Wristwatch Annual 2011

Download or read book Wristwatch Annual written by Peter Braun and published by Abbeville Press. This book was released on 1998-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every year hundreds of new wristwatch designs are introduced, featuring changes and improvements or limited editions, keeping the field exciting for collectors. In this annual catalog, hundreds of the world's most extraordinary wristwatches are shown in close-up color photographs, with complete prices and specifications for each watch, giving collectors a wealth of up-to-date information all in one volume. The specifications and materials for each watch include price, mechanism, special features, housing, face, band, and available variations of a particular model. There are general histories of each manufacturer, providing the reader with a handy overview of the companies' background and style. The annual also showcases the wristwatch of the year, an honor bestowed by popular vote on the watch that best combines mechanical and aesthetic value.