Watch and Clock Escapements;A Complete Study in Theory and Practice of the Lever, Cylinder and Chronometer Escapements, Together with a Brief Account of the Origi and Evolution of the Escapement in Horology

A complete study of escapements in watchmaking, as well as a short account of the history and development of the escapement in horology. With helpful diagrams and a wealth of fascinating information, this volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in clockmaking and horology in general. Contents include: "The Detaches Lever Escapement", "The Cylinder Escapement", "The Chronometer Escapement", "History of Escapements", and "Putting in a New Cylinder". Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction. First published in 1904.

Product details

• Authors: Anon, Anon.
• Publisher: White Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.09.2016
• EAN: 9781473328549
• ISBN: 978-1-4733-2854-9
• No. of pages: 186
• Dimensions: 140 mm x 216 mm x 10 mm
• Weight: 242 g
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > Art > Antiques