Wristwatches : A Handbook and Price Guide

Brunner, Gisbert L.; Pfeiffer-Belli, Christian

ISBN 10: 0764333135 / ISBN 13: 9780764333132

Published by Schiffer, 2009

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Wristwatches : A Handbook and Price Guide
• Publisher: Schiffer
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0764333135
• ISBN 13: 9780764333132
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

Now in its revised sixth edition, this classic reference book is designed for the collector, with a historical survey, hundreds of color and black and white illustrations, a description of how mechanical wristwatches work, and a thorough glossary. Updated price ranges for various wristwatches are included, along with a chapter on fakes, knock-offs, and hybrids; even a chapter on the popular Swatch watches is included. Information on the preservation, care, and repair of wristwatches rounds out the volume, making it the most complete reference for novice and experienced collectors alike.

About the Author

Gisbert L. Brunner and Christian Pfeiffer-Belli have written several books on wristwatches and are recognized around the world as experts in the field.