Negative Primary Keys

Question

Are there any repercussions using Negative Primary Keys for tables (Identity Increment -1, Identity Seed -1 in SQL Server 2005)?

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Answer 1

Not a problem.

It is slightly un-orthodox, but apart from that, fine.

The default offered by SQL Server is just that - a default, and can be changed to suit needs. Looks like you got a good compromise.