A Practical Course in Horology (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781473328488)

This vintage book contains a complete guide to horology. Horology is the science of measuring time and constructing timepieces. This volume contains information on all aspects ranging from basic principles to oiling, cleaning, adjusting, and much more. Written in simple language and profusely illustrated, "A Practical Course in Horology" will be of considerable utility to novices and apprentices. Contents include: "General Principles", "Wheel Work", "Gearing", "The Lever Escapement", "The Controlling Mechanism", "Practical Repairing", "Train Problems", "Jeweling", "Making a Balance Staff", "Pivoting", "Fitting Balance Springs", "Escapement Adjusting", "Cleaning and Oiling", "Preliminary Notes on Adjusting", et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of clocks and watches.

Author: Harold C. Kelly
ISBN-10: 1473328489
ISBN-13: 9781473328488
Publisher: White Press
Language: English
Published: 09/06/2016
Pages: 198
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.57lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.45d