What makes a wristwatch iconic? Precision, craftsmanship, and timeless design. This stunning coffee table book showcases 100 legendary timepieces from the world's most renowned luxury brands. Watch expert Gisbert L. Brunner presents sought-after collector’s items, from the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak to the Omega Speedmaster and Patek Philippe’s Nautilus. Enriched with celebrity anecdotes, this book is a must-have for enthusiasts and collectors alike.Written by leading watch expert Gisbert L. Brunner, who has spent six decades exploring luxury timepieces 100 Iconic Watches is an essential guide to horological history.
About the author
Born in 1947, Gisbert L. Brunner has been involved with precision timepieces of all kinds—particularly wristwatches—since the 1960s. His passion for mechanical timepieces, which appeared to be facing extinction, intensified during the quartz crisis of the 1970s. His collecting enthusiasm led to the publication of his first specialist articles in the early 1980s. To date, Brunner has published more than 25 books on the subject and is a sought-after speaker worldwide.