Making Clocks
Making Clocks

Author: Stan Bray

Publisher: Workshop Practice

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781854862143

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Stan Bray introduces the fascinating world of horology to the complete beginner. This book explains the terminology of the clockmaker and provides general details of clock construction including layout of wheels and escarpments, a number of the latter being described. Making of wheels, pinions, escarpments, plates, pendulums, weights, cases, hands and faces is described. The necessary tools and equipment are described with details of how to make specialized items and choice of most suitable materials for their construction.

How to Repair 20 American Clocks
How to Repair 20 American Clocks

Author: Steven G. Conover

Publisher:

Published: 2004-01-01

Total Pages: 140

ISBN-13: 9780975257401

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The book describes and illustrates the complete repair of the movement, including time and strike functions, and where applicable, dial, hands, and case. Eighteen American striking clocks, one time-only wall clock with date function, and one electromechanical clock are included.

Ticktock Banneker's Clock
Ticktock Banneker's Clock

Author: Shana Keller

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press

Published: 2016-09-01

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 1627539654

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Throughout his life, Benjamin Banneker was known and admired for his work in science, mathematics, and astronomy, just to name a few pursuits. But even when he was born in Maryland in 1731, he was already an extraordinary person for that time period. He was born free at a time in America when most African Americans were slaves. Though he only briefly attended school and was largely self-taught, at a young age Benjamin displayed a keen aptitude for mathematics and science. Inspired by a pocket watch he had seen, at the age of 22 he built a strike clock based on his own drawings and using a pocket-knife. This picture book biography focuses on one episode in a remarkable life.

Encyclopedia of Antique American Clocks
Encyclopedia of Antique American Clocks

Author: C.H. Wendel

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2004-05-28

Total Pages: 732

ISBN-13: 1440225346

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From old schoolhouse clocks to stately grandfather clocks, the Encyclopedia of Antique American Clocks presents the most comprehensive guide to America's clocks. More than 700 photographs of clocks include detailed descriptions and current market values. The clocks are presented in an easy-to-follow format organized by clock type. Also included is information about the major clock manufacturers, and overview of clock types and a brief history of clock making. Arranged by clock type, the Encyclopedia of Antique American Clocks includes: • Grandfather clocks • Wall clocks • Classic clocks • Shelf clocks • Novelty clocks Special chapters on: • Clock types • History of clock making • Clocks from smaller clock makers • Leading clock makers • Glossary • Bibliography • Photo index