Quartz Watches: From early quartz to the Apple watch, 90 ingenious electric watches explored

Hardback Published on: 09/10/2025; Language: English, French (Original language of a translated text)
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Synopsis

Beginning with the very first electric watches, all the way up to the Apple watch, via Swiss quartz, Japanese innovations and much more, Quartz Watches will transport you through time, uncovering the histories behind the most coveted electric watch models.

Illustrated technical pages clearly explain the mechanics of these timepieces, while profiles of the watches give readers insight into their cultural histories. Quartz Watches is a treasure trove for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Featured models include:
- Bulova Accutron
- Hamilton 500
- Omega Electroquartz
- Seiko Quartz Diver's
- Casio G-Shock
- Swatch Moonswatch
- Louis Vuitton Monterey I

Publisher information

  • Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group
  • ISBN: 9781840919677
  • Number of pages: 240
  • Dimensions: 292 x 204 x 40 mm
  • Weight: 1620g
  • Languages: English, French (Original language of a translated text)

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