Book Description The definitive book for the collector of mechanical wristwatches with complete information on over 1,700 models, including prices, made by more than 100 international brands. From the Publisher 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 2008, 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, and available variations of a particular model. The elegant photography and layout will encourage readers to pursue 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. AUTHOR: Peter Braun is editor-in-chief of Germany's renowned wristwatch magazine, Armbanduren. << 1,700 colour illustrations
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Abbeville Press INC International Concepts.,U.S.
ISBN-13
9780789209313
eBay Product ID (ePID)
88885235
Product Key Features
Author
Peter Braun
Publication Name
Wristwatch Annual 2008: the Catalog of Producers, Prices, Models, and Specifications I