Vintage Watches: The Modern Guide
A new book titled "Vintage Watches: The Modern Guide," authored by vintage watch experts Eric Wind and Charlie Dunne, aims to educate both novice and experienced collectors. With 320 pages and over 250 photographs, the guide covers practical advice on evaluating watches, preventing mistakes, and engaging with the vintage watch community, alongside personal essays from notable collectors.
- Available for preorder on Amazon for $50
- Published price: $60
- Release date: November 17th
The book is designed to be an educational resource for enthusiasts and collectors, moving beyond just showcasing attractive watches to providing practical guidance.
It includes advice on judging elements like lume, hands, cases, and dials, as well as guidance on important references and building blocks for a collection.
The guide also features a section on how to become more involved in the vintage watch community.
Personal essays from collectors such as David Chang, Ben Clymer, and Ronny Chieng are included in the book.
The book is published through Ten Speed Press of Penguin Random House and will be available at major booksellers.
The authors, Eric Wind and Charlie Dunne, are associated with Wind Vintage and have prior experience in the watch industry and media.