Classic Wristwatches 2014-2015

Author: Anon
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0789211432
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
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

Wristwatch Annual 2014: The Catalog of Producers, Prices, Models, and Specifications

Author: Peter Braun
Publisher: WW Norton
ISBN: 0789260417
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 2096

Book Description
The definitive guide for the collector of mechanical wristwatches, with complete information—including prices—on over 1,400 models made by more than 130 international brands The sixteenth edition of this watch-industry mainstay features more than 1,400 of the world’s most luxurious wristwatches, providing a color photograph and complete specifications for each one. With Wristwatch Annual, collectors have a wealth of information close at hand: the book is arranged alphabetically by producer, and within each producer’s section are complete details for each watch, including price, materials, movement, special features, complications, case, dial, band, and 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 as technical features. The range of styles, from classic to modern, reflects the inclusive nature of this book, which watch collectors around the world will find both a handy reference and required reading.

Wristwatch Annual 2015

Author: Peter Braun
Publisher: WW Norton
ISBN: 0789260557
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 384

Book Description
The must-have guide for the collector of mechanical wristwatches. Complete information?including prices?on over 1,400 models made by more than 130 international brands. This seventeenth edition of industry bible Wristwatch Annual is the must-have guide for the collector of mechanical wristwatches. A classic for aficionados of fine watchmaking, the book provides complete information?including prices?on over 1,400 models made by more than 130 international brands. Each watch is accompanied by a color illustration, complete specifications, including price, movement, complications, case, band, and available variations. Featured in this year’s edition is the latest news from independent watchmakers; expert advice on crowns; what’s happening on the business side of the industry; the problem of counterfeiting; and profiles of watchmaking’s mavericks. At the end of this e-book edition, a price list for all the watches is included?a handy feature for looking up a model in a particular range or comparing manufacturers’ prices.

Cult Watches

Author: Michael Balfour
Publisher: Merrell
ISBN: 9781858944852
Category : Wrist watches
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Now available in paperback for the first time, Cult Watches is a lavishly illustrated account of the world's most popular classic timepieces.

Classic Wristwatches 2010/2011

Author: Stefan Muser
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780789210098
Category : Wrist watches
Languages : en
Pages : 232

Book Description

Armbanduhren

Author: Gisbert L. Brunner
Publisher: Konemann
ISBN: 9783829006606
Category : Chaîné, Jacques
Languages : kk
Pages : 0

Book Description

The Classic Watch

Author: Michael Balfour
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781850761198
Category : Clock and watch makers
Languages : en
Pages : 192

Book Description

Classic Wristwatches 2011-2012

Author: Stefan Muser
Publisher: Classic Wristwatches: A Catalo
ISBN: 9780789210401
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Updated and revised every two years,Classic Wristwatchesis the ultimate resource for information on vintage watches, that is, watches no longer in current production. This easy-to-use guide fully describes and illustrates each of the 1300 timepieces it features, and also provides an estimated price carefully calculated by experts in the field. With today's record prices at auction, this book supplies all the information that a collector needs to know about a vintage watch and its approximate current value, such as details on the movement, case, and special characteristics of the piece. A symbol also denotes whether the authors believe the value of the watch will increase, decrease, or remain the same. In addition to collectible vintage watches, the coverage in Classic Wristwatches includes important historical models by Rolex and Patek Philippe and such rare brands as Record and Enicar.

100 Years of Vintage Watches

Author: Dean Judy
Publisher: Echo Point Books & Media
ISBN: 9781626541191
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 258

Book Description
100 Years of Vintage Watches features wristwatches and pocket watches produced from 1870 to 1970. Each listing features a detailed description and accurate pricing information; before-and-after pictures illustrate restoration stages, and photos of near-mint versus the average watch aid in identifying and valuing collections.

Classic Wristwatches 2008/2009

Author: Stefan Muser
Publisher: Abbeville Press
ISBN: 9780789209351
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
An invaluable resource on vintage watches,Classic Wristwatches 2008-2009 contains detailed information on some fifty of the most historically interesting brands sought after by collectors. Updated every two years,Classic Wristwatches deals solely with vintage watches, that is, watches no longer in current production. This easy-to-use guide fully describes and illustrates each timepiece featured, as well as providing an estimated price carefully calculated by experts in the field. Including record prices at auction, this book supplies all the information that a collector needs to know about a vintage watch and its approximate current value, such as details on the movement, case, and special characteristics of the piece.A symbol also denotes whether the authors believe the value of the watch will increase, decrease, or remain the same. In addition to collectible vintage watches, the coverage in Classic Wristwatches includes important historical models by Rolex and Patek Philippe and such rare brands as Record and Enicar. Featured Manufacturers: Angelus, Audemars Piguet, Baume & Mercier, Breitling, Cartier, Certina, Chronoswiss, Cyma, Doxa, Eberhard & Co., Enicar, Eterna, Excelsior Park, Fortis, Gigandet, Girard-Perregaux, Glashütte, Hamilton, Hanhart, Heuer, IWC, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Junghans, A. Lange & Söhne, LeCoultre, Lémania, Leonidas, Longines, Mido, Movado, Ulysse Nardin, Nivada, Officine Panerai, Patek Philippe, Piaget, Pierce, Record, Rolex, Tissot, Tudor, Universal Gené, Vacheron Constantin, Vulcain, Wakmann, Zenith