Vintage Automatic-Uhren aus der Schweiz

"Vintage Automatic Watches from Switzerland" is a comprehensive reference work dedicated to the fascinating world of Swiss automatic watches. With over 350 pages and nearly 800 color photographs, this book offers a detailed and visually appealing representation of watchmaking, documented over five decades. The new, revised edition showcases the watches in vibrant colors made possible by modern digital image processing techniques. The author, Heinz Hampel, provides not only a systematic overview of nearly all Swiss manufacturers of automatic wristwatches but also a historical overview of the development of automatic watches from 1926 to 1980. This work is an indispensable handbook for watch enthusiasts and collectors, showcasing the aesthetics, precision, and mechanics of the watches impressively.

• Comprehensive overview of over 200 models of automatic wristwatches
• Detailed historical insights into the development of automatic watches
• High-quality, color illustrations from three perspectives for each watch
• Chapters on caliber development for each manufacturer
• An essential reference work for watch lovers and collectors.