Maurice Lacroix by Kris Van Assche, Patricia Urquiola
Three designers were once more the chance to create their own interpretation of this classic in 2011, in a performance that reflects their personality without hide the original. Joint project of this year, the Maurice Lacroix and Wallpaper sought without compromise designers who are faithful to their beliefs and whose work reflects their own styles. The result is an impressive trio of Kris Van Assche, Patricia Urquiola, and Rodolfo Dordoni.Each of them will now create a unique interpretation of the Pontos Décentrique GMT - no aesthetic condition. Watches will be presented at Baselworld 2011 in March, and then sold at auction on Antiquorum of activity in the 22, 2011. The product will go to the three charities of choice the designers.

The Horological Society Of New York Introduces Watchmaking 101, A Public Class Sponsored By The HODI
In the 1950s, students at New York City high schools had the opportunity to take a class on watchmaking. This class was taught and the curriculum developed by members of the Horological Society of New York. Today, HSNY and HODINKEE are teaming up to announce Watchmaking 101, a revitalized version of this initiative. 2 OF 63 Watchmaking 101 is a single-session class in which professional watchmakers teach students will learn how a mechanical watch movement works and the fundamentals of using watchmaking tools. In this hands-on class, students will also learn to disassemble and reassemble a mechanical watch movement. 3 OF 63 Previous experience is not required, the class is free, and there is no need to be a member of HSNY. And unlike the 1950s version of this class, you won’t need to be a student at a New York City high school – Watchmaking 101 is open to the public. 4 OF 63 The first Watchmaking 101 class was held on February 16th a

If you have purchased a new Omega within the past several months . . .
. . . check your Pictogram card to see if you received the correct Operating Instructions. Many whose card calls for edition 11 have received the old edition 10.It appears that the only difference is that the latest edition has some PloProf specific information but if your card calls for edition 11, you may want to contact your AD for the correct manual.Fr. John†

Patek exhibition New York July
Link to a Watchtime article for those in New York and surroundings.Can't see another thread on it, but apologies if there is!!.watchtime/wristwatch-...eid=5176a21de0

Happy Conclusion to the AD Hulk Polishing Massacre
Original Thread with pictures located here:https://.rolexforums/showthread.php?t=565582After receiving my watch from the AD after a light polish i knew i needed a professional restoration. After extensive research, and glowing recommendations, i chose Rikki of Time Care Inc in Seminole FL to fix the issue.And I am glad i did. I received the watch back today, and i am blown away by how it looks. The original look and feel have been restored. He kept me fully informed, even with pictures of the finished product. He will be my go to from now on. Now on for the real show... Pictures!Family Reunited Once Again