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- Watch Talk - General Watch Discussion
	Public Forum This is TimeZone's main watch discussion forum. The discussion is fast paced, so comments and questions usually receive quick responses. People of all knowledge levels participate - from beginners to WIS (Watch Idiot Savants). Discussion topics include virtually everything related to watches and the watch industry.	19143	934	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: drster
	2008 Watch of the Year Visit this forum and cast your vote for the TimeZone.com 2008 Watch of the Year. The finalist that receives the most votes by midnight GMT on March 3, 2009 will be the 2008 TimeZone Watch of the Year.	923	923	Sun, 08 March 2009 By: Dave in TYO
	Basel/SIHH 2009 Welcome to TimeZone's 2008 Baselword & SIHH Forum! This is your home for news and discussion about the 2009 Baselworld and Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie or SIHH, the world's most important wristwatch trade shows. At these shows, wristwatch manufacturers from Switzerland, Germany, Japan, and around the world will unveil their new models for 2009.	602	259	Fri, 22 May 2009 By: neuman
	Japanese Forum TimeZone's Japanese language forum is a Japanese version of the Public Forum, where Japanese watch enthusiasts and WIS gather and talk about watches and related subjects. This is the forum where East meets West, and participation is not limited to the native Japanese speaking audience. Many people from around the world join in and enjoy the watch-related discussion in this forum. TimeZone is only U.S.-based watch discussion site offering a Japanese language forum.	7507	2037	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: hatcho_bori
	Independent Horology This forum is dedicated to discussion about independent watch and clock makers. Independents are the leading creative force in horology, generating a vast majority of the significant horological breakthroughs, from the earliest days to current times. Join moderator Felipe Jord�o in discussing these true artisans.	5646	671	Fri, 03 July 2009 By: candle7
	Vintage Watches Welcome to TimeZone's Vintage Watch Forum. This is the place for all enthusiasts of older timepieces to discuss their interests. From pocket watches to the arrival of the battery powered watch, the Vintage Forum covers a diverse and wonderful range of timepieces. Feel free to discuss timepieces produced up to approximately 1980 here.	7943	1151	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: stophmaster
	Ladies Watch Forum TimeZone created this forum with women in mind. Whether your appreciation is in craftsmanship, technology, aesthetics, jewellery, one-off creations, fashion brands or fantasy models, we welcome you to this forum. This forum is a place to discuss ladies watches as important additions to our wardrobes, our lifestyles and our sense of style. Both mechanical and quartz watches certainly have earned a place on our wrists and in our hearts and forumners should feel free to share advice and support for those wishing to purchase a ladies watch as a gift or personal reward.	4546	1184	Thu, 02 July 2009 By: Samster777
	Watchmaking & Repair This forum is for watchmakers, watchmaking students, and those with an interest in or questions about watchmaking or repairing watches. Moderator Machiel Kalf is a Master Watchmaker and a watchmaking instructor with more than 20 years of experience. He also teaches TimeZone's on-line Watch School. Ed Hahn is an Engineer and a long-time TZ contributor who has a special interest in the technical side of watches. Ed writes a regular feature for TimeZone called, and he drafted TZ's Wristwatch FAQ. This forum welcomes all watchmaking - related discussion, including questions and answers about sources for general categories of parts or services, and "help wanted" ads that relate to the watchmaking or repair trade.	2341	435	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: keywind
	TimeZone en français Bienvenue sur Timezone en français! Ce forum de débats nous ouvre les portes du partage de nos connaissances et de la découverte sur le thème du temps et de ses gardiennes: les montres. Aussi bien outils de travail qu'objets de mode ou classiques intemporelles, instruments de convoitises des passionnés, habillées le soir ou sous-marine l'aprés midi, elles animent nos passions. Que celles-ci vivent dans le respect de l'autre, nos échanges peuvent être éclairés, passionnés, drôles, incisifs ou encore techniques mais doivent toujours rester courtois.	5180	836	Thu, 02 July 2009 By: MATOU
- Brand Forums - Dedicated to specific watch brands
	A. Lange & Söhne Perhaps the most distinguished name in German horology, A. Lange & Söhne embodies the best of the Glashütte style of watchmaking. Founded in 1845 and re-born in 1994 following German reunification, A. Lange & Söhne produces beautiful and high-prized timepieces. If you thought the best watches were produced only in Switzerland, visit the A. Lange & Söhne forum and learn about German watchmaking at its finest.	9987	1058	Fri, 03 July 2009 By: Melal
	Audemars Piguet For more than 125 years, Audemars Piguet has been a leader in fine watchmaking. Please come visit the TimeZone forum dedicated to this brand and discover what lies beyond the Royal Oak.	7820	1091	Fri, 03 July 2009 By: breitling77
	Bell & Ross In 1992, a team of designers and specialists in aircraft and space controls joined together, with a stated goal of creating watches perfectly suited to professional use. Join us in the discussion of Bell & Ross watches, which are in use today by astronauts, pilots, divers and bomb-disposal experts as tools of their trade.	897	136	Thu, 02 July 2009 By: Michael Sandler
	Blancpain Welcome to the Blancpain Forum, the place where we discuss the watches made in Paudex and LeBrassus Switzerland. Since 1735 there has never been a quartz Blancpain, and there never will be! Click below, come on in, and enjoy!	17313	4068	Fri, 03 July 2009 By: michael87
	Breguet The most magical name in the annals of horology, Breguet is one of only a few houses of 18th century watchmaking yet living, representing and continuing an unbroken tradition spanning centuries. Esteemed as the greatest horologer of all time, the influence of Abraham-Louis Breguet remains pervasive in the higher art of today's finest mechanical watchmaking. This forum is dedicated to the discussion and celebration of the watches, clocks, and chronometers made throughout the more than 225 year history of the house of Breguet.	5071	1276	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: c. corey
	Breitling Founded in 1884 by Leon Breitling, the company that bears his name has become synonymous with aviation. TimeZone�s Breitling Forum offers a comprehensive FAQ, an Image Gallery, and lively discussion.	6707	944	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: DanMar
	Cartier Join us as we explore this wonderful paradox from the House that has been responsible for some of the milestone designs in wristwatch history, from the Tank to the Santos, Pasha and now the elegant Roadster.	16255	3185	Fri, 03 July 2009 By: Les Must
	Chronoswiss Watchmaker Gerd-R Lang claims his mechanical masterpieces are '100 years behind the times'. Find out what he means here.	6363	1415	Fri, 03 July 2009 By: Samster777
	Chopard Since 1860, Chopard has been making fine luxury watches. Today's mechanical offerings place them among the elite of Swiss watchmaking. Please join us to discuss Chopard's wonderful wristwatches.	1915	384	Fri, 03 July 2009 By: sefischer1
	FP Journe Fran�ois-Paul Journe is among the most creative watchmakers working today. At the Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix 2004, he received the top distinction Gold Hand Award for his Tourbillon Souverain. Visit this forum to meet other enthusiasts and see why timepieces bearing the F. P. Journe name are so popular among collectors.	2640	444	Fri, 03 July 2009 By: topcat30093
	German Brands Welcome to the German Brands Forum. We invite you to discuss and dwell on the numerous well established and smaller brands and manufacturers that cavort between Saxony and the Black Forest, between Glashuette and Pforzheim. There is much to discover about this new era of German watchmaking. Come in and find out!	4417	636	Fri, 03 July 2009 By: Obsidian
	Girard-Perregaux Since its inception in 1791, Girard-Perregaux has been at the forefront of innovations, from the tourbillon with three bridges in 1867 to the automatic tourbillon with three gold bridges in 1999. Girard-Perregaux's long list of "firsts" includes the first large-production wristwatch in 1880. Many of the manufactory's modern products are inspired by ground-breaking models of the past two centuries. Please click on the link below to visit the Girard-Perregaux forum.	9285	2293	Fri, 03 July 2009 By: ron888
	Glashuette Original TimeZoners are brought together by their love of watches. Glashütte Original honors this love with their work. It is their daily ambition to create collections that are on the one hand the continuance of their 160-year company history, and on the other hand an expression of creativity, innovation, and the future. The mechanical masterpieces by Glashütte Original, which are manufactured in very small numbers, unite tradition and modernity, high-tech and vintage craft. Dr. Frank Müller, President of Glashütte Original, welcomes you to this forum.	15510	2091	Fri, 03 July 2009 By: Michael Sandler
	Heuer / TAG Heuer Welcome to the Heuer / TAG Heuer forum. Join us as we disucss everything from Heuer's vintage chronographs and Rally dashboard clocks up to TAG Heuer's latest innovative concept watches and everything in between.	5185	1013	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: Leon
	Hublot Welcome to the TimeZone Hublot forum. The launch of the Big Bang in 2005 signals a new interpretation of the unmistakable Hublot style and ushers in a new era as Hublot expands its appeal among wristwatch enthusiasts. In recognition of this new era, TimeZone now hosts the official Hublot discussion forum. Please take a few minutes to visit the forum and learn more about this iconic brand and its latest offerings.	2850	290	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: Quan
	IWC Since the humble beginning in 1868 of Florentine Ariosto Jones, the International Watch Company of Schaffhausen, Switzerland has been dedicated to making the finest high-grade watches possible. From the sporty Fliegers to the elegant Portuguese and the modern GST's and others, there is a watch for everybody from IWC. Come visit the Forum and discover your favorite!	8356	988	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: Panerai Dude
	Jaeger-LeCoultre As a true manufactuer with a 160 year history, Jaeger-LeCoultre is a pillar of Swiss watchmaking. Best known for its Reverso and Master lines, Jaeger-LeCoultre produces stylish timepieces of the highest quality. Please visit the Jaeger-LeCoultre forum to meet other enthusiasts and to learn more about this historic company.	4190	714	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: Forsei
	Officine Panerai Since its inception in 1860 by Giovanni Panerai in Florence, Italy, the company has produced precision instruments for use by the Italian Navy, migrating to watches made specifically for these Navy Commandos as early as the 1930�s. With the revival of Panerai - assisted by the Vendome Group in 1993, then Richemont in 1997 - the firm has taken their patented design to a new level.	17998	1778	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: packers4
	Omega Omega is an icon among Swiss watch companies. Their creations include the legendary Speedmaster Moon watch and the Seamaster. Omega�s decision to embrace the innovative George Daniels escapement shows them to be a true leader. TimeZone�s Omega Forum is also a leader, offering the best Omega information, discussion, and fun!	17796	2157	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: knafel1983
	Patek Philippe Welcome to the Patek Philippe Forum. Since 1839, Patek has been considered by enthusiasts, collectors and experts to be one of the very top watchmaking manufacturers, producing the most sought after timepieces in the world.	7895	776	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: res&amp;amp;amp;amp;a
	Rolex - Modern It is fair to say Rolex invented the modern wristwatch, introducing or perfecting the waterproof case, self-winding movement, the date window in the dial, the two time zone display, and the dive watch. Rolex models like the Submariner, Explorer, Day-Date and Datejust are design icons that are also known for being rugged and reliable. TimeZone is extremely fortunate to have James Dowling host this forum. Mr. Dowling is a recognized Rolex expert and co-author of a leading history of the Rolex company and its timepieces.	8553	625	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: konamoto
	Rolex - Vintage This forum focuses on older Rolex watches, from the earliest days of the company up to the introduction of the sapphire glass watches. Discussion of all early watches is welcome - from pre WWII Princes, Bubblebacks and Rebbergs to the later 50s, 60s & 70s sports models such as the GMT, Explorer or Submariner.	11661	1721	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: amdubin
	Seiko In 1881, Kintaro Hattori opened a watch & jewellery shop in the Ginza area of Tokyo. Eleven years later he began to produce clocks under the name Seikosha. From these small roots, the giant company now known as the Seiko Corporation grew. Although mainly known in the west for their affordable watches, Seiko are in fact a significant company in the history of horology; having introduced the world�s first quartz wristwatch; they are one of the most vertically integrated watch companies in the world, even making the oils used in lubricating the watches and the luminous compounds used on the hands and the dials. Please visit to discuss or ask questions about Seiko!	10237	1975	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: kev5366
	Sinn With its foundations in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany in 1961, Sinn over the years has "quietly" grown to one of the most collected German brands. Sinn's focus is on technology, and how to apply new processes to watchmaking that genuinely benefit the watch. Learn why watch enthusiasts around the world closely follow every move this company makes.	15281	2592	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: pabboy
	Tudor For decades, Tudor watches have been known for their robustness, versatility and reliability. Their present model lines, including the Iconaut, the Date-Day and the Classic, continue to uphold that tradition. Regardless of your current knowledge level, you are invited to participate on the forum, where we welcome discussion of both modern and vintage Tudor watches.	925	237	Fri, 03 July 2009 By: Engi
	Ulysse Nardin Ulysse Nardin has a proud history, dating to its founding in Le Locle, Switzerland in 1846. Ulysse Nardin is known as an innovator, and they have received more patents in the past decade than any other watchmaking company. Their timepieces embody creative genius in many forms, including the revolutionary GMT � Perpetual, the Freak, and the famous Trilogy of Time. Few companies span the spectrum of horological art like Ulysse Nardin. Come join us as we discuss this interesting company and their special timepieces.	14913	3517	Fri, 03 July 2009 By: Kanyon
	Vacheron Constantin Vacheron Constantin is one of the great old names in the watchmaking world with a great heritage and history. Established in 1735 by Jean-Marc Vacheron, the firm has continued in its tradition of excellence ever since. Recently acquired by the Richemont Group, it shines as one of the Greatest Swiss Watchmaking Houses.	5782	1359	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: Bob L.
	Zenith Founded in 1865 in Le Locle, Switzerland, Zenith is best known for its "El Primero" chronograph movements, and its thin "Elite" calibers. Zenith has received over 1500 first prizes from observatories for the precision of its timepieces. Please join in the discussion!	14364	3899	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: chronozen
- TimeZone Community - Community-oriented boards and forums
	Sales Corner Sales Corner is a place for community members to buy, sell and trade watches and related goods. Please note that only used watches may be listed or sought.	11992	11059	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: markbro8
	TZ Showcase TZ Showcase is a place to buy, sell and trade used watches valued at $5000 and above.	15308	14822	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: PhoenixGTS
	TZ GTG Reports This board contains a collection of reports on real-world TimeZone get-togethers or GTGs, from local meetings among a few friends to regional events that include manufacturers, watchmakers, executives, retailers, and other notables from the world of watches.	114	113	Wed, 10 June 2009 By: L. Joel
	Watch Reviews Read hundreds of watch reviews posted by other collectors, and post your own watch reviews here!!	1316	1316	Sun, 28 June 2009 By: DavidM1
	Time Exposure Time Exposure is a forum dedicated to discussion of photography, and particularly wrist and pocket watch photography. Here you will find excellent tips and tricks to improve your skills, as well as information about cameras and related equipment. Time Exposure Classics offers a collection of the best posts to appear in this forum.	8444	2376	Thu, 02 July 2009 By: Paul Delury
	Lifestyle & Entertainment This is the place to come to discuss things such as travel, wine, food, photography, music, art, movies, sports, home audio-video, computing, personal electronics, clothing, home & garden, and finance & investing.	17729	1331	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: jitsbits
	Automotive Please join us on the TimeZone Automotive Forum. This is a place for motorheads and auto fanatics who enjoy talking about cars and motorcycles.	7828	676	Sat, 04 July 2009 By: canonken
	TZ Classics TZ Classics is a collection of TZ's best posts over the years, offering a wide range of watch-related information, including reviews, technical articles, TZ discussions, and more.	1489	1491	Thu, 14 May 2009 By: fouad6
	Photo Submission Forum Please use this forum to submit pictures to be considered for inclusion in Gene Stone's new book about wristwatches to be published by Harry Abrams and released Fall, 2006.	304	248	Fri, 17 March 2006 By: Stefan Will
- News & Features - Watch industry news and feature articles
	Industry News Read recent news items from the watch industry. TimeZone Industry News is compiled and published by Jorge Merino and by the TimeZone staff. If you have a watch-related event, news item or press release that you would like publicized on TimeZone, please submit the information to Jorge at Jorge@TimeZone.com. TimeZone reserves the right to accept, reject and edit submissions.	3418	3423	Wed, 01 July 2009 By: Jorge Merino
- Resources & Tools - Resources dedicated to the watch community
	Baselworld & SIHH 2005 2005 Basel/SIHH Forum	695	272	Wed, 07 March 2007 By: Jeff N
	Baselworld & SIHH 2004 This is your home for discussion about the 2004 Baselworld and Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie or SIHH, Switzerland's largest wristwatch trade shows. This year's Baselworld is April 15-22 in Basel and Zurich, and the SIHH is April 19-26 in Geneva. At these shows, wristwatch manufacturers from Switzerland, Germany, Japan, and other countries will unveil their new models for 2004.	624	259	Thu, 19 April 2007 By: aslogar
	03 Basel/SIHH Archive This forum allows visitors to read and discuss news from the two leading wristwatch trade shows: the Basel Fair in Basel, Switzerland, and the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie in Geneva. In this forum you will find many images of new watch models for 2002, including images not prevoiusly published anywhere else. You will also find links to reviews and interviews by TimeZone staffers and community members attending the shows.	390	159	Wed, 29 October 2003 By: RageRover
	Basel/SIHH 2006 Visit this forum for all the latest news from the leading wristwatch shows in Basel and Geneva.	798	280	Sun, 15 April 2007 By: noble
	Basel/SIHH 2007	1122	255	Mon, 04 August 2008 By: carl
	Basel/SIHH 2008 Welcome to TimeZone's 2008 Baselword & SIHH Forum! This is your home for news and discussion about the 2008 Baselworld and Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie or SIHH, the world's most important wristwatch trade shows. Baselworld is April 3-10 in Basel and is open to the public with an admission fee. The SIHH is April 7-12 in Geneva, and is by invitation to the trade only. At these shows, wristwatch manufacturers from Switzerland, Germany, Japan, and around the world will unveil their new models for 2008.	609	280	Mon, 26 January 2009 By: KhalilSheikh
- Archives - Past messages from selected TZ forum
	Public Forum Archive A locked archive of past messages from the Public Forum.	926702	91784	Fri, 03 July 2009 By: sefischer1
	Vintage Watches Archive A locked archive of past messages from the Vintage Watches forum.	64596	14628	Sun, 02 November 2008 By: Earl of Ormonde
	Watchmaking & Repair Archive A locked archive of past messages from Watchmaking and Repair.	17251	4010	Sun, 28 May 2006 By: Machiel Kalf
	A. Lange & Söhne Archive A locked forum of past messages from the A. Lange & Söhne forum	21556	3482	Sun, 29 July 2007 By: gabe.herrmann
	Audemars Piguet Archive A locked archive of past messages from Audembars Piguet.	20112	4146	Sun, 27 January 2008 By: Dell
	Breitling Archive A locked archive of past messages from the Breitling forum.	98925	18593	Sun, 04 January 2009 By: Paul V
	German Brands Archive A locked archive of past messages from German Brands.	18495	3765	Mon, 28 January 2008 By: geogre88
	Heuer / TAG Heuer Archive A locked archive of past messages from Heuer / TAG Heuer.	18504	3678	Sun, 27 January 2008 By: Tinhoo
	Hublot Archive A locked archive of past messages from the Hublot forum.	21336	2917	Mon, 02 March 2009 By: greedygremlin
	IWC Archive A locked archive of past messages from the IWC forum.	126614	23549	Sun, 04 January 2009 By: the.philosopher
	Jaeger-LeCoultre Archive A locked forum of past messages from the Jaeger-LeCoultre forum.	34478	7392	Fri, 29 August 2008 By: cousie
	Minerva Archive Although considered a small Swiss manufacturer, Minerva has survived for almost 150 years by providing quality timepieces to a wide audience of collectors. They continue to this day to produce some of the finest and most classic wristwatches available.	6981	1505	Fri, 12 October 2007 By: J_Warden
	Officine Panerai Archive A locked archive of past messages from the Officine Panerai forum.	208486	25120	Sun, 30 November 2008 By: jamesvann
	Omega Archive A locked archive of past messages from the Omega forum.	303801	46885	Sun, 04 January 2009 By: Junam
	Patek Philippe Archive A locked archive of past messages from the Patek Phillppe forum.	56206	8597	Sat, 30 August 2008 By: roger1
	Rolex - Modern Archive A locked archive of past messages from the Rolex forum.	658475	71130	Thu, 14 May 2009 By: funkstar
	Rolex - Vintage Archive A locked archive of past messages from the Rolex - Vintage forum.	89339	12586	Sun, 01 June 2008 By: affeltaffel
	Seiko Archive A locked forum of past messages from the Seiko forum.	33952	8368	Mon, 03 March 2008 By: dearsid
	Lifestyle & Entertainment Archive A locked archive of past messages from the Lifestyle & Entertainment Forum.	363623	32822	Wed, 29 April 2009 By: bobh
	Sales Corner Archive A locked archive of past messages.	660851	604421	Fri, 29 May 2009 By: mp.watchman
	TZ Showcase Archive A locked forum of past messages from the TZ Showcase forum.	87898	69487	Sun, 25 January 2009 By: TAS
	Automotive Archive A locked archive of past messages from the Automotive forum.	58591	6488	Sun, 02 November 2008 By: hatcho_bori
	2007 Watch of the Year Visit this forum and cast your vote for the TimeZone.com 2007 Watch of the Year. The finalist that receives the most votes by midnight GMT on March 16, 2008 will be the 2007 TimeZone Watch of the Year, and the award will be presented to the winner during Baselworld or SIHH, 2008.	984	984	Mon, 17 March 2008 By: Michael Sandler
	Timezone en francais Archive A locked archive of past messages from Timezone en francais.	16149	2352	Sun, 26 March 2006 By: CYR

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