Watch Repair for Beginners - by Harold C Kelly (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>2021 Reprint of the 1957 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition and not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Originally published as <em>Watch Repair</em> by Kelly in 1957. Copiously illustrated with line engravings and photographs. First written by one of the definitive experts in 1957, this is the perfect beginning for anyone looking to learn about the theory and practice of watch and watch repair. 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. This book was prepared for use as a home study course in horology and as a reference for the student in horological schools. It its preparation the author has kept in mind the practical and theoretical knowledge required by those organizations that prepare students for expertise in related fields. </p><p>Chapters: </p><p>Part 1. Practical horology: Introductory remarks to beginners -- Practical clock repairing -- Practical watch repairing -- Repair and adjustment problems taken from practice -- Part 2. The mechanics of horology: Wheel work of pendulum clocks -- wheel work of balance wheel clocks and watches -- Gearing -- Escapements for pendulum clocks -- Escapements for balance wheel timepieces -- Striking mechanisms -- Automatic watches -- Stop watches and chonographs -- Calendar mechanisms -- Part 3. Theoretical horology: A study of the pendulum -- A study of the balance and balance spring.</p>
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