New Independent Watchmaker Fair in Geneva
From January 17-22, concurrent with SIHH, 29 independent watch brands and craftsmen will display their latest collections at the first Geneva Time Exhibition (GTE). The GTE is an effort by smaller, independent watch brands to pool their resources to battle the global economic crisis and to present their products together in an atmosphere designed for firms that are not members of the major groups. The first edition of GTE runs from Sunday, January 17 (opening 2 p.m.) through Friday, January 22. GTE will be held in the heart of Geneva at the International Geneva Conference Center (CICG), close to Place des Nations. The 29 exhibitors’ stands will cover approximately 8000 square feet.The 29 independent brands taking part in GTE are listed below.* Some watchmakers have selected GTE to officially launch their brand on the market and present their first timepieces to a specialist audience.You may click the graphic below to visit the GTE website, which is presented in French.* Scheduled

Through the Native American canyons
Took a little pre NYE trip today and brought the RG44 along with me. These pictures were taken on Native American soil. Shaped by erosion, rainwater, and wind, these canyons have produced incredible spiral rock arches. The ANTELOPE:The Girl in the WindThe SHARKAdditional photos:

Group thoughts?
Hey, thinking about making a bid here, just wondering what all our resident WIS think of this one:?.ebay/itm/Audemras-Pig...h/121057235532

Rolex Collection plus Speedy
It was interesting to see on another thread how many people had a Rolex collection plus an Omega Speedmaster.Curious to know how many have the Speedy as the only non-Rolex piece in their collection.166001670016570116710 BLNR1603016014Speedy incoming...

Going on a customer rewards trip...question?
For those that have been on a employee or customer trip to Cancun. Is wearing a gold DJ too much? Should I tone it down with an Omega, etc.?