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WRISTWATCHES
Rolex
Special-Edition Wristwatches Peter Braun, Martin HauBermann, Harry Niemann & Iris Wimmer-Olbort
The Rolex fan will have all the facts at hand in a compact format
A look behind the scenes of production: movements, cases, dials, and final assembly
Includes a catalog section with the most-beautiful classic models and an overview of the current collection
With a collection of partly sporty and partly elegant three-hand watches, an iconic chronograph, and some interesting complications, Rolex has been setting the standard for the Swiss watch industry for more than 60 years. This photo-filled and information-packed volume pays fitting tribute to the brand and all that makes Rolex so special: the outstanding features of perfection. A professional team of authors, led by editor in chief and watch expert Peter Braun, have created a comprehensive and exciting portrait of this coveted luxury brand. From the Rolex company history to an examination of its sports watches, tool watches, and complication watches, this book provides deep insights into the production of the largest Swiss watch manufacturer.
Horology
An Illustrated Primer on the History, Philosophy, and Science of Time, with an Overview of the Wristwatch and the Watch Industry Barry Kaplan
A thorough introduction to the world of time and watchmaking, with photographs, charts, and hundreds of fascinating little-known facts
Perfect for all watch lovers: the beginner who wants the fundamentals, the collector looking to deepen their knowledge, and the horologist wanting to know everything about timekeeping
Includes 100+ full-page images of highly collectible timepieces, including Jaeger-LeCoultre, Patek Philippe, Rolex, Cartier, Breitling, and many more
This beautifully illustrated volume presents an in-depth look at horology, the scientific study of time and timekeeping. Brimming with detailed and full-color images, illustrations, charts, and technical drawings, it is a must-have for anyone interested in the art of watchmaking and watch design. But it’s also much more. If you’ve ever wondered how watches work or thought about how time influences our lives, then this book is also for you. It offers a comprehensive overview of watch styles, movements, complications, and parts, as well as the basics of starting and caring for a watch collection. A multifaceted study, it discusses the philosophy and measurement of time, the possibility of time travel, and the smart-watch industry. A behind-the-scenes peek into the watch industry, plus pricing and market data, rounds out the contents. Readers will have a newfound, renewed, or enhanced love of watchmaking, as well as an increased appreciation for the value of time.
Barry Kaplan is a third-generation watch-industry executive with degrees in business and finance. He has been ensconced in the industry for two decades; he also designs and photographs watches as a hobby. Kaplan lives in northern New Jersey.
ISBN 978-0-7643-6392-4
