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Author : Gisbert L. Brunner
Publisher : H.F.Ullmann Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9783848007783
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (77 download)
Download or read book Armbanduhren written by Gisbert L. Brunner and published by H.F.Ullmann Publishing. This book was released on 2014-09-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Illustrated portrait of famous watch brands
Author : R. Schmidt
Publisher : Antique Collector's Club
ISBN 13 : 9781851498291
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (982 download)
Download or read book Wristwatch Handbook The written by R. Schmidt and published by Antique Collector's Club. This book was released on 2016-10-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'The Wristwatch Handbook' provides the reader with a comprehensive anatomy of the mechanical wristwatch; every conceivable function and form. It is the foundational text for the novice and the reference book for the seasoned enthusiast. Where other books about watches focus on advising the collector, on a single brand, or on a timeline of key historical figures and events, 'The Wristwatch Handbook' takes a detailed look at mechanical wristwatch complications (functions) and leaves no stone unturned. The reader will gain the ability to identify a complicated watch from twenty paces and perform a top-to-bottom assessment of even the most exotic timepiece in a matter of seconds. Despite the functional obsolescence of the mechanical wristwatch (our phones, computers, even microwaves tell more accurate time), there are more varieties of mechanical watches available than ever before. Today, innovation is no longer exclusively preoccupied with accuracy; pioneer manufacturers are also exploring friction reduction, anti-magnetism, scratch resistance, dial decoration, exotic materials and so on.
Author : James M. Dowling
Publisher : Schiffer Pub Limited
ISBN 13 : 9780764313677
Total Pages : 399 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (136 download)
Download or read book The Best of Time, Rolex Wristwatches written by James M. Dowling and published by Schiffer Pub Limited. This book was released on 2001 with total page 399 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The name Rolex is recognized around the world. As an icon of beauty, quality, accuracy, style, and taste. While there are other fine manufacturers of timepieces, none has reached this pinnacle of public respect and acclaim. The watches produced by Rolex over the last 90 years are celebrated in this lavishly illustrated classic, now in an expanded second edition. Dowling and Hess, both acknowledged Rolex authorities, have captured the watches' beauty in color photography and present the most thorough and extensive history written of the company. Information for collectors and newly revised market values of the watches make this a truly useful volume, one that will be cherished by watch lovers around the world.
Author : Reyne Haines
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1440215243
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (42 download)
Download or read book Vintage Wristwatches written by Reyne Haines and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010-03-15 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fashion with Function Step into the fascinating world of watches. From the early "trench watches" of World War I to some of today's elegant diamond-studded cocktail watches, Vintage Wristwatches will entertain and educate you about these small works of art that have stood the test of time. Whether novice or seasoned collector, you'll enjoy the rich histories of American and European manufacturers past and present. Original newspaper and magazine advertisements complement more than 1,200 photographs of collectible wristwatches, while brief descriptions include values recently commanded at auction. In addition, you'll find: • A glossary of watch terminology commonly used among collectors • Tutorials for identifying wristwatches • Factors to consider when determining a wristwatch's value
Author : Bruce Shawkey
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 0692746048
Total Pages : 228 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (927 download)
Download or read book Hamilton Wristwatches A Reference Guide written by Bruce Shawkey and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2016-07-20 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide for Hamilton wristwatch collectors to identify watches made between 1917 and 1969.
Author : Rene Pannier
Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
ISBN 13 : 208010621X
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (81 download)
Download or read book Collectible Wristwatches written by Rene Pannier and published by Rizzoli Publications. This book was released on 2001-11-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With over 500 colour illustrations showing wristwatches from the earliest days of watchmaking to the latest developments in precision engineering, this is a pocket guide to the world of collectible wristwatches and timepieces.
Author : Uwe Heinz Sültz
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN 13 : 3756810127
Total Pages : 162 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (568 download)
Download or read book 50 Jahre/Years LCD Armbanduhren/Wristwatches written by Uwe Heinz Sültz and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-01-11 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vor 50 Jahren 1972, kamen die ersten LCD-Armbanduhren auf den Markt. LED-Armbanduhren wurden kurz zuvor vorgestellt. Beide Systeme wurden etwa zur gleichen Zeit entwickelt. LED-Uhren hatten den Vorteil, dass sie bei Dunkelheit mit einem Knopfdruck die Zeit gut anzeigten. Ihr Nachteil war der hohe Stromverbrauch. LCD-Uhren benötigen eine Hintergrundbeleuchtung. Heute werden immer noch LCD-Module hergestellt. Die Haltbarkeit der Batterie kann mehrere Jahre sein. Auch die robuste Technik sprach dafür, dass LCD-Module mit tollen Features kombiniert werden konnten. Bei den LED-Uhren gab es davon wenige, etwa eine Rechneruhr. Ob allerdings LED- oder LCD-Uhren, die anfängliche Technik benötigte viel Handarbeit. Die Uhrenmodule wurden noch von Hand gelötet. Erst als die LCD-Module handlicher wurden, konnten Features und das Uhrenmodul in einem Gehäuse eingebaut werden. Zu erwähnen sind: Feuerzeug, Kompass, TV, Radio, Funk, Fernsteuerung, Spielzeug, usw. Genau darauf geht das erste Kapitel dieses Buches ein. Es wird eine bunte Auswahl solcher Armbanduhren gezeigt. Im zweiten Kapitel geht es um die Geschichte der LCD-Uhren... wer hat sie erfunden und entwickelt? Wer hat zuerst eine LCD-Uhr auf den Markt gebracht? Wie funktioniert ein LCD-Display? Dieses Buch ist ein einzigartiges Exposé für LCD-Uhren. This book is a unique exposé for LCD watches. Watches with additional functions are shown (lighter, TV, radio, radio, navigation, agent, translator, weather, vibration...). The history of LCD watches is also discussed. Also on the technology. Who was the first... GRUEN or Cox or ? Definitely AMI and ILIXCO...
Author : Osvaldo Patrizzi
Publisher : Guido Mondani Editore e Ass
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 15 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)
Download or read book Collecting Nautilius and Modern Patek Philippe Wristwatches written by Osvaldo Patrizzi and published by Guido Mondani Editore e Ass. This book was released on 2015-01-01 with total page 15 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These 3 volumes represent an essential guide to know, collect and invest safely in Patek Philippe. They include more than 2000 Patek Philippe wristwatches, everyone photographed in natural colors and more than 500 full page images. The first two volumes show the wristwatches from their creation to 2003 and the third one is divided into two parts: one is about all the creations from 2004 to 2010 and the other one, larger and prevalent, is entirely dedicated to the Nautilus. The books come together with the updated price list of all published watches. Are you a watch collector and want to know everything about modern and vintage Patek Philippe watches? Have you recently approached the world of these watches and are looking for assured answers to your doubts? Are you a watch dealer and want to know exactly what you are buying or selling? Do you want to know the real value of your Patek Philippe wristwatches? For all this and much much more, these books are perfect for you! TOPICS All typologies of models are published in this edition: AquanautCalatravaAnnualcalendarPerpetual calendarChronograph with perpetual calendar split-secondsCelestialClassic and “form” watchesChronographChronograph and Perpetual calendarSplit-seconds chronographEllipseMoon phasesTimezoneGondoloNautilusOfficerWorld TimeArt watchesComplicated watchesRepeating watchesRepeating watches with tourbillonPower reserve and world timeSky moonEnamelMilitary watchesTourbillon These books also provide the updated estimates of every Patek Philippe ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS I would like first to thank all of you, collectors and professionals, whose passion and energy keep alive the art of horology. That art no doubt deserves a much greater homage than this humblebook, which is nevertheless wholeheartedly dedicated to you. Horology is both art and technology. It has to do with conceiving ideas and bringing them tolife. For centuries, horology has been an expression of the cultural wealth of certain Societies. Today, computers and new technology make information ever more accessible, while at the same time making the finely-honed skills of superb artisans appear even more precious by contrast. Special thanks go to Mr. Philippe Stern, CEO of Patek Philippe. Special thanks go also to Franca and Guido Mondani. Their passion and dedication have brought forth many excellent andauthoritative books that have enriched collectors of fine horology throughout the world. OSVALDO PATRIZZI
Author : Juri Levenberg
Publisher : Schiffer Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780887408731
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (87 download)
Download or read book Russian Wristwatches written by Juri Levenberg and published by Schiffer Publishing. This book was released on 1995 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Photographs of over 500 watches manufactured in Russia and the USSR during the second half of the 20th century, with explanations of their styles, workings, and manufacturers. Poljot, Wostok, and Slava wristwatches are covered, along with a sampling of pocket watches, deck watches, and marine chronometers. Watch faces commemorate all the great moments of Russian and Soviet history.
Author : Paolo De Vecchi
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9788854408111
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (81 download)
Download or read book Wrist Watches written by Paolo De Vecchi and published by . This book was released on 2014-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Wristwatches' narrates the birth and development of the time machines by focusing on timepieces which are worn on the arm. The introduction illustrates the place the watch plays in everyday life, with particular reference to its social impact on modern Western civilisation. The history of the wristwatch is a journey that, thanks to industrialisation has allowed the measurement of time to progress from bell towers and belfries to inside the homes and finally to the person. The remainder of the book illustrates the major watch brands, focusing on their manufacturing ability and aesthetic pursuits. Each collector values the progressive industry dynamics, the attention to detail and those particular qualities that enhance the rarity of the products. A story told through the company dynamics of 55 well-known brands, most of which are still active today, confirming the vitality of the industry. The wonderful watches illustrated in the volume prove the continuous technological and design advances developed by the pioneering epoch of the early 1900s which came to maturity in the '50s and '60s. The next innovation was quartz in the '70s and '80s, and then came the revival of passion for mechanical operations after the year 2000. High-complexity models, of essential style or as a result of technological and/or design experimentation are Calatrava by Patek Philippe, Royal Oak by Audemars Piguet, Santos and Tank by Cartier, Submarines by Rolex - just to name a few. Also mentioned is the colourful Swatch, a watch in which plastic and the most innovative materials are matched with the preciousness of gold and diamonds. The glossary and the bibliography in the last pages allow, in the end, to make this long journey into the world of timekeeping devices equipped with the fundamental notions of watches.
Author : Mara Cappelletti
Publisher : Acc Art Books
ISBN 13 : 9781788841245
Total Pages : 336 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (412 download)
Download or read book Investing in Wristwatches written by Mara Cappelletti and published by Acc Art Books. This book was released on 2021-08 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: - An important new reference for all Rolex lovers and collectors - Written by experts Osvaldo Patrizzi and Mara Cappelletti and introduced by the Chairman of Sotheby's International Watch Division, Daryn F. Schnipper - 385 key models, with analysis of details and prices realized at auction - Contains a history of luxury wristwatch auctions and relevant information for collectors looking to invest - The first part of a series, with Investing in Wristwatches: Patek Philippe to follow Why do we collect? For some, it is a pursuit of pure passion - those who appreciate the wristwatch as an artform: the intricacy of its mechanics, the finesse of its form. Yet for others, collecting is an investment, and a watch's value is of as much importance as its appearance. All collectors ought to have a guide to models and market value. Investing in Wristwatches: Rolex offers detailed insights into the world of authenticating and pricing high-value wristwatches, which will be of use to collectors from amateur to connoisseur. This publication includes the vast majority of key Rolex models, along with their relevant auction results. The timepieces featured have been carefully selected by Senior Horological Expert, Osvaldo Patrizzi. These wristwatches excel for a diverse range of reasons, including technical excellence, auction records, design and anecdotal history. A description of each watch is accompanied by its picture, reference and sales values (rights included). A comparative analysis of auction results, compiled through close collaboration with the Sotheby's auction house, shows, by brand and timepiece, the evolution of prices over time, leading from the Eighties up to the present day. A system to calculate the currency exchange rate at the time of auction sales will also be included in this vital work of reference.
Author : Heinz Hampel
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780764303791
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (37 download)
Download or read book Automatic Wristwatches from Germany, England, France, Japan, Russia and the USA written by Heinz Hampel and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While often associated with Switzerland, manufacturers in many other nations have produced wonderful automatic wristwatches. Richly illustrated with over 400 photos the work of German, English, French, Japanese, Russian and the US watchmakers is explored. A total of 123 watches are illustrated in three different views and are described in detail. A price guide is provided for collectors.
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Publisher : Assouline Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1614288658
Total Pages : 6 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (142 download)
Download or read book Watches: A Guide by Hodinkee written by and published by Assouline Publishing. This book was released on 2019-12-01 with total page 6 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over a short ten-year time-span, Hodinkee has positioned itself as the preeminent and most distinguished destination for modern and vintage wristwatch enthusiasts. Exiting a career in finance, Ben Clymer decided to fuse his horological and writing passions in order to start a blog discussing everything from new products to vintage wristwatch auctions. Titling his endeavor after the Czech word hodinky, which means ‘little watch,’ Clymer sought to create a platform that was casual and accessible to all levels of enthusiasts—within a few years The New York Times dubbed him the “High Priest of Horology.”
Author : Stefan Muser
Publisher : Schiffer Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780764349577
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (495 download)
Download or read book Legendary Wristwatches written by Stefan Muser and published by Schiffer Publishing. This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This introductory guide and valuation of the world's most legendary wristwatches includes more than 200 photographs that trace the trends of man's favorite toy - and his only socially acceptable piece of jewelry - for more than 100 years. The finely detailed photos reveal the beautiful and fascinating fashions in wristwatch style from 1879 to the modern era. From the prolific collection of renowned auctioneer and wristwatch expert Stefan Muser, the most legendary models from every era are described and pictured. Brands include Omega, Patek Philippe, Longines, Cartier, Rolex, Vacheron & Constantin, Ulysse Nardin, Orlys, Vulcain, IWC, and Movado. Values range from interesting and trouble-free entry-level wristwatches to exceptionally rare pieces for ambitious collectors.
Author : Anon
Publisher : National Geographic Books
ISBN 13 : 0789211432
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (892 download)
Download or read book Classic Wristwatches 2014-2015 written by Anon and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2014-04-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A price guide to vintage mechanical watches from more than forty historically significant brands. Illustrated in full color. Now in its third edition, Classic Wristwatches is an attractive and easy-to-use resource for information on vintage watches, that is, watches no longer in current production. For each of the more than 900* timepieces listed, the authors provide a color photograph; a description of the movement, case, and special features or historical significance; and an estimated value, based on recent auction results. They also forecast whether the value will increase, decrease, or remain the same. The watches are arranged alphabetically by manufacturer; the featured brands include mainstays like Rolex and Patek Philippe, as well as rarities like Record and Enicar. *misprinted on cover as more than 1,300
Author : René Rondeau
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780962221934
Total Pages : 182 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (219 download)
Download or read book Hamilton Wristwatches written by René Rondeau and published by . This book was released on 1999-04 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Fritz von Osterhausen
Publisher : Schiffer Book for Collectors
ISBN 13 : 9780764303753
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (37 download)
Download or read book Wristwatch Chronometers written by Fritz von Osterhausen and published by Schiffer Book for Collectors. This book was released on 1997-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A richly illustrated, detailed account of wristwatch chronometers and the rigorous testing they must undergo to become certified. Over 400 photos document this crowning achievement of the watchmakers art while information about testing methods, procedures, and guidelines make it clear how great a challenge it has been. A compilation of participating makers based on Swiss Testing Agencies' yearly reports from 1925 and the Swiss Observatories' reports is included as is a guide to current values.
