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Very deep book scrutinizes pre-1830 Breguet techniques
Every part and every kind of Breguet 1778-1830 movements, cases and dials are noted.
George Daniels made deep research with archives and real museum/collectors examples of antique Breguet watches/clocks.
He even describes a shapes and surfaces angles of classical "Breguet" hand !
I can read it by hours..
After reading this book, it so pity to have just only one Breguet from 1820... 8)))
"The Art of Breguet" By George Daniels . . .
Has anyone here owned, read, looked through Daniels' Art of Breguet ? Is it enthralling and magnificent or hopelessly mediocre? I have been thinking of buying it, but there aren't that many around to look through and they seem to be fairly high-priced (an...
It's well worth every penny...
Hi, there's nothing that would come even close if you're interested in Breguet and even a must have for general horology, IMO. But that's my personal 2 cents only Suitbert
Thanks Suitbert, one more question
What is your opinion on Daniels' Watchmaking? Is it also a worthwhile purchase? Thanks again.
Definitive reference...
Daniel's Watchmaking is the definitive reference for anyone wanting to make a watch from scratch, or to understand the process, tools, techniques and materials. However, it's not an easy read if you really want to understand, and some of it can get tediou...
