Wristwatch Annual: The Catalog of Producers, Models, and Specifications 2005 Edition Contributor(s): Braun, Peter (Author) |
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ISBN: 0789208393 ISBN-13: 9780789208392 Publisher: Abbeville Press OUR PRICE: $31.50 Product Type: Paperback Published: December 2004 Annotation: The definitive book for the collector of mechanical wristwatches--with complete information on more than 100 brands internationally--features color photos of more than 1,700 of the world's most luxurious wristwatches. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Antiques & Collectibles | Clocks & Watches - Antiques & Collectibles | Reference - General |
Dewey: 739.307 |
Series: Wristwatch Annual |
Physical Information: 0.69" H x 8.26" W x 12" (2.68 lbs) 400 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Every 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. Following the success of last year's book, this new annual features over 1,700 of the world's most luxurious wristwatches and provides color photographs and complete specifications for each watch. 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 specifications and materials for each watch, including price, movement, special features, complications, casings, dial, band, and available variations of a particular model. The elegant photography and layout will encourage people to peruse the year's offerings watch-by-watch 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. |