For more than a century, Rolex stands apart as the most coveted and most legendary brand of watches in the world. Selected by specialist Fabienne Reybaud, each of the exceptional Rolex watch models in this beautiful handcrafted Ultimate Collection volume showcase the most valuable and technically innovative models the luxury watchmaker has produced, including watches never seen in print before: From the first wristwatch dating to the early 1900s and the first Oyster Perpetual from 1931, to an Explorer worn during Sir Edmund Hillary’s expedition to the summit of Mt. Everest in 1953 and the Submariner worn by actor George Lazenby in the James Bond film On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, they are sure to astonish collectors the world over.
Complimentary white gloves and signature canvas tote bag are included with each purchase from Assouline's Ultimate Collection.
About the author:
Since 1993, Fabienne Reybaud has been senior editor of watches and jewelry at the French daily newspaper Le Figaro. Specializing in the luxury field, she has authored several books, including 100 Montres de Légende, with Frédéric Ramade (Solar, 1999); Watches: The Ultimate Guide (Assouline, 2006, 2010); The Nature of Chaumet (Assouline, 2016); and Casa Lopez: Un Art de Vivre, with Pierre Sauvage (Flammarion, 2018). In addition, Reybaud has worked as an independent journalist for the most prestigious names in the French press.
Design: Fabienne Reybaud
Tech specifications: 194 pages 200 illustrations English language Released in September 2018 Handcrafted in a luxury leather clamshell case with metal plaque ISBN: 9781614287209 W39.5xL47.3xD7.5cm 9.07kg
€1400
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of 467 euros
Pay also with KLARNA
in 3 interest-free instalments
of 467 euros
