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Practical Watch Repairing by Donald de Carle
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Dive into the art of watch repair with Donald de Carle's "Practical Watch Repairing," a comprehensive guide that has been a go-to resource for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Published in 2008 by Skyhorse Publishing, this trade paperback edition is a treasure trove of knowledge for anyone interested in the mechanics and intricacies of timepieces, with 328 pages of detailed instructions and insights. Explore a variety of watch repair techniques and gain an understanding of the different types of watches and their components. Whether you're a hobbyist looking to expand your skills or a seasoned repairer seeking to enhance your expertise, this nonfiction work is an essential addition to your library. It offers clear, step-by-step guidance to help you master the craft of watch repairing.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherSkyhorse Publishing Company, Incorporated
ISBN-101602393575
ISBN-139781602393578
eBay Product ID (ePID)66587440
Product Key Features
LanguageEnglish
TopicAmericana, Technical & Manufacturing Industries & Trades, Clocks & Watches, Care & Restoration, Technology & Engineering, Antiques & Collectibles
AuthorDonald De Carle
IllustratorYes
Dimensions
Item Length9 In.
Item Height0.9 In.
Item Width6 In.
Item Weight15.2 Oz
Additional Product Features
LCCN2008-018956
Book TitlePractical Watch Repairing
Dewey Decimal681.1/140288
Intended AudienceTrade
SynopsisWith over 550 black-and-white illustrations and an approach that assumes no prior watch-repairing experience, Donald de Carle's classic book is essential for any beginner or experienced horologist. It's been called "the best illustrated book on practical horology ever written"-- Horological Journal The absorbing and everlasting subject of watch repairing has been dealt with in books in many languages throughout the years. But when Practical Watch Repairing was first published in the middle of the twentieth century, he intended to create a book "that a watchmaker can understand, even if he can't read." For the readers in his audience, de Carle has provided well-informed discourse on every topic a watchmaker, or aspiring watchmaker, needs to know. He covers: Workshop and Workbench Essential Tools Case, Dial, and Hands Barrel and Mainspring Hand Cleaning and Oiling Springing and Timing Friction Jewelling And much more With Practical Watch Repairing , even a layman can become a watch-repair specialist., With over 550 black-and-white illustrations and an approach that assumes no prior watch-repairing experience, Donald de Carle's classic book is essential for any beginner or experienced horologist. It's been called the best illustrated book on practical horology ever written-- Horological Journal The absorbing and everlasting subject of watch repairing has been dealt with in books in many languages throughout the years. But when Practical Watch Repairing was first published in the middle of the twentieth century, he intended to create a book that a watchmaker can understand, even if he can't read. For the readers in his audience, de Carle has provided well-informed discourse on every topic a watchmaker, or aspiring watchmaker, needs to know. He covers: Workshop and Workbench Essential Tools Case, Dial, and Hands Barrel and Mainspring Hand Cleaning and Oiling Springing and Timing Friction Jewelling And much more With Practical Watch Repairing , even a layman can become a watch-repair specialist., With over 550 black-and-white illustrations and an approach that assumes no prior watch-repairing experience, Donald de Carle's classic book is essential for any beginner or experienced horologist. It's been called "the best illustrated book on practical horology ever written"-- Horological Journal The absorbing and everlasting subject of watch repairing has been dealt with in books in many languages throughout the years. But when Practical Watch Repairing was first published in the middle of the twentieth century, he intended to create a book "that a watchmaker can understand, even if he can't read." For the readers in his audience, de Carle has provided well-informed discourse on every topic a watchmaker, or aspiring watchmaker, needs to know. He covers: Workshop and Workbench Essential Tools Case, Dial, and Hands Barrel and Mainspring Hand Cleaning and Oiling Springing and Timing Friction Jewelling And much more! With Practical Watch Repairing , even a layman can become a watch-repair specialist., The absorbing and everlasting subject of watch repairing has been dealt with in books in many languages throughout the years. But when de Carle first set out to write Practical Watch Repairing in 1946, it was with the intention of creating a textbook "that a watchmaker can understand, even if he can't read." With over 550 instructional black-and-white illustrations and an approach that assumes no prior watch-repairing experience, this book achieves and surpasses that lofty mission, and has been touted as "the best illustrated book on practical horology" (Horological Journal) ever written. For the readers in his audience, de Carle has provided well-informed discourse on every topic a watchmaker, or aspiring watchmaker, needs to know. With Practical Watch Repairing, even a layman can become a watch-repair specialist.
Edition Number3
Publication Year2008
Dewey Edition22
FormatTrade Paperback
LC Classification NumberTS547.D38 2008
Number of Pages336 pages
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- 21 Jul, 2016
Comprehensive. Full of illustrations
This book is written for the benefit of both beginner and the experienced technicians. Beginners learn the correct way to do the work and the experienced are reminded how to do a professional job every .time. I think I will be consulting this book frequently.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 03 Apr, 2018
Fun to read. very practical, just like the title says.
Easy to read. You can enjoy the book even if you never op a watch to fix it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 09 Mar, 2017
recommended
excellent. Equal to Henry B Fried's books...Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 04 Sep, 2022
Practical Watch Repair
I am extremely interested in this subject and I'm hoping to turn this into a way to make money. Here's hoping.Verified purchase: Yes
- 26 Jan, 2024
Good book
Very informativeVerified purchase: Yes
- 01 Apr, 2022
Practical watch repair
I'm enjoying the book. Very informativeVerified purchase: Yes
- 08 Jan, 2020
workings of a watch and pocket watches
easy to read but dated contain.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 28 Sep, 2018
Excellent mechanical watch repair guide
This book provides detailed instructions.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 12 Jun, 2018
Too intense, for Beginners
Very detailed, I Should have ordered the simpler bookVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 30 May, 2024
One of the best Traders !!!!!
One of the best Traders !!!!!Verified purchase: Yes
