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What's New at Chronocentric
Highlights of changes, updates and additions
- Apr 03, 2004: Why people buy counterfeits and what it says about them and
Luxury watch imposters.
- Dec 03: Changed forums to new wide display with simpler top menu.
- Nov 12: Numerous small updates to dated details in the OMEGA articles;
new heading on the OnTheDash Heuer Forum;
minor visual fixes to work with Mozilla Firefox Web browser.
- Jun 28: Two new forums: ChronoTrader and Counterfeit Watchers.
- Apr 01: Major additions and reorganization in the Seamaster FAQ, adding coverage of the Aqua Terra and Railmaster.
- Mar 10: Link to new OMEGA Vintage Information Database; updated instructions for obtaining an OMEGA C.O.S.C. Certificate.
- Mar 03, 2004: Updated Image of the Day galleries with many recent and new for 2004 models.
- Mar 03, 2004: Updated Image of the Day galleries with many recent and new for 2004 models.
- Mar 07: Major update! Cleaner, more efficient, faster to load site design. New vintage Heuer discussion forum!
- Jan 24, 2003: Added Jacques Mayol 2003 Limited Edition to Seamaster Gallery, merged Product Zone into Consumer Zone, various cosmetic changes.
- Dec 24: Updated 007 Connection with more detail on the "2002 James Bond LE" and the Seamaster Pro's appearance in Die Another Day.
- Oct 05: Added Seamaster America's Cup RACING Chronograph and DeVille Coaxial Ladies Models
to Newest Omega Models, added Constellation "Ernie Els' choice" LE to Other Unusual Omegas.
- Sep 15: Added TheWatchGuide.nl to Omega Consumer Alert.
- Jul 30: Added photos of 2002 James Bond Limited Edition to 007 Connection.
- Jun 02: Tips on setting your watch to ensure correct minute and second hand alignment.
- Apr 15: Details on several new Omega model announcements New Omega Models Gallery--including the NEW Seamaster Chronograph!
- Jan 25: Significant additions the the Rogues Gallery of Fake Omegas in all sections.
- Jan 15: New Gallery of unusual Omega editions.
Technical trivia on why the Moonwatch has only 30m water resistance
and acrylic crystal.
- Jan 06, 2002: Cosmetic and navigation updates. Revised references to Omega site based on their recent major overhaul.
Gold Broad Arrow in new models gallery.
- Dec 22: More on the SMP diver's extension. More reader polls added to Poll Central.
- Dec 20: Updated forum software to latest version.
- Nov 30: Poll Central--a collection of reader polls, vote now and see results instantly! Also numerous small article updates not worth specifically itemizing.
- Oct 26: Understanding why logos on back or crown may be at an odd angle.
- Oct 23: New sections on What watches are collectible and Why identical watches run differently.
- Oct 19: Site greatly reorganized for easier browsing. New sections on Where to get service and accessories and what you need to know about buying Watch Straps.
- Sep 6: Three new sections in Omega bracelets and straps, covering Omega deployants, buckles and bracelets.
- Aug 15: Contest winners announced!
- Jul 30: zOwie Anniversary Contest with prizes--hurry, ends August 10!
- Jul 29: New Omegas in the Public Eye gallery, plus a non-chronometer Bond automatic in the Seamaster Gallery.
More on watches as investments and varieties of warranties.
- Jul 15: All new Guide to Major Watch Brands. New photos of red dial Seamaster Pro and Jacques Mayol 2001 Limited Edition in Seamaster Gallery. Expanded coverage of Accuracy of Fine Wristwatches.
- May 29: New News Center, plus news on Omega page now an automated news feed.
- May 10: Another dealer warning added to Omega Consumer Alert. Why choose mechanical over quartz? in Buyer's Guide.
- Chronocentric welcomes visitors who saw our site featured in the recent issue of "Horologes" magazine.
- Apr 15: More detail on new watch dealers with questionable policies.
- Apr 12: Table of wristwatch accuracy. Troubleshooting bracelet links and GMT hour loss.
- Mar 17: News of new Omega De Ville line in Omega News and Newest Omega Models Gallery.
- Mar 13: Site Search now searches full text and directs you to specific section of articles.
- Feb 22: News of James Bond Seamaster sold at Christies auction.
- Feb 17: Search and Translate features (see menus at bottom of any page or left-side menu on articles).
- Feb 01: Omega Consumer Alert containing special cautions and warnings for potential buyers.
- Jan 28: Photos and more details of James Bond limited edition Seamaster to Seamaster Gallery
and 007 Connection. Information guides in Network.
Contact form on Contact page fixed.
- Jan 17: Omega Novelties Gallery (wallpapers and such).
Screw-down crowns in Owner's Guide.
- Jan 06, 2001: Added merits of authorized dealers to Buyer's Guide.
Added Omega instruction manual to Omega Technical.
Revised detail on setting time backwards and short month date rollover in Owner's Guide.
Updated look of zOwie Omega Forum.
Revised page layouts to make site cleaner and faster.
- Jan 02: Eliminated Features page by merging Reviews into Watches and Omega News into Omega. Added Network of related information sites.
- Dec 30: Vintage watch values and more on serial numbers in Tell Me About My Omega.
Significance of red dot added to Omega Technical. More on date changes in Owner's Guide.
Revised intro to Seamaster Pro Troubleshooter.
- Dec 14: Minor update to Seamaster Pro Versus Its Competition.
- Dec 08: More rubber strap part numbers in Omega Bracelets and Straps.
- Dec 02: Two new items in Omega News. New full site index/menu along left side of articles.
- Nov 24: Fixed problem of articles appearing blank under Netscape.
- Nov 18, 2000: Major site update to new Chronocentric.com. More non-brand specific information on fine wristwatches.
Even more coverage of Omega brand wristwatches. Better organized.
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