A Man & His Watch: Iconic Watches and Stories from the Men Who Wore Them
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A Man & His Watch: Iconic Watches and Stories from the Men Who Wore Them is the modern collector’s bible for anyone who believes that a watch is more than a timekeeper—it’s a wearable memoir. Released in 2017 by Artisan New York, this 215-page illustrated hardcover curates more than 50 of the world’s most coveted timepieces, pairing each one with the first-hand story of the notable man who owned it. From Paul Newman’s personal Daytona to Elvis’s Omega, Matt Hranek’s narrative blends micro-engineering with macro-emotion, showing how a Submariner can signal adventure, a Tank evoke elegance, or a Casio G-Shock mark the moment a father handed confidence to his son.
What makes this copy special is its pristine, collector-grade condition: the pages are crisp and unmarked, the slipcase shows only light shelf scuffing—minor cosmetic wear that keeps the price human without diminishing the book’s coffee-table presence. Because it is neither signed nor inscribed, it remains a blank canvas for your own library; no previous owner’s name or gift sentiment competes with the clean design that Artisan books are famous for. Hranek’s photography jumps off the heavy matte stock, making every dial, bezel, and strap look touchable, while the compact 7" × 9" format fits comfortably in the hand for hours of browsing.
For young adults entering the hobby or seasoned collectors hunting the next grail, A Man & His Watch doubles as a visual price guide and an oral history of 20th-century masculinity. The chapters read like mini-biographies—Racing, Aviation, Hollywood, Military—so you learn why Steve McQueen wore a Monaco and how a Seiko SKX007 became the unofficial watch of Navy SEALs. Search engines love the long-tail keywords embedded on every page: “Patek Philippe Nautilus story,” “vintage Submariner provenance,” “how to start a watch collection,” making this volume a traffic magnet for blogs, resale listings, and Instagram captions alike. Secure this gently-loved copy now and you’ll own the conversation piece every enthusiast asks for by name.
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