{"product_id":"ultimate-collector-watches","title":"Ultimate Collector Watches","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUltimate Collector Watches\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ultimate Collector Watches is a curated watch accessory from MisterChrono.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"read-more__biography\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0px 5rem; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-color: #ffffff;\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 0px 5rem; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"read-more__biography--biographies\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"read-more__biography--book-info\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"read-more__biography--book-edition\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 1.5rem; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px 0px 1.5rem; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #fafbfc; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\" data-mce-style=\"background-color: #fafbfc; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px;\"\u003eThis sumptuous double volume provides a connoisseurial roundup of the world’s ultimate watches, from early aviators’ timepieces by the likes of Longines to legendary vintage chronometers by, among others, Patek Philippe, Rolex, and Audemars Piguet to state-of-the-art contemporary pieces. Also included are horological masterworks by the legendary George Daniels and his prodigy, Roger W. Smith, as well as other celebrated independent watchmakers, including Philippe Dufour, François-Paul Journe, Kari Voutilainen, and Rexhep Rexhepi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe one hundred astonishingly valuable wristwatches showcased in this meticulously curated and beautifully illustrated book provide a rare insight into the sublime artistry and complex engineering of haute horology. This title also gives an unparalleled historical overview of luxury watchmaking, from its pocket-watch origins to today’s revival of interest in bespoke, handcrafted timepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeaturing 100 magnificent “grail” wristwatches, their fascinating design-and-development backstories are expertly recounted, alongside page-after-page of sublime imagery specially generated by the world’s leading watch photographers. Also included are rare archival treasures, from design sketches and technical drawings to superb period advertisements and photographs. More in-depth interviews with leading authorities from the watchmaking collecting and worlds, including Patrick Getreide (OAK Collection), Alexandre Ghotbi (Phillips), Ben Clymer (Hodinkee), Roger W. Smith (watchmaker), Auro Montanari (renowned collector), and Silas Walton (A Collected Man).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe authors and editors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCharlotte and Peter Fiell are well-known design authors having written over 70 books on the history, theory, and criticism of design. The Fiells have lectured widely, guest taught courses, curated exhibitions, and consulted manufacturing companies, museums, salerooms, and major private collectors around the world. Together, they have written numerous TASCHEN books, including 1000 Chairs, Design of the 20th Century, Industrial Design A–Z, 1000 Lights, Scandinavian Design, and, most recently, the double-volume Ultimate Collector Cars, Ultimate Collector Motorcycles and Ultimate Collector Watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUltimate Collector Watches\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHardcover, two vols. in slipcase, 28.1 x 36 cm, 10.75 kg, 960 pages\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eISBN 978-3-8365-9005-1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEdition: English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium materials, ergonomic design. Trusted by professional watchmakers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMisterChrono Hong Kong\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplimentary shipping throughout Hong Kong. Our experienced horologists are ready to assist you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Book","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56560737223033,"sku":"9783836590051","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/5926\/7193\/files\/20835.jpg?v=1775469256","url":"https:\/\/www.misterchrono.hk\/products\/ultimate-collector-watches","provider":"misterchrono.hk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}