Essence of Clock Repair

The Essence of Clock Repair by Sean C Monk. Published by American Watchmakers Institute Press, Birmingham, MI, 1983. 1st Edition. Hardbound, Paper DJ. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine in Chipped & Taped DJ. 193 Pgs. LCCN 83-071403. Photography by Richard Glasson. The author, a practicing clockmaker, records his successful methods of solving problems with various clocks that actually passed through his hands. He mixes the history of each clock with the repair procedures he exposes. Various types of striking clocks, escapements, pendulum problems and cures are discussed. Battery-powered and synchronous electric clocks are included with instructional ideas not otherwise available. The chapters are short, concise with both photos and drawings to aid the instructions. Even a tower clock is included. Description text copyright 2019 BooksForComfort. Item ID 39202.