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Chasing Time: Vintage Wristwatches for the Discerning Collector Alistair Gibbons. This collection showcases some of the most in- teresting, luxurious, and functional 20th century (1930–1980) mechanical timepieces ever to be produced, including Heuer’s Autavia, Rolex’s Submariner, Gallet’s Multi Chron, Zenith’s De Luca, and the Universal Space Compax • 9 1/8" x 8 1/8" (231 x 206 mm) • 534 color images • 240 pp. • 978-0-7643-5495-3 • HC • $34.99 / £31.99 / 48.99 CAD ChronographWristwatches: To Stop Time Gerd-R. Lang & Reinhard Meis. Hndreds of photographs illustrate this outstanding look at the history, development, and identification of wrist chronographs—mechanical wristwatches that, in addition to their normal clockwork, have a mechanism that allows them to time short-term events. Both the technological and design achievements are explored and celebrated. A price guide is included for collectors. • 9" x 12" (228 x 304mm) • 675+ photos & illus. • 256 pp. • 978-0-88740-502-0 • HC • $99.99 / £90.99 / 140.00 CAD Comic Character Timepieces: Seven Decades of Memories Hy Brown with Nancy Thomas. Here over 375 color photos, descriptions, and pricing, present advertising, movie promotion, and contemporary com- ic characters on watches manufactured between 1970 and 2000. A price guide completes the work. • 9" x 12" (228 x 304 mm) • 786 photos • 280 pp. • 978-0-88740- 426-9 • HC • $79.95 / £72.99 / 120.00 CAD Comic Character Wristwatches Debra S. Braun. The first Mickey Mouse™wristwatch in 1933 inspired thousands of other comic character watches. Collectors are eager to find them because of their connection with pop culture. Here more than 375 color photos, descriptions, and pricing present advertising, movie promotion, and con- temporary comic characters on watches manufactured between 1970–2000. • 6" x 9" (152 x 228 mm) • 387 color photos • 160 pp. • 978-0-7643-1329-5 • PB • $19.95 / £18.99 / 28.95 CAD Breitling: The History of a Great Brand of Watch- es 1884 to the Present 3E Benno Richter. The whole spectrum of Breitling’s products, from 1884 to the present, amply illustrated with 322 photos. The firm’s history accompanies the photos, old catalogs, and advertising material. Reference numbers document the production history and help the collector locate indi- vidual watches chronologically. An up-to-date price guide is also included. • 8 1/2" x 11" (215 x 279 mm) • 322photos •176pp. •978-0-7643-2670-7•HC•$49.95 / £45.99 / 72.00 CAD Omega Designs: Feast for the Eyes 2E Anton Kreuzer. An illustrated description of all the watch movements manufactured by the Omega Watch Co. since the registration of its trademark in 1894. More than 400 watches are shown in 414 photographs. The company has made precision pocket- and wristwatch- es, including the Constellation, the Seamaster, and the Speedmaster Professional. • 81/2"x11" (215x279mm) •414photos•224pp.•978-0-7643-2995-1•HC•$59.99 / £54.99 / 85.00 CAD Patek Philippe: Cult Object and Investment J. Michael Mehltretter. Through more than 200 color photos, descriptions, and in depth valuation reports, this book is for both watch lovers and investors. It opens up new investment possibilities in the purchase of rare watches by Patek Philippe using an unerringly promis- ing approach! This reference gives readers all the details about vintage watches, from dials to hallmarks, to allow readers to invest with confidence. • 9" x 12" (228 x 304 mm) •230 images •256pp. •978-0-7643-4213-4•HC• $125.00 / £113.99 / 188.00 CAD Rolex: 3,621 Wristwatches Kesaharu Imai. A virtual catalog of Rolex wristwatches, with 3,621 wristwatches in more than 14 different model lines, including Oyster, Bubbleback, Chronograph, Subma- riner, Explorer, and more. Each watch is shown in full color, with the most important technical details, as well as reference numbers and year of manufacture. • 8 1/2" x 11" (215 x 279 mm) • 3,650 color photos • 256 pp. • 978-0-7643-3380-4 • HC • $69.99 / £63.99 / 105.00 CAD The Movado History Fritz von Osterhausen. A lavishly illustrated history of Movado from its roots in the Jura Mountains in 1881 through more than a century of tradition and technological advancement. Over the years, Movado has earned a reputation for pioneering the art of wristwatches, high-precision movements, and watches with complications, as well as water resistant watches, and their accomplishments are celebrated here • 81/2"x11" (215x279mm) •250 photos • 234 pp. • 978-0-7643-0126-1 • HC • $89.95 / £81.99 / 135.00 CAD Marine and Pocket Chronometers Hans von Bertele. The development of the chronometer was an important step in the development of the navigation- al arts. Nearly 350 of these handsome, complicated timepieces are illustrated here with a special emphasis on their movements. The book follows the history of the chronometer, with short biographies of the most important manufacturers and an extensive appendix • 9" x 12" (228 x 304 mm) • 9 color & 269 b/w photos • 216 pp. • 978-0-88740-303-3 • HC • $135.00 / £122.99 / 200.00 CAD Rolex: Special-Edition Wristwatches Peter Braun, Martin HauBermann, Harry Niemann, and Iris Wim- mer-Olbort. For over 60 years, Rolex has been a Swiss industry leader with a range of sporty, elegant three-hand watches, an iconic chronograph, and intriguing compli- cations. This richly illustrated book, led by watch expert Peter Braun, pays homage to Rolex's excellence. From history to intricate insights, it captures the essence of this luxury brand. • 9" x 12" (305 x 230 mm) • 318 color images • 120 pp. • 978-0-7643-6453-2 • HC • $34.99 US / £31.99 / 48.99 CAD The Illinois Watch and Its Hamilton Years: The Finale of a Great American Watch Company Fredric J. Friedberg. This boxed set completes the Illinois Watch story in detail never before revealed, describing the American watch industry. Organized into four distinct parts—an in-depth history, an exhaustive look at major components, completed identification guides, and information and tips on collecting—it is the ideal resource for all watch collectors • 8 1/2" x 11" (215 x 279mm) • 2844 color & b/w images • 1648 pp. • 978-0-7643-5371-0 • Box • $295.00 / £268.99 / 430.00 CAD The Fascination of Time: Marks, Manufacturers, & Complications of Classic Wristwatches Harry Niemann. For the aspiring mechanical watch collector, this casual yet insightful overview is the perfect introduc- tion. Learn everything you need to know about Patek Phillipe, Maurice Lacroix, Blancpain, Tag Heuer, Zenith, A. Lang and Söhne, Jaeger-LeCoultre, and more while avoiding the obscure watchmaking terminology found in other texts. Also receive expert collecting and fashion tips • 6" x 9" (152 x 228mm) • 166 color photos • 232 pp. • 978-0-7643-4685-9 • HC • $34.99 / £31.99 / 48.99 CAD The Illinois Watch: The Life and Times of a Great Watch Company Fredric J. Friedberg. A rich history of the Illinois Watch Company, and a record of nearly every wristwatch design they ever created, and their variations, in beautiful full color photographs. Each is accompanied by complete information about the watch and its production. • 9" x 12" (228 x 304 mm) • 433 color & b/w images • 288 pp. • 978-0-7643-2038-5 • HC • $79.95 / £72.99 / 120.00 CAD Electrifying the Wristwatch Lucien F. Trueb, Gun- ther Ramm, and Peter Wenzig. The electrification of the watch led to massive upheaval in the watch indus- try as mechanical chronometers built by Old World masters developed into electromechanical devices mass produced in Asia. In nearly 600 images and in-depth text, this book retraces the often circuitous paths that led from the electromagnetic pendulum clock to the modern quartz wristwatch. • 9" x 12" (228 x 304mm) • 580 b/w& color images • 320 pp. • 978-0-7643-4304-9 • HC • $99.99 / £90.99 / 140.00 CAD Elgin Trench Watches of the Great War Stan Czubernat. In 440 photos, advertisements, and text, this book reveals the Elgin National Watch Company wristwatches that accompanied US Army troops in World War I. The wristwatches covered include: Star Dial Series, Giant Size 6s, RED 12 Dials, BOLD Arabic Dials, and Shadow Box Dials. Also explored are dial date stamps, recent restorations, crystal guards, and watch movements. • 81/2" x 11" (215 x 279mm) •440 photos • 176 pp. • 978-0-7643-4711-5 • HC • $69.99 / £63.99 / 105.00 CAD Horology: An Illustrated Primer on the Histo- ry, Philosophy, and Science of Time, with an Overview of the Wristwatch and the Watch Industry Barry Kaplan. An in-depth look at horology, the scientific study of time and timekeeping. Brimming with more than 150 detailed and full-color images, illustrations, charts, and drawings, it’s a must-have for anyone interested in the art of watchmaking and watch design. • 8" x 10" (203 x 254 mm) • 120 full color • 320 pp. • 978-0-7643-6392-4 • HC • $34.99 US / £31.99 / 48.99 Iconic Wristwatches: The Most-Successful Watches by Legendary Manufacturers Herbert James.. Explore iconic watch brands and their legend- ary models through expert Herbert James' richly illus- trated work. With over 290 wristwatches, including luxury names like Rolex and Cartier, delve into the expanded edition encompassing IWC, Longines, Tudor, and more. Discover international watch culture in this captivating 272-page handbook. • 8 1/2" x 11" (215 x 279mm) •513 color images •272pp. •978-0-7643-6587- 4 • HC • $39.99 / £36.99 / 56.99 CAD LegendaryWristwatches: FromAudemars Piguet to Zenith Stefan Muser. Introductory guide and valuation of the world’s most legendary wristwatches includes more than 200 finely detailed photographs that trace wristwatch style from 1879 to the modern era. Brands include Omega, Patek Philippe, Longines, Cartier, Rolex, Vacheron & Constantin, Ulysse Nardin, Orlys, Vulcain, IWC, and Movado. • 8 1/2" x 11" (215 x 279 mm) • 234 color & b/w images • 192 pp. • 978-0- 7643-4957-7 • HC • $34.99 / £31.99 / 48.99 CAD Limited Edition Watches: 150 Exclusive Modern Designs Stephen Huyton. Welcome to a celebration of alternatively designed wrist- and pocket watches that honors innovative craftsmanship within the world of modern horology. A wristwatch made entirely of wooden parts, a timepiece designed after a Ferrari engine, and other one-of-a-kind movements are just a few examples of the variety of watches • 9" x 12" (228 x 304 mm) • 300 color images • 312 pp. • 978-0-7643- 5164-8 • HC • $50.00 / £45.99 / 73.00 CAD Live Your Passion: Building a Watch Manufac- ture: Frédérique Constant SA, Alpina, deMo- naco Aletta & Peter Stas, with Gisbert Brunner & Alexander Linz. The passion and vision of the Frédérique Constant company’s founders, presented in intimate interview form. Read about this family-run business and peruse the timepieces that have contributed to its rapid rate of success • 9" x 12" (228 x 304 mm) • 460 photos • 352 pp. • 978-0-7643-4616-3 • HC • $100.00 / £90.99 / 140.00 CAD 100 | WRISTWATCHES