Chronographomania

Why watch fanatics care about chronographs.

As Esquire notes, "chronographs are functional, steeped in history and (usually) good-looking. Some of the most lusted-after watches of all time are chronographs, and their mystique drives collectors to new heights of obsession."

Here are a few famous ones, ranging from Breitling and Omega, to Rolex and Patek. Enjoy.