Jaquet Droz In Museum Exhibition
The Museum of Arts and Design unveiled Object Factory: The Art of Industrial Ceramics, an exhibition documenting contemporary innovation in industrial ceramic production and the renaissance of ceramics in art and design. On view from May 6 through September 13, 2009, Object Factory examines unexpected uses of ceramics as time keeping instruments, kitchen appliances, knives and even digital electronics, all made possible by new technologies. The Grande Seconde Ceramique, which combines a ceramic case with an enamel dial, is the only timepiece in the exhibition. The limitless potential of ceramics��a medium that has been in use for millennia��is underscored by its use in such innovative ways as the housing of watches like the Grande Second Ceramique created by the renowned Jaquet Droz Manufacture. We are happy to have this fine timepiece included in Object Factory: The Art of Industrial Ceramics, said David McFadden, the Museum of Arts and Design's Chief Curator.The Museum of Arts and De

Vulcain Watches At L'Heure Asch In Geneva
One of my favorite under represented Swiss watch brands is Vulcain. I have written about them before, for example here when I discussed how the brand gives one of their watches to each new US president (specifically it was for Obama). That watch happened to be Vulcain's new Anniversary Heart watch which is pictured here. Isn't it nice?Vulcain watches are really rare. I believe there are some authorized dealers in the US, but I haven't been to any of them. I got to check out these watches at L'Heure Asch in Geneva. Denis Asch, the proprietor of the shop is probably the most respected independent watch dealer in Geneva. He has pretty good taste, and Vulcain is among the select brands that he carries. Actually, I found that Geneva isn't really a hot-spot for independent or smaller brands. The city is dominated by brands from mostly the Swatch Group, Richemont Group, and select high-end brands (like Audemars Piguet or Patek Philippe). Those looking for interesting stuff that is less common

AP Offshore All Black Ceramic 44mm
Curious about this piece. Does anyone here owns the all black ceramic offshore 44mm? How is your ownership experience? Please share some photos here.

PO info needed !
Needs some info please guys if you can help as I'm not that clued up on Omega's !Is the current 42mm PO due to be updated next year and if so any ideas on differences to the current model ?Many thanksSam

Vintage Patek Care
Greetings. First post be kind. Photo is of my grandfather's Patek that was given to me as a gift prior to my wedding. The watch was serviced and I wore it only once on my wedding day. Since that magic day, the watch has been sitting in a safety deposit box for twenty years. My question is can I wind the watch now without doing damage? Should I service the watch first? I have lately developed the watch bug and I would like to wear the Patek maybe a couple times a year. Hesitant to do an expensive service for such limited use. Any information the forum can provide about the watch is much appreciated. Thanks