{"product_id":"from-case-to-caliber-thomas-calder-9798247734475","title":"From Case to Caliber: A Beginner's Practical Guide to Watchmaking, Tools, and Movement Servicing","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom Case to Caliber\u003c\/b\u003e is a clear, practical introduction to the art and mechanics of watchmaking, designed for readers who want to understand how watches work and learn how to service them with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book guides beginners step by step through the essential foundations of watchmaking, starting with the basic principles of timekeeping and moving steadily into hands-on skills such as movement disassembly, cleaning, lubrication, regulation, and reassembly. Both mechanical and quartz watches are explained in simple, professional language, making the content accessible without sacrificing technical accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders will learn how to identify watch components, select and care for essential tools, and develop safe working habits that protect delicate parts. Common problems are explained in a practical way, helping new watchmakers understand not just what to do, but why each step matters. The book emphasizes patience, precision, and methodical thinking-skills that are central to successful watchmaking at any level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRather than overwhelming the reader with advanced complications, \u003cb\u003eFrom Case to Caliber\u003c\/b\u003e focuses on building strong fundamentals. Each chapter builds logically on the last, allowing skills and confidence to grow naturally. By the end of the book, readers will be able to approach basic servicing and adjustments with a clear understanding of movement structure, function, and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a hobbyist, a collector who wants to better understand your watches, or someone considering watchmaking as a long-term craft, this book provides a solid and reliable starting point. With a balance of theory, practical guidance, and professional insight, \u003cb\u003eFrom Case to Caliber\u003c\/b\u003e opens the door to a timeless craft built on detail, discipline, and respect for precision engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Thomas Calder\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798247734475\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/10\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 132\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.41lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.28d","brand":"Thomas Calder","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48437657207039,"sku":"9798247734475","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_08289d3c-63ad-4463-92cd-d95aa61b1538.jpg?v=1777163210","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/from-case-to-caliber-thomas-calder-9798247734475","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}