Watch Repair for Beginners: An Illustrated How-To Guide for the Beginner Watch Repairer

Harold Caleb Kelly

ISBN 10: 1616083735 / ISBN 13: 9781616083731

Published by Skyhorse Publishing, 2012

About this Item

2012. 1st Edition. Paperback. Suitable for those who want to know how to fix their own watch, this title helps them learn what horology is; the basics of watch and clock repairing; the mechanics of a clock; how the wheels work; the difference between an automatic watch, a stop watch, and a chronograph; and, more. Num Pages: 296 pages, 100 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: TDPB1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 314. . . . . . Seller Inventory # V9781616083731

Bibliographic Details

Title: Watch Repair for Beginners: An Illustrated ...

Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing

Publication Date: 2012

Binding: Soft cover

Condition: New

Edition: 1st Edition

About this title

Synopsis:

First written by the definitive expert in 1957, Watch Repair for Beginners is the ideal book for anyone who wants to know how to fix their own watch, or take up watch repair as a hobby.

Learn what horology is; the basics of watch and clock repairing; the mechanics of a clock; how the wheels work; the difference between an automatic watch, a stop watch, and a chronograph; and so much more. The table of contents includes:

• Wheel work of pendulum clocks
• Gearing
• Escapements for Balance Wheel Timepieces
• Striking Mechanisms
• Stop Watches and Chronographs
• Calendar Mechanisms
• And more!

With detailed black-and-white illustrations, this timeless classic is a must-have addition to any horology lover’s collection.

About the Author:

Harold C. Kelly was an expert on clock and watch repair, and wrote several books on clock repairing, including Clock Repairing as a Hobby, Watch Repairing for Beginners and the classic book Watch Repair.