Top 20 Swiss Chronometer Watch Brands: Rolex Leads the Pack
Here, we examine data from COSC that reveals the top 20 Swiss watch brands by number of COSC chronometer certificates issued to them in 2012. An interesting list for fans of swiss made watches.In 2012, COSC (Contr?le Officiel Suisse des Chronom��tres), the official chronometer certification agency of Switzerland, issued 1.73 million chronometer certificates for swiss made watches. This marks a record high, up 6 percent over chronometer production in 2011. The 6-percent rise comes on top of a giant jump in 2011, when chronometer certificates increased by 28 percent. According to COSC's data, which WatchTime obtained from the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry, an additional 87,911 timepieces were submitted to COSC that did not pass the certification process for swiss made watches.In order for a watch to bear COSC's official title of chronometer, its movement must pass an extensive battery of tests. Although COSC does not test finished watches, it measures the accuracy of a movement i

Harry Winston Shanghai Pavilion Watches For China
I normally don't cover boutique openings (so I am not likely going to start now) but in conjunction with the opening of their new Shanghai Pavilion boutique, Harry Winston released not one but five new limited edition models. None of these are novel per se mechanically -but offer some very beautiful interpretations of things we have seen from the brand as of late.This year Harry Winston released their new Premier Feather collection of watches that showcased a unique form of real feather marquetry on the dial. Craftsperson Nelly Saunier delicately produces each dial by hand (about seven hours each) using hand-picked feathers. Some bird's nakedness is your gain with these Harry Winston Premier Feather Limited Edition Shanghai watches that feature stunning red and black feathers. These pieces come in a 36mm wide case lined with diamonds and will be limited to just eight pieces.Ladies win in this round having three limited edition models, but men get something as well (two pieces). For the

Finally member of the AP club...
...with this first acquisition Just arrived today.

The new one unveiled at the ATL GTG today
I was not disappointed:These are phone shots from the ATL GTG. The top one still has the sticker on the crystal.I'll try to post some better photos and a review in a day or so. Bill will have a photo or two taken at this GTG which was well attended BTW. Lots of great guys, great watches, good food and fellowship. I'm already looking forward to the next one in October.

Rolex price increase March?
There have been a few rumours that Rolex may increase their prices in March.Is there any substance in it and when do you believe it will happen?