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Old 27 October 2020, 07:32 PM   #1
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...added some books to my Rolex library.

...having some time off this week, I thought I would share an updated pic of some new Rolex books I’ve added. Hopefully it might help forum members knowing what’s out there...

The first pic is several years old, and the second just taken today.

Next on the wish list is a couple of books by Mondani.

Also hoping to get recommendations on others...
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Old 27 October 2020, 07:34 PM   #2
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Old 27 October 2020, 10:15 PM   #3
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Nice collection. R is for Rolex is my go to for anyone I know who has kids.
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Old 27 October 2020, 10:26 PM   #4
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Very nice Rolex library, my friend!
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Old 27 October 2020, 10:45 PM   #5
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Old 27 October 2020, 10:55 PM   #6
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Oh wow such nice collection, thank you for sharing. And yes I like R for Rolex too!
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Old 28 October 2020, 12:51 AM   #7
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Nice set of books. Thanks for sharing; gives me a good idea where to start.
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Old 28 October 2020, 01:08 AM   #8
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Old 28 October 2020, 01:08 AM   #9
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Thanks got sharing. How about some insights on which are your favorites of the bunch?
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Old 28 October 2020, 05:18 PM   #10
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Thank you for your comments.

The books range from pretty much a catalogue to those with tabular data for dates, references, movements etc. So their purpose varies from causal reading to doing some research on a particular reference. As a result I don’t really have a favourite book.

These cost between £20-£200 ish. I started with the more inexpensive books before buying those on specific models like the submariner or gmt.

With the ongoing lockdown they provide some distraction checking out my next purchase.

I thought with the holidays coming up, it might help getting a stocking filler.
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Old 29 October 2020, 06:41 AM   #11
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Thank you for your comments.

The books range from pretty much a catalogue to those with tabular data for dates, references, movements etc. So their purpose varies from causal reading to doing some research on a particular reference. As a result I don’t really have a favourite book.

These cost between £20-£200 ish. I started with the more inexpensive books before buying those on specific models like the submariner or gmt.

With the ongoing lockdown they provide some distraction checking out my next purchase.

I thought with the holidays coming up, it might help getting a stocking filler.

Great collection!
I'm not sure this would qualify as a socking stuffer, unless you have some very, very large stockings!
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Old 7 November 2020, 04:48 PM   #12
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...just ordered ‘Vintage Rolex - Deluxe Edition’ by David Silver of The Vintage Watch Company.

Published: 10/12/2020.
Publisher: Pavilion Books.
ISBN: 9781911663553.
Number of pages: 384.
Dimensions: 305 x 227 mm.

again just sharing to help anyone looking for a gift for themselves or others with Christmas / holidays coming up...
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Old 25 December 2020, 08:24 PM   #13
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Just got these two this week...




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Old 25 December 2020, 09:46 PM   #14
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Great thread, nice to see some ideas of where I can find out more about Rolex. Thanks.
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Old 26 December 2020, 12:14 AM   #15
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Gisbert L Brunners watch book is my favourite!
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Old 26 December 2020, 04:00 AM   #16
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Great collection of books. Becoming more knowledgeable about the hobby and also feasting on the eye candy can't be beat.
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Old 26 December 2020, 07:39 AM   #17
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Received The Book of Rolex for Christmas, looks like a great read, did pick up one small error whilst flicking through looking at some of the pictures and noticed a small error on page 105, the picture of Sean and Ursula is quoted as from Licence to Kill, not Dr No.

Just thought I'd share that one.
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...added some books to my Rolex library.

Any recommendations if someone were to pick up just a couple - which you would recommend over the others? Curious which are most versatile in content covering a broad range of history, pictures, stories or other content. Not just technical
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Old 29 December 2020, 11:14 PM   #19
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Any recommendations if someone were to pick up just a couple - which you would recommend over the others? Curious which are most versatile in content covering a broad range of history, pictures, stories or other content. Not just technical
Sorry for the delay in getting back to you.

I would recommend ‘The Watch Book Rolex’ (New / Extended Edition) by Gisbert Brunner.
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Old 30 December 2020, 12:41 AM   #20
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wow !!! great collection ...
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Old 30 December 2020, 02:29 AM   #21
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Brand Documentary Magazine has a pretty cool Rolex issue available on Amazon for $25.

A Man & His Watch, although not exclusive to Rolex, is a very cool read.
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I got the R is for Rolex for my toddler. My wife said that was a big mistake. lol
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Old 30 December 2020, 03:00 AM   #23
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Brand Documentary Magazine has a pretty cool Rolex issue available on Amazon for $25.

A Man & His Watch, although not exclusive to Rolex, is a very cool read.
The Rolex issue of the magazine is in post 13.

It’s issue number 41 published in 2015.
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Sorry for the delay in getting back to you.

I would recommend ‘The Watch Book Rolex’ (New / Extended Edition) by Gisbert Brunner.
Thanks - this one?

https://www.amazon.com/Watch-Book-Ro...s=books&sr=1-1
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Old 30 December 2020, 03:36 AM   #26
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I need to pick some of these up.
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Old 30 December 2020, 04:03 AM   #27
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Yes that’s the one...I have the first edition but the new/extended edition apparently has 35 additional pages.

On a side note I have found books to be cheaper on other online shops than Amazon.
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Old 10 September 2021, 12:41 AM   #28
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Just ordered Orologi Da Polso (Wristwatches) by Alberto Uglietti.
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Old 10 September 2021, 01:51 AM   #29
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Old 10 November 2021, 12:42 AM   #30
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...added some books to my Rolex library.

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Just ordered Orologi Da Polso (Wristwatches) by Alberto Uglietti.


Sorry for the poor pics…

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