This manual includes information on where to work and tools required, an explanation of clock movements, dismantling, cleaning, reassembly, oiling and adjustment, common clock escapements, using a lathe, dealing with striking and chiming clocks, and special areas such as balance staff fitting.
Aimed at those who want to learn watch repair, this guide covers the working environment, overhauling basic mechanical watches, stop watches, chronographs, some restoration, and basic quartz watches - both analogue and liquid crystal display.
New paperback edition. A comprehensive and practical reference guide for Horologists. Of interest to anyone who has considered clock repair as a hobby or a profession and for the existing repairer. Covers typical clock movement; simple dismantling; cleaning and reassembly procedures. Includes striking and chiming clocks. Mick Watters was a Fellow of the BHI and had over forty years' experience in clock and watch repair