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The ultimate standard work on the Rolex brand is going into a new
edition. The Watch Book Rolex has long been undisputedly one of the
best coffee-table books when it comes to the luxury watch brand. In
this superlative coffee-table book, Gisbert L. Brunner, known among
experts as the "watch pope", illuminates the history of the
chronometric legend Rolex. In his usual artistic style, he explains
what makes this brand unique and to what extent it has contributed
to the technical development of the wristwatch. From the first
officially certified wristwatch, to the waterproof "Oyster" case,
to the technically sophisticated models of modern times, Gisbert
covers everything the reader needs to know about the Rolex brand in
impressive pictures and highly informative yet entertaining texts.
In the third revised edition, the successful author has now also
included the latest models of the legendary Submariner and Daytona
series, the brand's traditional lines, which are already
celebrating their 70th and 60th anniversaries. But in this edition,
Gisbert also addresses the particular challenges facing the
watchmaking trade in the advancing 21st century. The business is
confronted with the increasing shortage of skilled workers. The
author highlights the innovative projects and programmes with which
the luxury brand is countering this trend in order to be able to
maintain its own standards of guarantee and service in the
future. Text in English, French and German.
In this new volume of the Watch Book series, successful author
Gisbert L. Brunner focuses on Swiss watch history and the watch
industry, and in particular on the house of Oris, because what
could be a more fitting connection than that of the leading expert
when it comes to mechanical timepieces with the watch manufactory
that is one of the few to produce exclusively mechanical watches.
Founded in 1904, the company stands out in many ways in the luxury
world of horology, it is run independently and not by a large
corporation, it is valued as a down-to-earth brand and - in an
industry that is not necessarily known for this - it focuses on
sustainability, true to the motto: "Things have to make sense". Of
course, technology should not be missing from this volume; after
all, Oris has developed 280 different calibres in its company
history and manufactured them in its own factories. Companions have
their say and the best watch models of the company's almost
120-year history are presented in this usual high-quality volume.
For all chrono fans, collectors and watch enthusiasts, there is now
the brilliant and completely revised new edition The Watch Book.
The comprehensive coffee-table book replaces the earlier The Watch
Book Compendium and combines The Watch Book I and II. As
usual, the successful author Gisbert L. Brunner shines with his
extensive expertise and brings his readers closer to the history of
the wristwatch with more than 1,000 high-resolution photographs.
With over 40 pieces, hardly any other illustrated book gathers more
premium watch brands under one roof. The predecessors of The Watch
Book have long been regarded as standard works by experts - because
no other photo book depicts more of the noble timepieces. The
author does not only show the luxury timepieces in a frontal and
side view, as many catalogues have to offer. The reader often gets
a direct view of the sophisticated mechanics of these small
masterpieces of extraordinary craftsmanship. There is no more
beautiful and artistic way to present accomplished
technology. Gisbert invites his interested reader on a
journey through time in the world of clocks. Beginning with the
earliest beginnings of the art of watchmaking, we accompany him
piece by piece into the modern age. Because even today, premium
watches are a sign of style, taste and status symbol. Text in
English, German and French.
Volume II of The Watch Book follows on the successful and
comprehensive earlier volume with a magnificently illustrated book
about the additional functions and refinements of wristwatches. For
centuries, so-called "complications" - any feature of a mechanical
timepiece beyond the display of hours, minutes and seconds - have
embodied the crowning glory of fine mechanical watchmaking. Among
the earliest of these are alarm clocks and calendar movements. Moon
phase displays have also been known for several centuries. Striking
movements can be considered among the most complex and technically
elaborate additional functions, while finishing techniques such as
skeletonising, which is mainly done by hand, also characterise the
high art of watchmaking. This superbly illustrated volume by watch
expert and historian Gisbert L. Brunner is dedicated to advanced
functions of mechanical timepieces, their historical development
and special technical features. Topics covered in this book
include: Hands and numerals; Spring; Astronomical display (moon
phases etc.); Tides; Double balance; Alarm clock; Altitude/depth
measurement; Skeletonisation. Text in English and German.
From stopwatches and alarms, to world clocks and calendar
functions, to tourbillons that counter the effects of gravity,
these so-called complications have been the crowning glory of fine
watchmaking for centuries. The Watch Book - More than Time is an
illustrated compendium of watchmaking that explores these most
intricate elements of the horologist's craft through timing,
astronomy, and striking. This volume is a unique and impressive
addition to the book market and a lavish tribute to the mastery of
horology. Text in English and German.
Now in its revised sixth edition, this classic reference book is
designed for the collector, with a historical survey, hundreds of
color and black and white illustrations, a description of how
mechanical wristwatches work, and a thorough glossary. Updated
price ranges for various wristwatches are included, along with a
chapter on fakes, knock-offs, and hybrids; even a chapter on the
popular Swatch watches is included. Information on the
preservation, care, and repair of wristwatches rounds out the
volume, making it the most complete reference for novice and
experienced collectors alike.
An overview of Swiss wristwatch designs in the 20th century with
nearly 650 photo illustrations. The many forms and styles of
casings, dials, and hands are covered, along with manufacturers'
literature, advertising, and catalogs. The firms of Omega,
Longines, Tavannes-Cyma, Breitling, Doxa, Universal, Movado, and
Zenith are represented, and a price guide makes it a valuable
reference for collectors of wristwatches.
Now in its revised fifth edition, this book is designed for the
collector, with an historical survey, a description of how
mechanical wristwatches work, and a glossary. Updated price ranges
for various wristwatches are included, along with a chapter on
fakes, knock-offs, and hybrids. Even a chapter on the popular
Swatch watches is included. Information on the preservation, care,
and repair of watches rounds out the volume, making it an excellent
reference for novice and experienced collectors alike.
Now in its revised sixth edition, this classic reference book is
designed for the collector, with a historical survey, hundreds of
color and black and white illustrations, a description of how
mechanical wristwatches work, and a thorough glossary. Updated
price ranges for various wristwatches are included, along with a
chapter on fakes, knock-offs, and hybrids; even a chapter on the
popular Swatch watches is included. Information on the
preservation, care, and repair of wristwatches rounds out the
volume, making it the most complete reference for novice and
experienced collectors alike.
The mechanical wristwatch is a cherished treasure. This newly
revised book is designed for the collector, with a historical
survey, a description of how mechanical wristwatches work, and a
glossary. Updated prices for various watches are included, along
with a chapter on fakes, knock-offs, and hybrids. Information on
the preservation, care, and repair of the watch rounds out the
volume, making it an excellent reference for novice and experienced
collectors alike.
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