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The Magic of Watches

The Magic of Watches book

The Magic of Watches

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What is a beautiful watch? How do you make a good choice? The Magic of Watches explains how and why these little objects are so precious, fascinating and exciting. The book presents paradoxes: why a one-million-dollar watch might be less precise and more fragile than one that costs 15 dollars. It comes back to the origins of the measurement of time: how did we go from the water clock to the wristwatch? The book goes on to technique: how does a mechanical movement work? How does a quartz one work?; delves into details: what is a 'complication' and when do we speak about 'chronometer'?; showcases art: how do we enamel a dial? The Magic of Watches is unique: it focuses in detail on the basics in order to understand and love watches better.
Product details
Number of Pages:
232
Release Date:
2025-01-01
Publication Date:
2019-01-09
Publisher:
Watchprint Com Sarl
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
2940506280
ISBN13:
9782940506286
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
Weight:
445 g
Height:
144 cm
Width:
213 cm
Thickness:
22 cm
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