{"title":"Gerard Tubb","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerard Tubb\u003c\/strong\u003e crafts narratives that delve into the depths of arts and culture, offering readers a unique lens through which to explore creative expression. His works blend insightful storytelling with rich cultural themes, inviting reflection and discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTitles like \u003cem\u003eChronomat Story\u003c\/em\u003e showcase Tubb’s ability to intertwine history and artistic innovation, making his books a compelling choice for those who appreciate literature that celebrates the power and complexity of the arts.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chronomat-story-by-gerard-tubb-9782940506668","title":"Chronomat Story","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of Watchprint's Story Books series profiling the world's most renowned watches, \u003cem\u003eChronomat Story\u003c\/em\u003e sees investigative journalist Gerard Tubb draw on original research to reveal the full, untold history behind Breitling's most transformative chronograph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough newly uncovered archives and first-hand accounts, Tubb traces how the Chronomat, created for Italy's elite Frecce Tricolori aerobatic team in the 1980s, sparked Breitling's revival and reshaped the landscape of modern mechanical watchmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRichly illustrated and meticulously documented, the book brings to light the people, ideas, and risks that defined an era of reinvention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gerard Tubb is a British journalist and specialist in the history of watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelling Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eChronomat Story\u003c\/em\u003e is Breitling's second iconic model, following the legendary Navitimer, whose book, \u003cem\u003eNavitimer Story\u003c\/em\u003e, was a resounding success.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis watch was chosen by the Italian military patrols (Frecce Tricolori) for its robustness and legibility, and it is also favoured by iconic figures such as Gordon Ramsay, and Courtney Cox.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA symbol of timeless style and exceptional craftsmanship. Its positioning as both a horological legend and a cultural icon makes it a collector's item, sought after as much for its history as for its performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e260 colour, 30 b\/w illustrations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48123431026924,"sku":"9782940506668","price":195.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9782940506668-chronomat-story.jpg?v=1785921608"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/gerard-tubb.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}