Repairing old clocks and watches /
Repairing old clocks & watches
A.J. Whiten ; illustrations by Joel Degen.
- viii, 280 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Includes index.
Hints for the horological amateur -- Simple repair methods -- Sundry tips -- Turning -- Making up equipment -- Dismantling a watch -- Cleaning -- The escapement -- Hairsprings -- The wheels -- Pivots, pillars and jewels -- Power sources -- The worst job -- Keyless work -- Oiling -- Rating or timing -- Not dismantled -- Case repairs -- The verge watch -- The cylinder watch -- Different types of clock -- Social duties -- How to collect -- Dates -- History.