Book Recommendations!
I’ve been interested in watches and horology for years now, but all of my research and learning has come from online resources. I’ve recently started buying physical books, and would love recommendations to add to my shelf!
I know they can get absurdly expensive, so I would prefer to keep it around $100 max!
Thank you in advance!
P.S. these two books are great!
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I don't know any watch books.
But, you sir are a tall one!
"A Man and His Watch" is a favorite. I've also enjoyed "Chasing Time: Wristwatches for the Discerning Collector"
I don't know any watch books.
But, you sir are a tall one!
It was 0.5 zoom on the iPhone camera 😂
The coffee table books have me feeling pressured to have a full bookcase at all times!
My favorite watch book is without a doubt "The Wristwatch Handbook" by Ryan Schmidt. It's a great coffee table book with lots of great photos, and tons of information. I picked up my copy about 5 years ago when I first started collecting, and found it to be invaluable in providing a great foundation of knowledge. Back in 2018, it cost $65 CAD, which is an absolute bargain.
I love coffee table books about watches, here are my recommendations (no specific order):
Cartier: The Tank Watch - everything about the Tank from the first model till today
A Moon Watch Story: The Extraordinary Destiny of the Omega Speedmaster - cheaper version of the Moonwatch Only
The Watch Book: Compendium - the story of all middle and big brands by Gisbert Brunner
Rolex, The Watch Book - the Rolex Story including interview of Wilsdorf's widow as spin-off of The Watch Book by Gisbert Brunner
The Style of Time: The Evolution of Wristwatch Design - how watch design changed over the decades in context with general fashion
Watches: A Guide by Hodinkee - nice stories about every watch category
The Book of Rolex - all about Rolex
My favorite watch book is without a doubt "The Wristwatch Handbook" by Ryan Schmidt. It's a great coffee table book with lots of great photos, and tons of information. I picked up my copy about 5 years ago when I first started collecting, and found it to be invaluable in providing a great foundation of knowledge. Back in 2018, it cost $65 CAD, which is an absolute bargain.
Exactly the kind of book I’m looking for! And it’s still right at that price on Amazon! Thanks!