This practical handbook, originally published in 1914 and reprinted in 2013, offers a comprehensive guide to the repair and making of clocks from the pre-World War I era. It delves into the tools, materials, and methods essential for servicing a wide array of English and French timepieces, including skeleton clocks, pendulum timepieces, portable clocks, striking and chiming clocks, turret clocks, and electric clocks. The detailed explanations and included illustrations provide invaluable insights into the horological practices of the early 20th century, making it a significant resource for horologists and collectors alike.
This manual is designed to be an authoritative reference for understanding and performing clock repair and making. It covers detailed cleaning and repair methods, descriptions of special tools and materials, and hints for clock making and alterations. The content is presented in English and is intended to guide both novice and experienced individuals in the meticulous work of clock maintenance and restoration. Its comprehensive scope ensures that users can effectively address a broad spectrum of clock-related challenges.
Originally published in 1914, this book aims to give practical advice to anyone wishing to clean, repair and make all kinds of clocks. Alongside the very detailed and precise descriptions, there are many illustrations that deal with everything from chimes and the description of striking works, to hints on clock making. Contents Include Introduction Cleaning a Skeleton Clock Repairing a Skeleton Clock Special Tools and Processes Other Pendulum Timepieces Pendulums Portable Clocks English Striking Clocks French and American Striking Clocks Quarter Striking and Chiming Clocks Turret Clocks Making Clocks Altering Clocks Electric Clocks
Author: Garrard, F. J.
Publisher: Hesperides Press
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Clock Repairing and Making - A Practical Handbook Dealing With The Tools, Materials and Methods Used in Cleaning and Repairing all Kinds of English an
Pages: 00184 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2013-04-16
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781443735469
Category: Antiques & Collectibles : Clocks & Watches
Originally published in 1914, this book aims to give practical advice to anyone wishing to clean, repair and make all kinds of clocks. Alongside the very detailed and precise descriptions, there are many illustrations that deal with everything from chimes and the description of striking works, to hints on clock making. Contents Include Introduction Cleaning a Skeleton Clock Repairing a Skeleton Clock Special Tools and Processes Other Pendulum Timepieces Pendulums Portable Clocks English Striking Clocks French and American Striking Clocks Quarter Striking and Chiming Clocks Turret Clocks Making Clocks Altering Clocks Electric Clocks
Author: Garrard, F. J.
Publisher: Hesperides Press
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Clock Repairing and Making - A Practical Handbook Dealing With The Tools, Materials and Methods Used in Cleaning and Repairing all Kinds of English an
Pages: 00184 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2013-04-16
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781443735469
Category: Antiques & Collectibles : Clocks & Watches
