7/19/2023 0 Comments Book on horology![]() Or maybe, you just want a photo book where you can get inspired and enjoy beautiful imagery. Some books focus on a specific brand or even a particular model, others focus on wristwatches in general, and others go in-depth about horology and watchmaking so you can learn all the important technical details about a watch and how it works. The good news is that if you are looking for some great horology books, there are plenty of them out there. In addition, books tend to contain detailed and in-depth information, in this case about horology, which is difficult to find anywhere else. Whether as interior decor to their home to reflect a hobby of theirs, as valuable resources for information, or simply as inspiration for submerging themselves into the world of horology.Ī lot of people do research and educate themselves about watches online on various blogs and sites (including the Millenary Journal), but there’s just something special about having a physical book and winding down by reading and experiencing. ![]() So while it may take time to decide which watch to buy next, start with a book that gives you a story worth pondering over, if not for the watch, do it for the subject.Top 11 Best Horology Books Įvery watch enthusiast needs a collection of horology books in their possession. Dripping with emotion on the joy and fascination of what it feels like to actually own a watch that really means something shifts your insides making you believe that every watch you must own, should have a story to match. Chronicled beautifully by Matt Hranek, the book speaks about exemplary watches but it’s the first-hand accounts that really grasp the reader. While most books can give you an insight into what to buy, where it’s from, how it’s made, this book on the contrary encapsulates how you feel. Captivating, inspiring and fascinating all at once, each chapter unveils a clue into the empire you see today, and as it comes to a close, it actually all falls into place. From the history of the iconic Cartier Crash, to early sketches and old family photographs, the book reads through like an interesting verse of history without the burden of finding it boring. Narrated and chronicled by a descendent of the family, think of this as a little lesson in pop culture with a horological undertone. The Cartiers: The Untold Story of the Family Behind the Jewellery Empire by Francesca Cartier Brickell Unexpectedly brilliant to say the least and very compelling, read this to understand the beauty of experiencing time and not just measuring it.Ĥ. With thirteen chapters, one for each hour plus one bonus, the thought behind each is to explore an aspect of time through culture and history. ![]() A Sideways Look at Time by Jay GriffithsĪ completely different way of looking at ‘time’ as a concept, think of this as your perspective changer. Think of this as a north star to what a collection could be inspired by, also a great way to acquaint yourself with some of the greatest watches made by the finest houses in history.ģ. Within it lies images and information on 150 of the most covetable timepieces including incredibly rare Audemars Piguet Royal Oaks, a Cartier Turbine and other models from Richard Mille and Vacheron Constantin. One for collectors and is a collector’s item in itself, this is the second edition of ‘The Impossible Collection of Watches’ that was first published in 2014. The Impossible Collection of Watches (2nd edition) by Nicholas Foulkes While technical may seem like the flavour of the book overall, what makes it interesting is the little anecdotes that are woven within chapters that give you a perspective of the industry and how it has grown.Ģ. While this speaks of traditional techniques on how to build a watch from the very start, it also deep dives into the world of complications. One of the most notable figures in the world of watchmaking, this is an insightful read into what really goes into making a watch. The list I’ve compiled below is a mix of perspectives around horology-history, time, iconic watches, legendary brands and plenty more. While most brand websites and many blogs are a great source of information, there is something about the published written word that doesn’t compare. ![]() In an industry where a brand that is less than 50 years old is counted as ‘young’ this is one of those worlds that requires research, know-how and a deep understanding of the technical details. We live in a world where ‘just google it’ is a phrase we use almost 10 times a day, and while on most days it does the job, there are some subjects that require more than just a quick search on the web, horology is one of them. Here’s a quick list of some that will help you as a novice to widen your know-how of the marvels of horology. As a journalist who learnt about timepieces on the job, one of my biggest and most informative resources were books.
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