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American Wristwatches: Five Decades of Style and Design
ISBN: 9780764301711 / Angielski / Twarda / 272 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Introduced into a skeptical American marketplace early in the twentieth century, the wristwatch soon caught the consumer's imagination. It was not long before American watch manufacturers adopted the form and brought their ingenuity and creativity to bear on the style and design of the wristwatch. Fifty years of innovation and beauty follow, and this beautiful book brings you the story in word and picture. Illustrated with over 600 full color pictures, the authors have traced the history of the American wristwatch. Their original research brings life to some of the persons who influenced its...
Introduced into a skeptical American marketplace early in the twentieth century, the wristwatch soon caught the consumer's imagination. It was not lon...
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402,62 zł |
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Legged Alarm Clocks
ISBN: 9780764319976 / Angielski / Miękka / 192 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. For the first time, alarm clocks with legs, between 1880 and 1935, are brought together in a single volume. Over 375 black and white photos and catalog pages illustrate the fascinating alarms affectionately known as "tin cans" and nickel alarms. Included are examples from American clock companies Ansonia, Attleboro, Gilbert, Ingersoll, Ingraham, Lux, New Haven, Parker, Scott, Sessions, Seth Thomas, Waterbury, Welch, and Westclox, as well as international makers. Private label dial alarm clocks are also featured. These clocks are organized alphabetically by manufacturer and further by their...
For the first time, alarm clocks with legs, between 1880 and 1935, are brought together in a single volume. Over 375 black and white photos and catalo...
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104,75 zł |
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Wristwatches: A Handbook and Price Guide
ISBN: 9780764322525 / Angielski / Miękka / 186 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Now in its revised fifth edition, this book is designed for the collector, with an historical survey, a description of how mechanical wristwatches work, and a 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 watches rounds out the volume, making it an excellent reference for novice and experienced collectors alike.
Now in its revised fifth edition, this book is designed for the collector, with an historical survey, a description of how mechanical wristwatches wor...
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104,75 zł |
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Breitling: The History of a Great Brand of Watches 1884 to the Present
ISBN: 9780764326707 / Angielski / Twarda / 176 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Breitling. One watch has made this name famous worldwide, the Navitimer. In 1952 this watch was a real sensation, the chronograph along with the calculator made it possible for the pilot to carry out all necessary calculations during the flight. This made the Navitimer a valuable on-board instrument at that time, and a valuable collectible today. This newly revised book shows the whole spectrum of the firm's products since its founding in 1884, and gives the reader an informed insight into more than 100 years of the firm's history. Many photos, old catalogs, and advertising material support...
Breitling. One watch has made this name famous worldwide, the Navitimer. In 1952 this watch was a real sensation, the chronograph along with the calcu...
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253,69 zł |
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Book of American Types: Standard Faces
ISBN: 9780764327704 / Angielski / Miękka / 208 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. More than 300 printing type fonts are illustrated, each shown in its entirety, along with examples of typeset documents that use them. There are examples of body fonts in various sizes and leadings, and a host of initials and monograms. This early 20th century gem finds new life in a book that will serve as standard reference in any graphic design library. Great old fonts like Copperplate, Cheltenham, Goudy, Bodoni, and Garamond, are represented along with great calligraphic, typewriter, and other fancy fonts. A wonderful assortment of Art Deco fonts find a home in this book, like Newport,...
More than 300 printing type fonts are illustrated, each shown in its entirety, along with examples of typeset documents that use them. There are exam...
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104,75 zł |
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Watches International
ISBN: 9780847828807 / Angielski Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Since 1991, this annual publication has been setting the standard for up-to-date reference guides devoted to watches. At over 500 pages (the largest volume yet), Watches International Volume VI showcases all the latest watches from around the world, from every major designer, including Audemars Piguet, Bulgari, Chopard, Ebel Longines, Omega, Patek Philippe, and TAG Heuer. Several hundred beautiful and meticulous full-color photographs not only show the watches' style and exquisiteness, but also― and perhaps most importantly― the watches' details such as movements, functions, case,...
Since 1991, this annual publication has been setting the standard for up-to-date reference guides devoted to watches. At over 500 pages (the largest v...
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98,42 zł |
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Grand Complications : High Quality Watchmaking
ISBN: 9780847828944 / Angielski Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. "Grand Complications, Vol. II" provides a detailed overview of complicated watchmaking. Published by Tourbillon International, this reference work for connoisseurs deals with each of the major horological complications by theme, from their history through to their most recent developments. Multi-complications, minute repeaters and sonneries, tourbillons, equations of time, perpetual calendars, chronographs, jump hours and retrograde mechanisms, GMTs and multiple time zones are reviewed in great detail. The latest creations by over 23 elite watch manufacturers are displayed and accompanied by...
"Grand Complications, Vol. II" provides a detailed overview of complicated watchmaking. Published by Tourbillon International, this reference work for...
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98,42 zł |
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Grand Complications
ISBN: 9780847831265 / Angielski Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Grand Complications, Volume IV provides a detailed overview of complicated watchmaking. This reference work for connoisseurs deals with each of the major horological complications by theme, from their history through to their most recent developments. Multi-complications, minute repeaters and sonneries, tourbillons, equations of time, perpetual calendars, chronographs, jump hours and retrograde mechanisms, GMTs and multiple time zones are reviewed in great detail. The latest creations by over twenty-three elite watch manufacturers are displayed and accompanied by technical descriptions,...
Grand Complications, Volume IV provides a detailed overview of complicated watchmaking. This reference work for connoisseurs deals with each of the ma...
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98,42 zł |
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Swiss Wristwatches: Chronology of Worldwide Success
ISBN: 9780887403019 / Angielski / Twarda / 248 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. An overview of the history of the Swiss wristwatch design in the 20th century. This book portrays the variety of forms and potential styling of cases, dials, and hands via pictures form the trade catalogs of such firms as Omega, Longines, Tavannes-Cyma, Breitling, Doxa, Universal, Movado, Zenith, and others.
An overview of the history of the Swiss wristwatch design in the 20th century. This book portrays the variety of forms and potential styling of cases,...
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352,98 zł |
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The Watch Jobber's Handybook - A Practical Manual on Cleaning, Repairing and Adjusting : Embracing Information on the Tools, Materials Appliances and Processes Employed in Watchwork
ISBN: 9781406790863 / Angielski / Miękka / 206 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This vintage book contains a complete handbook on repairing watches, with information on clearing, fixing, adjusting, maintaining, and much more. Although old, the information within this book is timeless and will be of as much use to the modern reader as it was to those familiar with its original publication. Contents include: Early Time Measures and Modern Watches, A Watch Movement and How to Take it Apart, Examining, Cleaning and Putting Together, Repairs and Adjustment, Glossary of Terms, Tools, Materials, and Parts and Processes Used in Watchwork . Many vintage books such as this are...
This vintage book contains a complete handbook on repairing watches, with information on clearing, fixing, adjusting, maintaining, and much more. Alth...
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208,31 zł |
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Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World
ISBN: 9781406791136 / Angielski / Miękka / 432 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A general list of Watch and Clockmakers. Contents Include: Conventions Abbreviations List of Names with Alternative Spellings List of Watch and Clockmakers List of Initials and Monograms List of Place Names Maps
A general list of Watch and Clockmakers. Contents Include: Conventions Abbreviations List of Names with Alternative Spellings List of Watch and Clockm...
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214,26 zł |
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The Watch: Hand Work Versus Machinery
ISBN: 9781589803893 / Angielski / Twarda / 63 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. "Standing the test of time," implies enduring quality. "You can set your watch by it," Mass-produced goods versus time-honored, handcrafted piecework became a topic of great... "Standing the test of time," implies enduring quality. "You can set your watch by it," |
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60,63 zł |
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Clock Repairing as a Hobby: An Illustrated How-To Guide for the Beginner
ISBN: 9781602391536 / Angielski / Miękka / 128 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. It covers the theory behind clock movement and design, including the particulars of escapements, pendulums, balance wheels, and even the sheet music for popular chimes. The American striking clock, the 400-day clock, and the alarm clock receive special attention. The in-depth information, including explanations of clock repairing terminology and details on the tools, materials, and supplies that are needed for success, will benefit even skilled enthusiasts.
It covers the theory behind clock movement and design, including the particulars of escapements, pendulums, balance wheels, and even the sheet music f...
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61,19 zł |
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Concise Guide to Military Timepieces
ISBN: 9781861263049 / Angielski / Twarda / 192 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Back by popular demand! The first illustrated guide devoted specifically to the highly collectible field of military watches and clocks. Filled with concise descriptions and explanations of more than 150 distinct models, and including a guide to current price ranges. Chapters cover, in chronological order: pocket and deck watches, wristwatches, aviators watches, chronographs, timers, stop watches, divers watches and clocks. An invaluable reference for collectors.
Back by popular demand! The first illustrated guide devoted specifically to the highly collectible field of military watches and clocks. Filled with c...
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139,68 zł |
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Wristwatches: History of a Century's Develment
ISBN: 9780764321375 / Angielski / Twarda / 400 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The mechanical wristwatch is a cherished treasure. This newly revised book is designed for the collector, with a historical survey, a description of how mechanical wristwatches work, and a glossary. Updated prices for various watches are included, along with a chapter on fakes, knock-offs, and hybrids. Information on the preservation, care, and repair of the watch rounds out the volume, making it an excellent reference for novice and experienced collectors alike.
The mechanical wristwatch is a cherished treasure. This newly revised book is designed for the collector, with a historical survey, a description of h...
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402,62 zł |
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Automatic Wristwatches from Germany, England, France, Japan, Russia and the USA
ISBN: 9780764303791 / Angielski / Twarda / 216 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This book is long overdue documentation on automatic wristwatches from countries other than Switzerland. These watches were always considered superior micro-mechanical products and posed a challenge to technicians. It was only a question of time, before the collectors' interest in these watches expanded from Swiss watches to those of other origins. A total of 123 watches are illustrated in three different views and are described in detail.
This book is long overdue documentation on automatic wristwatches from countries other than Switzerland. These watches were always considered superior...
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402,62 zł |
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Comic Character Wristwatches
ISBN: 9780764313295 / Angielski / Miękka / 160 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. When the Ingersoll-Waterbury Company introduced the first Mickey Mouse(TM) comic character wristwatch in 1933, they inspired thousands of other comic character watches. Collectors are eager to find them because of their connection with pop culture. This book includes advertising and movie promotion watches, as well as contemporary comic characters (Peanuts(TM), Looney Tunes(TM), The Simpsons(TM), South Park(TM), etc.). Over 375 color photos, descriptions, and pricing are compiled in this guide. Most of the watches represented were manufactured between 1970-2000. This book will delight you...
When the Ingersoll-Waterbury Company introduced the first Mickey Mouse(TM) comic character wristwatch in 1933, they inspired thousands of other comic ...
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104,75 zł |
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Westclox: An Identification and Price Guide
ISBN: 9780764318351 / Angielski / Miękka / 192 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Westclox was the largest manufacturer of alarm clocks in the world from 1920 to 1980. This wonderful collectors book explores and identifies hundreds of their clocks, pocket watches, and wristwatches all dating from 1885 to 1980. Important information about production dates, styles, colors, shapes, and features original to Westclox is included in the thorough yet concise text. Over 400 clearly-detailed color photographs feature Big Ben, Baby Ben, Key Wound Alarm clocks, Bull's Eye Pocket Watches, early wristwatches and more. This book is essential for anyone wishing to begin - or add to - a...
Westclox was the largest manufacturer of alarm clocks in the world from 1920 to 1980. This wonderful collectors book explores and identifies hundreds ...
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176,46 zł |
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Carriage and Other Traveling Clocks
ISBN: 9780887404542 / Angielski / Twarda / 368 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The beauty of carriage clocks and their accompanying cases is an integral part of their design, but one aspect-their intricate movements-also displays solutions to mechanical problems that only the genius designer could solve. In this major new work by an expert clock historian and restorer, the reader will find over 400 exquisite color and 285 black-and-white photographs of hundreds of traveling clocks, as well as the explanations of all the major designers' work from the 17th century forward. Special chapters present the work of noted clockmakers Breguet, Garnier, Vulliamy, Cole, Frodsham,...
The beauty of carriage clocks and their accompanying cases is an integral part of their design, but one aspect-their intricate movements-also displays...
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501,92 zł |
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Chronograph Wristwatches: To St Time
ISBN: 9780887405020 / Angielski / Twarda / 256 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Wrist chronographs are mechanical wristwatches that, in addition to their normal clockwork, have a mechanism that allows them to time short-term events. They are one of the most popular collecting areas in the broad spectrum of wristwatches because they are not yet too expensive and are available in large numbers. Until now they have not been studied systematically. Now Land and Meis offer this outstanding identification book. The text deals with the dial of the chronograph and all the indications that can possibly be read from it. There is also a technical section that shows the historical...
Wrist chronographs are mechanical wristwatches that, in addition to their normal clockwork, have a mechanism that allows them to time short-term event...
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501,92 zł |
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