A Man and His Watch: Iconic Watches and Stories from the Men Who Wore Them
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| Rating | : | 4.78 (556 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1579657141 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 216 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-08-18 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The iconic timepiece, probably the single most sought-after watch in the world, is now in the possession of his daughter Clea, who wears it every day in his memory. . Matthew Hranek, a watch collector and NYC men’s style fixture, has traveled the world conducting firsthand interviews and diving into exclusive collections to gather the never-before-told stories of 76 watches, completed with stunning original photography of every single piece. Paul Newman wore his Rolex Daytona every single day for 35 years until his death in 2008. Everest these and many more compose the stories of the world’s most coveted watches captured in A Man and His Watch. Through these intimate accounts and Hranek’s storytelling, the watches become more than just timepieces and status symbols; they represent historical moments, pioneering achievements, heirlooms, family mementos, gifts of affection, and lifelong friendships. JFK’s Omega worn to his presidential inauguration, Ralph Lauren’s watch purchased from Andy Warhol’s personal collection, Sir Edmund Hillary’s Rolex worn during the first-ever summit of Mt. Franklin Roosevelt wore an e
But it’s really about why objects have meaning—who made them and why. And in return it becomes your most trusted companion, allowing you to navigate the glorious pathway that is life with unfailing precision. “The watch through Matt Hranek’s lens is much more than a time-telling device; it’s a vehicle through which the men in A Man and His Watch tell their tales of achievement, love, and loss. Matt Hranek has assembled a wonderful collection of stories and images representing a diverse and fascinating group of horological devotees.”—Jay McInerney, author of Bright Lights, Big City “T