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100 Years of Vintage Watches. Dean Judy.
Different examples of collectible and interesting watches emerge in this carefully selected publication.
The author with his 25 years experience brings together more than 800 colour photographs with guide values in USD$
plus descriptive text and additional trade comment.
Over 50 brands are covered with a good measure of American examples.
256 pages, soft cover.
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FABER/UNGER
If it’s American, it’s in here – over 600 colour shots of watches now very collectable and innovative in design.
Values at rear.
Detailed text.280 Pages.
Hardback.
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HEINZ HAMPEL
No stone left unturned in this historical overview of the Swiss automatic watch.
The number of variations developed and the quality of photography is impressively delivered in this large book.
With price guide.
350 Pages.
Hardback.
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Breitling’s links with aviation and it’s persistent drive for excellence have earned them their place in history.
This factual portrait of the company and it’s production is captivating.
With Price Guide/Values.
176 Pages
Profusely illustrated.
Hardback
Edition 3
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GERD-R. LANG & REINHARD MEIS
Truly a tome for aficionados of complex watches.
Few other books can bring together so much fabulous photography and technical
line drawings to highlight the ingenuity and mechanical genius of watchmakers from this area of horology.
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DONALD DE CARLE
Dealing with mechanical watches from plain automatics to triple calendars,
chronographs and complicated repeaters, dismantling, reassembly,
oiling and repairs fully covered.
Illustrated.
174 Pages.
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MICK WATTERS
General overview of basic servicing procedures for varied mechanical pieces.
Plus a section devoted to quartz horology.
160 Pages.
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Z.M. WESOLOWSKI
An excellent source of reference for collectors and dealers in this ever popular area of horology.
Descriptions of over 150 models are shown with details on their issue to the militaries in Britain, USA, Germany, France, Russia, Italy, Holland, Czechoslovakia and Japan.
The purpose and application of such pieces makes fascinating reading.
Includes price/value guide and a section on aircraft clocks.
192 pages, profusely illustrated.
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ANTON KREUZER
A book conveying the outstanding achievements of Omega through photography and descriptive text.
Concentrating on the ‘classic’ mechanical era – readers will not be disappointed with the detailed contents.
With price guide/values.
224 Pages.
Hardback.
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In this virtual catalogue of Rolex wristwatches, collectors and buyers will find 3,621
wristwatches in over 14 different model lines: Oyster, Bubbleback, including
Chronograph, Submariner, Explorer, and more.
Each watch is shown in full colour, with the most important technical details as well
as reference numbers, and year of manufacture provided.
This variety of information is of inestimable worth for the wristwatch collector and buyer.
In one place, for example, they can see the typical Oyster from the 1940s and nearly all
the case and dial variations that were available.
The same applies to all the lines made by Rolex. In short, for everyone who collects Rolex
or only wants to acquire a beautiful vintage wristwatch with the “crown,” this
book an absolute must.
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Revised & Expanded 3rd edition "With Values".
Over 30 newly discovered wristwatches are included in this volume, along with new information and a revised value guide.
In addition there are detailed looks at some of Rolex's legendary movements.
Dowling and Hess, both acknowledged Rolex authourities, have captured the watches' beauty in colour photography
and present the most thorough and extensive history written of the company.
The watches and the extensive information this book offers to collectors make it a truly useful volume, one that will be cherished by watch lovers around the world.
Big Book-Lavishly illustrated in colour throughout the 400 pages.
Forms an immense source of reference for anyone concerned with the brand, 400 pages, hardback.
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LAURIE PENMAN
Early promotional formats from the famous watch houses with their top trend setting designs and technically complicated models.
A book for collectors/historians.
255 Pages.
Hardback.
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Finally, alarm wristwatches are recognised for their mechanical ingenuity and
the beauty of their design.
This new book traces the development of mechanical wristwatches with an acoustic alarm
function, one of the first wristwatch complications, and gives detailed information for collectors.
Hundreds of watches are examined in 535 colour images.
In addition to the external design of the watch, special attention is paid to the movements and
how their creators solved the multitude of challenges that confronted them.
Michael Philip Horlbeck, a scholar and collector of alarm wristwatches, has written the
standard work, a complete history of the alarm wristwatch.
Nearly every model ever produced is chronicled, in words and pictures.
The international array of companies include Eterna, Omega, Bruguet, Bulova, Citizen,
Corum, Cyma, Jaeger-Le Coultre, Lemania, Pierce, Poljot, Ronda, Seiko,
Venus, Vulcain, and Wittnauer, and many more.
The technical data for each watch is recorded. This is required reading for all wristwatch
fans and all who may become such.
Whether you are interested in the design or the mechanics of these watches, you will
not be disappointed.
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GEORGE DANIELS
All who are involved with horology will know the respected name of Breguet.
This book is a masterpiece in itself portraying the magnitude of the mans ability.
394 Pages.
Hardback.
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B. HUMBERT
Humbert produced here a work of unparalleled technical clarity.
All levels of complexity are addressed.
Thoroughly Recommended.
157 Pages.
Hardback.
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The Illinois Watch Company has long had an honored place in the annals of horological history.
From their founding in 1869, through their commitment to timekeeping excellence in
the early 20th century, to their development of many wonderful Art Deco/Moderne-inspired wristwatches in the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s, Illinois
was a leader in its field.
Today their watches are highly sought after by collectors, both for their engineering and beauty.
Here is the history of the company covered in great detail and with solid research.
Included are historical documents, vintage photographs of the people and
manufacturing processes at the Illinois Factory, old advetisements, and a
compendium of their wristwatch production from their beginning until their sale
to Hamilton Watch Company.
But the best part for the collector and historian alike is a visual record of nearly every
wristwatch design ever created by Illinois Watch Company, and their variations,
in beautiful full color photographs.
Each is accompanied by complete information about the watch and its production.
In addition, scattered through the book are historical references that place
the Company's evolution in the context of the general history of the period, and
notes about the collectors of these fine timepieces and the adventures they have
had in pursuit of them.
Taken together this is an exciting and informative new volume for those who appreciate
and cherish old timepieces.
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Rolex was there when Hillary and Tenzing conquered the summit of Mt. Everest, and they accompanied Jacques Piccard on his journey to the deepest ocean floor in the world, the Challenger Deep of the Marianas Trench. Chuch Yeager strapped one to his wrist when he first broke the sound barrier in 1947, as did Sean Connery when he portrayed James Bond in the spy films of the 1960s.
They've gone higher, deeper and faster than any other watch in the world, but it appears they're now facing their most difficult challenge yet...counterfeit watches. With the ever-growing popularity of online auctions like eBay and Yahoo, unscrupulous sellers are passing off counterfeits as the real thing and doing so with alarming success.
We're not talking about the cheap fakes from the 70s and 80s, with second hands that "tick", or dials featuring misspelled words. No, these are incredibly sophisticated replicas with sweep movements, laser-printed dials and (in many cases) counterfeit boxes with warranty papers. What once was a business operated from the street corners of Taiwan, has turned into a multi-billion dollar industry.
With this book, the author provides a chronological history of the Rolex Watch Company, as well as key topics to consider when dating and identifying authentic and counterfeit Rolex watches.
• "The Rolex Report is a MUST HAVE information if you're buying a Rolex on eBay or elsewhere" - S.Rawlings, Omaha, Nebraska
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• "Excellent.. I highly recommend this book for everyone from the rookie to the old pro!" - L. Larson, Atlanta, Georgia
• "The Rolex Report makes buying a Rolex safe and fun." - M.T., Dallas, Texas
• "Great resource... I can't believe I contemplated buying a Rolex without it." - F. Cooper, Miami, Florida
• "Great!! A must for all Rolex owners, or those who are planning to buy one." - D.D., Las Vegas, Nevada
• "Very informative book. You need to read this info, it's right on target!" - J.K. Denver, Colorado
• "I own a number of Pawn Shops and consider this "required reading" for all of my employees." - P.N., Los Angeles, California
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• By The Technical College of the Vallee de Joux
• Edited by The Swiss Federation of Technical Colleges
• In collaboration with The Watchmakers of Switzerland Training &
Educational Program, Neuchatel - WOSTEP
Not only is this book very thorough, it includes the lastest elements of
watchmaking in a very clear form and will quickly become the "bible" for
schools, training centres and even watch specialists.
368 pages - Hardback
ISBN 2-940025-12-6
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DAVID CHRISTIANSON
This is a lavishly illustrated and colourful tribute to the evolution of accurate time keeping.
Superb photographs support the clear and concise text throughout.
176 pages.
Profusely illustrated.
Hardback.
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Indispensable to dealers & collectors.
History and full colour shots of over 140 specific models adorn the 264 pages together with a host of images from the era and company’s production.
264 Pages.
Hardback.
Martin Skeet / Nick Ural
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DONALD DE CARLE
Literally an illustrated dictionary of horological language, terms and definitions of everything mechanical plus tools.
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W.J. GAZELY
Featuring 300 clear drawings, this authoritative book by the respected author reveals his lifetimes experience repairing and caring for mechanical horology.
432 pages.
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Wristwatch Annuals: The Catalogue of Producers, Prices, Models & Specifications
Each year brings hundreds of new wristwatch designs, with aesthetic and
mechanical changes and improvements, limited edition watches, and new
producers, keeping this field exciting for collectors.
This editions of what has become a watch industry classic features
over 1,400 of the world's most luxurious wristwatches and provides color
photographs and complete specifications for each watch.
With Wristwatch Annuals, collectors have a wealth of information close at hand,
the book is arranged alphabetically by producer, and within each producer's section
are specifications and materials for each watch, including price, movement, special
features, complications, case, dial, band & available variations of a particular model.
A glossary and pronunciation guide help acclimate the reader to the world of
fine timepieces and for prospective buyers, the addresses of all featured
producers are listed together.
The elegant photography and layout will encourage people to peruse the year's
offerings for aesthetic appeal as well. The range of styles, from classic to modern,
reflects the inclusive nature of this book, which watch collectors the world over
will find both a handy reference and required reading.
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Now in its revised sixth 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.
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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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