The Watch Book Compendium
Product ID: 139261404
"For aficionados of timepieces, collectors, and devoted watch connoisseurs, behold the revamped gem: The Watch Book, a stellar edition eclipsing its predecessors." ― Indulge Magazine The Watch Book I and II in one volume: Expansive knowledge from renowned watch expert and historian Gisbert L. Brunner alongside almost 1,000 high-quality colour photographs brings together the latest innovations and most important names in top-end timekeeping under one roof. Few objects combine function, elegance, and status as well as a wristwatch. A blend of precise mechanics, craftsmanship, fine materials, and innovation distinguishes the truly superlative examples. With so-called smart watches playing a larger role, the world of watches is in transition. However, classic timepieces with mechanical movement will not disappear from people's wrists, because the ticking of a mechanical watch has been and will continue to be the heartbeat of human culture. After their individual success, the bestsellers The Watch Book I and The Watch Book II are finally available together in one comprehensive volume. Readers can feast their eyes and minds on a magnificently-illustrated and well-documented chronicle of the world's best timepieces. Portraits of more than 40 watch brands, from premium manufacturers Patek Philippe, Rolex, and Cartier to watches from the "affordable luxury" segment, right up to timepieces from the chronometric creme de la creme. We explore their unique features and quirks and learn about the remarkable breakthroughs and exclusive technical developments that have contributed to the history of the watch. This volume also includes a helpful glossary of important terms, making it an absolute must for both timepiece experts and collectors and those new to the world of watch artistry. Text in English, German and French. Review: Livro top - Excelente conteúdo e fica muito bonito como decoração no escritório. Quem gosta de relógio vai adorar Review: Danke - Danke, Gisbert Brunner, für diesen tollen und umfassenden Einblick in die Welt der Uhren mit den exzellenten Aufnahmen. Auch noch vielen Dank, dass Du mir 1980 für die Faszination der Uhren geöffnet hast - wenn Du Dich erinnerst. Dein Kollege Richard, Steinhöring
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,034,813 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1,911 in Antiques & Collectables (Books) #4,228 in Photography Books #5,947 in Design & Fashion (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 193 Reviews |
L**O
Livro top
Excelente conteúdo e fica muito bonito como decoração no escritório. Quem gosta de relógio vai adorar
R**D
Danke
Danke, Gisbert Brunner, für diesen tollen und umfassenden Einblick in die Welt der Uhren mit den exzellenten Aufnahmen. Auch noch vielen Dank, dass Du mir 1980 für die Faszination der Uhren geöffnet hast - wenn Du Dich erinnerst. Dein Kollege Richard, Steinhöring
P**O
Great Book
good paper, good binding, fantastic photographs, discreet graphics, succinct but effective texts
C**.
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First impression is this is going to a very detailed compendium of watch making - the book is an impressive 5cm thick. However the text is repeated in French & German. Whilst it covers the main interesting brands (some in more detail than others), the information was limited. The book is well illustrated and really focuses on the history of the brands. In summary, it’s a good & interesting coffee table book or one to add to a book collection. It’s not a stand alone book on either watches or watch making.
L**S
It arrived well before Christmas and my husband loved it!
My husband loved his New Book (he’s a watch nut)!
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