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.
Dive Watches Welcome to the Dive Watch forum, a place to discuss all things related to those miracles of horology, watches that are designed to survive in some of the most inhospitable places on earth - its oceans, seas, rivers, and lakes. This forum isn't intended to supplant the many brand fora with their respective dive watch offerings. All dive watch discussions are welcome here, regardless of brand or exclusivity. If it's designed to survive more than a casual splash, then step right in.
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.
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 Jordão in discussing these true artisans.
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.
Ladies Watch Forum This forum is a place to discuss ladies watches. TimeZone created this forum with women in mind. Whether you appreciate design, hand craftsmanship, technology or jewellery-setting, we welcome you to share information, ask questions and have a bit of fun.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ball Watch At Ball Watch, innovation and creativity are the cornerstones on the foundation of their corporate mission, "Accuracy Under Adverse Conditions". Continuing in the tradition of Webster Clay Ball, Ball Watch aspires to manufacture the most accurate mechanical watches on the planet, ruggedized for use by those that live / work / play in truly adverse conditions. With unlimited inspiration, Ball is today setting the standards just as Webster Clay Ball did in the late 1800s and through the early 1900s.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
FP Journe FranÁois-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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Montblanc Welcome to the TimeZone Montblanc Discussion Forum. This forum has the official support and endorsement of Montblanc, and is focused on the discussion of all Montblanc timepieces, from the Rieussec collection, named for the inventor of the chronograph, to the Villeret collection, to the Timewalker, Star, Profile and Sport collections.
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.
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!
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.
Richard Mille Established in 2001, Richard Mille quickly became renowned in the watch industry for their use of innovative materials and designs. Drawing inspiration from Formula One racing to develop movements and cases, Richard Mille was the first watch manufacturer to use combined materials such as titanium, ceramic and chronifer in production. Please join us on the forum to discuss this unique brand.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Sales Corner Sales Corner is where community members buy, sell and trade watches and related goods valued below $5000. Please note that only used watches may be listed or sought.
TZ Showcase TZ Showcase is where community members buy, sell and trade watches and related goods valued $5000 or above. Please note that only used watches may be listed or sought.
Lifestyle & Entertainment This is a non-watch discussion forum for such topics as travel, wine, food, photography, music, art, movies, sports, home audio-video, computing, personal electronics, clothing, home & garden, and finance & investing.
Job Listings Job Listings are an effort to support job creation. Here you will find open job positions within the watch industry. Feel free to search Job Listings for your desired position.
TZ GTG Reports This section contains a collection of reports about real-world TimeZone get-togethers (or "GTGs") from local meetings amongst a few friends to regional events with manufacturers, watchmakers, executives and other notables from the watch industry.
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.
Only Watch 2013 The biennial “Only Watch” charity watch auction takes place on 28 September 2013 in Monaco to benefit research for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. 38 of the world’s leading watch manufactures will each donate a unique timepiece specially created for the occasion.
Basel/SIHH 2013 Welcome to TimeZone's 2013 SIHH & Baselworld Forum! This is your home for news and discussion about the 2013 Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) and Baselworld, 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 2013.
Basel/SIHH 2012 Welcome to TimeZone's 2012 SIHH & Baselworld Forum! This is your home for news and discussion about the 2012 Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie or SIHH and Baselworld, 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 2012.
Basel/SIHH 2011 Welcome to TimeZone's 2011 SIHH & Baselworld Forum! This is your home for news and discussion about the 2011 Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie or SIHH and Baselworld, 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 2011.
Basel/SIHH 2009 Welcome to TimeZone's 2009 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.
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. This year's Baselworld is April 3-10 in Basel and the SIHH is April 7-12 in Geneva. At these shows, wristwatch manufacturers from Switzerland, Germany, Japan, and around the world will unveil their new models for 2008.
Basel/SIHH 2007 Welcome to TimeZone's 2007 Baselword & SIHH Forum! This is your home for news and discussion about the 2007 Baselworld and Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie or SIHH, the world's most important wristwatch trade shows.
Basel/SIHH 2006 Welcome to TimeZone's 2006 Baselword & SIHH Forum! This is your home for news and discussion about the 2006 Baselworld and Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie or SIHH, the world's most important wristwatch trade shows.
Basel/SIHH 2005 Welcome to TimeZone's 2005 Baselword & SIHH Forum! This is your home for news and discussion about the 2005 Baselworld and Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie or SIHH, the world's most important wristwatch trade shows.
Basel/SIHH 2004 Welcome to TimeZone's 2004 Baselword & SIHH Forum! This is your home for news and discussion about the 2004 Baselworld and Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie or SIHH, the world's most important wristwatch trade shows. This year's Baselworld is April 15-22 in Basel 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.
