Clocks, chronometers & watches (horology) books

238 books were found.

Rare Watches: Explore the World's Most Exquisite Timepieces

Rare Watches: Explore the World's Most Exquisite Timepieces...

Author: Paul Miquel
ISBN: 9781840917833
Format: Hardback
$79.99

A beautifully packaged look at the world's most sought-after timepieces, with detailed photography of every example....  Read More >>

The Wristwatch Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide to Mechanical Wristwatches

The Wristwatch Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide to Mechanical...

Author: Ryan Schmidt
ISBN: 9781851498291
Format: Hardback
$120.00

A reference work for the novice or the seasoned watch enthusiast, fully illustrated with 400 colour photographs,...  Read More >>

In Search of Lost Time

In Search of Lost Time

Author: D York
ISBN: 9781138429772
Format: Hardback
$242.00

Do you know that black holes can affect time? That Stonehenge is a giant calendar? That the Oracle Bones of the...  Read More >>

Independent Watchmakers

Independent Watchmakers

Author: Steve Huyton ,  Jean-Marie Schaller
ISBN: 9781851498987
Format: Hardback
$75.00

Collects 60 high-quality watches from independent makers, many of which are one-of-a-kind and have never before...  Read More >>

The Magic of Watches: A Smart Introduction to Fine Watchmaking

The Magic of Watches: A Smart Introduction to Fine Watchmaking...

Author: Louis Nardin
ISBN: 9782940506286
Format: Hardback
$80.00

What is a beautiful watch? How do you make a good choice? The Magic of Watches explains how and why these little...  Read More >>

Watches: An Identification Manual for Contemporary and Collector's Pieces

Watches: An Identification Manual for Contemporary and...

Author: Fabrice Gueroux
ISBN: 9782940506248
Format: Hardback
$110.00

A comprehensive guide to identifying fake watches.  Read More >>

Complete Guide to Making Wood Clocks, 3rd Edition: 37 Woodworking Projects for Traditional, Shaker & Contemporary Designs

Complete Guide to Making Wood Clocks, 3rd Edition: 37...

Author: John Nelson
ISBN: 9781565239579
Format: Paperback
$40.00

This complete guide to wooden clock making shows how to construct a wide variety of traditional, Shaker and contemporary...  Read More >>

Watches International Volume XIX

Watches International Volume XIX

Author: Tourbillon International
ISBN: 9780847862603
Format: Paperback
$59.99

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Flightmaster Only: The OMEGA Pilot's Watch

Flightmaster Only: The OMEGA Pilot's Watch

Author: Gregoire Rossier ,  Anthony Marquie
ISBN: 9782940506200
Format: Hardback
$340.00

Revealing the entirely unknown and yet rich story of the remarkable Flightmaster, the OMEGA pilot's watch.  Read More >>

A Man & His Watch: Iconic Watches and Stories from the Men Who Wore Them

A Man & His Watch: Iconic Watches and Stories from the...

Author: Matt Hranek
ISBN: 9781579657147
Format: Hardback
$80.00

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Sevan Bicakci: Time

Sevan Bicakci: Time

Author: Vivienne Becker
ISBN: 9781614286332
Format: Hardback
$425.00

Sevan Bicakci is a jeweler fit for an Ottoman emperor, bringing a mastery of traditional techniques largely unseen...  Read More >>

Vacheron Constantin: Reference 57260

Vacheron Constantin: Reference 57260

Author: Vacheron Constantin ,  Vacheron Constantin
ISBN: 9782080202758
Format: Hardback
$120.00

Vacheron Constantin, the oldest watch manufacturer in the world. Vacheron Constantin's latest creation, the Reference...  Read More >>

The Practical Watch Escapement

The Practical Watch Escapement

Author: George Daniels
ISBN: 9780856676871
Format: Hardback
$59.99

One of George Daniels' central contributions to horology is his co-axial escapement. This book explains the action...  Read More >>

Industrial Development, Technology Transfer, and Global Competition: A history of the Japanese watch industry since 1850

Industrial Development, Technology Transfer, and Global...

Author: Pierre-Yves Donze (Osaka University, Japan)
ISBN: 9781138650695
Format: Hardback
$326.00

Drawing on sources from Japanese, Swiss, and American archives, this book tackles a wide range of actors and sheds...  Read More >>

Maintaining and Repairing Mechanical Watches: A Practical Guide

Maintaining and Repairing Mechanical Watches: A Practical...

Author: Mark W Wiles
ISBN: 9781785001550
Format: Hardback
$75.00

This invaluable, practical book is written by a watch repairer with over twenty years' experience. It is aimed principally...  Read More >>

Marking Modern Times: A History of Clocks, Watches, and Other Timekeepers in American Life

Marking Modern Times: A History of Clocks, Watches,...

Author: Alexis McCrossen
ISBN: 9780226379685
Format: Paperback
$47.95

The public spaces and buildings of United States are home to many thousands of timepieces - time balls, and clock...  Read More >>

An Introductory Guide to Repairing Mechanical Clocks

An Introductory Guide to Repairing Mechanical Clocks...

Author: Scott Jeffery
ISBN: 9781785000928
Format: Hardback
$75.00

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Clock Cases: A Practical Guide to Their Construction, Restoration and Conservation

Clock Cases: A Practical Guide to Their Construction,...

Author: Nigel Barnes ,  Karoliina Ilmonen
ISBN: 9781785000232
Format: Hardback
$90.00

Suitable for all those with a passion for mechanical clocks, this book examines in detail the restoration processes...  Read More >>

Soon

Soon

Author: Olivier Gamiette ,  Olivier Gamiette
ISBN: 9781624650253
Format: Hardback
$79.07

Features Sentinelle with its six rotating glass cylinders, - the futuristic Celerity with horn-like propellers,...  Read More >>

Vacheron Constantin: Artists of Time

Vacheron Constantin: Artists of Time

Author: Franco Cologni ,  Ehrs Bruno
ISBN: 9782080202246
Format: Hardback
$160.00

Geneva-based Vacheron Constantin has maintained its reputation for producing exceptional timepieces, from its first...  Read More >>

John Whitehurst FRS: Innovator, Scientist, Geologist and Clockmaker

John Whitehurst FRS: Innovator, Scientist, Geologist...

Author: Maxwell Craven
ISBN: 9781781552650
Format: Hardback
$103.50

A fascinating and detailed account of a truly remarkable engineer, inventor and clockmaker from Derby  Read More >>

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