Few objects combine function, elegance, and status as well as a wristwatch. One's choice of chronograph reveals a great deal because it shows the value we place on the most precious resource of all-time. A blend of precise mechanics, craftsmanship, fine materials, and innovation distinguishes the truly superlative examples. In The Watch Book, readers can feast their eyes and minds on a magnificently-illustrated and well-documented chronicle of the world's best timepieces. First, we're treated to a brief discussion of the ...
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Few objects combine function, elegance, and status as well as a wristwatch. One's choice of chronograph reveals a great deal because it shows the value we place on the most precious resource of all-time. A blend of precise mechanics, craftsmanship, fine materials, and innovation distinguishes the truly superlative examples. In The Watch Book, readers can feast their eyes and minds on a magnificently-illustrated and well-documented chronicle of the world's best timepieces. First, we're treated to a brief discussion of the meaning of time and its measurement by ticking sets of gears and hands. Next we delve into more than 18 premium manufacturers, including Patek Philippe, Rolex, and Cartier. These biographies of the most important names in top-end timekeeping trace the progressive development from their earliest days right up to the latest innovations and current models. We explore just what makes these houses outstanding, learning about the remarkable breakthroughs that established them as the cr???me de la cr???me of the European watch industry. Text in English, German and French.
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Add this copy of The Watch Book to cart. $111.94, very good condition, Sold by 84 Charing Cross Road Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Cambridge, CAMBS, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2017 by teNeues.
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Near Fine Condition in Near Fine jacket. 9783832798581. Near Fine/Fine 3rd print 2017 teNeues oversize hardback, unclipped DJ, profusely illustrated. Slight fading to front board beneath jacket only. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Antiques & Collectibles; ISBN: 3832798587. ISBN/EAN: 9783832798581. The photos provided are of our own book, further photos may be arranged upon request. Inventory No: 091984.
Add this copy of The Watch Book to cart. $112.35, good condition, Sold by Books From California rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Simi Valley, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2015 by Teneues.
