Konrad knirim military timepieces book

The dedicated aficionado of military watches is in all likelihood already familiar with konrad knirims earlier book on military timepieces 150 years of watches and clocks of german forces, first published in german only in 1998, and available since 2002 in an expanded bilingual germanenglish edition. If you do not have a copy of dr knirims book on british military timepieces, then now is a good time to send someone a nottoosubtle gift hint. Mar 06, 2011 navigational timepieces of the luftwaffe, 3 dr konrad knirim concludes his series on military watches and clocks. This type was probably used in command centers, as no fleet assignment numering is stamed onto the right side. He was kind enough to address an inquiry i made to him and provide me with this photo of the longines ledger, showing the watchs destingation. Airys compensation bar was originally, and for a period of time, at the admiraltys insistence, added to the balance system to allow symmetrical adjustment for temperature. This type was probably used in command centers, as no fleet assignment numbering is stamped onto the. As the most coveted and expensive of the dirty dozen it is often the one missing from a collection. Military timepieces is a magnificent book, and it is worthy of a. Military timepieces militaruhren 150 years watches and clocks of german forces 150 jahre zeitmessung beim deutschen militar knirim konrad published by peter pomp, bottrop, germany 2002. British military timepieces describes all british military timepieces. British military timepieces by konrad knirim is a beautifully photographed detailed reference book cataloguing the wide variety of chronometers, deck watches. According to konrad knirims book british military timepieces, less than 5,000, and perhaps even only 1,000, were made for the mod, making it the rarest of the lot.

German military timepieces hardcover wristchronology. British military timepieces by konrad knirim 20100101. His new book, british military timepieces describes all british military timepieces. This particular piece was used for the cover image of konrad knirims british military timepieces book and a copy of this book is included with the present lot. Konrad knirims new book on british military timepieces has a section on these longines. The stainless steel case measures in at 32mm or 34mm counting the crown at 3h and has signs commensurate with its age. British military timepieces by konrad knirim 20100101 on. British military timepieces by konrad knirim, 9783893552603, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. If you are interested in horology in general, military history this book will keep you busy for months. The offices of the auctioneers thomson roddick scottish auctions ltd are situated at. British military timepieces by konrad knirim, approx 790.

The publication of concise guide to military timepieces is a longheld ambition, and it is hoped his shared passion will inspire readers in both militaria horological circles to accord military timepieces the acknowledgement for which they are long overdue. Index to military timepieces 150 years of watches and. This type of clock is shown on page 182183 of konrad knirims military timepieces book. Military timepieces 150 years watches and clocks of german forces, by konrad knirim, 2002, verlag peter pomp, bochumessen germany, isbn 389355232. Knirim military timepieces 2002 not long ago i bought a copy of this book 2nd ed and i could not agree with you more. There are a couple model tudor submariners that were used for the canadian military. Production numbers based on estimates published by konrad knirims in his book entitled british military timepieces. Extract from the manual for aerial navigation, d luft 12552d, part 2. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. See bobs sticky post above entitled mwr recommends. We have a limited amount of lines available to book and the service is offered on a firstcome firstserved basis. Military timepieces 150 years watches and clocks of german forces. This makes it particularly challenging for collectors trying to find nice examples of. Now i just enjoy picking it up and reading the wealth of information, coupled with top quality detailed photos.

Konrad is a real expert on military watches of ww ii. With over timepieces featured, german military timepieces. Konrad knirim came to fame when he produced his book on german military. British military timepieces hardcover wristchronology. If you do ever come across one, know that they are extremely rare. This is an excellent book, a great read and a fantastic reference source that reflects.

Aug 07, 2019 militaruhren military timepieces by konrad knirim is a gorgeous, large and detailed reference book on german military timepieces, containing pages. Early 1940s ebel swiss atp vintage military watch 15j. In a 1946 pierce advert gtopaul sent me it shows almost the same watch, my guess is that the book is incorrect. Konrads work is an essential reference book for anyone interested in collecting commonwealth military timepieces. There are also chapters on watches used by commonwealth and french forces as well as japan. Production numbers and specifications according to konrad knirims in his book british military timepieces. Development of the british general service wristwatch.

Militaruhren military timepieces by konrad knirim is a gorgeous, large and detailed reference book on german military timepieces, containing pages. The vast number and types of watches and clocks covered is hard to equil. A rolex 5517, omega ha60 and ha64 chronograph, they also have similar watches from breitling, lemania and i believe gallet. This type was probably used in command centers, as no fleet assignment numbering is stamped onto the right side. German military timepieces 150 years watches and clocks of german forces isbn 3. First published in 2002, german military timepieces. I have included a photo from konrad knirims renowned book british military timepieces that describes these watches. We have made many photos of this timepiece, a scan of konrad knirims british military timepieces book and some macro closeup shots we took just for fun. I have a couple of military pulsars and cwcs in my collection but they look a bit skinny on. Observatory clocks, chronometers, chronometer watches, deck watches, pocket watches, ships clocks, zigzag clocks, aircraft clocks, instrument clocks, mantle clocks, wt watches, asdic timers, artillery stop watches, trench watches, waterproof wrist watches, wrist chronographs, pilots watches, divers watches, general service watches.

I have a couple of military pulsars and cwcs in my collection but they look a bit skinny on by big wrists so dont wear them often. Dec 03, 2019 militaruhren military timepieces by konrad knirim is a gorgeous, large and detailed reference book on german military timepieces, containing pages. Having collecting military timepieces for nearly 30 years, konrad knirim writes about them with the enthusiasm of a collector and also the careful. At this time, however, i believe that it is more important to provide this brief description of the book, so that our readers will be aware of this fantastic resource. British military timepieces by konrad knirim is a beautifully photographed detailed reference book cataloguing the wide variety of chronometers, deck watches, pocket watches, wristwatches and clocks used by the british army, navy and air force in the 19th and 20th century. The auction centre, irongray road, dumfries, dg2 0je, telephone 087 721635 or the auction centre, carnethie street, rosewell, edinburgh eh24 9al, telephone 01 440 2448 to whom all. Observatory clocks, chronometers, chronometer watches, deck watches, pocket watches, ships clocks. Books go search best sellers gift ideas new releases deals store. I required his work for a specific collecting interest, which was invaluable. From konrad knirims book british military timepieces whilst the iwc arguably has the nicest movement of the lot, its the granas rarity, that pips it to the post. As you can see, some such as grana and eterna produced relatively low volumes. British military timepieces watches and clocks of their.

Sep 10, 2011 from the book british military timepieces. Konrad knirim came to fame when he produced his book on german military timepieces in 2002 vol i, which established him as the foremost authority. Conditions of business note the term the auctioneers means thomson roddick scottish auctions ltd 1. German military timepieces 150 years watches and clocks of german forces isbn 3893552324. Konrad s work is an essential reference book for anyone interested in collecting commonwealth military timepieces. This type of clock is shown on page 182183 of konrad knirim s military timepieces book.