ROLEX OMEGA PANERAI CARTIER watches by Nicholas Hacko, watch dealer Sydney

NICHOLAS HACKO - FINE WATCHES

Suite 403, Level 4, Culwulla Chambers
67 Castlereagh St. Sydney 2000 NSW Australia
Phone: (02) 9232 0500 Fax: 02 9233 2273

Master Watchmaker and Watch dealer specialized in
ROLEX - IWC - PANERAI - CARTIER - ZENITH - OMEGA

COLLECTORS' BOOKS: Rolex, Omega, Panerai

The Patrizzi Pocket Expert: Rolex Cosmograph Daytona

A clear explanation, in a pocket guide format, of the history and technical details surrounding the celebrated Cosmograph Daytona. Available in English/Italian, this pocket book takes you from the launch of the first manual winding model in 1963 to the appearance of the Cosmograph automatic in 1988. During these three decades nine different models or “references” formed the evolution of the mythical Cosmograph Daytona. Pocket edition: 15cm x 11cm. 230 pages.

$A 35
GST INCLUDED

PANERAI WATCHES FROM 1936 TO 1997. PANERAI IN FLORENCE – 150 YEARS OF HISTORY

These 780 pages allow the collector to have a complete and deep vision of the pre-vendome production of PANERAI. Set of 2 books by Dino Zei and Mario Paci. 32cm x 25cm. Limited collectors' edition. Individually numbered.

$A 790
GST INCLUDED

ROLEX SUBMARINER STORY

ROLEX SUBMARINER STORY, with a new big format of 41cm x 31cm and a limited circulation of 2000 copies, represents the world’s biggest and rarest book on Rolex watches. Franca and Guido Mondani. English/ Italian. 270 pages.

$A 760
GST INCLUDED

1908-2008: 100 YEARS OF ROLEX

An indispensable guide to the collector in order to transform a passion into an investment. It is the most complete, clear and up-dated work to understand a century of Rolex watches. Franca and Guido Mondani. 32cm x 25cm.

$A 480
GST INCLUDED

COLLECTING VINTAGE AND MODERN ROLEX WRISTWATCHES

The only encyclopedia of Rolex wristwatches. Oswaldo Patrizzi. 32cm x 26cm. 848 pages.
The most complete reference work ever done on MODERN AND VINTAGE ROLEX wristwatches; a complete overview of all the models ever appeared on the international market (from the OVETTO to the DAYTONA chronograph, made even more famous by actor Paul Newman, as well as the watch that belonged to Humphrey Bogart, the PRINCE and so on, until the present days, with the sport models such as the GMT–MASTER, Explorer I, Explorer II, Submariner, Sea – Dweller, Milgauss and the irresistible Daytona).
Enclosed are:
- “ESTIMATES OF MODERN AND VINTAGE WRISTWATCHES” with more than 4'000 valuations.
- “USEFUL ADDRESSES FOR THE COLLECTOR” with all the addresses and categories of professionals that collectors and enthusiasts need.
- “CHRONOLOGICAL TABLE OF PRODUCTION” to be able to find the year of production of your Rolex
A true Bible to collect and invest.

$A 760
GST INCLUDED

COLLECTING ROLEX GMT-MASTER WRISTWATCHES

It is a specific volume about Rolex GMT – MASTER which includes timepieces from the first models of the 1950’s to the ones of the last period. Guido Mondani and Lele Ravagnani. 32cm x 25cm. 311 pages.
“Collecting Rolex GMT-MASTER wristwatches” is a specific volume about Rolex GMT – MASTER which includes timepieces from the first models of the 1950’s to the ones of the last period, including prototypes, military models, bracelets and all case and dial variants.
The GMT–MASTER wristwatches have always generated a lot of interest among all collectors and were created as a result of the need of Pan American Airways to supply their pilots with a wristwatch which indicated simultaneously the time back home and the arrival destination time (in fact, the name GMT is based on Greenwich Mean Time).
This edition also offers a widening of those references which have always been desired by enthusiasts and collectors, such as for example the refs. 6542, 1675, 16750 and many others.

$A 395
GST INCLUDED

ROLEX CHRONOGRAPHS – THE LEGEND

A volume of 450 pages which tells the history of every chronograph realized by Rolex and is an essential guide for collectors and enthusiasts. Pucci Papaleo. 32cm x 25cm. 412 pages.
A volume of 450 pages which tells the history of every chronograph realized by Rolex and is an essential guide for collectors and enthusiasts. Through 1200 high quality images, one can observe the main features of the chronographs of the Geneva Maison and discover the evolution of their shapes, graphics and variety of dials. One focuses on their mechanics, considering their changes over years, and looks over those details which have made these models part of the Rolex legend. This edition represents an important support to know everything about Rolex chronographs; it is a book created to make people dream and fundamental for collectors.

$A 690
GST INCLUDED

THE A TO Z OF ROLEX

It is an edition which combines the essential notions for collectors and enthusiasts with a treatment spacing from the most loved models to the brand history stages. Marco Strazzi. 28.5cm x 25cm.
It is an edition which combines the essential notions for collectors and enthusiasts (reference numbers, technical and aesthetic features, market valuations, catalogue of movements) with a treatment spacing from the most loved models to the brand history stages.
The 26 elements identified, one for each letter of the alphabet, have been meticulously selected, and represent 26 essential subjects to understand and know the past, the present and the future Rolex prospects.
Rolex dalla A alla Z deals with the history and the genesis of the most loved watches, the commercial and advertising strategies, the production revolution of the 2000’s, the fight against imitations and all the information essential for the collector to be completely knowledgeable

$A 190
GST INCLUDED

THE MASTER OF OMEGA

This volume runs through the history of the Omega SPEEDMASTER- FLIGHTMASTER– SPEEDSONIC and enables the enthusiast to know historical models, as well as to be updated about anything new. Alberto Isnardi. 32cm x 25cm.
This volume runs through the history of the Omega SPEEDMASTER- FLIGHTMASTER– SPEEDSONIC and enables the enthusiast to know historical models, as well as to be updated about anything new.
Thanks to the collaboration with the Omega museum, the rarest and most precious models have also been inserted, resulting in a book which is unique in its kind. All watches are illustrated in a large format with technical details, bracelet references and all quotations of the Master of Omega.

$A 340
GST INCLUDED

BOOKS FOR SALE

To order books, please fax your delivery details and credit card numbers to 02 9233 2273. Postage at actual cost. Shipping by Australia Post Registered.

FINE PREOWNED WATCHES FOR SALE

Rolex Omega IWC

Panerai Patek Philippe JLC

Breitling Zenith Other

Tag Heuer Cartier All Watches

HACKO WATCHMAKER is operated by Nicholas Hacko, a third generation, European trained, specialist in watch and clock repair, and restoration. This proudly independent business is one of only a handful remaining in the Australian watch trade which is not in any way associated with Rolex, Cartier, IWC or any other watch manufacturer. This enables us to work on ALL types of watches, both vintage and modern, and to source parts from anywhere in the world.
All watches offered for sale are pre-owned. Hacko Watchmaker is registered second-hand dealer Lic. No. 2PS03804
All images found on this site are copyrighted and are not to be reproduced without permission!
©1997 - 2010. by Nicholas Hacko

	The Patrizzi Pocket Expert: Rolex Cosmograph Daytona A clear explanation, in a pocket guide format, of the history and technical details surrounding the celebrated Cosmograph Daytona. Available in English/Italian, this pocket book takes you from the launch of the first manual winding model in 1963 to the appearance of the Cosmograph automatic in 1988. During these three decades nine different models or “references” formed the evolution of the mythical Cosmograph Daytona. Pocket edition: 15cm x 11cm. 230 pages.	$A 35 GST INCLUDED
	PANERAI WATCHES FROM 1936 TO 1997. PANERAI IN FLORENCE – 150 YEARS OF HISTORY These 780 pages allow the collector to have a complete and deep vision of the pre-vendome production of PANERAI. Set of 2 books by Dino Zei and Mario Paci. 32cm x 25cm. Limited collectors' edition. Individually numbered.	$A 790 GST INCLUDED
	ROLEX SUBMARINER STORY ROLEX SUBMARINER STORY, with a new big format of 41cm x 31cm and a limited circulation of 2000 copies, represents the world’s biggest and rarest book on Rolex watches. Franca and Guido Mondani. English/ Italian. 270 pages.	$A 760 GST INCLUDED
	1908-2008: 100 YEARS OF ROLEX An indispensable guide to the collector in order to transform a passion into an investment. It is the most complete, clear and up-dated work to understand a century of Rolex watches. Franca and Guido Mondani. 32cm x 25cm.	$A 480 GST INCLUDED
	COLLECTING VINTAGE AND MODERN ROLEX WRISTWATCHES The only encyclopedia of Rolex wristwatches. Oswaldo Patrizzi. 32cm x 26cm. 848 pages. The most complete reference work ever done on MODERN AND VINTAGE ROLEX wristwatches; a complete overview of all the models ever appeared on the international market (from the OVETTO to the DAYTONA chronograph, made even more famous by actor Paul Newman, as well as the watch that belonged to Humphrey Bogart, the PRINCE and so on, until the present days, with the sport models such as the GMT–MASTER, Explorer I, Explorer II, Submariner, Sea – Dweller, Milgauss and the irresistible Daytona). Enclosed are: - “ESTIMATES OF MODERN AND VINTAGE WRISTWATCHES” with more than 4'000 valuations. - “USEFUL ADDRESSES FOR THE COLLECTOR” with all the addresses and categories of professionals that collectors and enthusiasts need. - “CHRONOLOGICAL TABLE OF PRODUCTION” to be able to find the year of production of your Rolex A true Bible to collect and invest.	$A 760 GST INCLUDED
	COLLECTING ROLEX GMT-MASTER WRISTWATCHES It is a specific volume about Rolex GMT – MASTER which includes timepieces from the first models of the 1950’s to the ones of the last period. Guido Mondani and Lele Ravagnani. 32cm x 25cm. 311 pages. “Collecting Rolex GMT-MASTER wristwatches” is a specific volume about Rolex GMT – MASTER which includes timepieces from the first models of the 1950’s to the ones of the last period, including prototypes, military models, bracelets and all case and dial variants. The GMT–MASTER wristwatches have always generated a lot of interest among all collectors and were created as a result of the need of Pan American Airways to supply their pilots with a wristwatch which indicated simultaneously the time back home and the arrival destination time (in fact, the name GMT is based on Greenwich Mean Time). This edition also offers a widening of those references which have always been desired by enthusiasts and collectors, such as for example the refs. 6542, 1675, 16750 and many others.	$A 395 GST INCLUDED
	ROLEX CHRONOGRAPHS – THE LEGEND A volume of 450 pages which tells the history of every chronograph realized by Rolex and is an essential guide for collectors and enthusiasts. Pucci Papaleo. 32cm x 25cm. 412 pages. A volume of 450 pages which tells the history of every chronograph realized by Rolex and is an essential guide for collectors and enthusiasts. Through 1200 high quality images, one can observe the main features of the chronographs of the Geneva Maison and discover the evolution of their shapes, graphics and variety of dials. One focuses on their mechanics, considering their changes over years, and looks over those details which have made these models part of the Rolex legend. This edition represents an important support to know everything about Rolex chronographs; it is a book created to make people dream and fundamental for collectors.	$A 690 GST INCLUDED
	THE A TO Z OF ROLEX It is an edition which combines the essential notions for collectors and enthusiasts with a treatment spacing from the most loved models to the brand history stages. Marco Strazzi. 28.5cm x 25cm. It is an edition which combines the essential notions for collectors and enthusiasts (reference numbers, technical and aesthetic features, market valuations, catalogue of movements) with a treatment spacing from the most loved models to the brand history stages. The 26 elements identified, one for each letter of the alphabet, have been meticulously selected, and represent 26 essential subjects to understand and know the past, the present and the future Rolex prospects. Rolex dalla A alla Z deals with the history and the genesis of the most loved watches, the commercial and advertising strategies, the production revolution of the 2000’s, the fight against imitations and all the information essential for the collector to be completely knowledgeable	$A 190 GST INCLUDED
	THE MASTER OF OMEGA This volume runs through the history of the Omega SPEEDMASTER- FLIGHTMASTER– SPEEDSONIC and enables the enthusiast to know historical models, as well as to be updated about anything new. Alberto Isnardi. 32cm x 25cm. This volume runs through the history of the Omega SPEEDMASTER- FLIGHTMASTER– SPEEDSONIC and enables the enthusiast to know historical models, as well as to be updated about anything new. Thanks to the collaboration with the Omega museum, the rarest and most precious models have also been inserted, resulting in a book which is unique in its kind. All watches are illustrated in a large format with technical details, bracelet references and all quotations of the Master of Omega.	$A 340 GST INCLUDED

Rolex	Omega	IWC
Panerai	Patek Philippe	JLC
Breitling	Zenith	Other
Tag Heuer	Cartier	All Watches