Wristwatches: A Connoisseur's Guide

This practical and informative guide tells the fascinating story of watches -- how we moved from sundial to solar-power -- and also gives hints on starting a collection, and practical tips on what to look for in a good watch. The main directory section guides you through over 50 prestigious watch brands. There are the ÔGreat Houses' -- Swiss watchmakers who make and finish watches by hand, brands whose names are synonymous with the great names of jewellery and fashion, and the high-tech companies whose multi-functional timepieces are marvels of scientific ingenuity. The descriptions are accompanied by beautiful color photographs of each watch.