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Baselworld 2011 opened today and early indications are that cautious optimism are the watchwords for the coming year (pun intended). It also looks like it will be a good year for watch enthusiasts (more along those lines in coming reports). To set the mood, during a short break between meetings, we present a few images from press day, before the crowds arrive.
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If you squint at the image below, you might spot a famous watchmaker. Obscure hint: he likes to wear fishing vests.
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