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Ref: 3498 | ANTIQUARIAN HOROLOGICAL SOCIETY : TIME AND PLACE - ENGLISH COUNTRY CLOCKS 1600-1840 | £30.00
| | 270pp Illus SC 2006 A welcome addition and high quality publication which is much more than just a catalogue of the exhibition of the same name held from Nov 2006 to April 2007 at Oxford. The illustrations accompanying each of the knowledgable and full descriptions of 68 exhibits are of a very high quality, revealing the finer detail of movements and case design. Also includes a good bibliography of regional makers and list of UK museums with horological exhibits. |
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Ref: 1977 | BACON D H : WATCHMAKING IN LLANGOLLEN BY ROBERT HUGHES | £31.00
| | 111pp Illus 2000 Detailed account of the factory system as introduced by Robert Hughes in the 19th century allowing him to become the major supplier to the Welsh retail trade. |
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Ref: 2278 | BAILLY C : GOLDEN AGE OF AUTOMATA | £110.00
| | 359pp Illus 2003 A fine book and a long overdue reprint packed with historical, technical and restoration of both figures and movements as well as reproduced original catalogues to aid identification of makers. |
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Ref: 2904 | BAKER GL, BLACKBURN JA : THE PENDULUM: A CASE STUDY IN PHYSICS | £49.00
| | 300pp 2005 Illus, halftones. Provides fascinating information about the history of the pendulum and what scientists thought it did, the revolution wrought by Foucault, the special cases of the torsion pendulum, the chaotic pendulum, the quantum pendulum, and coupled pendulums, the effects of superconductivity, and the most familiar to most of us, the pendulum clock. Includes information on special interests in the appendices, such as the inverted pendulum and the longnow clock. |
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Ref: 61 | BANFIELD E : THE BANFIELD FAMILY COLLECTION OF BAROMETERS | £6.95
| | 313 Illus SC l995 Basically catalogue author's collection of 280 items made between 1680 and 1970. Useful descriptions and estimated dates. |
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Ref: 58 | BANFIELD E : BAROMETERS: ANEROID AND BAROGRAPHS | £11.95
| | 160pp Well illus l985 Traces history and development 1663 to 20th century together with advice re handling, dating etc. One of an excellent series of titles by same author. |
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Ref: 56 | BANFIELD E : BAROMETERS: WHEEL OR BANJO | £11.95
| | 160pp Again well illus l985 Traces history and development 1663 to 20th century together with advice re handling, dating etc. One of an excellent series of titles by same author. |
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Ref: 3352 | BANFIELD E : BAROMETERS: WHEEL OR BANJO | £7.00
| | 160pp Again well illus l985 Traces history and development 1663 to 20th century together with advice re handling, dating etc. One of an excellent series of titles by same author. Good used copy. |
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Ref: 59 | BANFIELD E : BAROMETER MAKERS AND RETAILERS 1660-1900 | £9.95
| | 246pp Illus SC l991 Tremendous value - excellent directory of over 4000 names together with their working dates, addresses etc. One of an excellent series of titles by same author. |
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Ref: 55 | BANFIELD E : ANTIQUE BAROMETERS: An illustrated survey | £6.95
| | 119pp Illus SC l989 reprint originally printed l976. Good illustrative survey - best general introductory book covering domestic, stick, wheel and aneroid types. |
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Ref: 60 | BANFIELD E : BAROMETERS: STICK OR CISTERN TUBE | £14.95
| | 256pp Well illus l985 Traces history and development 1663 to 20th century, Fitzroy etc together with advice re handling, dating etc. One of an excellent series of titles by same author. |
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Ref: 3353 | BANFIELD E : BAROMETERS: ANEROID AND BAROGRAPHS | £7.00
| | 160pp Well illus l985 Traces history and development 1663 to 20th century together with advice re handling, dating etc. One of an excellent series of titles by same author. Good used copy. |
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Ref: 57 | BANFIELD E : ITALIAN INFLUENCE ON ENGLISH BAROMETERS FROM 1780 | £7.95
| | 160pp Illus SC l993 Author traces origins and background of early Italian migrant makers. Covers important Italian makers especially Negretti & Zambra. |
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Ref: 62 | BARDER RCR : THE GEORGIAN BRACKET CLOCK 1714-1830 | £45.00
| | 233pp Illus 2001 reprint Overview of clockmaking early 1700s then moves to the zenith in bracket clock design (1760-1800) Discusses movements, dials, casework (including lacquer). Interesting section on the export trade to the East etc. Important reference work. |
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Ref: 2426 | BARTKY I R : SELLING THE TRUE TIME | £30.00
| | 307pp Illus 2002 Studies transition from local to national timekeeping (standard time) - result of serious research on negotiations with governments, contributions made by clockmakers, telegraph technicians, selling of time signals by university astronomer. |
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Ref: 1944 | BELL CJ : PENDANT AND POCKET WATCHES 1500-1950 | £27.50
| | 366pp Col. Illus 2004 with updated 2009 values. Apart from being a price guide this book is very well presented and takes the reader through the years and styles of watches in a themed style, including a very brief but helpful overview for those new to watch collecting. A value for money book. |
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Ref: 84 | BELLCHAMBERS J : SOMERSET CLOCKMAKERS | £18.00
| | 79pp b/w illus. SC OP 1986 reprint of l968 original. Chapters on the Bilbie and Cockey families as well as usual directories of makers and their work. |
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Ref: 1194 | BENEY DR : BEAMINSTER CLOCKS AND THEIR MAKERS | £5.00
| | 61pp Illus SC OP 1996 40 makers listed - examples of some of their work illustrated and described. Useful contribution. As new. |
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Ref: 94 | BERNER GA : DICTIONNAIRE PROFESSIONNEL ILLUSTRE DE L HORLOGERIE 2002 | £140.00
| | Over 1300pp Diagrams Single volume combines main and supplement 2002 reprint French/German/English/Spanish horological terminology covering tools, materials, parts, procedures etc 4790 entries Invaluable in so far as each entry fully describes the item and its function |
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Ref: 105 | BERTELE von H : MARINE AND POCKET CHRONOMETERS | £95.00
| | 364pp Extravagantly illus c/b/w l991 41 makers discussed and 350 different chronometers described from historical and technical aspect. Many views of both marine and pocket chronometer movements, this title continues to be a favoured best seller. |
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Ref: 2082 | BETTS J : TIME RESTORED: THE HARRISON TIMEKEEPERS AND R T GOULD THE MAN WHO KNEW (ALMOST) EVERYTHING | £40.00
| | 480pp Illus 2006. The first and long awaited biography of polymath Rupert Gould, who in the 1920's restored the great 18th century maritime timekeepers by John Harrison. The book represents a significant and unique contribution to the History of Technology as well as to horology. Extensively and extremely well illustrated it will be suitable for historians of science and a wide general readership with Jonathan Betts' knowledge from his position at the Royal Observatory, National Maritime Museum, Greenwich ensuring an authoritative record. Although a new title, believed to be a limited print run. Please order promptly to avoid disappointment. |
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Ref: 2619 | BIOLCHINI G : WESTCLOX - IDENTIFICATION AND PRICE GUIDE | £29.95
| | 192pp Illus SC 2003 Westclox largest manufacturers of alarm clocks 1920-1980 I- this book includes production dates. Styles etc of their clocks, pocket and wristwatches dating from 1885-1980.Price guidance included. New collecting area? |
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Ref: 2617 | BIRD C : METAMEC - THE CLOCKMAKER DEREHAM | £25.00
| | 384pp Illus 2003 Examples of Metamec clocks can be found in boot fairs at reasonable prices Ideal for the young collector or those who see future investment possibilities! This book enables you to identify the rare models. Reprint of original catalog. |
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Ref: 119 | BIRD C & Y : NORFOLK AND NORWICH CLOCKS AND CLOCKMAKERS | £39.95
| | 240pp Illus 1996 Good listing with some interesting preliminary chapters plus appendix placing history of Metamec Company on record. |
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Ref: 3561 | BRANSTON T & EISEL J : HEREFORDSHIRE CLOCKMAKERS & WATCHMAKERS | £25.00
| | 208pp 165 Illus 2005 A comprehensive reference book based on fifty years research, covering regional makers and their journeymen and apprentices whom left to trade elsewhere, running through into early 20th century. Includes section on Turret clocks. |
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Ref: 174 | BRAUN P : WRISTWATCH ANNUAL: 2010 | £22.00
| | 456pp Illus 2010 Annual publication of producers, models and specifications with lavish illustration and details of over 100 of the top makes of wristwatches including, Audemars, Breguet, Chopard, Glashutte, Jaeger, Longines, Ulysse, Panerai, Patek Phillippe, Rolex, TAG, Vacheron. |
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Ref: 2900 | BRAUN P : WRISTWATCH ANNUAL 2005 | £20.00
| | 400pp Illus SC OP 2005 Annual publication of producers, models and specifications with lavish illustration and details of over 100 of the top makes of wristwatches including, Audemars, Breguet, Chopard, Glashutte, Jaeger, Longines, Ulysse, Panerai, Patek Phillippe, Rolex, TAG, Vacheron. |
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 | BRAUN P : WRISTWATCH ANNUAL 2009 Ref: 157 £22.00 | |
| 456pp Illus 2009 Annual publication of producers, models and specifications with lavish illustration and details of over 100 of the top makes of wristwatches including, Audemars, Breguet, Chopard, Glashutte, Jaeger, Longines, Ulysse, Panerai, Patek Phillippe, Rolex, TAG, Vacheron. |
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Ref: 3699 | BRICKER W R : MILITARY TIMEPIECES | £12.00
| | 48pp Illus SC 2002 A useful addition to the limited number of publications relating to Military Timepieces. Illustrates and describes with background context material the pocket and wristwatch items dispalyed atan NAWCC exhibition in March 2002. |
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Ref: 153 | BROWN H, THOMAS N : COMIC CHARACTER TIMEPIECES | £59.95
| | 280pp Illus 1991 Mainly wristwatches - good general survey of Mickey Mouse, Dan Dare etc. models Includes values. |
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Ref: 160 | BRUNNER GL, PFEIFFER-BELLI C : WRISTWATCHES - HANDBOOK/PRICE GUIDE | £16.95
| | 186pp Well Illus with photos SC 5th revised ed. (updated prices) 2005. Good survey - potted history of manufacturer's some technical detail of how watches work and individual features. Excellent reference at a sensible price. |
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Ref: 1851 | BRUTON E : COLLECTOR'S DICTIONARY OF CLOCKS AND WATCHES | £25.00
| | 352pp Illus OP 2000 Eric Bruton is a respected horologist , author and publisher (NAG press) This is therefore not a trite compendium repeating much that has gone before but an excellent overview for the newcomer and established collector. |
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Ref: 3507 | BUCHER R, PFEIFFER-BELLI C : IWC PILOT WATCHES: FLYING LEGENDS SINCE 1936 | £31.00
| | 96pp Illus 2006 A well wriiten title bringing together the knowledge and good quality illustrations from 9 well known authors. With IWC Pilot watches proving so popular this is a much deserved good value new title. |
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Ref: 2511 | BUNDOCK M, McKAY C. : JAMES W BENSON - TURRET CLOCK MAKERS | £15.00
| | 71pp Illus SC 2002 Excerpt from Benson's Time and Time Tellers followed by reprints of Benson catalogues Helpful source material. |
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Ref: 202 | CESCINSKY H, WEBSTER M : ENGLISH DOMESTIC CLOCKS | £45.00
| | 354pp 407 Illus 2000 reprint . Covers all the early lantern, bracket and longcase styles showing spandrels, hands etc as well as full length view. The restorers' and dealers' bible! |
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Ref: 1850 | CLOUTMAN E : ENGLISH AND SCOTTISH MUSICAL CLOCKS | £65.00
| | 56pp Illus 2000 OP Unique and indispensable reference work providing tunes from 55 clocks, scores of 50 tunes, nine sheets of music etc. |
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Ref: 2894 | COLLINS P : BIZARRE BAROMETERS and other unusual weather forecasters | £7.95
| | 104pp Illus SC 2004 Marvelously informative; covering weather houses, storm predictors and forecasters, storm glasses and the early weather glasses. |
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Ref: 2337 | COLLINS P : BAROGRAPHS | £9.95
| | 137pp Illus SC 2002 Develops history as well giving some practical advice on general maintenance and a wide selection of illustrations. |
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Ref: 238 | COLLINS P : CARE AND RESTORATION OF BAROMETERS | £6.95
| | 116pp Illus SC l990 Marvelously informative; covering how to restore and care for wheel, stick and aneroid barometers. |
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Ref: 3690 | COLLINS P : FITZROY AND HIS BAROMETERS | £9.95
| | 144pp Illus SC 2007 A new title in this marvellous series of books by this Author, covering one of the most popular range of barometers by FitzRoy. |
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Ref: 2261 | COWHAM M : A DIAL IN YOUR POKE | £50.00
| | 224pp over 300 col. Illus OP 2004 A much needed book on portable sundials, with chapters featuring Pillar, Butterfield, Augsburg, Ring, Inclining, Pillar Dials and Nocturnal, Calendar and Perpetual devices. |
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Ref: 1959 | COWHAM M : SUNDIALS OF THE BRITISH ISLES | £48.50
| | 272pp 500 Illus, most in full colour 2005. Describes almost 400 dials, 12 regional chapters, combining the knowledge of 28 authors, with additional chapters on early dials, stained glass dials and portable dials. Limited individually numbered print run so be sure to order soon ! |
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Ref: 1335 | DANIELS G : WATCHMAKING | £45.00
| | 420pp Illus 3rd ed reprinted 2002 OP. A fantastic work written by a master in the craft with the intention of inspiring others in the art of watchmaking A complete text book covering all aspects of the making of a precision watch. This revision and enlarged edition includes information previously only in French edition. |
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Ref: 3481 | DAVIES E : GREATER MANCHESTER CLOCKS AND CLOCK/WATCHMAKERS | £35.00
| | 344pp 270 Illus 2007 Available now, the first new title for 2007, the book provides a detailed study of clock and watchmaking and the craftsmen and women who worked in Greater Manchester, including Salford, Stockport, Oldham, Bolton,Bury, Rochdale and Wigan. Chapters discuss, turret clocks, watchmaking, lantern clocks and longcase clocks in South-east Lancashire and North-east Cheshire. Over 5500 clockmakers and 3700 watch makers, to end of 19th century. |
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Ref: 281 | DAWSON P, DROVER C, and PARKES D : EARLY ENGLISH CLOCKS | £45.00
| | 550pp Over 900 illus 2004 reprint of 1982ed. One of the most important books to be published for many a year Knowledgeable authors! Both casework and movements of examples made by the famous makers described and discussed in detail. |
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Ref: 1246 | DE CARLE D : COMPLICATED WATCHES AND THEIR REPAIR | £18.50
| | 174pp Figs 2005 reprint Relates to complicated wristwatches dealing with all such repair work from the relatively simple to the triple complicated watch with chronograph, calendar and repeater work. |
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Ref: 287 | DE CARLE D : PRACTICAL WATCH REPAIRING | £17.99
| | 319pp Figs Latest edition and one of the student's standard text books - takes each process logically step by step. |
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Ref: 288 | DE CARLE D : WATCH AND CLOCK ENCYCLOPEDIA | £21.99
| | 340pp Over 1400 figs l995 4th ed Much expanded and updated. Every horologist whether interested in practical or historical matters should own a copy. Nomenclature of cases/parts of clocks and watches, types/styles/ dates, clock/watch trains. |
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Ref: 286 | DE CARLE D : CLOCK AND WATCH REPAIRING | £18.99
| | 309pp Illus 2nd revised ed 2003 Not a combined edition of Practical Clock/Practical Watch - differing contents. |
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Ref: 283 | DE CARLE D : THE WATCHMAKER'S AND MODEL ENGINEER'S LATHE | £17.50
| | 220pp Illus 5th ed 1998 Unique guide to old and new lathes and their accessories as well as practical content on how to use. Section added with revised directory of stockists. |
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Ref: 284 | DE CARLE D : PRACTICAL CLOCK REPAIRING | £18.99
| | 224pp Figs Latest edition Includes details for making fusee timepiece as well as step by step tuition of a wide variety of clock types - French, Carriage, Bracket , Alarm. |
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Ref: 305 | DOWLING JM, HESS JP : ROLEX WRISTWATCHES THE BEST OF TIMES | £90.00
| | 399pp Illus throughout New revised edition 2006. A thorough history includes hundred of examples. Thorough education for anyone already collecting Rolex watches or about to embark. Plenty of detailed information that should help avoid the pitfalls! Includes value guide. |
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Ref: 2229 | EDGCUMBE R : THE ART OF THE GOLD CHASER IN 18TH CENTURY LONDON | £60.00
| | 197pp plus c 100 plates colour/black white 2000 Stunning book almost entirely devoted to watch cases! What a pity the title gives no indication of the value of this work to horologists! Biographical dictionary of the chasers - wonderful illustrations of the actual cases and an analysis of the casework. |
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Ref: 1110 | EDWARDES E : WEIGHT DRIVEN DUTCH CLOCKS & THEIR JAPANESE CONNECTIONS | £25.00
| | 206pp Illus l996 Last work of Edwardes published some ten years after his death as memorial to a dedicated horologist. Some interesting discussion on both casework and mechanisms. |
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Ref: 3702 | EHLERS R, WIEGMANN V : VINTAGE PANERAI: WATCHES WITH HISTORY | £75.00
| | 228pp Illus 2007 At long last a high quality publication packed with colour illustrations providing an overview of a selection of historical Panerai watches such as the Californai Dial, Radiomir and Luminor, their use of the Rolex Crown and available historical information including accounts of their use by combat swimmers. English German and Italian text makes life a little easier ! |
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Ref: 2288 | ELLIS R : LINCOLNSHIRE CLOCK AND WATCHMAKERS | £35.00
| | 247pp Illus 2001 Excellent directory of names plus appendices - one on case makers breaks new ground. |
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Ref: 1972 | EVANS J : THOMAS TOMPION AT THE DIAL AND THREE CROWNS | £30.00
| | 130pp Illus col/bw 2006 monograph on Thomas Tompion comprising two parts. The first part expands on previously published material, with extra illustrations. The second part of the publication is a checklist of all items known to the author to have been made by Tompion, his apprentices and associates together with abbreviated details of each item. This will surely become a key reference work. |
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Ref: 357 | FABER E, UNGER S : THE AMERICAN WRIST WATCH - FIVE DECADES OF DESIGN | £58.00
| | 274pp Illus Revised/updated/enlarged 2nd l996 ed. Preliminary chapters explain technical improvements, relate fashion, world events to designs etc. - Lindbergh watch, character electric and quartz watches etc. |
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Ref: 2560 | FORRER M et alia : L' AVENTURE DE LA MONTRE A QUARTZ | £50.00
| | 442pp Illus 2002 Recounts the research carried out by Swiss watch industry since 1960s by Swiss Horological Centre - obviously rich source of information on quartz electronic/quartz etc Packed with detailed technical information - do need to read French. |
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Ref: 2561 | FRAITURE E : UURWERKMAKERS EN UURWERKNIJVERHEID IN VLAANDERER | £40.00
| | 296pp Illus SC 2002 Excellent study of Belgian horology with good biographical list of makers - regrettable language barrier to overcome as this is an intensive study. |
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Ref: 1223 | FRIEDBERG FJ : THE ILLINOIS WATCH | £59.95
| | 272pp Illus 2004 A significant title featuring a history of the company, well researched, depicting historic documentation, advertisements and a visual and descriptive record of nearly every watch type produced, with price guide. Focuses upon the wristwatch but much of the information is applicable to the pocket watch. |
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Ref: 389 | GAZELEY WJ : CLOCK AND WATCH ESCAPEMENTS | £22.00
| | 294pp 192 figs 2001 reprint. Deals with design and making/locating and rectifying defects Includes verge but am told by customer that you need both books by this author to have complete details. Sorry!! One of the standard textbooks on the subject. |
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Ref: 3228 | GAZELEY WJ : WATCH AND CLOCK MAKING AND REPAIRING | £25.00
| | 425pp Figs 1993 ed now on 4th reprint. Comprehensive coverage of construction and repair e.g. art of turning, chronographs, calendar watches, chronometers, causes of failure etc. Author was much respected by the trade during his working life. |
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Ref: 3463 | GENTS : THE ( GENTS ) BP SYSTEM OF PATENT SILENT ELECTRIC CLOCKS | £10.00
| | 28pp Illus SC 2005 Reprint of original 1907 catalogue for these master and slabve clocks; full details of all savailable system components, including turret and workmans tell-tale clocks. |
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Ref: 181 | GLENNIE P, THIFT N : SHAPING THE DAY: A HISTORY OF TIMEKEEPING IN ENGLAND AND WALES 1300 - 1800 | £35.00
| | 456pp Illus 2009 A thorough and well researched study of the practice of timekeeping which draws on socilaa historical records as well as overturning the common perception that clock time and the industrial revolution were intimately related. A good read. |
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Ref: 1967 | GOULD RT : THE MARINE CHRONOMETER | £50.00
| | 401pp Illus Awaited reprint : Publishers worldwide release date has slipped again I'm afraid now into end 2009.... or beyond. Still THE classic reference work on chronometers; and a long overdue reprint. ADVANCE ORDERS BEING TAKEN NOW : No advance payment will be taken until books are available and your order is reconfirmed with you. |
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Ref: 1197 | GREENLAW J : SWANSEA CLOCKS:WATCH AND CLOCKMAKERS OF SWANSEA DISTRICT (LLANELLI, LLANDEILO AND NEATH) | £50.00
| | 125pp Illus SC OP 1997. Apart from traditional listings names/biographical etc. detail author has widened contents to include development horology in this area, advice on care of clocks, setting up, etc. Signed numbered limited edition copy. |
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Ref: 1638 | GRIMWOOD P : MOON MECHANISMS - A RESTORER'S GUIDE | £25.00
| | 72pp Illus OP 2005 Fills a gap in the range of clock restoration books, essential reading for restorers, collectors, dealers and any owner of a longcase clock with a moon dial. Contains a series of detailed explanations and diagrams of the moon mechanisms found in the many brass and painted dial clocks. |
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Ref: 505 | HOPE JONES F : SYNCHRONOME MISCELLANY | £10.00
| | 48pp Illus SC l995 Compilation of very useful material relating to author and the Synchronome company - includes facsimile of catalogue c1912. All new copies of the publication available from the publishers have rusty staples but they have helpfully advised that is the best they can do !!!! |
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Ref: 3574 | HORLBECK MP : ALARM WRISTWATCHES: THE HISTORY OF AN UNDERVALUED FEATURE | £59.95
| | 232pp Illus 2007 A long forgotten area, but now captured. The development and technical detail is covered for manufcturers such as Eterna, Omega, Bulova, Lemania, Polijit, Ronda, Seiko and many others. |
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Ref: 1114 | HUGHES R, CRAVEN M : CLOCKMAKERS & WATCHMAKERS OF DERBYSHIRE | £24.99
| | 160pp Illus l998 Comprehensive survey of clockmaking in area plus listing of makers including apprentices. Appendices include hood styles for Derbyshire round dial clocks. Excellent reference work. |
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Ref: 169 | IMAI K : ROLEX 3621 WRISTWATCHES | £55.00
| | 256pp Illus 2009 New title Written by a respected author this virtual catalogue of 3621 wristwatches depicts 14 models including Rolex Oyster, Bubbleback, Chronograph, Submariner, Explorer etc in colour. Includes technical details and year of manufacture providing invaluable information for the collector. |
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Ref: 3636 | ISNARDI A : THE MASTER OF OMEGA | £150.00
| | 350pp 250 col Illus 2007 Features rare watches from the Omega museum.and dwells on Speedmaster, Flightmaster, Speedsonic, text in English and Italian; Publishers assure does not replicate material in other publications! |
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Ref: 1833 | JENNINGS T : THE DEVELOPMENT OF BRITISH BELL FITTINGS | £20.00
| | 168pp Illus OP l997 An important work - informative to knowledgeable and thought provoking to the rest of us! Nearly out of print. |
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Ref: 557 | KAHLERT H, MUHE R, BRUNNER G : WRISTWATCHES | £59.95
| | 520pp 2005 Enlarged 5th ed Illus Still the best for a sound unbiased technical history on evolution of the wristwatch to help form your own opinions. Movements styles, dates, manufacturers all discussed in depth. Includes price guide information. |
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Ref: 560 | KALTENBOCH F : VIENNESE TIMEPIECES | £45.00
| | 262pp Illus c/b/w 1993 English edition, in slip case. Comprehensive description of clock/watchmaking in 18th/19th century Vienna Plenty of regulators. Quality/quantity of exceptional illustrations Text provides background and technical List makers names/dates. |
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Ref: 2454 | KNIRIM K : MILITARY TIMEPIECES 150 YEARS WATCHES AND CLOCKS OF GERMAN FORCES | £110.00
| | 636pp Illus 2002 English/German text Describes 1000 timepieces both technically and historically Awe inspiring detail - illustrations, tables, text - essential reference for collections of military timepieces. |
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Ref: 167 | KNIRIM K : BRITISH MILITARY TIMEPIECES | £155.00
| | 800pp Illus 2009 English/German text At last a gap in the market is plugged with this high quality publication specifically upon the British military timepieces used by the British Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force Describes both technically and historically, with high quality illustrations and a wide range of examples from chronometers, clocks, watches and wristwatches used in all the armed services. An essential companion to the sister title on German military timepieces. |
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Ref: 576 | KOCHMANN K : CLOCK AND WATCH TRADEMARKS WITH EUROPEAN ORIGINS | £45.00
| | 967 pp Figs Latest ed Hardback leatherette covering. Much improved layout - many more entries 18000 trademarks including some on electrical clock manufacturers. One of the hardest books to get hold of !!!!! |
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Ref: 2507 | KUGEL A : SPHERES - THE ART OF THE CELESTIAL MECHANIC | £70.00
| | 254pp Illus in glowing colour 2002 A fantastic 'catalogue' of breathtaking exhibition of clockwork celestial/terrestrial globes, armillary spheres, astronomical rings globes including of work of Raingo and Janvier's masterpiece of 1789-1801. A definitive title. |
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Ref: 3225 | LINNARD W : CHARLES VAUGHAN OF PONTYPOOL A Mystery Clockmaker and His Clocks | £14.50
| | 93pp SC Illus 2005 Provides a detailed and informative study of the head of an important family of South Wales clock makers. |
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Ref: 2705 | LINNARD W : WALES CLOCKS & CLOCKMAKERS | £30.00
| | 270pp Illus 2003 Excellent addition to the growing list of titles relating to the regional clocks and their makers. |
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Ref: 1934 | LINZ J : ELECTRIFYING TIME; TELECHRON - GE CLOCKS 1925-1955 | £29.95
| | 256pp Illus colour SC 2001 Essential for any self respecting electrical horologist. History of the inventor - Warren, and his companies, 'gallery' of models with numbers/dates and general comments, patents, bibliography, repair, price guide etc. |
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Ref: 3634 | LINZ J : WESTCLOX: WINDUP | £29.95
| | 256pp Illus colour SC 2004 Back in stock by popular demand as the newer generation of collectors are quickly spotting this as a new area in the UK. Provides full information on Clocks, Pocket Watches and Wristwatches, although mainly clocks. |
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Ref: 1058 | LONDON : WATCH, CLOCK AND GOLDSMITHS TRADE DIRECTORY | £40.00
| | 320pp Contemporary adverts SC l996 limited (500 copies) reprint l861 original Includes toolmakers of Prescot, Watch trade of Coventry as well as the London listings. Most important source reference work. |
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Ref: 629 | LOOMES B : PAINTED DIAL CLOCKS 1770-1870 | £65.00
| | 280pp Illus 1995 OP Complete rewrite of White Dial Clocks with additional colour and black and white illustrations presented in larger format - details history, comments on cases, movements etc. |
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Ref: 626 | LOOMES B : YORKSHIRE CLOCKMAKERS | £25.00
| | 240pp Illus 1985 revised ed Now with over 2000 makers listed. Comprehensive non technical survey up to l870's. |
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Ref: 1108 | LOOMES B : CLOCKMAKERS OF NORTHERN ENGLAND | £34.99
| | 320pp Illus l997 Life and work of most important makers discussed, regional variations and dates given (by town) of some 800 makers. Highly readable excellent illustrations and clear maps provided for area under discussion. |
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Ref: 3559 | LOOMES B : WATCHMAKERS AND CLOCKMAKERS OF THE WORLD: 21st CENTURY EDITION | £50.00
| | 720pp New edition now available. The definitive publication with details of over 90000 makers now listed in this latest edition - 25000 new names. |
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Ref: 40 | LOOMES B : LANTERN CLOCKS AND THEIR MAKERS | £85.00
| | 528pp 2008 Over 1150 illustrations, including +200 colour. This brand new large format and well researched title on Lantern Clocks will undoubtedly rival the previous leading publication, and prove very popular with those keen to watch the wallet. Lets hope it doesn't sell out quickly.
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Ref: 625 | LOOMES B : BRITISH CLOCKS ILLUSTRATED | £17.50
| | 240pp Illus l991 Pictorial survey (with text!) history, styles etc lanterns, brackets, hooded clocks and longcase for newcomer to subject. (Usual price £25) |
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Ref: 3482 | LOOMES B : CLOCKMAKERS OF NORTHERN ENGLAND | £30.00
| | 320pp Illus l997 Life and work of most important makers discussed, regional variations and dates given (by town) of some 800 makers. Highly readable excellent illustrations and clear maps provided for area under discussion. An as new used copy. |
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Ref: 624 | LOOMES B : ANTIQUE BRITISH CLOCKS: A BUYER'S GUIDE | £17.50
| | 224pp Illus 2003 reprint 'Explains all the things that puzzle the newcomer' where to buy, spotting fakes, what is a good clock etc. Emphasis on longcases. |
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Ref: 2896 | LYMAN IP : RAILWAY CLOCKS | £35.00
| | 360pp 2004 A long awaited and impressive reference book for both clock and railway enthusiasts.Very well illustrated and researched. 30 copies sold in two hours at Birmingham and they weren't even signed !!! |
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Ref: 2899 | MATTHYS RJ : ACCURATE CLOCK PENDULUMS | £60.00
| | 260pp Dia 2004 A long needed title which skilfully draws together a wide range of information previously scattered amongst a number of sources. Will become a standard I am sure. |
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Ref: 2300 | MATZ B : HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE QUARTZ WATCH | £11.00
| | 62pp Illus SC 1999 Helpful overview of the subject. Not sure if binding will stand great deal of use but tolerable in so far as the contents are informative, good and useful. |
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Ref: 1852 | MAYSON GT : MECHANICAL SINGING BIRD TABATIERES | £100.00
| | 256pp 215 colour Illus 2000 OP Complete record of development, construction and restoration of these small mechanical masterpieces. |
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Ref: 1643 | McDERMOTT K : TIMEX - A COMPANY AND ITS COMMUNITY 1854-1998 | £30.00
| | 248pp Illus l998 A new collecting area! Plenty of examples to find at reasonable prices and the book to tell you the company history and sufficient about the watches themselves to get some approximation of dating etc. |
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Ref: 2259 | McKAY C : J SMITH & SONS OF CLERKENWELL - FACSIMILES | £15.00
| | 72pp Illus SC 2001 Extracted facsimiles from catalogues - mainly turret clocks - a few domestic clocks plus reprint of Illustrated News account of the works in Clerkenwell - useful addition to turret clock literature. Sympathetically compiled and present. |
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Ref: 2333 | McKAY C : TURRET CLOCK MAKERS - JOHN MOORE & SONS | £15.00
| | 71pp Illus SC 2002 Useful compilation of contemporary articles describing the Clerkenwell works with a listing and analysis of Moore clocks. Good basic information. |
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Ref: 657 | McKENNA J : CLOCKMAKERS AND WATCHMAKERS IN CENTRAL ENGLAND | £35.00
| | 368pp Illus 2002 Essential reference work covering makers working in Birmingham, Coventry, Warwickshire, Worcestershire and Staffordshire Also includes subsidiary trades such as dial makers, bells, cases etc. |
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Ref: 666 | MERCER T : CHRONOMETER MAKERS OF THE WORLD | £42.00
| | 285pp Illus colour New edition 2004 General history, identification marks and extensive listing names/ dates/ anecdotal detail of makers and associated craftsmen. |
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Ref: 670 | MIDDLETON WEK : THE HISTORY OF THE BAROMETER | £24.95
| | 489pp Illus Highly acceptable reprint of original edition 1964 Complete history of the barometer as a scientific instrument - styles, technical features etc. A key reference work with much information not found elsewhere. |
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Ref: 675 | MILES R : THE BULLE CLOCK OF FAVRE BULLE | £14.00
| | 55pp Illus SC l995 Well executed translation from the original practical manual as supplied to repairers while clocks were in production. |
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Ref: 2007 | MILLBURN JR : ADAMS OF FLEET STREET: INSTRUMENT MAKERS TO KING GEORGE III | £75.00
| | 420pp Illus 2000 Comprehensive study of the family business run by two generations. Appendices include facsimile of trade catalogues and bibliography of their publications. |
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Ref: 172 | MONDANI F; RAVAGNANI L : ROLEX SUBMARINER STORY: ENGLISH/ITALIAN VERSION | £375.00
| | 2009 Illus. A long awaited and updated large format english version of this most sought after of watches but published only in a limited worldwide edition of 2000 copies. Contains over 800 illustrations and detailed information on all the variants. Copies available for despatch from our advance order. |
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Ref: 2764 | MONDANI G : COLLEZIONARE OROLOGI DA POLSA ROLEX SUBMARINER | £210.00
| | 320pp Illus New 2005 edition. Only available with Italian text but illustrations are particularly informative, and assist identification. Good specialist reference detail; includes price guide. |
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Ref: 3637 | MONDANI G : COLLECTING ROLEX GMT-MASTER WRISTWATCHES | £220.00
| | 320pp Illus 2007. A brand new title covering this popular range from a well respected author. Covers from the first models in the 1950s to the latest innovations, including prototypes, military models,bracelets and all the case and dial variants with up to date valuations and detailed reference information. |
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Ref: 1425 | NEALE J : JOSEPH AND THOMAS WINDMILLS | £37.50
| | 304pp Well illus 1999 Biographical details of the Windmills family, full discussion and details of the clocks and watches. A welcome informative reference work. |
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Ref: 702 | NEGRETTI & ZAMBIA : A TREATISE ON METEOROLOGICAL INSTRUMENTS | £7.95
| | 160pp Illus SC l995 facsimile reprint l864 Method of construction, principles and uses of barometers and other meteorological instruments Eat your heart out with the contemporary 8 page price list of instruments! |
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Ref: 2338 | NICOLE NIELSEN & CO : MANUFACTURERS FINE WATCHES, SPEEDOMETERS | £15.00
| | 33pp Illus SC 2000 Limited (300) numbered edition Reprint of rare watch catalogue (c 1910) prefaced with brief details of the company Interesting views of Works/workshops. |
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Ref: 1637 | NIEHUSER E : FRENCH BRONZE CLOCKS | £65.00
| | 276pp 211 colour 1456 b/w 1999 Essential reference work for those interested in the identification of styles, allegorical influences etc of decorative bronze cases. Categorised into types with a 'catalogue' of 1365 examples grouped into subjects. |
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Ref: 730 | ORD-HUME AWJG : RESTORING MUSICAL BOXES AND MUSICAL CLOCKS | £35.00
| | 368pp Illus 2005 Everything you ever needed to know!! Music for clocks, principles of tuning, singing birds, small pipe organs, re pinning, suppliers of material etc Most informative diagrams, illus and text. This really is the book to have for both the novice and expert. |
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Ref: 729 | ORD-HUME AWJG : THE MUSICAL CLOCK | £49.99
| | 352pp 314 b/w, 49 colour illustrations. l995 Covers the international history of the musical clock, including chiming, carillon organ, string, comb playing examples, deals with style, mechanisms, tunes. Index of makers. Undoubtedly the major reference on this subject. |
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Ref: 3523 | ORD-HUME AWJG : THE MUSICAL CLOCK | £40.00
| | 352pp 314 b/w, 49 colour illustrations. l995 Covers the international history of the musical clock, including chiming, carillon organ, string, comb playing examples, deals with style, mechanisms, tunes. Index of makers. Undoubtedly the major reference on this subject. Good SH copy |
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Ref: 731 | ORTENBURGER R : VIENNA REGULATORS AND FACTORY CLOCKS | £34.95
| | 170pp Illus 1989 Replaces original three paperback books. Revised and upgraded. Informative content for both collector, dealer and restorer. |
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Ref: 732 | ORTENBURGER R : BLACK FOREST CLOCKS | £59.95
| | 268pp Illus throughout l991 Excellent book! Just what was needed to compliment existing publications on the subject and with the bonus (for us!) of having English text Brownie points for illustrations of movements, weights, cuckoo mechanisms and hands. |
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Ref: 2623 | OSTERHAUSEN F VON : PAUL DITISHEIM - CHRONOMETRIER | £65.00
| | 134pp Illus 2003 Excellent resume of life and work of an eminent Swiss horologist. Although the illustrations are instructive you do require a knowledge of French or German in order to fully enjoy the contents. |
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Ref: 2081 | OVENS R SLEATH S : TIME IN RUTLAND | £24.00
| | 400pp 900 Illus 500 drawings, diagrams and maps History and gazetteer of bells, clocks, sundials of Rutland including chapters on local clockmakers and founders of Rutland bells. An impressive piece of research presented in a highly readable manner. |
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Ref: 178 | PACI D, ZEI M : PANERAI WATCHES FROM 1936 TO 1997. PANERAI IN FLORENCE : 150 YEARS OF HISTORY | £425.00
| | 780pp 2009 Illus These two books in large format and an elegant sluipcase represent the most complete reference work ever done on PANERAI. The authors Mario Paci (Quality Assurance manager until 1997) and Dino Zei (Director of Officine Panerai Spa) show the best of the Panerai production, focusing on the most interesting divers watches such as RADIOMIR, LUMINOR, MARE NOSTRUM and the 6152 watch with Rolex dial. These books also describe the models EGIZIANO, EGIZIANO PICCOLO, DOPPIA LEVA (DOUBLE LEVER), LUMINOR MARINA MILITARE, different prototypes and surface homing systems. Furthermore, they specify the filed patents and the main products made until 1999, many curiosities about the creation of the company, the passage of the watch division to Cartier and the relinquishment of Panerai.
The 780 pages provide a complete and deep vision of the production of this prestigious and historical brand which represents nowadays an icon not only in the watches field but in the fashion industry as well. Many actors and celebrities in fact appeared with a Panerai watch at their wrist (i.e. Silvester Stallone, Demi Moore, Bruce Willis, Sharon Stone, Carol Alt, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Gabriel Batistuta, Alessandro Costacurta and Alberto Tomba). |
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Ref: 2450 | PATRIZZI 0 : COLLECTING MODERN AND VINTAGE ROLEX WRISTWATCHES: NEW | £365.00
| | 800pp 2000 colour Illus. Thorough revision and enlarged 2005 edition in 2 volume slip case. 4" thick! Full captions and price guides based on auction results for each watch, reference numbers, reproduced original catalogues etc. English/Italian text |
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Ref: 1436 | PATRIZZI O : DICTIONNAIRE DES HORLOGERS GENEVOIS | £55.00
| | 410pp Illus SC l998 Historical overview followed by most thorough listing of makers with traditional biographical details/identifying marks etc Well worth waiting for. |
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Ref: 1113 | PEARSON M : KENT CLOCKS AND CLOCKMAKERS | £35.00
| | 320pp Illus l997 Listing of 1200 clock and watchmakers plus chapters on important families, extracts from newspapers etc. |
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Ref: 3236 | PENMAN L : THE CARRIAGE CLOCK: A Repair and Restoration Manual | £27.50
| | 352 pp b/w illus 2005 First book to be devoted solely to the repair and restoration of the carriage clock. Describes movements and provides over 220 detailed and accurate drawings to assist cleaning and repair. |
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Ref: 104 | PERGOLA C, MAZZARIOL S, DOSSO G : ROLEX DAYTONA: A LEGEND IS BORN | £120.00
| | 263pp 2006 A magnificently illustrated production covering Daytona and Cosmographs, including commentary upon distinguishing features and identification and serial number/date tables. A keenly priced addition to the Rolex inventory. |
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Ref: 2897 | PERKINS AB : THE MODERN WATCHMAKERS LATHE AND HOW TO USE IT | £75.00
| | 393pp 2003 Illus. Clearly from the number of sales of this book it has becoming the authoritative work, although unfortunately out of print at present |
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Ref: 1345 | POLLARD D : THE ASTRONOMICAL CLOCKMAKER EDWARD COCKEY AND OTHER WARMINSTER HOROLOGISTS | £45.00
| | 320pp Illus SC OP l998 Limited ed 500 copies. Interesting and informative account of the main character with some pleasing information on other makers in the area. |
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Ref: 2910 | POTTS MS : POTTS OF LEEDS - FIVE GENERATIONS OF CLOCKMAKERS | £45.00
| | 432pp Over 700 Illus. 2006 An excellent publication recounting the history of the family business from 1790 onwards, with particular focus on the turret and dial clocks produced by the Potts family, includes a most valuable directory of over 1600 public clocks produced by Potts with details of when and where installed and a brief specification. |
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Ref: 791 | PRYCE WTR and DAVIES TA : SAMUEL ROBERTS CLOCKMAKER | £35.00
| | 450pp Illus b/w/c OP 1985 All new and original material. Fascinating book as it relates this particular maker and his work to the local social environment in the 18th century as well as great detail of the 600 clocks made by Roberts. |
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Ref: 2506 | REYMONDIN CA : THEORY OF HOROLOGY | £83.00
| | 368pp Illus 2nd English ed 2003 Intended to fill the needs of today's trainee horologists as well as the qualified who wish to expand their expertise. A most impressive comprehensive and thorough manual incorporating the best of the past while embracing the present. |
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Ref: 3640 | RICHON M : OMEGA - A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME | £210.00
| | 830pp Illus 2007 Endorsed by the Omega Museum and written by the Curator, this is a substantial educational reference work containing much more than a series of photographs. Well presented the contents are grouped to provide historical and marketing material as well as a run through some of the favorites such as Seamaster, Constellation, DeVille and Speedmaster. Sure to be a stayer in demand when the print run is exhausted. |
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Ref: 2624 | ROBERTS D : ENGLISH PRECISION PENDULUM CLOCKS Vol 2: | £75.00
| | 296pp Illus 2003 Follows development of precision timekeeping in England from 1722 through the 18/19th centuries. Both technical features and case styles are discussed and described. (Blue cover) |
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Ref: 2607 | ROBERTS D : PRECISION PENDULUM CLOCKS: Vol 1 :300 YEAR QUEST FOR ACCURATE TIMEKEEPING IN ENGLAND | £55.00
| | 320pp Illus 2003 Concise text written by today's leading horologists with nearly 1000 illus discussing the advances made by clockmakers in the Georgian, Regency and Victorian periods in order to achieve accurate timekeeping - chapter on Royal Observatory. (Orange cover) |
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Ref: 2763 | ROBERTS D : PRECISION PENDULUM CLOCKS: Vol 3 - France, Germany, America and recent advances | £75.00
| | 288pp 500 Illus 2004 This long awaited volume competes the trilogy..bit like Lord of the Rings.... and includes details of clockmaking by the likes of the Berthoud's, Lepine, LeRoy, Riefler, Rohde, Howard & Co and many others with technical features and case styles discussed and described. (Green cover) |
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Ref: 1636 | ROBERTS D : MYSTERY, NOVELTY AND FANTASY CLOCKS | £99.00
| | 256pp 300 illus 1999 Not a cheap book but full of interesting and excellent illustrations of a wide variety of clocks - much new material on early makers i.e. Cox, De Sevre, Guilmet. |
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Ref: 813 | ROBERTS D : CONTINENTAL AND AMERICAN SKELETON CLOCKS | £55.00
| | 245pp Illus 1989 Many of the examples shown here are far more decorative and in some instances with more technical complexity than those manufactured in this country. |
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Ref: 815 | ROBERTS D : CARRIAGE AND OTHER TRAVELLING CLOCKS | £70.00
| | 368pp 1993 OP Lavishly illus c/b/w. Would be fair to say this concentrates on the more decorative examples - miniatures to full size. Chapters on Garnier, Vulliamy, Cole, Frodsham, McCabe, Dent, White and Breguet Discusses cases and movements. |
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Ref: 816 | ROBERTS D : BRITISH LONGCASE CLOCKS | £70.00
| | 374pp 500 Illus 1990 Superb illus cases, movements dials hands, spandrels (not from Cescinsky!!) contributing to a well thought out and comprehensive outline of styles, dates, makers' biographies with maps and place names. Pages of lacquer case detail. |
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Ref: 3633 | RONDEAU R : THE WATCH OF THE FUTURE: THE STORY OF THE HAMILTON ELECTRIC WATCH | £35.00
| | 255pp Illus 2006 A much enlarged 4th edition of this comprehensive reference work covering the history, development and collecting of these sort after timepieces. |
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Ref: 841 | ROSE RE : ENGLISH DIAL CLOCKS | £39.50
| | 255pp Illus Current reprint. Revised enlarged ed Instructive illustrations i.e. movements, cross sections bezels, case moldings as well as good factual text. Appendix giving Thwaites numbering system and dates. |
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Ref: 3489 | SABRIER JC : FREDERIC HOURIET: THE FATHER OF SWISS CHRONOMETRY | £95.00
| | 300pp 224 Illus 2006 The book describes the life and work of Houriet, his researches, experiments and contributions to the development of watches, clocks, regulators and instruments. |
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Ref: 3641 | SCHAEDER A : ROSKOPF: THE PROLETARIAN WATCH | £27.50
| | 215pp Illus 2007 At last a title focused upon this most collectable and affordable of pocket watches. The numerous colour illustrations and detailed researches provide an insight into the far reaching impact of Roskopf's invention, and its provenance in the history of development in Switzerland of the affordable pocket watch. Includes details of numerous company trademarks, potted history and an excellent index, with reference to over 40 separate patents. |
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Ref: 1339 | SHENTON A : THE EUREKA CLOCK | £38.00
| | 96pp Illus 2nd revised ed OP 1999 A genuinely enlarged 2nd ed! The authoritative work on these electric clocks, now officially antiques as they were patented in 1906. Provides history, detailed commentary on their working and guidance for repair with many illustrations.. one of which I can claim as my own ! Additional information and illustrations particularly relating to French, German and USA examples. New copy. |
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Ref: 880 | SHENTON A and R : COLLECTABLE CLOCKS 1840-1940 | £29.95
| | 477pp Over 500 b/w/c illus l998 A reference work with price guide on the clocks made during this period -longcase, bracket, electric, novelty, alarms etc. Clocks interesting either for decorative or technical reasons. Appendices included and updated annually by the publishers. One of the best books to buy whether you have been interested in horology for 6 months or 6 years. |
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Ref: 2295 | SKEET M, URUL N : VINTAGE ROLEX SPORTS MODELS | £59.95
| | 240pp Illus 2005 A complete visual reference and unauthorized history of the Submariner, Explorer, GMT Master, Turn-O-Graph, Milgauss and Cosmograph models from 1952 to 1990. Reproduced Rolex brochures, recent auction prices and a current price guide. |
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Ref: 3377 | SMITH B : SMITHS DOMESTIC CLOCKS: 2008 EDITION | £20.00
| | 290pp Illus SC 2008 already into a second much expanded edition, this is the main reference source on Smiths clocks. After many years research Barrie Smith has assembled all available information on the history of the company,factory photographs and an indexed picture gallery that will allow collectors and owners of Smiths clocks to date and name individual models. The new edition contains an additional 100 pages and includes details of 2150 clocks and timers ( synchronous, sectric, manual etc ) as well as appendices listing the varaitions by model and years of manufacture. |
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Ref: 895 | SMITH E & B : RESTORING GRANDFATHER CLOCKS | £25.00
| | 240pp Illus 1995 Just what has been needed for some time! A practical guide specifically for those who wish to maintain and restore their longcase. |
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Ref: 3378 | SMITH S : SMITHS MOTOR ACCESSORIES | £12.00
| | 134pp Illus SC 2006. A niche area of the market associated with keeping time whilst motoring . The publication provides a fully illustrated and priced facsimile reprint of an extremely rare motor accessory catalogue from 1910 illustrates mounted automobile watches and clocks, and other accessories. |
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Ref: 1902 | SPITTLER S & T, BAILEY CH : AMERICAN CLOCKMAKERS AND WATCHMAKERS | £25.00
| | 336pp 2000 A superb directory collating the biographical detail of hundreds of makers, retailers etc.! The results of many years research presented in a most user friendly format. Essential reference |
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Ref: 1177 | STUART S : CLOCKMAKERS - NORTH LANCASHIRE AND SOUTH WESTMORELAND | £20.00
| | 192pp SC 1996 Biographical list of textual reference to known clocks 1680-1900 Useful reference work with some fulsome entries. With 22pp 1999 appendum. |
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Ref: 929 | TAYLOR VJ BABB H. : MAKING AND REPAIRING WOODEN CLOCK CASES | £27.50
| | 192pp Well Illus OP 1987 Hardback ed. Provides sound instruction including veneering, inlays, gilding etc but not always traditional methods for older clock cases. |
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Ref: 2461 | TAYLOR VJ BABB H. : MAKING AND REPAIRING WOODEN CLOCK CASES | £15.00
| | 192pp Well Illus SC OP 1994 reprint Sound instruction including veneering, inlays, gilding etc but not always traditional methods for older clock cases. |
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Ref: 173 | TENNANT F : THE ART OF THE PAINTED CLOCK DIAL | £75.00
| | 352pp Illus ( 730 with 517 in colour) |
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Ref: 3426 | THOMPSON D : BRITISH MUSEUM CLOCKS | £19.99
| | 176pp 246 col Illus 2004 Authored by the Curator of Horology at the museum, the book features 66 of the most interesting clocks in the museum from table, astrobolic and astronomical clocks through to ship, longcase, travelling, organ clocks and observatory. |
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Ref: 3701 | THOMPSON D : BRITISH MUSEUM WATCHES | £25.00
| | 175pp 270 col Illus 2007 Authored by the Curator of Horology at the museum, the book features 75 pocket watches from the best collection in the world. A lively and well written book with predictably fantastic illustrations and a depth of information to match. |
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Ref: 939 | THORPE NM : THE FRENCH MARBLE CLOCK | £35.00
| | 277pp Fully illus 2002 reprint A guide for collectors case styles dating and a list of makers Chapter on repair of movements. Very popular book. |
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Ref: 3221 | VAN DEN ENDE : HUYGENS' LEGACY THE GOLDEN AGE OF THE PENDULUM CLOCK | £95.00
| | 301pp Illus 2004 An absolutely marvelous publication. The quality of publication is exceptional and reflects the content of an exhibition coordinated by the Dutch section of the AHS. Contents are well arranged and take the reader through the ages in a structured manner from 1600 to 1710; quality makers including Tompion, Knibb, Quare and many others. Already a collectors item. |
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Ref: 392 | VEHMEYER HM : CLOCKS - THEIR ORIGIN AND DEVELOPMENT 1320 -1880 | £290.00
| | 1032pp Col Illus 2005 2 volume slip case edition The complete history of the mechanical clock, from the fourteenth to the nineteenth century. Stunning colour photography throughout - approximately 1,000 illustrations. Includes a list of clockmakers, a glossary and bibliography. |
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Ref: 1927 | VERSTEEG R : SWATCH-CLOPEDIA 1983-2000 | £15.50
| | 560pp Colour illus SC 2000 8 languages Comprehensive catalogue of watches produced during this period of time with current international prices. |
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Ref: 1118 | WATTERS M : CLOCK REPAIRERS MANUAL | £19.99
| | 177pp Illus OP 1997 Helpful for newcomer but also explicit instruction on specific areas i.e. pages on rope splicing and platform work. |
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Ref: 1794 | WATTERS M : MECHANICAL AND QUARTZ WATCH REPAIR | £18.99
| | 160pp Illus 1999 From making ideal work bench, complete overhaul of ten different calibres, positional timekeeping, basic electronic watch data to escapement theory. Much needed new practical manual written by an experienced craftsman and college tutor. |
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Ref: 999 | WESOLOWSKI ZM : CONCISE GUIDE TO MILITARY TIMEPIECES 1880-1990 | £25.00
| | 192pp Illus 1995 Covers wristwatches diver's and aviators' watches, clocks, deck watches and so on . Index illustrating and identifying some 160 international marks. |
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Ref: 1006 | WHITNEY ME : MILITARY TIMEPIECES | £50.00
| | 667pp Illus 1992 Fantastic! Aircraft, marine, tank clocks, stop watches. chronometers, wrist, divers watches. Helpful identification details and extensive technical data. |
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Ref: 1005 | WHITNEY ME : THE SHIPS CHRONOMETER | £75.00
| | 500pp Illus/charts/drawings 2005 reprint Good proportion of technical and workshop information as well as historical content - as many of these chronometers had English ebauches need we say more? Back in print at last ! |
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Ref: 1275 | WHYTE D : CLOCKMAKERS & WATCHMAKERS OF SCOTLAND | £35.00
| | 336pp 280 Illus 2005 A composite publication based on thorough research of over 8000 makers, apprentices, dial makers and journeymen involved in the trade from1453 - 1900. Well presented information with numerous illustrations of Scottish clocks, watch papers and other documents as well as commentary upon the unique style from north of the border.. Already proving popular. |
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Ref: 2293 | WILBOURN ASH ELLIS R : LINCOLNSHIRE CLOCK, WATCH AND BAROMETER MAKERS | £30.00
| | c250pp Illus 2001 Biographical listing of makers plus appendices discussing Lincolnshire longcase, painted dial makers marks, will inventories, advertisements etc. |
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Ref: 1256 | WILD JM : WHEEL AND PINIONS IN HOROLOGY HISTORY AND PRACTICAL GUIDE | £29.95
| | 256pp Illus 2nd enlarged ed Through from preparation of blanks to cutting, and finishing, types of cutters, different dividing methods etc Both historical and practical content. |
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Ref: 3376 | WILDING J : VOLUME 5: HOW TO REPAIR ANTIQUE CLOCKS | £25.00
| | 2007 Well illustrated. SC ring binder format. Chapters include servicing 30hr longcase, dealing with severely distressed longcase and 30hour movements, restoring comtoise, repairs to escape wheels, repairs to pivots, weight pulleys, bow springs and hour wheel pipes. Each volume expands the readers knowledge to enable a composite repartoire. |
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Ref: 3503 | WILDING J : BUILDING MECCANO CLOCKS | £30.00
| | pp Illus SC 2006 One of the hitherto uncharted areas is finally tackled by John in this latest title; 5 alternative clocks made, including a church clock, Congreve rolling ball, egg timer and Galileos's escapement. Get that Meccano out of the loft and start the kids off on a new hobby! Includes list of suppliers for any missing bits. |
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Ref: 1025 | WOODWARD P : MY OWN RIGHT TIME - AN EXPLORATION OF CLOCKWORK DESIGN | £49.50
| | 176pp Illus 1995 Thoroughly new approach - written by mathematical scientist and horologist he describes and discusses work of Huygens, Harrison, Kelvin, Shortt etc as preliminary to his own experiences and inventions in his search for the perfect free pendulum. |
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Ref: 543 | YOUNG J : WILTSHIRE WATCH AND CLOCKMAKERS: VOL 2 | £22.99
| | 324pp SC 2006 The second part of the trology now available covering central Wiltshire: Devizes, Trowbridge, Warminster, Westbury, Bradford-on-Avon, Melksham, Pewsey and Central Wiltshire. Vol 3, South Wiltshire not yet released. |
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Ref: 2898 | YOUNG J : WILTSHIRE WATCH AND CLOCKMAKERS: VOL 1 | £13.75
| | 193pp SC 2004 The first part of a planned trilogy to cover a missing part of the country: Vol 1 covers Chippenham, Swindon, Marlborough and North Wiltshire. |
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Ref: 3351 | ZANTKE H : LOUIS-BENJAMIN AUDEMARS: HIS LIFE AND WORK | £95.00
| | 512 pp 434 col. & 169 b/w illustrations, slipcase. This book tells the life story of Louis-Benjamin Audemars and his sons, the most important Swiss watchmakers of the 19th century. The amazing works of this watchmaking dynasty are illustrated by more than 600 illustrations, some larger than life size, of more than 160 watches made by the Louis Audemars factory and its successors. Author is a specialist in the history of the Louis-Benjamin Audemars dynasty. |
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