Is the Sales Decline Slowing?
The Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry FH reports that November recorded the highest monthly value of the year for Swiss watch exports, and also the most moderate decline at -10.6% compared with November, 2008. The report notes that while the November figures are negative, they represent a marked improvement over prior months. For 2009 overall, levels remain low however, with exports down 23.7% for the first 11 months. For November, steel watches performed well, declining only 3.8%, and bimetallic timepieces registered a gain of 8.4%. Gold watches were down 17.1% and platinum were off 53.5%. Looking at leading markets, exports to the USA were down 21.4% while Germany was down 23.3%. Exports to China increased of 36.1%. The largest market, Hong Kong, was off 14.2%.In terms of price points (export values), watches priced at 200-500 francs increased 20% both in value and unit volume. The most expensive category – watches priced at 3000 francs and up – showed the largest de

15202 light ?
Does it feel very light on the wrist after wearing 15202 steel ? I was offered 15400 Blue but refused because I thought it was too big. Now I am thinking was my decision right ?

007 Seamaster Hallmarks
My Omega Seamaster have this star in one of the lugs, can anyone know what this could be???

Comparing movements 3135 & 3235
Hi All, Is there a thread already started on this subject & if so, can you link it for me. If not, can you tell me what is the major difference? I know the power reserve is 70, which is nice to have. I'm not sure if I want to wait another year for my watch. Ive already let 3 Baselworlds go by hoping for the changes I've wanted but once again, like all the other years, it wasn't meant to be this year either. I'm eyeing a DJ 116200 blue stick dial, domed bezel & oyster bracelet. It's not a sport model or one that's popular so definitely can wait for the new movement to hit the SS versions next year. Opinions welcome. :-)

Milgauss Z-Blue vs Rhodium Datejust II vs Hulk
Howdy,I'm getting close to my first major Rolex purchase (Polar Explorer II). Since it took me a year and a half to decide which darn color to get I now have the funds to possibly purchase a second watch. One of the few instances where vacillating has truly paid off!As the title suggests I have narrowed it down to three options, each compelling in their own right and all of them destined to be future purchases. Unfortunately, since it took a very long time to decide on the Polar Explorer II, I am likely looking at the same dilemma with these three watches.My thought on the following are:Milgauss-I love the obscurity in comparison to other models and the faraday cage. The quirkiness is a huge appeal, as is the green crystal. The cons are the dial, which at times can be awesome and other times underwhelming. My daughter, who has really gotten into the whole watch experience with me, loves this watch so there is a strong temptation to get it with the idea that someday I would give i