The Vintage Rolex Field Manual: An Essential Collectors Reference Guide (1) (Chevalier)

Product Description

How to Find, Price & Buy A Vintage Rolex Watch
Finding a vintage Rolex is easy. Finding one that’s worth its price… that’s the challenge.
Fakes are getting harder to spot, and a poor restoration could end up costing you more than its price in repairs. That’s a painful mistake you could avoid with the right information.
Written by a seasoned collector, this guide will teach you the complex nuances of vintage Rolex watches, saving you from financial catastrophe and turning you into a savvy collector.
1,483 references are covered in extraordinary detail, from antique and vintage dress watches to contemporary professional watches. Bezel sizes, dial markings, case engraving, hands, movements and much more, all documented so you know exactly what you’re paying for.
The guide will lead you from potential pitfall to glorious barn-find, with all the treacherous twists and turns along the way. There are plenty of pictures to inspire, inform and enlighten you as you learn to zero-in on your dream watch.
The world of vintage Rolex watches is complex and nuanced, making it especially daunting for the first-time buyer. But armed with the facts, you will make informed choices that put you back in the driver’s seat.

Review

“Add This Vintage Rolex Book To Your Library Right Now. The Vintage Rolex Field Manual: Chevalier Edition is required reading for any serious Rolex enthusiast.”

“Whether you’re a longtime collector or a newbie who’s intimidated by all the jargon, pricing and nuance in the Rolex space, you need to get your hands on this book. The original was already comprehensive, but this is the edition to add to a serious library or give as a gift.”

OREN HARTOV, Watch Editor at GEAR PATROL (JUL 31, 2020)

“The Vintage Rolex Field Manual is more than twenty years of experience and tons of handbooks, brochures, old magazine articles, and auction catalogs all stuffed in one book.”

“The amount of information in this book is overwhelming, in a good way. The book covers 1442 references and dozens of movements and bracelets. It’s like a treasure trove of knowledge. I’m not familiar with any other works that cram so much info into a single book. The structure of the book is very clear and orderly, so it’s easy to find what you’re looking for.”

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Do I recommend the book? Absolutely! It’s a must-read for fans of vintage Rolex watches and vintage watches in general. It’s fascinating, but it’s also immediately useful, and it can save you a lot of money and headaches.This book will also make you appreciate Rolex for its legacy and for what it has done for the watchmaking world in general. So, even if you’re not interested in buying a vintage Rolex watch (for now), it’s still an entertaining read.”

MELVIN HOLLENBERG, Editor at WaHaWatches (Aug 16, 2020)

“The writing style of the
Field Manual
is a curious combination of data-driven research and opinion. For example, you’ll find sections where advice is given as to which references are most desirable. A few pages later you will see a table with every reference in that line of watches listed along with some of their features.”

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A book like this is an essential overview and probably enough to get by in terms of buying either a relatively recent or a less valuable reference from a trusted source. However, more than a book will be needed if you plan to buy the more coveted and thus more often altered models. Overall I enjoyed the book and applaud the author for his ambition and for making progress in demystifying vintage Rolex watches.”

@Watchmedtime, Editor at Beyond The Dial (Aug 24, 2020)

“VRFM provides historical context for it all. In addition to providing a historical overview of the brand, there are chapters on Rolex’s place in aviation and the military; a thorough survey of Rolex calibers; and much more.”
 
“The book also gave me a newfound appreciation for Rolex’s role in some of the most important human achiev