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Vintage Watches
The Modern Guide
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Two globally-renowned experts deep-dive into the enduring appeal of the world's most coveted timepieces. Eric Wind and Charlie Dunne, renowned experts on the vintage watch market, introduce you to the world of legendary timepieces through iconic brands, expert insight, and more than 250 stunning images in...
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Two globally-renowned experts deep-dive into the enduring appeal of the world's most coveted timepieces.
Eric Wind and Charlie Dunne, renowned experts on the vintage watch market, introduce you to the world of legendary timepieces through iconic brands, expert insight, and more than 250 stunning images in this essential watch collecting guide for beginners and seasoned collectors alike.
This comprehensive book explores the most sought-after luxury watch brands, including Rolex sports models (Submariner, Daytona, GMT-Master), Patek Philippe Complications, the legendary OMEGA Speedmaster, and the innovations of Audemars Piguet. Learn what makes these timepieces so desirable in today's vintage watch market.
Inside, you'll find:
- Expert essays from leading watch enthusiasts, including the founder of Hodinkee Ben Clymer and acclaimed novelist and collector Gary Shteyngart
- A detailed guide to watch patina and aging
- Practical advice on how to buy a vintage watch
- Key do's and don'ts for watch collecting and investment
- Insight into the culture and psychology of luxury watch collecting
Whether you're researching your first vintage Rolex or expanding a serious collection of luxury timepieces, this is an indispensable reference for navigating the world of watch collecting, horology, and Vintage Watches.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781807843731
Publisher: Ebury Publishing
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 19 November 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Ebury Press
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 40.0mm
Width: 187.0mm
Height: 251.0mm
Weight: 750g
Pages: 320
About the Author
Eric Wind (Author) Eric Wind is one of the world's leading experts on vintage watches. Wind founded and owns Wind Vintage, a company he started in 2017 that is dedicated to offering exceptional watches at all price points and providing advisory services to top vintage watch collectors around the world. Wind previously served as Vice President, Senior Specialist for Christie's, where he helped lead the sale of several important watches at auction around the world and through private sales. Charlie Dunne (Author) Charlie Dunne is the Vice President, Senior Watch Specialist for Wind Vintage. Dunne has been published and quoted in numerous publications on vintage timepieces including HODINKEE, Mr Porter, Europa Star, Revolution, Tortella & Sons, Collectability, Rescapement, Wristcheck, WatchTime India, Financial Times, Esquire, GQ, Robb Report, and more. Dunne spent several years in marketing and content writing which ultimately led to his passion for researching and writing about vintage watches. He is considered one of the foremost scholars on the Rolex Submariner reference 5512, Rolex GMT-Master reference 1675, and vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre. Michael B. Dougherty (Author) Michael B. Dougherty is a Brooklyn-based writer and brand consultant. A regular contributor to Esquire, he is also the editor of The Handbook of Men's Style: A Guide to Looking Good. His work has appeared in the New Yorker, the New York Times, and the Wall Street Journal, among others. He is also the creator of the popular menswear-focused Substack, Mensweird.
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