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Wilson (C.): The Book of Time
O/P. 320 pages, illustrated, 1980. This is not a book about clocks and watches but about Time itself. The book opens with the history of time, the movement of the earth in space, timekeeping from sundials to atomic clocks and also has chapters on mutable time, measuring time past and time in disarray. Very good copy with fair dust jacket. (Ref: K2276 - H5)  in stock.

Wilson (G.): The French Republican Calendar
O/P. 10 pages, illustrated, 1988. An extract from Antiquarian Horology, now in stapled card covers. (Ref: K3072 - BX9)  in stock.

Winterton (J.): English Grande Sonnerie Clocks
O/P. [23 pages], illustrated, 1992. A classification and inventory of over 80 English clocks striking grande sonnerie. A collection of 3 articles and supplement originally published in Antiquarian Horology. Fine copy, card covers. (Ref: K4205 - BX10)  in stock.

Wise (S.J.): Electric Clocks
O/P. 144 pages, 6 pages of adverts, 137 figures, 1st edition, 1948. This book covers 3 types of electric clocks: those in which a pendulum or balance is moved directly by the electrical impulse, those where the driving force is electrically rewound and those with a/c synchronous motors. The sub-title says it all: Principles, Construction, Operation, Installation and Repair of Mains and Battery-operated Clocks for Domestic and Industrial Purposes. A good copy, cloth on front board wrinkled, poor dust jacket. (Ref: K668 - D2)  in stock.

Wolfendale (A.): Harrison in the Abbey
O/P. 78 pages, illustrated, 2006. A book published in honour of John Harrison on the occasion of the unveiling of his memorial in Westminster Abbey, London on 24 March 2006. The book contains articles on John Harrison, his work and its significance, as well as articles on the Abbey, the memorial itself, and the Worshipful Company of Clockmakers. Sold with this item are the 10-page order of service for the dedication in the Abbey; a list of the 3 lectures about Harrison given that day; and tickets for, the ceremony, the lectures and the reception which followed. A fine copy. (Ref: K3897 - E2)  in stock.

Wolfendale (A.): Harrison in the Abbey
O/P. 78 pages, illustrated, 2006. A book published in honour of John Harrison on the occasion of the unveiling of his memorial in Westminster Abbey, London on 24 March 2006. The book contains articles on John Harrison, his work and its significance, as well as articles on the Abbey, the memorial itself, and the Worshipful Company of Clockmakers. A fine copy, card covers. (Ref: K3586 - J1)  in stock.

Wood (C.): Robert Molyneux's Astronomical Clocks and Chronometers
O/P. [16 pages], 12 figs, folding map, 1975. A useful reference, reprinted from Antiquarian Horology. Very good copy, card covers. (Ref: K3449 - BX14)  in stock.

Wood (S.B.C.), Kramer (S.E.): Clockmakers of Lancaster County and their Clocks 1750 - 1850
O/P. 224 pages, illustrated, 1977. A detailed study of the longcase clocks (dials, cases and movements) made in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania together with a directory of their makers. A good book on this early American period. A good copy with good dust jacket (3 small tears). (Ref: K2933 - L3)  in stock.

Worswick (G.): Watches in the Usher Collection
O/P. 12 pages, illustrated in colour, circa 1969. A catalogue of the 68 watches in the James Ward Usher collection on public display in Lincoln. Good copy, card covers. (Ref: K1259 - BX2)  in stock.

Wotton (P.) & Oliver (B.): Marble Clocks
O/P. 32 pages, illustrated, 1999. A good introduction to clocks in marble cases by Shire Publications. A very good copy, card covers. (Ref: K2123 - BX18)  in stock.

Wrexham Heritage Centre: Clocks & Watches of the Wrexham Area
O/P. 4 pages, illustrated, no date (1980's?). An overview of clock and watchmaking in Wrexham, with a list of known makers. A good copy. (Ref: K5254 - BX2)  in stock.

Wright (L.): Clockwork Man- The Story of Time, its origins, its uses, its tyranny
O/P. 260 pages, illustrated, reprinted 1992. Originally published in 1968, this is a book about the development of Time and how it has enslaved man at different periods in history and today. Very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K1951 - F5)  in stock.

Wunderlich (H.): Kursächsische Feldmeßkunst, artilleristische Richtverfahren und Ballistik im 16. und 17. Jahrhundert
O/P. 218 pages, 73 illus., 1977. Contributions to the history of practical mathematics, physics, artillery and ballistics in the Renaissance period on the basis of instruments, maps, manuals and pamphlets in the Mathematical-Physical Salon, Dresden. A very good copy with poor dust jacket. [German language] (Ref: K4687 - G2)  in stock.

[York Minster]: The Astronomical Clock - A Memorial to Fallen Airmen 1939 - 1945
O/P. 12 pages, figs., 4 plates, no date (1950's or 1960's ?). Illustrations and explanations of the two astronomical dials on this unusual clock, designed with a working astral dial to display the sky as seen by an air navigator. Good copy, blue card covers. (Ref: K940 - BX8)  in stock.

Zagoory (J.): A Time to Watch - the Wrist Watch as Art: The Classic, Rare, Extraordinary
O/P. 200 pages, profusely illustrated mostly in colour, 1985. The watches, mostly Swiss, are all beautifully photographed in artistic settings. Brief notes on each watch and brief biographies of the makers are also included. Good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K618 - H1)  in stock.

Zeller (A.P.): Uhren
O/P. 159 pages, 63 colour plates, 1980. A good introduction to antique clocks from around the world. Very good copy with good dust jacket (one small tear). [German language] (Ref: K2430 - G5)  in stock.

Zeller (A.P.): Uhren
O/P. 159 pages, 63 colour plates, 1966. A good introduction to antique clocks from around the world. [German language] (Ref: K3221 - T1)  in stock.

[Zenith]: The Collection
O/P. 120 pages, illustrated. A deluxe hardback catalogue published circa 2001 to promote sales of Zenith watches. The illustrations are mostly of wristwatches with a few pocket watches and one marine chronometer. A very good copy of the English language edition. (Ref: K825 - H3)  in stock.

Zinner (E.): Aus der Frühzeit der Räderuhr von der Gewichtsuhr zur Federzugsuhr
O/P. 64 pages, 3 figures, 26 photographs, 1954. Early clockwork from weight driven to spring driven timepieces. A good copy, top of some pages with watermarks not affecting plates or text. Card covers. [German language] (Ref: K2603 - Z2)  in stock.