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Anon: Rolex Submariner
O/P. 120 pages, illustrated, 2006. A book about the Rolex Submariner wristwatch, in its various forms, written in the Japanese language. A very good copy with very good dust jacket. [Japanese language] (Ref: K4944 - CR6) ..... in stock
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![[Antiquorum]: The Art of Patek Philippe - Legendary Watches (including Calibre 89) [Geneva 09/04/1989]](A173.jpg "[Antiquorum]: The Art of Patek Philippe - Legendary Watches (including Calibre 89) [Geneva 09/04/1989]") | [Antiquorum]: The Art of Patek Philippe - Legendary Watches (including Calibre 89)
O/P. 2 volumes. 301 lots of pocket watches and wristwatches all illustrated in colour. The sale included several watches commissioned, and originally owned, by the famous collector Henry Graves Jnr. Lot 301 was 'Calibre 89' a complicated astronomical clock-watch with 33 complications made by Patek Philippe to celebrate the company's 150th anniversary. Lot 301 - 'Calibre 89' - has its own 57 page catalogue explaining all the functions of this unique watch, the most complicated ever made. A fine set of the two hardback catalogues, each with very good dust jacket. [Sale @ Geneva 09/04/1989] (Ref: A173) ..... in stock
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[Audemars Piguet]: Audemars Piguet Co-Sponsor of Alinghi, Defender of the 32nd America's Cup
O/P. 2 volumes. Part 1: A History of Performance, 36 pages, illustrated + CD; Part 2: Rising to the Challenge, 40 pages, illustrated + CD. Published, circa 2006, to promote the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Collection of wrist watches and the Team Alinghi Chronograph. Fine copy in deluxe box. (Ref: K3393 - X2) ..... in stock
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 | Balfour (M.): Cult watches - The World's Enduring Classics
O/P. 192 pages, illustrated, 2007. A lavishly illustrated book with 30 of the most famous and most collectable wrist watch designs from 27 of the leading makers. The book starts with the 'Royal Oak' model by Audemars Piguet, includes the Cartier 'Tank' watch, the Jaeger LeCoultre 'Reverso' and ends with the 'Toledo' by Vacheron Constantin. An informative book for collectors and investors. Fine copy (bookplate on ffep) with fine dust jacket. (Ref: K1509 - C3) ..... in stock
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Balfour (M.): The Classic Watch
O/P. 192 pages, well illustrated in colour, reprinted 2005. An illustrated guide to the great watches and their makers from the first wristwatch to the present day. A large format hardback, very good copy with very good dust jacket. (Ref: K2441 - Q3) ..... in stock
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 | Barter (A.): The Watch - A Twentieth-Century Style History
NEW. 336 pages, 400 colour illustrations, 2019. Decade by decade, this new book charts the era's stylistic and design highlights and examines the development of specific genres of watches. The early rise of the wristwatch led to a golden age of watch production which was followed by the electronic watch and latterly the renaissance of the mechanical watch again. The major technological and design advances are all included. (Ref: N4881) ..... in stock
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 | Bodet (F.): Breguet, The Story of a Passion 1973 - 1987
NEW. 128 pages, illustrated, 2015. By 1970 watchmaking had almost ceased at Breguet in Paris, and the famous business was purchased by the House of Chaumet. The author of this book managed Breguet from 1973 to 1987 and revitalised this famous brand, designing and making watches in a new factory in the Vallée de Joux in Switzerland. This is his story. (Ref: N3812) ..... in stock
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Bodet (F.): L'histoire d'une passion, Breguet 1973 - 1987
NEW. 128 pages, illustrated, 2015. By 1970 watchmaking had almost ceased at Breguet in Paris, and the famous business was purchased by the House of Chaumet. The author of this book managed Breguet from 1973 to 1987 and revitalised this famous brand, designing and making watches in a new factory in the Vallée de Joux in Switzerland. This is his story. [French language] (Ref: N4396) ..... in stock
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Bonello: Katalog für Swatch-Uhren
O/P. 252 pages plus index, 700 illustrations, 1992. A catalogue of all the official Swatch wristwatches produced between 1983 and 1992 each with an average collector's value in 7 currencies. A very good copy, card covers. [German, English, French & Italian languages] (Ref: K4423 - CR10) ..... in stock
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Braun (P.): Wristwatch Annual 2008 - The Catalog of Producers, Prices, Models, & Specifications
O/P. 432 pages, illustrated, 2007. An annual publication with lavish illustrations and details of over 100 of the top makes of wristwatches including, Breguet, Chopard, Glashütte, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Longines, Panerai, Patek Philippe, Rolex, TAG Heuer, Vacheron, etc. Very good copy, card covers.
(Ref: K4519 - F7) ..... in stock
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[Breguet]: The Breguet Collections 2013-2014
O/P. 287 pages, illustrated. A sales catalogue for Breguet's wristwatches, including the Classique, Marine, Héritage and Reine de Naples collections. A very good copy. (Ref: K4112 - S2) ..... in stock
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Breguet (E.): Breguet, Watchmakers Since 1775
O/P. 384 pages, illustrated, 1st English language edition, 1997. The book's subtitle - the life and legacy of Abraham-Louis Breguet (1747 - 1823) tells us what to expect. This is a good history of the business from its beginnings to its take over by Investcorp in 1987. A fine copy, in original deluxe box (in very good condition).
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(Ref: K2660 - V2) ..... in stock
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 | Breguet (E.) & Chapman (M.): Breguet - Art and Innovation in Watchmaking
NEW. 176 pages, 150 colour illustrations, 2015. A new book about Abraham-Louis Breguet who invented the self-winding watch, the first shock protection device, the first travel clock and the first wristwatch. A fascinating volume featuring over 70 watches and clocks by this famous maker. (Ref: N3844) ..... in stock
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Breitling: Breitling Sales Handbook (parts 1 & 2)
O/P. A handbook, produced circa 2005, to inform specialist retailers about Breitling watches and the Breitling brand. Part 1 covers the Navitimer, Windrider, Professional, Aeromarine and 'Breitling for Bentley' ranges of watches with details of functions, special features, dial options, straps, etc. Part 2 covers 'Useful Tips for Caring for your Watch', 'Special Characteristics', Technology, and a brief history of the brand. A wealth of information for the enthusiast. Two volumes, spiral bound in hard covers, housed in original slipcase, all in very good condition. (Ref: K1430 - H5) ..... in stock
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[Breitling]: Instruments for Professionals
O/P. 192 pages, illus., 2004. A well produced sales catalogue with photographs of the Reno Pylon Races and associated aeroplanes, with excellent photographs of the full range of Breitling watches. Fine copy, card covers. (Ref: K1613 - D1) ..... in stock
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[Breitling]: Instruments for Professionals
O/P. 168 pages, illus., 1999. A well produced sales catalogue with photographs of the Breitling Orbiter 3 and excellent photographs of the full range of Breitling watches. With separate price list. Very good copy. Card covers. (Ref: K4418 - S1) ..... in stock
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 | Brunner (G.L.) & Pfeiffer-Belli (C.): Swiss Wristwatches: Chronology of Worldwide Success
NEW. 252 pages, 648 illustrations, 1991. The history and development of Swiss wristwatch design in the 20th century. This book portrays the variety of forms and potential styling of cases, dials, and hands with information from catalogues, advertisements and manufacturers literature. All the well known firms such as Omega, Longines, Tavannes-Cyma, Breitling, Doxa, Universal, Movado, and Zenith are included. With price guide and dust jacket. (Ref: P1887) ..... in stock
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 | Brunner (G.L.) & Pfeiffer-Belli (C.): Wristwatches: A Handbook and Price Guide
NEW. 186 pages, 484 photographs, 6th edition, 2009. A useful handbook with historical information, a description of how mechanical wristwatches work, information on their preservation, care and repair, as well as a chapter on fakes and hybrids. A good popular introduction to the subject, with a section on Swatch watches. Card covers. (Ref: N1888) ..... in stock
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Brunner (G.L.) & Pfeiffer-Belli (C.): Wristwatches / Armbanduhren / Montres-bracelets
O/P. 512 pages, 2100 illustrations, 1999. The success of the wristwatch in the 20th century is told here through the story of 84 of the century's most prominent watch producers. Some of the makers included were famous in their day but have long been forgotten. With dust jacket. [Text in English, French and German] (Ref: K1568 - F4) ..... in stock
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 | Cardinal (C.) et al: L'Homme et le Temps en Suisse 1291 - 1991
O/P. 400 pages, well illustrated, 1991. A detailed study of time, timekeeping, and the manufacture of timepieces in Switzerland. The book is divided into 3 sections: Man and Time in Switzerland; The Measurement of Time in Switzerland; Aspects of the Swiss Horological Industry. A fine copy. [French language] (Ref: K2704 - E1) ..... in stock
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