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Wristwatch Annual 2026

The Catalog of Producers, Prices, Models, and Specifications
Brief Description
The essential guide for the collector of mechanical wristwatches, with complete information on over 1,400 models from 130 international brands. Wristwatch Annual 2026 provides an expertly curated overview of the global watch industry, from Swiss mainstays like Rolex and Patek Philippe to the independent producers emerging... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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The essential guide for the collector of mechanical wristwatches, with complete information on over 1,400 models from 130 international brands.

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The essential guide for the collector of mechanical wristwatches, with complete information on over 1,400 models from 130 international brands. Wristwatch Annual 2026 provides an expertly curated overview of the global watch industry, from Swiss mainstays like Rolex and Patek Philippe to the independent producers emerging across the U.S., Europe, and Asia.

The book is arranged alphabetically by brand, and the movement, functions, case, band, price, and variations of each pictured watch are fully described. Designed with the collector in mind, Wristwatch Annual 2026 features an easy-to-browse layout, as well as QR codes that provide an instant connection to each brand. And, as always, it includes exclusive articles on the most important trends in watchmakingโ€”plus an illustrated glossary and a guide to watch care.

Trusted by watch enthusiasts for more than twenty-five years, Wristwatch Annual remains a unique resource and a true pleasure to browse.

Authors: Marton Radkai, an independent journalist, has edited the English-language edition of Wristwatch Annual since 2011. Peter Braun is editor-in-chief of Germany's renowned wristwatch magazine, Armbanduhren.

Selling Points:

  • The leading collector's guide to fine mechanical watches for more than twenty-five years.
  • Full specifications and photos of more than 1,200 watches from over 125 international brands.
  • Also includes articles on the latest watch trends.
  • An easy-to-browse layout, with QR codes that provide an instant connection to each brand.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780789215420

Publisher: Abbeville Press Inc.,U.S.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 May 2026

Country: United States

Imprint: Abbeville Press Inc.,U.S.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 297.0mm

Weight: 1200g

Pages: 320

About the Author

Peter Braun is editor-in-chief of Germany's renowned wristwatch magazine, Armbanduhren. Marton Radkai, an independent journalist, has edited the English-language edition of Wristwatch Annual since 2011.

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