Swiss Foundations and Federations Against Watch Piracy Miss The Point
First, see the official statement/announcement that has recently been released, then read my comments below it:"The Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie and the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry are joining forces to launch an international anti-counterfeiting campaign. Their objective is to inform the public on the damage caused by this global scourge.In spite of the many efforts made, the problem of counterfeiting and piracy continues to wreak havoc on virtually every economy worldwide, and is expanding rapidly through multiple distribution channels, especially online.Astronomical amountsCalculations based on Customs seizures show that counterfeits and piracy worldwide amount to US$ 200 billion to 360 billion a year, or 5% to 7% of international trade. Swiss watches are no exception, as the sector is hit full-on by this modern-day plague.The Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry (FHS) estimates that over 40 million fake Swiss watches are made each year (compared with exports of alm

Entering the World of AP and need advise....
Hey guys hope everyone here is well...Ive been a collector now for many years and wanted to pick the brains of you the experts with regards to AP...My collection so far includes Omega (Seamaster and SpeedyPro) Rolex (Vintage GMT 16750, 1680 Red, WG Sub Smurf and WG SkyDweller) and a Patek Philippe 5980R... Ive been after the Patek World Time Enamel dial 5131R but its proving impossible to get unless you are willing to spend double the retail price... Since there is no other Pateks which have my attention at the moment, I have turned to AP which ive been looking at last few years and not till last few months with the release of the new Royal Oak Perpetual in Steel its been on my mind and possibly could be my next purchase..My question to you guys here on the AP forum is what is your take on the new RO Perpetual?? And what do you feel about AP in terms of resale value on the secondary market?? Does AP hold its value over time??? I hear it doesnt but wanted to ask you guys here who have

Enjoying this Friday Weather!!!
Nothing like good friends, the best rum in the world and my classic ROO. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1339791854.998447.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk1339791872.378303.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk1339791890.512804.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk1339791912.711072.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk1339791938.546120.jpgSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk. Watches are the new currency!

This is the best of omega
I am a Rolex fan but since I bought this I can't take it off my wrist.

Need help identifying strap and cam buckle
My wife gave me this strap 3 years ago per my request and I can't figure out where it came from now. Want to purchase another cam - clasp like this. Suggestions? Thanks! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N920A using Tapatalk