This vintage book contains a complete guide to horology. Horology is the
science of measuring time and constructing timepieces. This volume
contains information on all aspects ranging from basic principles to
oiling, cleaning, adjusting, and much more. Written in simple language
and profusely illustrated, "A Practical Course in Horology" will be of
considerable utility to novices and apprentices. Contents include:
"General Principles", "Wheel Work", "Gearing", "The Lever Escapement",
"The Controlling Mechanism", "Practical Repairing", "Train Problems",
"Jeweling", "Making a Balance Staff", "Pivoting", "Fitting Balance
Springs", "Escapement Adjusting", "Cleaning and Oiling", "Preliminary
Notes on Adjusting", et cetera. 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 on the history of clocks and watches.