Product Description

Watches offer the collector a combination of ingenious technology and decorative design. This practical guide is a starting-point for the newcomer to the subject. It begins with information on the components and mechanics of a watch, and goes on to explore watch design from rare 16th-century examples to state-of-the-art contemporary timepieces. Arranged chronologically, each section describes mechanical developments and decorative trends, introduces major makers - including Breguet, Patek Philippe and Rolex - and offers collecting information.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #393530 in Books
• Published on: 1999-02-18
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 64 pages

Customer Reviews

Not quite what you thought ......
OK, so this little book didnt cost a lot, but if your a wristwatch enthusiast it really isnt what you are after.
The main content of this book is about pocket watches. The technical description about the history and escapments is interesting, and there are some quite good pictures and descriptions of pocket watches, but only a few pages about wristwatches and no detail at that.
Good for the pocket watch collector only really.