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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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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


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.


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.


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?


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.


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.


Ref: 130	BRADBURY F : BRADBURY'S BOOK OF HALLMARKS	£7.00
	115pp SC 2002 Standard binding.


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.


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.

	BRAUN P : WRISTWATCH ANNUAL 2008 Ref: 3687 £20.00
	400pp Illus 2008 NOW IN STOCK 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.

	BRAUN P : WRISTWATCH ANNUAL 2007 Ref: 3480 £20.00
	400pp Illus 2007 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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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!


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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 !


Ref: 250	CROM T : EARLY LANCASHIRE HOROLOGICAL TOOLS AND THEIR MAKERS	£150.00
	300pp Illus l994 OP History of the Lancashire industry including toolmakers such as Leylands, Jones's, reprint of l775 Mather tool catalogue and some hitherto unpublished photographs of unusual tools. Only 500 copies printed.


Ref: 1335	DANIELS G : WATCHMAKING	£65.00
	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.


Ref: 3477	DANIELS G : ALL IN GOOD TIME - REFLECTIONS OF A WATCHMAKER	£55.00
	170pp Illus 2006 OP The second expanded edition of this most in demand and popular autobiography of George Daniels watchmaker extrordinaire..


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.


Ref: 278	DAVIS WO : GEARS FOR SMALL MECHANISMS	£20.00
	344pp Figs 2nd ed SC 1993 reprint. Theory/practice/tools for cutting / production and testing gears in watches, clocks, instruments Data include standards for Black Forest clock industry.


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.


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.


Ref: 288	DE CARLE D : WATCH AND CLOCK ENCYCLOPEDIA	£19.99
	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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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 !


Ref: 2288	ELLIS R : LINCOLNSHIRE CLOCK AND WATCHMAKERS	£25.00
	247pp Illus 2001 Excellent directory of names plus appendices - one on case makers breaks new ground.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


Ref: 106	GAZELEY WJ : WATCH AND CLOCK MAKING AND REPAIRING	£20.00
	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. Good SH copy.


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.


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 2009.... or beyond. Still THE classic reference work on chronometers; and a long overdue reprint. ADVANCE ORDERS BEING TAKEN NOW .


Ref: 1638	GRIMWOOD P : MOON MECHANISMS - A RESTORER'S GUIDE	£19.95
	72pp Illus 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. Limited print run, so advise ordering whilst available.


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 !!!!


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.


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.


Ref: 1867	ISAACS E : ELECTRIC CLOCKS AND WATCHES 1840-1960	£40.00
	347pp Figs 2000 This is the electrical horology section taken from the BHI Correspondence Course- technical detail covering master clocks, impulse dials, synchronous motor clocks, electric watches, electronic etc.


Ref: 3636	ISNARDI A : THE MASTER OF OMEGA	£140.00
	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!


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.


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.


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.


Ref: 2454	KNIRIM K : MILITARY TIMEPIECES 150 YEARS WATCHES AND CLOCKS OF GERMAN FORCES	£99.00
	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.


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 !!!!!


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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)


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.


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.


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.


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.


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. NOW AVAILABLE: FREE MAINLAND UK POSTAGE OR EQUIVALENT CREDIT OF £7 TO OTHER DESTINATIONS FOR ALL ORDERS OVER £100 INCLUDING THIS TITLE.


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.


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 !!!


Ref: 2899	MATTHYS RJ : ACCURATE CLOCK PENDULUMS	£58.00
	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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


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.


Ref: 666	MERCER T : CHRONOMETER MAKERS OF THE WORLD	£40.00
	285pp Illus colour New edition 2003 General history, identification marks and extensive listing names/ dates/ anecdotal detail of makers and associated craftsmen.


Ref: 2613	MERCER T : MERCER CHRONOMETERS - HISTORY, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR	£35.00
	240pp 2003 Illustrated history of the company, details of their chronometers, master clocks, regulators etc. as well as chronometers made by other eminent makers and serviced by Mercers - listing of Mercer and Kulberg serial numbers plus some discussions of maintenance dating and repair.


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.


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.


Ref: 2007	MILLBURN JR : ADAMS OF FLEET STREET: INSTRUMENT MA