The Pocket Watch: Restoration, Maintenance and Repair
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Author(s)Christopher Barrow
PublisherRobert Hale
ISBN / ASIN071980390X
ISBN-139780719803901
AvailabilityUsually ships in 24 hours
Sales Rank153,694
CategoryAntiques & Collectibles
MarketplaceUnited States 🇺🇸
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An updated and revised edition of this practical guide the book the author wished he had on hand at the start of his 20 years cleaning and repairing pocket watches Using as examples six of the most typical types of watch from a period spanning the late 18th century to the early 20th century, the author takes the intelligent enthusiast through the cleaning and repair process, step by careful step, using photographs of excellent clarity, and in lucid language, characterized by his own friendly and helpful tone. He aims to equip the reader with a sound basic knowledge not just of the process but also all the tools and materials as well as their sources.
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