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The Clock Repairer's Handbook [Paperback]

Laurie Penman (Author)

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Paperback: 176 pages
Publisher: David & Charles; New ed of 2 Revised ed edition (30 Jun 2000)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0715311220
ISBN-13: 978-0715311226
Product Dimensions: 24.4 x 16.6 x 1.6 cm

Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 325,195 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #32 in Books > Home & Garden > Antiques & Collectables > Restoration & Maintenance
- #62 in Books > Science & Nature > Engineering & Technology > Production, Manufacturing & Operational > Materials & Industries > Precision Instruments
- #70 in Books > Home & Garden > Antiques & Collectables > Antiques & Collectables by Subject > Clocks & Watches

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A guide to diagnosing and correcting faults in many different clocks, whether antique of fairly new. There are detailed descriptions of repair methods, including alternative techniques to suit a less well equipped workshop or inexperienced repairer. Many aspects of clock repair are covered, including lathe work, cleaning, bushing, pivoting and mounting, replacing or repairing an escapement, train faults and gears, suspension and crutches, striking and chiming work, lubrication, assembly and testing.

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The Clock Repairer's Handbook 5 May 2004

By Mr D Wright

Format:Paperback

Saw the price of clocks on E Bay and decided to buy one in need of restoration. This book is the better of 2 bought on Amazon. Straight forward clear and concise. My complicated new hobby has suddenly become easy and profitable.

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In the same vein as De Carle 7 Dec 2000

By Carruthers Brian

Format:Paperback

I must admit that I bought this book as I have many others, expecting to be sorely disappointed. Well I was wrong. Having been weaned on Donald De Carle I must present a challenge to any aspiring horological author. Imagine my surprise and delight to find an author with the same insight and obvious love of timepieces as De Carle! A craftsman who can explain the intricacies of non-standard repairs with the same clarity as simple replacements is a gem. His explanations are clear, concise, and understandable to any level. I can hardly wait to see what his future offerings have in store. Well done Laurie

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Not a beginner's book 15 Feb 2009

By Mr. M. P. T. Palmer

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Although the author has tried to write a book for people of all abilities, this is not a good book for the absolute beginner.

The author assumes a knowledge of clock functions and a familiarity with technical expressions that the beginner won't have. Although there are some sections dealing with very basic things, e.g. "How to oil a clock", Mr Penman is soon on about "verge flags" and "lantern pinions" or casually suggesting that we solder new teeth into damaged cogs or make our own replacement parts.

I needed a basic book to tell me how to clean, lubricate and adjust my mantle clock. Sadly, I soon got completely bogged down in this one.

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Ordered this Clock repair handbook on 6th April no word from anybody if its coming or not clock is ticking rubbish service and communications from both parties
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The book contains all the information I need to help me to build a skeleton clock. Having built a weight driven clock the book has helped me to understand how the escapement works. Read more

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Fine.....but only if you know what a 'pinion' is!

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I am sure this is a very good book however although it starts well enough (for a complete novice) it soon became too technical for me.

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Brilliant treatment of a subject that is complex for novices like me. I loved the idea of 'dunking the clock' to clean it

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