Awards Presented in Patek Philippe Artisanship and Precision Competition
On April 14 and 15 this year, 18 students from six Swiss watchmaking schools took part in the second Patek Philippe Artisanship and Precision Competition. The winners were honored on May 28, 2011, during a celebration at the Patek Philippe Museum in the presence of Patek Philippe President Thierry Stern as well as Robert Anguenot and Daniel Rochat. The competition affirms Patek Philippe’s intention to build solid, long-lasting partnerships with Swiss watchmaking schools. The idea behind the competition originates from a joint initiative involving staff members of the Patek Philippe departments for watch manufacturing, international customer support, human resources, sales & marketing, and administration as well as of the Patek Philippe Museum.A Competition to Discover New Watchmaking TalentThe competition is part of a training initiative and its theme reflects Patek Philippe’s fundamental values of artisanship and precision, as reflected in the requirements of the Patek

First ever "luxury" watch - Omega Speedmaster Professional 3573.50 c. 1863
Hi everyone,I'm fairly new to the luxury watch world, as I became very interested in timepieces just this past summer. As I'm turning 21 and beginning a career I feel this is the perfect time to have picked up this hobby, as I feel that a watch says a lot about a person.After many hours of research, I decided on the Speedy Pro Sapphire Sandwich - I couldn't possibly think of using the hesalite crystal as a daily (although I know some disagree) and am also extremely fascinated by the view of the movement, so my choice was a natural one.I hope to soon learn how to remove the bracelet so that I can try on the Perforated Racing strap that I ordered with the watch (it's just sitting there, teasing me). The AD who sold me the watch promised to guide me through the process over the phone next week. I'm trying to learn by myself as I tend to be impatient with eagerness, but so far none of the online guides have me confident enough to try (all I have is a small screwdriver, which is what my AD

Seamaster Pro timing issue
I bought a 2254.50 in January. It's pre-loved. The previous owner said he had it timed and pressure tested. I have been checking the time and it averages -6 seconds a day so far. Usually on the wrist it's about -4 or 5 but when it's on the winder or resting in the watch drawer it will loose as much as 9 or 10 sec/day. Does anyone have any ideas or advice about this? Thanks in advance.

My first vintage Omega
Circa 1957. Has a cal. 510 movement. Refinished dial. All original.

I've only worn this Patek once this year, and it was over a weekend
Hi all,Is it a crime to wear this only once in 9-months Then again, my other pieces hog my wrist As a result I've been thinking of selling it, but the prices and offers in the market nowadays is so low, that I just let it sit in the vault.