A watch follows its owner wherever he or she goes, immediately revealing taste, financial means, and attention to the wheels of time. Once merely functional tools, watches have become true objects of desire. Whether fashion accessories or collectors'pieces, more options are available today than ever before, and the exponential growth of trademarks, collections, and styles is disorienting not only to general buyers but also enthusiasts. In this comprehensive guide to understanding, selecting, and caring for timepieces, horology specialist Fabienne Reybaud updates her indispensable first edition for today's market, offering expert counsel to neophytes and connoisseurs alike.
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Born in 1965. Fabienne Reybaud is a senior daily reporter at Le Figaro in Paris, for which she covers the world of watches and fine jewelry. A specialist in the world of luxury, she previously worked for fifteen years as a freelance journalist for leading French periodicals and specialty magazines.
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