neiman MarcusD. Movado Group and Saks Fifth Avenue 2. Which tennis star joined Audemars Piguet as an ambassador?A. Andy MurrayB. David FerrerC. Novak DjokovicD. Andy Roddick 3. Which watch brought the highest price at this year's Only Watch auction in Monaco?A. DeWitt Concept Watch No. 3 �C X-WatchB. Richard Mille RM 027 TourbilonC. Van Cleef & Arpels Poetic ComplicationD. Patek Philippe Ref. 3939 4. Who was named CEO of Ulysse Nardin followin

Help needed!
I'm new to this forum having mainly owned rolex over the years but, finally made the plunge in to AP ownership!Just became proud owner of roo diver, bought 2nd hand from chrono 24, imported from a private seller in France. Although I've no doubts about the watch itself, it's the paper work I'm concerned about having bought with box and paper work. It comes with both boxes and 2 booklets, I'm concerned about the booklets, instruction for use is for calibre 2326/2840 not 3210(is it a generic booklet) and the warranty and authentication booklet has no reference numbers(left blank)in it relating to my watch, is this normal? What paper work should come with the watch?Many thanks in advance!!!!

AUDEMARS - NYC Royal Oak Hodinkee event info!
For those who will be in NYC tonight... Though this is a Private Event I am certain folks that are interested in attending will be granted access For an early preview of the event, view a behind the scenes video here (.hodinkee/blog/2012/3/...ary-royal.html)

Options to change my Speedmaster's dial
Hi everyone, first post so please be gentle. I picked up a Speedmaster Date a little over a year ago when the local shop was clearing out their Omega stock at a substantially reduced price. Only thing is, it was the all silver model. While it looks good, I'd prefer it had been the black dial and bezel. Is this something a dealer would be willing to swap out for me? I've read that they will not customize, I'm simply hoping they'll replace with parts from the same model. I'd considering having it done elsewhere, but I'm worried about Omega refusing to honor any warranty work if it should ever be necessary. Thanks!

Help Understanding the 233
I am fairly new to Panerai, and certainly have the bug. My first two pieces in the last year are a 111 and 388, as I wanted a Luminor and Radiomir. I am ready to add a historic piece which will likely be a 372. However, the more I explore the more I am drawn to the 233.With all the talk about base, clean dials, and a general less is more appeal - why does the 233 seem to overcome the desire for simplicity, and be so well received by many of the aficionados on here?I am leaning towards the 233, and would just like more thoughts on why this piece fits into a collection.Thanks,Will