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An illustrated look at the most-stunning and most-important Omega watches, from Omegas that served in WWI trenches, to those that reached the moon, limited editions, Omegas named "Anakin Skywalker" and "Darth Vader", and more. A range of over 100 marvelous photographs, informative text, and technical details come together in this book to document more than 60 years of fascinating wristwatch design of one of the world’s best known and most popular Swiss wristwatch manufacturers, Omega. Among the memorable wristwatches included here are the Speedmaster model that went to the moon, and the James Bond edition that served on Her Majesty’s Secret Service. Other models covered include, first, the historical models, and the Legend Collection, Seamaster, Chronographs, Olympic Collection, and Elegant Watches. Technical information provided for each watch includes the reference number, movement, functions, case, remarks, and the estimated value in the year the model was produced. This book will be a joy for all who appreciate fine watch craftsmanship.
An illustrated look at the most-stunning and most-important Omega watches, from Omegas that served in WWI trenches, to those that reached the moon, limited editions, Omegas named "Anakin Skywalker" and "Darth Vader", and more.
A range of over 100 marvelous photographs, informative text, and technical details come together in this book to document more than 60 years of fascinating wristwatch design of one of the world’s best known and most popular Swiss wristwatch manufacturers, Omega.
Among the memorable wristwatches included here are the Speedmaster model that went to the moon, and the James Bond edition that served on Her Majesty’s Secret Service. Other models covered include, first, the historical models, and the Legend Collection, Seamaster, Chronographs, Olympic Collection, and Elegant Watches.
Technical information provided for each watch includes the reference number, movement, functions, case, remarks, and the estimated value in the year the model was produced. This book will be a joy for all who appreciate fine watch craftsmanship.