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Macquoid (P.): A History of English Furniture (4 volumes)
O/P. One of the classic works on English furniture covering the period 1500 to 1820, published in 4 volumes as follows:
The Age of Oak: 243 pages, 15 plates, 215 figs., 1919.
The Age of Walnut: 245 pages, 15 plates, 223 figs., 1919.
The Age of Mahogany: 271 pages, 15 plates, 253 figs., 1919.
The Age of Satinwood: 260 pages, 15 plates, 243 figs., 1919.
Generally a good copy, with minor damage to top of spine on two volumes, a few bumped corners and the red cloth now darkened with age. Bindings tight. [Heavy book - weighs 12.0 kg]

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(Ref: K1248)
Price: £395.00

Marryat (H.): Watches Vol. 1
O/P. 98 pages, illustrated, published by author, 1938. Volume 1 is about early watches, from the 16th & 17th centuries; ie from Henlein to Tompion. Volume 2 was never published. A very good copy of a well respected and scarce book. (Ref: K201)
Price: £45.00

Marshall & Co.: Electric Clocks and Chimes
O/P. 159 pages, illustrated, reprinted 1976. Originally published in the 1920's this is a practical handbook giving complete instructions for the making of successful electrical timepieces, synchronised clocks systems, and chiming mechanism. A very good copy, card covers. (Ref: K202)
Price: £10.00

Marshall & Co.: Electric Clocks and Chimes
O/P. 159 pages, illustrated, published in the 1920's. This is "A practical handbook giving complete instructions for the making of successful electrical timepieces, synchronised clocks systems, and chiming mechanism". A very good copy, stiff card covers. This is an original copy not a modern reprint. (Ref: K2253)
Price: £15.00

Marti (L.): A Region in Time

Marti (L.): A Region in Time
NEW. 382 pages, illustrated 2007. A socio-economic history of the Swiss valley of St. Imier and the surrounding area, from 1700 to 2007. Published to celebrate the 175th anniversary of Longines this excellent new book traces the history of watchmaking and other industries in the Jura region where watches have been manufactured for over 300 years. Many great watchmaking names are mentioned including Longines, Blancpain, Chopard, Minerva and Reymond. With dust jacket. (Ref: N1518)
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Price: £65.00

Mason (B.): Clock And Watchmaking in Colchester

Mason (B.): Clock And Watchmaking in Colchester
O/P. 436 pages, well illustrated, 1st and only edition, 1969. This is a very detailed account of Colchester makers and their output and set a standard for regional books which has never been equalled. This is a very good copy, the dust jacket with minor wear to top edge and now in film wrapper.

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(Ref: K414)
Price: £120.00

Mason (B.): Clock And Watchmaking in Colchester
O/P. 436 pages, well illustrated, 1st and only edition, 1969. This is a very detailed account of Colchester makers and their output and set a standard for regional books which has never been equalled. A good copy, the dust jacket worn with some loss.

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(Ref: K823)
Price: £100.00

Mason (D.): Which? Way to Repair and Restore Furniture
O/P. 180 pages, figures, reprinted 1981. A good introduction to the subject with chapters on upholstery and cane seating. A very good copy, card covers. (Ref: K2186)
Price: £5.00

Mather (H.H.): Clock and Watch Makers of Nottinghamshire
O/P. 93 pages, 9 figs., 15 plates, 1979. A useful listing of Nottinghamshire makers, this is the only book on the county. Good copy, card covers. (Ref: K1041)
Price: £15.00

Matthys (R.J.): Accurate Clock Pendulums

Matthys (R.J.): Accurate Clock Pendulums
NEW. 263 pages, lots of figures, 2004. A well written and understandable book for people who want the best accuracy from pendulum clocks. The book considers all the different parts and aspects of a pendulum and the factors that affect accuracy. The book has sections on the suspension spring, the pendulum rod, air and clockcase effects, and one on pendulum electronics. The general section considers pendulum materials, the quality factor Q, rate adjustment mechanisms and much, much more. An excellent book for the technically minded and those who want to build an accurate pendulum clock. With dust jacket. (Ref: N486)
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Price: £58.00

Matz (B.): The History and Development of the Quartz Watch

Matz (B.): The History and Development of the Quartz Watch
NEW. 61 pages, illus., 1999. A useful history of the battery driven watch from its beginnings in a laboratory in 1952 to domination of the market place in the 1990's. Card covers. (Ref: N627)
Price: £14.50

Maurice (K.) & Mayr (O.): The Clockwork Universe German Clocks and Automata 1550 - 1650
O/P. 322 pages, 120 items illustrated in b&w and many in colour, 89 figs., 1980. A very good book, the first 156 pages are an account of the golden age of German clockmaking, the remainder is the catalogue of 120 items, all illustrated and described. The exhibition was held in Washington and Munich in 1980. A very good copy with very good dust jacket. (Ref: K569)
Price: £50.00

Maurice (K.) & Mayr (O.): The Clockwork Universe German Clocks and Automata 1550 - 1650
O/P. 322 pages, 120 items illustrated in b&w and many in colour, 89 figs., 1980. A very good book, the first 156 pages are an account of the golden age of German clockmaking, the remainder is the catalogue of 120 items, all illustrated and described. The exhibition was held in Washington and Munich in 1980. A good copy, the good dust jacket with light wear to edges. (Ref: K2121)
Price: £45.00

May (W.E.): How the Chronometer Went to Sea
O/P. 27 pages, illustrated, 1976. An interesting account of the early use of chronometers by the Royal Navy and the East India Company. Originally published in Antiquarian Horology. A very good copy, card covers. (Ref: K1764)
Price: £18.00

Mayall (R.N.) & Mayall (M.W.): Sundials
O/P. 250 pages, 8 colour and 53 b&w illustrations, 2nd edition, 1973. A very good book on sundials with detailed chapters on how to use and make them, including a heliochronometer. A fine copy, the dust jacket good but with wear to top of spine. (Ref: K2227)
Price: £17.00

McConnell (A.): Instrument Makers to the World - A History of Cooke, Troughton & Simms

McConnell (A.): Instrument Makers to the World - A History of Cooke, Troughton & Simms
NEW. 116 pages, illustrated, 1992. An excellent book about the history of Thomas Cooke & Sons of York and Troughton & Simms of London. The firms merged in 1922 and were eventually absorbed by Vickers Instruments Ltd. Thomas Cooke & Sons made turret clocks and several regulators as well as all kinds of optical instruments. Troughton, later Troughton & Simms, were one of the leading instrument makers of the 19th century. Soft covers. (Ref: N398)
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McConnell (A.): Jesse Ramsden (1735 - 1800) London's Leading Scientific Instrument Maker

McConnell (A.): Jesse Ramsden (1735 - 1800) London's Leading Scientific Instrument Maker
NEW. 318 pages, illustrated, 2007. An excellent biography about the life and work of Jesse Ramsden who made scientific instruments for the major European observatories as well as private clients. This is a detailed account of the scientific instrument trade, in London, in the second half of the eighteenth century. The book also has a chapter on Ramsden's successors - Matthew Berge, James Allen and Nathaniel Worthington. With dust jacket. (Ref: N1517)
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Price: £65.00

McGrath (J.): First Steps in Enameling
O/P. 96 pages, illustrated, 1994. A useful book if you are want to get started on enamelling items of jewellery. The techniques will also be useful for enamelling watch dials. A very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K2257)
Price: £15.00

McKay (C.) editor: A Guide to Turret Clock Research
O/P. 57 pages, illustrated, 1991. A useful collection of 10 papers presented at a turret clock seminar in July 1991. Card covers. A fine copy. (Ref: K2287)
Price: £10.00

McKay (C.): Big Ben: the Great Clock and the Bells at the Palace of Westminster

McKay (C.): Big Ben: the Great Clock and the Bells at the Palace of Westminster
NEW. 279 pages, 8 pages of colour illustrations and 260 b&w illus., 2010. A comprehensive history of 'Big Ben', the great clock and bells at Westminster, from the origins of Westminster as the seat of government right up to the celebrations of the Great Clock's 150th anniversary in 2009. The book includes full technical descriptions of the clock and the bells, including the cracking of the bell in 1859 and the clock disaster of 1976. An interesting book for all those interested in clocks and our Victorian heritage. With dust jacket.

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(Ref: N2266)
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Price: £39.95

McKay (C.): John Moore & Sons of Clerkenwell - Turret Clock Makers

McKay (C.): John Moore & Sons of Clerkenwell - Turret Clock Makers
NEW. 72 pages, illustrated, 2002. This book reproduces two articles, first published in 1843 and 1852, about visits to the Moore factory. Also included is a brief history of the firm, a listing of turret clocks produced by Moore and photographs of typical Moore clocks. Card covers. (Ref: N530)
Price: £12.00

McKay (C.): J. Smith & Sons of Clerkenwell - Facsimiles

McKay (C.): J. Smith & Sons of Clerkenwell - Facsimiles
NEW. 72 pages, illustrated, 2001. Advertising material and catalogues, dating from 1880 and circa 1910, showing Smith's products are reproduced in facsimile, as well as a Victorian article about the firm from The Illustrated London News. The material covers all kinds of English clocks. Card covers. (Ref: N531)
Price: £12.00

McKay (C.): The Turret Clock Keeper's Handbook
O/P. 39 pages, illus., 1998. A practical guide for those who look after church clocks. A good copy, small crease to front cover. Card covers. (Ref: K1178)
Price: £10.00

McKenna (J.): Clockmakers and Watchmakers of Central England

McKenna (J.): Clockmakers and Watchmakers of Central England
NEW. 368 pages, 300 illus., 1 map, 2002. A very detailed study of makers in Birmingham, Coventry, Warwickshire, Worcestershire and Staffordshire. As well as the biographical details of makers there are sections on Uttoxeter case makers, Newcastle-under-Lyme movement makers, sources of parts and materials as well as Birmingham dial makers and dial painters. This is an excellent book and well worth buying. With dust jacket. (Ref: N206)
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Price: £35.00

McKenna (J.): Watch & Clockmakers of Warwickshire (1436 - 1900)
O/P. 59 pages, 9 illustrations, no date. A listing of Warwickshire makers, excluding Birmingham and Coventry. Good copy, card covers. (Ref: K1354)

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Price: £7.00

Meis (R.): A. Lange & Söhne, the Watchmakers of Dresden

Meis (R.): A. Lange & Söhne, the Watchmakers of Dresden
NEW. 383 pages, over 900 illustrations, 2nd edition, 2005. A detailed history of the famous German firm with detailed information about the pocket watches, wristwatches, clocks and marine chronometers produced since 1845. The business was founded in 1845 by Adolph Lange in Glashütte and, following the reunification of Germany and the revival of the firm, has become a respected maker of first class mechanical wristwatches. With dust jacket and slipcase.

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(Ref: N2291)
Price: £125.00

Mennim (E.): Transit Circle: The Story of William Simms 1793 - 1860

Mennim (E.): Transit Circle: The Story of William Simms 1793 - 1860
NEW. 303 pages, illus., no date. A biography of William Simms senior who entered into partnership with Edward Troughton in 1826. Troughton & Simms made all kinds of scientific instruments but are best remembered for their optical instruments which were sold to observatories around the world. Soft covers. (Ref: N399)
Price: £9.50

Mercer (A): Chronometer Makers of the World

Mercer (A.): Chronometer Makers of the World
NEW. 301 pages, illustrated, revised edition, 2004. This book is very useful as it contains an extensive list of chronometer makers and craftsmen with addresses and working dates. The early chapters include information about John Harrison, the Greenwich trials, Kelvin & Hughes, Mercer serial numbers, etc. This revised edition has a few corrections in the list of makers and 10 extra pages at the end - Chronometer frame makers (1 page), overseas names listed by country (5 pages) and detailed views of Mercer chronometer movements (4 pages). With dust jacket. (Ref: N411)
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Price: £42.00

Mercer (A.): Mercer Chronometers - History, Maintenance & Repair
O/P. 239 pages, 300 illustrations, 2003. The history of the Mercer business from the early days of watchmaking in Liverpool to the large scale manufacture of chronometers in Clerkenwell and St. Albans. The book includes information on historic chronometers serviced by Mercer together with details of Mercer and Kullberg serial numbering. The repair, maintenance and rating of chronometers is given special attention. Basically a good copy, but front cover bent and creased. With dust jacket (Ref: K1662)

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Price: £30.00

Mercer (V.): John Arnold & Son Chronometer Makers 1762 - 1843

Mercer (V.): John Arnold & Son Chronometer Makers 1762 - 1843
O/P. 302 pages, 212 plates, 1972, with the separate supplement pages 303 - 320, plates 213 - 218, 1975. The definitive volume on the life and work of John Arnold and his son John Roger Arnold. An essential book for chronometer collectors and enthusiasts. A very good copy, the dust jacket a bit worn to top and bottom of spine; the supplement also good with card covers as issued.

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(Ref: K208)
Price: £215.00

Mercer (V.): The Frodshams - the Story of a Family of Chronometer Makers
O/P. 458 pages, 106 plates, 1981. This is the standard work on the various branches of the Frodsham family. Charles Frodsham and Parkinson & Frodsham are two of the most famous chronometer making enterprises of the 19th and early 20th century. The book also covers the business of Frodsham & Keen as well as that of other family members. This is an excellent reference book about this family of chronometer, clock and watchmakers. An excellent copy, nicely bound in maroon with gilt lettering on spine (binding is different than the standard edition). No dust jacket.

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(Ref: K501)
Price: £270.00

Mercer (V.): The Frodshams - the Story of a Family of Chronometer Makers
O/P. 458 pages, 106 plates, 1981. This is the standard work on the various branches of the Frodsham family. Charles Frodsham and Parkinson & Frodsham are two of the most famous chronometer making enterprises of the 19th and early 20th century. The book also covers the business of Frodsham & Keen as well as that of other family members. This is an excellent reference book about this family of chronometer, clock and watchmakers. A good copy but with very poor dust jacket and 2 bruised corners.

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(Ref: K717)
Price: £250.00

Meyer (P.) & Millot (P.): La Comptabilité de l'Horloger-Bijoutier et les nouvelles lois fiscales
O/P. 332 pages, 2 folding tables, 1918. A book on accountancy for clockmakers, watchmakers and jewellers published following the introduction of new tax laws in France in 1916 and 1917. Card covers. [French language.] (Ref: K1266)
Price: £20.00

Meyrick (R.): Time Measurement Instruments
O/P. 46 pages, illus., 1979. The catalogue of the John Gershom Parkington Memorial Collection of Time Measurement Instruments in Bury St. Edmunds. This collection has some fine clocks and is well worth a visit. Good copy, soft covers. (Ref: K210)
Price: £6.00

Michel (H.): Les Cadrans Solaires de Max Elskamp
O/P. 68 pages and 30 plates, 1966. An illustrated catalogue of the sundials, of many different types, in the Max Elskamp collection. Good copy, card covers. [French language] (Ref: K1979)
Price: £20.00

Middleton (W.E.K.): A History of the Thermometer and Its Uses in Meteorology

Middleton (W.E.K.): A History of the Thermometer and Its Uses in Meteorology
NEW. 249 pages, figures, originally published in 1966 this is the recent paperback reprint. An interesting work on thermometers and thermometer scales and also a learned tome for weather buffs. Paperback. (Ref: N1801)
Price: £25.00

Middleton (W.E. K.): The History of the Barometer

Middleton (W.E. K.): The History of the Barometer
NEW. 489 pages, lots of figures, the 1994 reprint of a book first published in 1964. This is an excellent detailed account of the barometer from its invention by Torricelli in the 1640's and all the improvements made up to about 1950. Mercury barometers and barographs are studied in detail, as is the development of aneroid mechanisms. The appendix describes the more important barometers studied by the author in museums and institutions around the world. With dust jacket. (Ref: N435)
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Middleton (W.E. K.): The History of the Barometer
S/H. 489 pages, lots of figures, the 1994 reprint of a book first published in 1964. This is an excellent detailed account of the barometer from its invention by Torricelli in the 1640's and all the improvements made up to about 1950. Mercury barometers and barographs are studied in detail, as is the development of aneroid mechanisms. The appendix describes the more important barometers studied by the author in museums and institutions around the world. An excellent copy with very good dust jacket. (Ref: K2069)
Price: £18.00

Miles (R.H.A.): The Bulle-Clock of Favre-Bulle, a Practical Manual

Miles (R.H.A.): The Bulle-Clock of Favre-Bulle, a Practical Manual
NEW. 55 pages, illus., 1995. An English translation of a practical manual published by Favre-Bulle circa 1929. The manual describes the design principles of the Bulle electric clock and also the practical aspects of checking, testing and adjusting the movement and the electrical circuit. If you have the clock, you need the book! Soft covers. (Ref: N213)
Price: £12.00

Miles (R.H.A.) & Ridout (M.): Brillié Electric Clocks

Miles (R.H.A.) & Ridout (M.): Brillié Electric Clocks
NEW. [98 pages], illustrated, 2007. This book published by the AHS's Electrical Horology Group is an English translation of several original French product catalogues, installation and set up notes, and a fault-finding guide. The catalogues cover a wide range of Brillié clocks and the notes on operation, installation and fault finding will be of use to restorers. Soft covers. (Ref: N1427)
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Milham (W.I.): Time & Timekeepers
O/P. 616 pages, 339 figs., 1945. Originally published in 1923, this book is a history of clocks, watches and chronometers with information on their accuracy, construction and care. With a chapter on electrical clocks. A good copy without dust jacket. (Ref: K1181)

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Price: £15.00

Millburn (J.R.): Adams of Fleet Street - Instrument Makers to King George III

Millburn (J.R.): Adams of Fleet Street - Instrument Makers to King George III
NEW. 420 pages, illustrated, 2000. An excellent study of the scientific instrument business founded by George Adams in 1734 and continued by his sons George junior and Dudley until 1817. Adams made some of the finest instruments of the 18th century and wrote several technical books. This book reproduces several catalogues by Adams and has a detailed list of publications by the family. With dust jacket. (Ref: N1373)
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Price: £70.00

Millburn (J.R.): Wheelwright of the Heavens - The Life and Work of James Ferguson, FRS

Millburn (J.R.): Wheelwright of the Heavens - The Life and Work of James Ferguson, FRS
NEW. 328 pages, 59 figs, 1988. James Ferguson is an interesting 18th century character who designed clocks with astronomical and tidal dials, designed and made orreries and globes and wrote books on astronomy, mechanics, horology and electricity. Ferguson also lectured on 'popular science' in the mid-Georgian period. With dust jacket. (Ref: N1240)
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Miller (J.) (Consultant): Miller's Clocks & Barometers Buyers Guide
O/P. 321 pages, illustrated, 1997. Illustrations and brief descriptions of all types of clocks with an indication of their then value. A very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K2265)
Price: £15.00

Moe (H.): The Story of the Microscope

Moe (H.): The Story of the Microscope
NEW. 256 pages, well illustrated in colour and b&w, first English language edition, 2004. An excellent book on the history of the microscope over the last 400 years, with good descriptions of the component parts and how they were used. This is a high quality publication written by a practising microscopist and illustrated with photographs of microscopes in the Medical Historical Museum, Copenhagen. With dust jacket. (Ref: N1929)
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Price: £75.00

Monk (S.C.): The Essence of Clock Repair
O/P. 193 pages, illus., 1983. An American publication by a well respected clockmaker, this book studies over 50 types of clock and their repair. Good copy with dust jacket (the latter worn to corners and top of spine). (Ref: K1183)
Price: £25.00

Moore (N.H.): The Old Clock Book
O/P. 339 pages, 104 illustrations, the 1937 printing. This book has separate sections on English clocks and American clocks, as well as lists of English and American Clockmakers. A good copy. (Ref: K216)
Price: £20.00

Moreno (R.): José Rodríguez De Losada Vida Y Obra

Moreno (R.): José Rodríguez De Losada Vida Y Obra
NEW. 233 pages, well illustrated, a limited edition of 1500 numbered copies, 1995. A detailed study on the life and work of Losada who worked in Spain before moving to London in about 1835. The book has a detailed study of the clocks and watches made by Losada with details of several public clocks in England and Spain. The book has an excellent section on Losada's marine chronometers, including information from the Spanish Navy's archives. With dust jacket. [Spanish language] (Ref: N608)
Price: £85.00

Morgan (H.): Price List of Watches, Clocks, Jewellery, Electroplate, Challenge and Presentation Cups, Cutlery, Musical Instruments, Bicycles, etc., Sold by H. Morgan, Watch and Clock Maker, Jeweller, Park House Blaengarw [South wales]
O/P. 44 pages, illustrated, no date. A catalogue, with prices, issued by Howell Morgan of Park House Blaengarw, a small coalmining community in Glamorgan South Wales, circa 1900. Morgan sold English, Swiss and American Watches, American clocks, as well as jewellery, electro-plated tableware, barometers, musical instruments and bicycles. Catalogues such as this rarely survive, and give an insight into what was sold by a typical trader at the start of the 20th century. A good copy, the pages a little browned with age, the paper covers worn around the edges with small area of loss to rear cover. A rare item. (Ref: K1742)
Price: £20.00

Morrison (J.E.): The Astrolabe

Morrison (J.E.): The Astrolabe
NEW. 438 pages, illustrated, 2007. The Astrolabe is a complete treatise on the astrolabe and includes the description, history, use, theory and design of all types of astrolabes and several related devices. The book is not about specific historical instruments but covers the principles and design details of each instrument type as well as the application of computers to astrolabe design and practical advice on making an inexpensive working astrolabe. Card covers. (Ref: N2277)
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Morrison Low (A.D.): Making Scientific Instruments in the Industrial Revolution

Morrison Low (A.D.): Making Scientific Instruments in the Industrial Revolution
NEW. 408 pages, illustrated, 2007. A well researched new book looking at the growth of scientific instrument making in London and the English provincial centres (principally Birmingham, Bristol, Liverpool, Manchester and Sheffield) from the start of the Industrial Revolution to the Great Exhibition in 1851. The book has an excellent bibliography for further reading and a detailed listing of scientific instrument makers in the 5 provincial cities mentioned above. With dust jacket. (Ref: N1374)
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Mortensen (O.): Jens Olsen's Clock
O/P. 156 pages, well illustrated, 1957. A detailed description of a complex astronomical clock made betweeen 1944 and 1955. If you are in Copenhagen go and see it, it's in the Town Hall. A good copy but with 2 slightly bumped corners. The poor dust jacket is complete but worn at head and foot. (Ref: K365)
Price: £15.00

Mörzer Bruyns (W.F.J.) & Dunn (R.): Sextants at Greenwich

Mörzer Bruyns (W.F.J.) & Dunn (R.): Sextants at Greenwich
NEW. A Catalogue of the Mariner's Quadrants, Mariner's Astrolabes, Cross-staffs, Backstaffs, Octants, Sextants, Quintants, Reflecting Circles and Artificial Horizons in the National Maritime Museum, Greenwich.
323 pages, 694 photos (22 in colour), 76 figs., 2009. The first section of the book gives a general overview of the history of celestial navigation with an emphasis on the instruments that were developed and used for that purpose, between about 1450 and the 1970's. The second part of the book is a catalogue of the 347 instruments in the National Maritime Museum collection. With dust jacket and slipcase. A companion volume to Sundials at Greenwich and Astrolabes at Greenwich, which we also stock.

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(Ref: N1932)
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Price: £120.00

Mudge (T.): A Description with Plates of The Timekeeper Invented by the Late Mr. Thomas Mudge to which is Prefixed a Narrative, by Thomas Mudge, his son

Mudge (T.): A Description with Plates of The Timekeeper Invented by the Late Mr. Thomas Mudge to which is Prefixed a Narrative, by Thomas Mudge, his son
NEW. Portrait, [14 pp], 151 page prefix, 176 pages, 9 plates, first published in 1799 this is the 1977 facsimile reprint. An excellent quality reprint of this horological classic work by one of the chronometer pioneers. The first 8 plates are about marine chronometers and the 9th is of the lever escapement invented by Mudge. (Ref: N474)
Price: £25.00

Mudge (T.): A Description with Plates of The Timekeeper Invented by the Late Mr. Thomas Mudge to which is Prefixed a Narrative, by Thomas Mudge, his son
S/H. Portrait, (14) pp, 151 page prefix, 176 pages, 9 plates, first published in 1799 this is the 1977 facsimile reprint. An excellent quality reprint of this horological classic work by one of the chronometer pioneers. The first 8 plates are about marine chronometers and the 9th is of the lever escapement invented by Mudge. A good second hand copy. (Ref: K663)
Price: £15.00

Murray (H.): Directory of York Goldsmiths, Silversmiths & Associated Craftsmen

Murray (H.): Directory of York Goldsmiths, Silversmiths & Associated Craftsmen
NEW. 160 pages, 14 plates, 1998. This well researched book includes York watch and clock makers who may also have worked in gold and silver. Each entry includes dates, addresses and family details where known. Card covers. (Ref: N695)
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Musée De L'Horlogerie De Genève: Montres et Merveilles
O/P. 162 pages, illustrated, 1994. Catalogue of an exhibition of 200 masterpieces, 50 belonging to the museum, the remainder to the Piaget company. Many of the items are illustrated, some in black and white, many in colour. Text is in English and French. Good copy, soft covers, slightly creased on spine. (Ref: K219)
Price: £15.00

Musée International D'Horlogerie: L'Heure Électrique

Musée International D'Horlogerie: L'Heure Électrique
NEW. 211 pages, illustrated, 2005. The proceedings of a 2-day conference - Electricité et horlogerie - une (r)évolution de société? - held in September 2004 and the catalogue of an exhibition - L'Heure électrique - held in 2005 at the museum in La Chaux-de-Fonds. The conference and the exhibition catalogue include watches as well as clocks and over 160 items are illustrated with brief descriptions. If you missed the exhibition then you need the catalogue as it contains lots of information on electric clocks and watches. Card covers. [French language] (Ref: N994)
Price: £30.00

Musée International D'Horlogerie: L'Homme et Le Temps
O/P. 68 pages, illus., 1977. An introduction and guide to the museum of Man and Time in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. Card covers. [Text in French, English and German] (Ref: K1618)
Price: £5.00

Mützlitz (H.): A. Lange & Söhne Highlights

Mützlitz (H.): A. Lange & Söhne Highlights
NEW. 95 pages, 120 colour illustrations, 2010. A history of this famous firm, founded in 1845 and, since 1990, again a premier maker of mechanical wristwatches. The book documents the wristwatches produced since 1994 including the Lange 1, 1815, Arkade and Cabaret models. [Text in English and German] (Ref: P2272)
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Mützlitz (H.): Breitling Highlights

Mützlitz (H.): Breitling Highlights
NEW. 95 pages, 120 colour illustrations, 2009. The book starts with the company history of this famous watch brand and the reasons for its popularity. One hundred of the most remarkable models are described and illustrated including the legendary "Navitimer", the "Avenger", chronographs for nearly every purpose, the "Superocean", the "Cockpit" and the special edition "Breitling for Bentley". [Text in English and German] (Ref: P2273)
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Mützlitz (H.): Omega Highlights

Mützlitz (H.): Omega Highlights
NEW. 95 pages, 120 colour illustrations, 2009. A history of this famous Swiss brand, known for their involvement in timekeeping at sporting events and for the watch that went to the moon. About one hundred of the most remarkable models are described and illustrated: the Speedmaster "Moonwatch", today's wristwatches with Co-Axial technology, special editions such as "The Legend Collection" and the "Olympic Collection", "Seamaster" and many more. [Text in English and German] (Ref: P2274)
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Nardin (R.): Les Chronomètres de Marine Ulysse Nardin

Nardin (R.): Les Chronomètres de Marine Ulysse Nardin
NEW. 158 pages, illustrated, 1994. This is the only book I know of about the chronometers of the famous Swiss business, Ulysse Nardin. The first 132 pages, by Raymond Nardin, open with a brief history of the quest for accurate timekeeping at sea from 1708 to 1803, plus details of the Nardin family between 1803 and 1846, followed by a detailed account of the Ulysse Nardin business from its founding in 1846 up to 1975. The second part of the book by Estelle Fallet is a detailed study of the chronometer activities of Paul-David Nardin (Ulysse Nardin's son) between 1876 and 1918. Card covers. [French language] (Ref: N2112)
Price: £65.00

Nautical Almanac Office: Seven-Figure Trigonometrical Tables for Every Second of Time
O/P. This was published by order of The Lords Commissioners of The Admiralty in 1939. Astronomers measure right ascension, hour angle etc. in hours, minutes and seconds of time. These tables avoid having to convert to degrees and minutes when using trigonometrical functions. (Ref: K221)
Price: £10.00

Neale (F.) & Lovell (A.): Wells Cathedral Clock

Neale (F.) & Lovell (A.): Wells Cathedral Clock
NEW. 24 pages, 8 colour illustrations, new edition, 2006. An interesting booklet about the medieval clock and automata installed at Wells (Somerset, England) prior to 1392. The clock movement is now in the Science Museum in London, the internal and external dials are now driven by a Gillett & Bland movement made in 1880. The booklet describes the dials and the wooden figures as well as giving the history of the clock. Card covers. (Ref: N973)
Price: £5.00

Neale (J.A.): Joseph and Thomas Windmills Clock and Watch Makers 1671 - 1737

Neale (J.A.): Joseph and Thomas Windmills Clock and Watch Makers 1671 - 1737
NEW. 304 pages, 248 black and white, and 13 colour illus., 1999. This book traces the rise of the Windmills' business, describes their clocks and watches in detail and provides information on their family and associates. An important book about one of Britain's most respected clockmaking families. With dust jacket. (Ref: N222)
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Needham (J.), Gwei-Djen (L.), Combridge (J.H.) & Major (J.S.): The Hall of Heavenly Records - Korean Astronomical Instruments and Clocks 1380 - 1780

Needham (J.), Gwei-Djen (L.), Combridge (J.H.) & Major (J.S.): The Hall of Heavenly Records - Korean Astronomical Instruments and Clocks 1380 - 1780
NEW. 201 pages, illustrated, paperback edition, 2004. Between the 14th and 18th centuries, under the Yi Dynasty in Korea, a remarkable series of astronomical instruments, star-charts and clocks was created. This book demonstrates the context, purpose, nature and specific workings of these early instruments. Card covers. (Ref: N1909)
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Needham (J.), Ling (W.) & Price (D.J.): Heavenly Clockwork - the Great Astronomical Clocks of Medieval China - a Missing Link in Horological History
O/P. 254 pages, 71 figs., 1st edition, 1960. Chinese water-driven clocks with a form of mechanical escapement pre-date the first mechanical clocks in the West by 600 years. A detailed scholarly book, with an appendix on Chinese horary systems. A very good copy, with poor dust jacket. (Ref: K664)
Price: £70.00

Negretti & Zambra: A Treatise on Meteorological Instruments

Negretti & Zambra: A Treatise on Meteorological Instruments
NEW. 176 pages, reprint of a book first published in 1864. A detailed work describing the principles and construction of barometers, hygrometers, rain guages, anemometers, ozonometers and other meteorological instruments. Paperback. (Ref: N224)
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Newman (S.): The Christchurch Fusee Chain Gang

Newman (S.): The Christchurch Fusee Chain Gang
NEW. 256 pages, 30 illustrations, 2010. This book is a detailed study of poverty, survival and bygone trades; and explores the significance of watch making and other cottage industries that helped to keep the people of Christchurch out of the clutches of poverty. The author explores the significance of the fuse chain and what this industry meant to the inhabitants of Christchurch. A good study on fusee chain making, with details of the manufacturers and their employees. Card covers. (Ref: N2209)
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Nicholls (A.): Clocks in Colour
O/P. 204 pages, illus. A well illustrated book showing clocks from all over the world. Good copy with dust jacket. (Ref: K225)
Price: £4.00

Nicholls (A.): English Bracket and Mantel Clocks
O/P. 160 pages, 112 illustrations, 1981. A good book about bracket and mantel clocks from before 1700 through to the late Victorian period. Information includes the numbering system of several makers. Very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K226)
Price: £35.00

Nicholls (A.) & Good (R.): Clocks and Watches in Colour
O/P. 218 pages, 86 plates, 1985. Illustrates clocks from Europe, America, Japan and China. A good introduction to the subject. With dust jacket. (Ref: K227)
Price: £5.00

[Nicole, Nielsen & Co. Ltd]: High Class English Watches
O/P. 33 pages, illus., limited edition of 350 copies, 2002. A reprint of a Nicole, Nielson catalogue of circa 1910 illustrating many different pocket watches and their prices. Nicole, Nielsen & Co. made high quality watches for Dent and Frodsham amongst others. An excellent copy, card covers. (Ref: K1561)
Price: £15.00

Nicolet (J.-C.): From Hand to Machine

Nicolet (J.-C.): From Hand to Machine
NEW. 110 pages, 48 colour plates, 53 figs., no date. The English language edition of a book which describes the introduction of tools such as fusee engines, pinion cutters etc., which started the mechanisation of the horological industry. 48 tools from the collection of the Musée International d'Horlogerie are well described and illustrated with excellent photographs. With card slipcase. (Ref: N1812)
Price: £50.00

Nicolet (J.-C.): Turning and Milling in Horology

Nicolet (J.-C.): Turning and Milling in Horology
NEW. 53 pages, 62 illus., no date. Published by the horological tool makers Bergeon & Cie this is a good explanation of how to make wheels, pinions, crown wheels, striking racks, etc. (Ref: N1813)
Price: £45.00

Niehaus (J.J.): A Guide to Watch Holders

Niehaus (J.J.): A Guide to Watch Holders
NEW. 40 pages, 57 illustrations, 1978. The only book on the subject, showing a wide range of antique and modern watch stands. Card covers. (Ref: N628)
Price: £15.00

Niehüser (E.): French Bronze Clocks, 1700 - 1830 - A Study of Figural Images

Niehüser (E.): French Bronze Clocks, 1700 - 1830 - A Study of Figural Images
NEW. 267 pages, well illustrated in colour and black and white, 1999. An interesting book showing clocks with bronze figures, with the symbolism of each one explained - Gods, Heroes and Muses, Cupid and Venus, Noble Savages and Genre Scenes. The book also has a directory of 1365 documented French bronze clocks with references to the literature where more information can be found. A very useful book if you want to research your clock. With dust jacket. (Ref: N397)
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Niehüser (E.): French Bronze Clocks, 1700 - 1830 - A Study of Figural Images
S/H. 267 pages, well illustrated in colour and black and white, 1999. An interesting book showing clocks with bronze figures, with the symbolism of each one explained - Gods, Heroes and Muses, Cupid and Venus, Noble Savages and Genre Scenes. The book also has a directory of 1365 documented French bronze clocks with references to the literature where more information can be found. A very useful book if you want to research your clock. An unused copy, the dust jacket is very good but with some shelf wear. (Ref: K1682)
Price: £55.00

North (J.D.): Richard of Wallingford

North (J.D.): Richard of Wallingford
O/P. An edition of his writings with introductions, English translation and commentary. 3 volumes; 586 pp, 378 pp, 318 pp; with circa 160 line drawings and 25 plates; 1976. The definitive work on Richard of Wallingford, who died in 1336. Wallingford is best known to horologists for his famous great astronomical clock. Because of his writings it is the earliest known clock of which we have any detailed knowledge. An excellent copy, volumes 1 & 2 with good dust jackets, volume 3 without dust jacket.

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(Ref: K523)
Price: £275.00

North (J.D.): Stars, Minds and Fate - Essays in Ancient and Medieval Cosmology
O/P. 429 pages, 6 illustrations, 1989. A facsimile collection of 24 essays originally published in learned journals about ancient and medieval scientific ideas. The essays include Monasticism and the first Mechanical Clocks, The Astrolabe, Oxford Science and the Black Death, Nicolaus Kratzer and The Medieval Background to Copernicus.A good copy, small mark to front cover. (Ref: K2139)
Price: £35.00

North (J.D.): The Measure of the Universe: A History of Modern Cosmology
O/P. 436 pages, 1965. A study of the development of cosmology in the first half of the 20th century. A very good copy, dust jacket a little worn and torn. (Ref: K2050)
Price: £14.00

North (J.D.): The Universal Frame - Historical Essays in Astronomy, Natural Philosophy and Scientific Method
O/P. 384 pages, 1989. A facsimile collection of 17 essays originally published in learned journals on the history and methodology of the exact sciences from the 16th to the 20th century. The essays include The Western Calendar and A Post-Copernican Equatorium. A good copy. (Ref: K2140)
Price: £35.00

Odmark (A.L.): Patents for Inventions Abridgements of Specifications Class 139 Watches, Clocks and Other Timepieces 1901 - 1930
O/P. Facsimile edition, 1979. This is volume 2 only, covering the period 1901 - 1930 (volume 1 covered the period 1855 - 1900). These abridgements, published by the British Patent Office are a very useful resource for researchers interested in mechanical and electrical clocks and watches. If you find something of interest then the full patent may be obtained from the Patent Office. A very good copy. (Ref: K1955)
Price: £40.00

Oechslin (L.): Astronomische Uhren Und Welt-Modelle Der Priestmechaniker Im 18. Jahrhundert

Oechslin (L.): Astronomische Uhren Und Welt-Modelle Der Priestmechaniker Im 18. Jahrhundert
NEW. 2 volumes, about 456 pages in total plus a portfolio of plans, illus., 1996. A very detailed and scholarly study of astronomical clocks produced in the 18th century primarily by educated monks in religious orders.
Volume 1 describes the astronomical observations and how they were modelled by clockmakers to represent the heavens as accurately as possible.
Volume 2 is a catalogue of 29 clocks and orreries by 11 different makers, each illustrated and described with a list of complexities shown on the dial and how they are derived.
The portfolio contains figures showing the layout of the clock trains with wheel and pinion counts. The two volumes each have a dust jacket and the portfolio of plans has heavy boards with cloth spine and blue ribbon ties. An excellent reference book for the serious enthusiast. Limited edition of 550 copies. [German language].

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(Ref: N657)
Price: £175.00

Ohlson (O.): Helpful information for Watchmakers

Ohlson (O.): Helpful information for Watchmakers
NEW. 95 pages, illus., the 2000 reprint of a book first published circa 1910. An interesting booklet published by the Waltham Watch Company to assist repairers of Waltham watches. Card covers. (Ref: N1186)
Price: £9.50

Ohlsen (O.): Helpful information for Watchmakers
O/P. 37 pages, illus., 11th edition, 1937, republished 1987. An interesting booklet published by the Waltham Watch Company to assist repairers of Waltham watches. Good copy, card covers. (Ref: K1717)
Price: £4.00

Ord-Hume (A.W.J.G.): Clockwork Music
O/P. 334 pages, illus., 1973. The subtitle describes the book well: An Illustrated History of Mechanical Musical Instruments from the Musical Box to the Pianola, from Automaton Lady Virginal Players to the Orchestrion. A very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K229)
Price: £25.00

Ord-Hume (A.W.J.G.): Collecting Musical Boxes and How to repair Them
O/P. 140 pages, 44 plates, 19 figures, 1967. A good book on the history of disc and cylinder musical boxes and how to restore them. The book has chapters on how to identify makers trade marks and a list of known makers and their agents. A very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K2095)
Price: £35.00

Ord-Hume (A.W.J.G.): Joseph Haydn and the Mechanical Organ
O/P. 185 pages, 55 plates, 35 figures, 1982. Joseph Haydn is known to have composed music for mechanical organs. This book documents 3 such instruments, with details of who made them and the tunes they play. The three organs were all originally housed in cases and controlled by a timepiece, but only one now survives in that state. A very good copy with good dust jacket. This is one of Ord-Hume's rarer titles. (Ref: K2288)
Price: £40.00

Ord-Hume (A.W.J.G.): Musical Box - a History and Collector's Guide
O/P. 409 pages, 161 plates, 45 figures, 1980. A detailed study on the birth and evolution of cylinder and disc musical boxes by an acknowledged expert. The book has a list of makers, patentees and agents as well as a guide to tune sheets and their identification. A very good copy with good dust jacket (tear to head of spine). (Ref: K230)
Price: £75.00

Ord-Hume (A.W.J.G.): Pianola - the History of the Self-Playing Piano
O/P. 395 pages, 150 plates, 67 figures, 1984. A comprehensive guide to the rise and fall of the automatic piano. The book starts with the barrel piano and charts the development of pneumatic action and roll playing instruments. The book has a list of the principal makers, patentees and agents. A fine copy with fine dust jacket. (Ref: K2096)
Price: £90.00

Ord-Hume (A.W.J.G.): Restoring Musical Boxes
O/P. 186 pages, 53 figures, 50 plates, 1980. This is a complete handbook to the techniques used in musical box repair, restoration and conservation; cylinder and disc types are both included. The book also has a section on restoring the wooden boxes. Excellent copy with very good dust jacket. (Ref: K1189)
Price: £40.00

Ord-Hume (A.W.J.G.): Restoring Musical Boxes & Musical Clocks

Ord-Hume (A.W.J.G.): Restoring Musical Boxes & Musical Clocks
NEW. 368 pages, 180 illus. and 184 diagrams approx., reprinted 2005. A good book, now back in print, for the understanding and the repair of cylinder and disc musical boxes, singing birds and all types of musical clocks. An excellent book and essential for restorers and owners of musical boxes and musical clocks. With dust jacket. (Ref: N797)
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Ord-Hume (A.W.J.G.): The Musical Box - A Guide for Collectors Including a Guide to Values

Ord-Hume (A.W.J.G.): The Musical Box - A Guide for Collectors Including a Guide to Values
NEW. 343 pages, 330 plates, 78 figs, 1995. This is the most recent and best of Ord-Hume's books on musical boxes and is the definitive history of mechanical music, its instruments and their development and technology. The book illustrates the various types of mechanism and includes patents, makers' trade marks and tune sheets. With dust jacket. (Ref: N1653)
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Ord-Hume (A.W.J.G.): The Musical Clock - Musical & Automaton Clocks and Watches

Ord-Hume (A.W.J.G.): The Musical Clock - Musical & Automaton Clocks and Watches
NEW. 352 pages, well illustrated in colour and b&w, 1995. The definitive work on musical clocks, including the tunes played, and note on their makers. A very useful book for collectors. With dust jacket. (Ref: N231)
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Oris: The High Mech Booklet - How Oris Turns its Hands to the Future
O/P. 112 pages, illus., 1995. A sales brochure for Oris mechanical wrist watches with price list dated April 1996. Card covers. A good copy. (Ref: K1700)
Price: £7.00

Ortenburger (R.): Black Forest Clocks

Ortenburger (R.): Black Forest Clocks
NEW. 268 pages, illustrated, 1991. An excellent book covering the development of clocks made in the Black Forest over 300 years, illustrated with over 600 different examples. With dust jacket. (Ref: N232)
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Ortenburger (R.): Vienna Regulators and Factory Clocks

Ortenburger (R.): Vienna Regulators and Factory Clocks
NEW. 176 pages, well illus., 1990. A useful source for information about Viennese clocks and later clocks in the same style from the German-speaking world from 1780 to 1930. Includes information about Gustav Becker, Junghans, HAC and Lenzkirch factories. With dust jacket. (Ref: N233)
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Price: £32.50

Osterhausen (F. von): Paul Ditisheim Chronometrier

Osterhausen (F. von): Paul Ditisheim Chronometrier
NEW. 134 pages, illustrated, 2003. A detailed biography of the great Swiss chronometer maker and the watches and chronometers he produced. The book includes details of his chronometers entered for trials at various observatories as well as a guide to the years in which various serial numbers were produced. [French and German language.] (Ref: N1294)
Price: £75.00

Osterhausen (F. von): The Movado History

Osterhausen (F. von): The Movado History
NEW. 234 pages, 270 illustrations, 1996. The Movado Company, of La Chaux-de-Fonds, was founded in 1881 by the Ditisheim family. This is a high quality book, produced with the cooperation of Movado, with excellent illustrations and detailed information. With dust jacket and card slipcase. (Ref: N1528)
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Osterhausen (F. von): The Movado History
S/H. 234 pages, 270 illustrations, 1996. The Movado Company, of La Chaux-de-Fonds, was founded in 1881 by the Ditisheim family. This is a high quality book, produced with the cooperation of Movado, with excellent illustrations and detailed information. A very good copy, the dust jacket good but with small area of damage to spine. (Ref: K1947)

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Osterhausen (F. von): Wristwatch Chronometers - Mechanical Precision Watches and their Testing

Osterhausen (F. von): Wristwatch Chronometers - Mechanical Precision Watches and their Testing
NEW. 211 pages, 289 illustrations, 1997. The first section of the book is a detailed account of chronometer testing for wristwatches in Europe, primarily in Switzerland. Information is given about testing methods and procedures based on the yearly reports from the Swiss Observatories and Swiss testing agencies. The remainder of the book illustrates and describes wristwatch chronometers from a large number of makers (mainly Swiss). With dust jacket. (Ref: P1897)
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Osterhausen (F. von): Wristwatch Chronometers - Mechanical Precision Watches and their Testing
S/H. 211 pages, 289 illustrations, 1997. The first section of the book is a detailed account of chronometer testing for wristwatches in Europe, primarily in Switzerland. Information is given about testing methods and procedures based on the yearly reports from the Swiss Observatories and Swiss testing agencies. The remainder of the book illustrates and describes wristwatch chronometers from a large number of makers (mainly Swiss). A new unused copy, slight bruise to one corner, the dust jacket with light shelf wear. (Ref: K1529)
Price: £50.00

Ovens (R.) & Sleath (S.): Time in Rutland - a History and Gazeteer of the Bells, Scratch Dials, Sundials and Clocks of Rutland

Ovens (R.) & Sleath (S.): Time in Rutland - a History and Gazeteer of the Bells, Scratch Dials, Sundials and Clocks of Rutland
NEW. 400 pages, illustrated, 2002. A very comprehensive book, with a wealth of information for horologists and campanologists, about England's smallest county. The book has a gazeteer of all bells, sundials and turret clocks known to be in Rutland and a biographical listing of all Rutland clockmakers plus notes on clockmakers from outside the county who made clocks which are now located in the county. A useful section is devoted to information about British bell founders who supplied bells to Rutland - this information is not easily available elsewhere. A good book which deserves a place on your bookshelf. With dust jacket. (Ref: N234)
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Ovens (R.) & Sleath (S.): Time in Rutland - a History and Gazeteer of the Bells, Scratch Dials, Sundials and Clocks of Rutland
O/P. 400 pages, illustrated, 2002. A very comprehensive book, with a wealth of information for horologists and campanologists, about England's smallest county. The book has a gazetteer of all bells, sundials and turret clocks known to be in Rutland and a biographical listing of all Rutland clockmakers plus notes on clockmakers from outside the county who made clocks which are now located in the county. A useful section is devoted to information about British bell founders who supplied bells to Rutland - this information is not easily available elsewhere. A fine copy with very good dust jacket. (Ref: K1666)
Price: £20.00

Overton (G.L.): Clocks and Watches
O/P. 127 pages, 27 figures, 1922. A good introduction to the subject, written as part of the Pitman "Common Commodities and Industries" series. A good copy, hardback. (Ref: K1938)
Price: £15.00

Parker (P.): Clockmaking in the Vale of Clwyd
O/P. 78 pages, 41 figs., 1993. A detailed account of clock and watch making in The Vale of Clwyd, an area in North Wales which includes Denbigh, Henllan, Llanrhaedr, Rhuddlan, Rhyl, Ruthin and St. Asaph. The appendix has a list of clock and watch makers in the area. An excellent unused copy. Card covers. (Ref: K1794)
Price: £35.00

[Patek Philippe]: Patek Philipe Geneve 1920 - 1965 Material Catalog

[Patek Philippe]: Patek Philippe Geneve 1920 - 1965 Material Catalog
NEW. [36 pages], reprinted 2000. A facsimile reprint of a materials catalogue originally published by Patek Philippe in the mid 1960's. The book has movement illustrations, parts lists and instructions for various watch calibres. Card covers. (Ref: N1476)
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[Patek Philippe]: Timepieces for Royalty - 1850-1910

[Patek Philippe]: Timepieces for Royalty - 1850-1910
NEW. 192 pages, illustrated, only 1000 copies printed, 2005. Produced as a catalogue of an exhibition held at the Patek Philippe Museum in 2005 this book is a history of the Royal families of Europe in the 19th century and their watches purchased from Patek Philippe. The volume also contains a history of the firm and details of their participation in the Great Exhibition of 1851 in London. Card covers. (Ref: N2288)
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Patents for Inventions: Abridgments of Specifications, Class 139, Watches, Clocks and Other Timekeepers - Period A.D. 1867 - 1876
O/P. 76 pages, published in 1904. This is a useful reference source for Victorian novelty and electric clocks. The volume has diagrams illustrating various patents. Original paper covers a little torn with some loss. (Ref: K236)
Price: £10.00

Patents for Inventions: Abridgments of Specifications, Class 139, Watches, Clocks and Other Timekeepers - Period 1889 - 1892
O/P. 83 pages, published in 1898. This is a useful reference source for Victorian novelty and electric clocks. The volume has diagrams illustrating various patents. Modern paper covers, original covers missing. (Ref: K237)
Price: £10.00

Pattenden (P.): Sundials at an Oxford College
O/P. 100 pages, 5 plates, 9 figs., 1979. A history, description and explanation of the sundials at Corpus Christi College, Oxford based on manuscripts in the College archives. The first dial by Nicolaus Kratzer is now lost but the book describes his other known dials and his period in Oxford. The second dial, usually called the Pelican sundial, was designed by Charles Turnbull and installed in 1579. The dial still exists and was restored to working order in 1976. Very good copy, card covers. (Ref: K1301)
Price: £5.00

Pattenden (P.): The Pelican Sundial - Description of the Tables
O/P. 52 pages, 10 figs., 1980. A companion volume to the authors other book "Sundials at an Oxford College". This book is a detailed explanation of the tables on Turnbull's famous 'Pelican' sundial at Corpus Christie College, Oxford. Good copy card covers. (Ref: K1302)
Price: £5.00

Pearsall (R.): A Connoisseur's Guide to Antique Clocks and Watches
O/P. 127 pages, well illustrated in colour, 1997. A useful introduction to some excellent clocks and watches. Very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K240)
Price: £10.00

Pearson (M.): Kent Clocks and Clockmakers

Pearson (M.): Kent Clocks and Clockmakers
NEW. 320 pages, illus., 1997. A comprehensive account of over 1200 clockmakers from the earliest period until the late 19th century. This edition is limited to 1000 numbered copies. Another useful regional title. With dust jacket. (Ref: N241)
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Pearson (M.): The Beauty of Clocks
O/P. 96 pages, 143 colour illustrations, 1979. This book is useful for the illustrations that chart the development of longcase and bracket clocks as well as other English clocks. No dust jacket. (Ref: K385)
Price: £9.00

Peate (I.C.): Clock and Watch Makers in Wales
O/P. 107 pages, 7 plates, 2nd edition 1960. A good copy of this useful book with a listing of Welsh clock and watch makers. Hardback edition, the dust jacket in good condition for its age. (Ref: K548)
Price: £20.00

Peate (I.C.): Clock and Watch Makers in Wales
O/P. 112 pages, 7 plates, 11 figs., 3rd edition 1975. A good copy of this useful book with a listing of Welsh clock and watch makers. With good dust jacket (spine faded). (Ref: K1043)
Price: £20.00

Pellaton (J.C.): Watch Escapements
O/P. 126 pages, 269 figures, 23 pages of adverts, 3rd edition, [ 1949 ]. An excellent book for the serious workman by a Swiss expert. This is the English edition and has a detailed analysis of the lever, pin pallet, cylinder and detent escapements. Card covers a little worn, binding a bit loose - but a decent copy for its age. (Ref: K1193)
Price: £25.00

Penfold (J.B.): The Clockmakers of Cumberland

Penfold (J.B.): The Clockmakers of Cumberland
O/P. 284 pages, 118 illustrations, 2nd edition, 1977. This is one of the best books on English counties and has become the most sought after and difficult to find. Many famous clockmakers were born in Cumberland - George Graham, John Barwise, John Brockbank and James Gandy to name a few. This well researched book has information about all the Cumberland makers and is an essential reference book for enthusiasts. A very good copy.

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(Ref: K872)
Price: £350.00

Penfold (J.B.): The Clockmakers of Cumberland
O/P. 284 pages, 118 illustrations, 1st edition, 1977. This is one of the best books on English counties and has become the most sought after and difficult to find. Many famous clockmakers were born in Cumberland - George Graham, John Barwise, John Brockbank and James Gandy to name a few. This well researched book has information about all the Cumberland makers and is an essential reference book for enthusiasts. A very good copy.

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Penman (L.): Clock Design and Construction

Penman (L.): Clock Design and Construction
NEW. 144 pages, 219 figs., 3rd edition, 2002. First published in 1984 this is a useful book for those wanting to understand the basics of clock design and construction. The author considers the design of each aspect of the movement and dial and each chapter includes a section of practical instructions for making the parts designed. Hardback with dust jacket. (Ref: N1233)
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Penman (L.): Practical Clock Escapements

Penman (L.): Practical Clock Escapements
O/P. 248 pages, well illustrated, reprinted 2002. An excellent book (now out of print) for the practical enthusiast. The book is comprehensive in its treatment of virtually all escapements including platform escapements on carriage clocks. Useful chapters on pendulum suspensions and pendulums are also included. Special purchase - we have a few brand new copies, still in publisher's shrink wrap. With dust jacket. (Ref: N242)
Price: £45.00

Penman (L.): The Carriage Clock - a Repair and Restoration Manual

Penman (L.): The Carriage Clock - a Repair and Restoration Manual
NEW. 352 pages, 8 pages of colour illustrations, many text figures, 2005. A comprehensive and practical new book devoted entirely to the repair and restoration of (mainly) French carriage clocks. A very useful book for the amateur and professional restorer - if you struggle with alarms, quarter repeaters and grande sonnerie then this is the book for you! With dust jacket. (Ref: N647)
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Penman (L.): The Clock Repairer's Handbook

Penman (L.): The Clock Repairer's Handbook
NEW. 176 pages, 301 figures, 2008. The latest printing of a book first published in 1985 which has been in demand ever since. This is an excellent book which describes in detail how to find and assess a clock's mechanical problems and how to fix them. The fault finding chart is very useful as are the author's diagrams and descriptions of repair techniques. A book of great use to enthusiasts and restorers. Paperback. (Ref: N610)
Price: £16.99

Perkins (A.B.): The Modern Watchmakers Lathe and How to Use it

Perkins (A.B.): The Modern Watchmakers Lathe and How to Use it
NEW. 394 pages, 548 illustrations, 2003. This book is intended to teach the skills necessary for clock and watch makers and restorers to use the lathe, to make missing parts, and to refurbish worn parts. The book will serve as a textbook for horology students as well as amateur enthusiasts. The illustrations include 267 photographs and 281 drawings. With dust jacket. (Ref: N920)
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Pfeiffer-Belli (C.): Die Taschenuhrensammlung von Gerd Ahrens

Pfeiffer-Belli (C.): Die Taschenuhrensammlung von Gerd Ahrens
NEW. 2 volumes, 655 pages, about 1250 illustrations, number 187 of 1200 copies, 2006. An excellent reference book, describing and illustrating the Gerd Ahrens collection of 538 pocket watches with escapement drawings by David Penney. Each watch is described and illustrated with at least two colour photographs and a drawing of the escapement. The watches are grouped by their escapement type into 7 chapters (verge, cylinder, duplex, chronometer, tourbillon/karrusel, lever, miscellaneous). With dust jackets and slipcase. [German language] (Ref: N2110)
Price: £175.00

Philpott (S.F.): Modern Electric Clocks
O/P. 214 pages, 152 figs., 3rd edition, 1938. One of the best known works on electric clocks explaining the principles of operation as applied to all types of electrical clocks including synchronous clocks and turret clocks. A very good copy, corners a little bruised. (Ref: K2228)
Price: £60.00

Piaget (H.F.): The Watch: Handwork versus Machinery

Piaget (H.F.): The Watch: Handwork versus Machinery
NEW. 63 pages, reprint of 3rd edition, 2006. Piaget was born in Switzerland and worked for most of his adult life in America as a watchmaker and repairer. This book was first published in 1860, with later editions in 1868 and 1877, when Piaget attempted to explain the merits and defects of watches made by the two systems. With dust jacket. A new copy but with two lightly bruised corners. (Ref: N2279)

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Pickford (C.): Bedfordshire Clock & Watchmakers 1352 - 1880
O/P. 252 pages, 35 plates, 2 figs., 1991. An excellent, well researched book about the clock makers of Bedfordshire with lots of biographical information as well as a brief history of timekeeping in Bedfordshire. This book is now very hard to find. A good copy, paperback, card covers a little marked. (Ref: K1358)
Price: £125.00

Pickford (C.): Turret Clocks: Lists of clocks from makers' catalogues and publicity materials

Pickford (C.): Turret Clocks: Lists of clocks from makers' catalogues and publicity materials
NEW. 220 pages, 2nd edition, 2009. A useful book for church and turret clock enthusiasts. The second edition has a 40-page addendum with additional information from catalogues by Cooke & Sons, Dent, Lund & Blockley, G. & F. Cope, Benson and Charles Potts & Co. Card covers. (Ref: N2145)
Price: £15.00

Pipe (R.W.): The Automatic Watch
O/P. 156 pages + 10 pages of adverts, 89 figs., 1952. The pioneers of the self-winding pocket watch (Perrelet, Breguet and Recordon) are mentioned, but the book concentrates on the early self-winding wrist watches developed from the 1930's onwards. A good copy. (Ref: K1605)
Price: £15.00

Pippa (L.): Masterpieces of watchmaking/Chefs-d'Oeuvre De l'Horlogerie/Meisterwerke Der Uhrmacherkunst
O/P. 236 pages, well illustrated, 1966. This book has good illustrations of clocks, watches and sundials, each picture with a description in English, French and German. Good copy without dust jacket. (Ref: K640)
Price: £20.00

Playtner (H. R.): An Analysis of the Lever Escapement
O/P. 57 pages, 28 figures, reprinted 1995. Originally written as a lecture for the Canadian Watchmakers' and Retail Jewelers' Association, An Analysis of the Lever Escapement was published as a book in 1895 and brought the author international acclaim. A good copy, card covers. (Ref: K2229)
Price: £4.00

Plomp (R.): Early French Pendulum Clocks, 1658 - 1700 (known as Pendules Religieuses)

Plomp (R.): Early French Pendulum Clocks, 1658 - 1700 (known as Pendules Religieuses)
NEW. 119 pages, 214 colour illustrations, 2009. This book presents information about the Paris clockmakers who made pendulum clocks after their introduction in 1658. It also discusses the development of the French pendulum clock and includes suberb illustrations (dials, movements & cases) of almost 100 clocks. On the basis of the evidence available, the author concludes that many clocks made in the 1680's were made in the workshop of Andre-Charles Boulle, the famous cabinetmaker. An excellent contribution to our knowledge of early clockmaking in France. The paperback edition with laminated card covers (the hardback edition is now out of print). (Ref: N2177)
Price: £45.00

Plomp (R.): Spring-driven Dutch Pendulum Clocks 1637 - 1710

Plomp (R.): Spring-driven Dutch Pendulum Clocks 1637 - 1710
NEW. 251 pages, 134 clocks illustrated, 1979. A good book showing the early development of Dutch clocks including the exchange of designs between London and Amsterdam. The book includes a chart for dating Hague clocks. With dust jacket. (Ref: N246)
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Price: £85.00

Ponsford (C.N.): Devon Clocks and Clockmakers
O/P. 360 pages, 12 figs., 47 plates, 1985. A good book with lots of information about clock and watch making in Devon with notes on Devonshire makers. A good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K1288)
Price: £75.00

Ponsford (C.N.): Time in Exeter
O/P. 200 pages, 50 illustrations, hardback, 1st edition, 1978. A well researched book on the history of 700 years of clockmaking in Exeter. Biographical details are given for more than 300 makers. A good copy with bookplate inside front cover and a dust jacket. (Ref: K812)
Price: £55.00

Porsche: Sales Brochure
O/P. A sales brochure for wristwatches deigned by Porsche Design and made in Switzerland, with price list dated January 2002. Good copy, hardback. (Ref: K1477)
Price: £5.00

Potts (M.S.): Potts of Leeds Five Generations of Clockmakers

Potts (M.S.): Potts of Leeds Five Generations of Clockmakers
NEW. 432 pages, illustrated, 2006. An excellent book about William Potts & Sons, later Charles Potts & Company, who made turret clocks and dial clocks in Leeds from 1790 until 1958. Potts were one of the most important turret clock makers in Britain and exported to the British Empire, Russia and Argentina. The book has a complete history of the business together with a listing of over 1600 public clocks by Potts. The book has over 700 illustrations and reproduces a number of the firm's catalogues. With dust jacket. (Ref: N878)
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Price: £45.00

Priestley (P.T.): Aaron Lufkin Dennison - An Industrial Pioneer and his Legacy

Priestley (P.T.): Aaron Lufkin Dennison - An Industrial Pioneer and his Legacy
NEW. 156 pages, over 200 illustrations, 2010. Dennison's career commenced in America, as a watchmaker and then a manager, at Roxbury and Waltham before he moved to Switzerland and set up a watch factory in Zurich. His final career was as a watchcase manufacturer in England. The Dennison Watch Case Company remained in business until 1967. Card covers. (Ref: N2181)
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Price: £25.00

Priestley (P.T.): Early Watch Case Makers of England 1631 - 1720
O/P. 89 pages, illus., 2000. A carefully researched publication with detailed information on over 200 watch case makers, 11 working in Liverpool the remainder in London. The book also discusses the factors affecting trade during the period, including the Great Fire of London. An essential book for researchers. A very good copy. Hardback. (Ref: K922)
Price: £60.00

Pryce (W.T.R.) & Davies (T.A.): Samuel Roberts Clock Maker - an Eighteenth Century Craftsman In a Welsh Rural Community
O/P. 450 pages, 129 figs., 1985. The definitive work on Samuel Roberts, an eighteenth-century craftsman in the Welsh rural community of Llanfair Caereinion. Roberts produced about 600 clocks and his Account Book for the period 1755 - 1774 is reproduced as an appendix. A good copy of an excellent book, with dust jacket. (Ref: K777)
Price: £32.00

Raistrick (A.): Quakers in Science and Industry

Raistrick (A.): Quakers in Science and Industry
NEW. 361 pages, illus., 1993. A reprint of a book first published in 1950 and still in demand. The book charts the origin and rise of Quakers as citizens and businessmen in the United Kingdom with chapters on Ironmasters, Merchants, Miners, Clockmakers, Doctors, Botanists and Bankers. The clock chapter includes information about Thomas Tompion, George Graham and Daniel Quare. Soft covers. (Ref: N400)
Price: £10.00

Randall (A.G.): The Time Museum Catalogue of Chronometers

Randall (A.G.): The Time Museum Catalogue of Chronometers
NEW. 366 pages, illustrated in colour and black & white, 1992. An excellent work describing and illustrating the Time Museum's collection of 157 precision timekeepers, mostly with spring detent escapements, one or two with lever escapements and a George Daniels watch with his double wheel 'independent' escapement. This work is an excellent reference book and includes examples by Mudge, Arnold, Earnshaw, Berthoud, Breguet and Motel to name a few. The list of known Earnshaw chronometers and their double numbering system is very useful for dating Earnshaw's work. A guide to dating Ulysse Nardin chronometers is also given. This book is essential reading for chronometer enthusiasts.

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(Ref: N434)
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Price: £150.00

Randell (W.L.): Clock Repairing and Adjusting
O/P. 99 pages, 40 figs, 2nd edition, 1946. A very good copy of this well known book. (Ref: K1195)
Price: £5.00

Rawlings (A.L.): The Science of Clocks and Watches

Rawlings (A.L.): The Science of Clocks and Watches
NEW. 393 pages, figures, 3rd edition, 1993. The most recent edition of a good book, first published over 60 years ago and still in demand, written for the technically minded who want to understand more about the parameters affecting timekeeping. This revised and enlarged edition is based on the 2nd edition, with contributions from 10 eminent horologists. An essential reference book. (Ref: N2284)
Price: £20.00

Rawlings (A.L.): The Science of Clocks and Watches
O/P. 303 pages, 96 figs., 2nd edition, 1948 reprinted 1980. A good book for the technically minded who want to understand more about the parameters affecting timekeeping. Very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K1196)
Price: £15.00

Rawlings (A.L.): The Science of Clocks and Watches
O/P. 303 pages, 96 figs., 2nd edition, 1948. A good book, now 60 years old and still in demand, for the technically minded who want to understand more about the parameters affecting timekeeping. A clean copy internally, binding tight, boards worn and marked. (Ref: K1044)
Price: £10.00

Rees (A.): Clocks, Watches and Chronometers (1819 - 20)
O/P. 1970 facsimile of the horological sections of Rees's Cyclopaedia. This book has a lot of information on chronometers, clocks, horological tools, compensated balances, dials and dialling, escapements, pendulums and their compensation, remontoirs, etc. An interesting book factually and historically. A good copy (dust staining to page edges, bruised corner and inscription on ffep) with complete but worn dust jacket. (Ref: K367)
Price: £15.00

Reid (C.L.): North Country Clockmakers of the 17th, 18th, and 19th Centuries

Reid (C.L.): North Country Clockmakers of the 17th, 18th, and 19th Centuries
O/P. 140 pages, 6 plates, 1925. An early and well known work on the clockmakers of Northern England which is always in demand. A good copy with a small stain to a few pages, still in the original thin card covers now a little worn.

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(Ref: K1533)
Price: £120.00

Reid (C.L.): North Country Clockmakers of the 17th, 18th, and 19th Centuries
O/P. 140 pages, 6 plates, 1925. An early and well known work on the clockmakers of Northern England which is always in demand. A good copy but spine and original thin card covers worn and corners bumped. (Ref: K251)
Price: £75.00

Reid (C.L.): North Country Clockmakers of the 17th, 18th, and 19th Centuries
O/P. 140 pages, 7 plates, 1981. A useful reprint of a work first published in 1925 and now hard to find. Good copy with good dj. (Ref: K1046)
Price: £35.00

Reid (T.): Treatise on Clock and Watch Making, Theoretical and Practical

Reid (T.): Treatise on Clock and Watch Making, Theoretical and Practical
O/P. iv, 466 pages, 19 folding plates, 2nd edition, [circa 1844]. The second edition of this celebrated work by Thomas Reid, the famous Edinburgh clock and watch maker. The book is a comprehensive treatise on clocks, watches and chronometers with information on orreries and turret clocks. A good copy with a little foxing to the plates and title page. Most plates have light water stain to top corner. Now in an acceptable, 20th century, buckram binding.

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(Ref: K779)
Price: £220.00

Reves (Watches) Ltd: Reves News
O/P. 4 pages, 1966. A 13½" x 8½" newspaper style advertising flyer for a company selling watches by mail order. They advertised Britain's lowest priced waterproof lever wristwatch at 95 Shillings. An interesting piece of horological ephemera. (With two creases where folded). (Ref: K1478)
Price: £5.00

Reymondin (C-A), Monnier (G.), Jeanneret (D.) & Pelaratti (U.): The Theory of Horology

Reymondin (C-A), Monnier (G.), Jeanneret (D.) & Pelaratti (U.): The Theory of Horology
NEW. 368 pages, illustrated, 2nd edition, 2003. Published in Switzerland by the Swiss Federation of Technical Colleges and WOSTEP this is an excellent book sought after by new trainees and more experienced workers already in the trade. The book is a major new manual for the watch repairer and maker and, to a lesser extent the clock repairer. (Ref: N677)
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Reynolds (C.F.): The Great George Liver Clock on the Royal Liver Friendly Society Building Liverpool

Reynolds (C.F.): The Great George Liver Clock on the Royal Liver Friendly Society Building Liverpool
NEW. 61 pages, 44 illustrations, 2007. A history of the design, manufacture and installation of the Liver clock supplied by Gent's of Leicester. This electrically driven 'waiting train' clock, installed in 1911 has four dials, each 25 feet in diameter, on two towers. The electro-mechanical chiming system was installed in 1954. Card covers. (Ref: N2079)
Price: £10.00

Rice (J.): The Shop Wisdom of Rudy Kouhoupt volume 3
O/P. 236 pages, well illustrated, 2002. Not horological in content but of great use in the workshop for all who want to learn how to use their machine tools effectively. Projects include various lathe accessories, a Stirling powered tractor etc. An excellent copy. (Ref: K1562)
Price: £30.00

Richter (B.): Breitling: The History of a Great Brand of Watches 1884 to the Present

Richter (B.): Breitling: The History of a Great Brand of Watches 1884 to the Present
NEW. 173 pages, 320 photographs, 3rd edition, 2007. A history of this famous company with information from old catalogues and advertisements as well as details and illustrations of the whole spectrum of Breitling's products. Information on serial numbers and production will help collectors to date their watches and the book is complete with a price guide (US dollars). Breitling's most famous product the 'Navitimer' was first produced in 1952. With dust jacket. (Ref: N1898)
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Ridgway (M.H.) & Priestley (P.T.): The Compendium of Chester Gold and Silver Marks, 1570 to 1962 from the Chester Assay Office Registers

Ridgway (M.H.) & Priestley (P.T.): The Compendium of Chester Gold and Silver Marks, 1570 to 1962 from the Chester Assay Office Registers
NEW. 520 pages, illustrated, 2004. All known registered and unregistered marks associated with goldsmith and silvesmiths from Chester are given here from 1570 to 1962, when the Assay Office was closed by Act of Parliament. In all approximately 10,000 marks are recorded, with 800 listings for the watch trade. The book has an addendum on Liverpool Watchcase Makers and also an addendum to Priestley's 'Watchcase Makers of England 1720 - 1920'. With dust jacket. (Ref: N2178)
Price: £65.00

Roamer: Sales Brochures
O/P. Two sales brochures for this Swiss watch brand, one dated 1978, the other with price list dated 1981. Card covers. (Ref: K1479)
Price: £3.00

Roberts (D.): A Life with Clocks

Roberts (D.): A Life with Clocks
NEW. 128 pages, 60 illustrations, 2010. The story of Derek Roberts' very successful antique clocks business which started in the 1960's. An interesting book with some humorous stories, the illustrations show some rare clocks handled by the author over the years including some from The von Bertele Collection. With dust jacket. (Ref: N2194)
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Roberts (D.): Amazing Clocks
O/P. 88 pages, well illustrated in colour, 1987. An excellent catalogue of an exhibition of 19 fabulous clocks. The clocks include an Edward Cockey astronomical clock, a Radeloff rolling ball clock dated 1660 and an astronomical clock by Joseph Finney of Liverpool. Recommended. Very good copy card covers. (Ref: K252)
Price: £15.00

Roberts (D.): British Longcase Clocks

Roberts (D.): British Longcase Clocks
NEW. 373 pages, 522 illustrations, 1990. A very well illustrated book covering all types of longcase clock from circa 1660 to Edwardian times. Well worth having on your bookshelf. With dust jacket. (Ref: N253)
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Roberts (D.): British Longcase Clocks
S/H. 373 pages, 522 illus., 1990. A very well illustrated book covering all types of longcase clock from circa 1660 to Edwardian times. Well worth having on your bookshelf. A fine copy with fine dust jacket (Ref: K813)
Price: £60.00

Roberts (D.): British Skeleton Clocks
O/P. 271 pages, 45 colour plates and numerous black and white illustrations, 1st edition, 1987. This is the standard reference book on British skeleton clocks and is essential reading for all collectors. Good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K1404)
Price: £95.00

Roberts (D.): Carriage and Other Travelling Clocks

Roberts (D.): Carriage and Other Travelling Clocks
NEW. 368 pages, well illustrated in colour and b&w, 1993. This book is just as useful as Allix's Carriage Clocks but concentrates on the more rare and more decorative items. Several of the better-known English makers each have a chapter devoted to them. A very useful reference book if you are interested in carriage clocks. With dust jacket. (Ref: N254)
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Roberts (D.): Carriage and Other Travelling Clocks
S/H. 368 pages, well illustrated, signed by author on title page, 1993. This book is just as useful as Allix's Carriage Clocks but concentrates on the rarer and more decorative items. Several of the better-known English makers each have a chapter. A very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K992)
Price: £50.00

Roberts (D.): Continental and American Skeleton Clocks

Roberts (D.): Continental and American Skeleton Clocks
NEW. 247 pages, well illustrated, 1989. A good book about European and American skeleton clocks. This and Roberts' book Skeleton Clocks, Britain 1800 - 1914 are the definitive works about this type of clock. With dust jacket. (Ref: N255)
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Price: £59.95

[Roberts (Derek)]: Exhibition of Fine Antique Clocks Autumn 2008
O/P. 40 pages, illustrated in colour, 2008. An exhibition catalogue of 44 fine clocks including Viennese wall clocks, French carriage clocks, 2 Vulliamy wall clocks and a unique longcase satinwood regulator by John Joseph Merlin. A very good copy, card covers. (Ref: K2247)
Price: £10.00

Roberts (D.): Mystery, Novelty & Fantasy Clocks

Roberts (D.): Mystery, Novelty & Fantasy Clocks
NEW. 288 pages, well illustrated, 1999. Over 300 clocks are illustrated and described with historical explanations and detailed drawings. This is another good book by Derek Roberts and includes chapters on James Cox, Robert-Houdin, Guilmet and others. With dust jacket.

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(Ref: N256)
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Price: £115.00

Roberts (D.): Precision Pendulum Clocks - the Quest for Accurate Timekeeping

Roberts (D.): Precision Pendulum Clocks - the Quest for Accurate Timekeeping
NEW. 224 pages, profusely illustrated, many in colour, 2003. This book relates the story of how leading clockmakers, primarily in England, struggled to provide accurate timekeeping over 300 years. The best examples of each new invention are described and illustrated and Georgian, Regency and Victorian advances documented. There are chapters on the Royal Observatory at Greenwich and on the many men of science who contributed to the quest. The first of 3 volumes by Roberts on precision clocks. With dust jacket. (Ref: N258)
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Roberts (D.): English Precision Pendulum Clocks

Roberts (D.): English Precision Pendulum Clocks
NEW. 296 pages, well illustrated, many in colour, 2003. This is a splendid book, the second of Derek Roberts' three volumes on precision clocks. The book describes and illustrates clocks by all the famous English makers - John Shelton, Thomas Mudge, John Ellicott, John Arnold, Thomas Earnshaw, the Vulliamys, Robert Molyneaux, James Condliff, Dent and Frodsham, to name but a few! This is the only book on English regulators and will be regarded as the standard reference work on the subject for many years to come. With dust jacket. (Ref: N259)
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Roberts (D.): Precision Pendulum Clocks - France, Germany, America and Recent Advancements

Roberts (D.): Precision Pendulum Clocks - France, Germany, America and Recent Advancements
NEW. 288 pages, profusely illustrated, 2004. The third and final book in Derek Roberts' excellent series on precision clocks. This volume includes the work of Berthoud, Janvier, Robin, Breguet, Lepine, Riefler and Strasser & Rohde amongst the European makers plus Seth Thomas, Charles Fasoldt and William Bond and other American makers. The final chapters on the 20th century concentrate on the work of Fedchenko, Professor Hall and Phillip Woodward. All 3 books in the series are essential reading. With dust jacket. (Ref: N432)
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Roberts (D.): Skeleton Clocks, Britain 1800 - 1914
O/P. 271 pages, 45 colour plates and numerous black and white illustrations, the 1996 reprint of British Skeleton Clocks first published in 1987. This is the standard reference book on British skeleton clocks and is essential reading for all collectors. Excellent copy with very good dj. (Ref: K949)
Price: £95.00

Roberts (K.D.): The Contributions of Joseph Ives to Connecticut Clock Technology 1810 - 1862
O/P. 338 pages, 102 figures, 1st edition 1970. An important and well researched study of the important developments in clockmaking, achieved during the first half of the 19th century, by Joseph Ives and his contemporaries in Bristol, Connecticut. A good copy. (Ref: K1536)
Price: £30.00

Robertson (J. D.): The Evolution of Clockwork
O/P. 358 pages, 101 illustrations, reprinted 1972. An interesting book, valuable for its 100 pages about the clocks of Japan and the extensive bibliography of horological books. A very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K1049)
Price: £25.00

Robey (J.) Editor: Your Time - Including the Contribution of Northwest England to the Development of Clocks and Watches

Robey (J.) Editor: Your Time - Including the Contribution of Northwest England to the Development of Clocks and Watches
NEW. 136 pages, illustrated in colour, 2008. The catalogue of an exhibition organised by the Northern Section of the Antiquarian Horological Society, with interesting introductions on Chronometers, Watchmaking in Prescot & South Lancashire, Edward Massey's Lever Escapement, Unfinished or Raw Movements, Turret Clocks and the Lancashire Watch Company by Edward Powell, Alan Smith, Alan Treherne and Chris McKay. The interesting text and good illustrations of the 127 exhibits mean that this will be a useful reference book in the years to come. Card covers. (Ref: N1698)
Price: £20.00

Robinson (T.): The Longcase Clock
O/P. 467 pages, well illustrated, 1st edition, reprinted 1985. This is one of the best books on the subject and essential reading for all collectors and enthusiasts; all editions are now out of print. A very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K870)
Price: £70.00

Robinson (T.R.): Modern Clocks, Their Repair and Maintenance
O/P. 193 pages, 148 figures, 2nd edition, 1943. A book about clock movements produced in the 1920's and 30's with good information on electric clocks and movements of the period. The book has a chapter of drawings of electric and clockwork driven clock movements in production in 1939. No dust jacket. (Ref: K782)
Price: £10.00

Robinson (T.R.): Modern Watch Repairing and Adjusting
O/P. 118 pages, 123 figures, 1st edition, not dated but early 1930's. Useful chapters on watch repairing written by a Swiss expert with additional chapters by Robinson. With remains of dust jacket. (Ref: K720)
Price: £12.00

Rock (H.): Church Clocks

Rock (H.): Church Clocks
NEW. 64 pages, illustrated, 2008. An excellent introduction to the wealth of clocks still in use in Britain's churches with excellent illustrations of many clock movements, dials and their installation features. Paperback. (Ref: N2166)
Price: £5.99

Rodd (J.): Repairing and Restoring Antique Furniture
O/P. 240 pages, illustrated, reprinted 1988. A good book by a professional restorer on the 6 basic steps in restoration - dismantling, cleaning joints, restoring components, gluing up, levelling and sandpapering, colouring and polishing. A very good copy, with very good dust jacket. (Ref: K2187)
Price: £5.00

Röhner (S.): Militär-Taschenuhren Das Handbuch für Sammler
O/P. 175 pages, illustrated, 1992. A collectors handbook of watches and deck watches used by the armed forces of several countries. A good copy. (Ref: K1447)
Price: £30.00

Rohr (R.R.J.): Sundials - History, Theory, and Practice
O/P. 142 pages, 4 colour and 51 b&w plates, 105 figures, 1970. A good book for the dials and dialling enthusiast. A very good copy the dust jacket a little worn. (Ref: K1983)
Price: £25.00

Rolex: The Anatomy of Time
O/P. 52 pages, illus., no date but 1950's. A history from the earliest sundials to the Rolex 'Oyster Perpetual'. (Ref: K1201)
Price: £10.00

Ronan (C.A.): Clocks and Watches
O/P. 64 pages, published in the mid 1960's. A small educational booklet charting the measurement of time from sundials through to the atomic clock. (Ref: K264)
Price: £10.00

Rondeau (R.): The Watch of the Future The Story of the Hamilton Electric Watch

Rondeau (R.): The Watch of the Future The Story of the Hamilton Electric Watch
NEW. 255 pages, illustrated, 4th edition, 2006. This much enlarged 4th edition is a detailed history of the world's first battery powered wristwatch from its introduction in 1957 to the end of production in 1969. All the models produced are described in detail and there are chapters on collecting and repairing the Hamilton 'electrics'. (Ref: N1651)
Price: £35.00

Rooney (D.): Ruth Belville - The Greenwich Time Lady

Rooney (D.): Ruth Belville - The Greenwich Time Lady
NEW. 192 pages, illustrated, 2008. An interesting new book telling the story of how the Belville family sold accurate time to their subscribers in central London from 1836 to 1940 using an 18th century pocket chronometer. With dust jacket. (Ref: N1884)
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Rose (R.E.): English Dial Clocks
O/P. 198 pages, illus., 1st edition, 1978. The standard work on tavern and other dial clocks, also useful for its information on the Thwaites numbering system. Good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K266)

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Price: £25.00

Rössler (H.): Zenith - Precision Watches Since 1865

Rössler (H.): Zenith - Precision Watches Since 1865
NEW. 328 pages, illustrated, English language edition, 2008. George Favre-Jacot founded this famous watchmaking business in 1865, the Zenith brand name was used from 1897 onwards. A history of the firm and a well illustrated detailed survey of the pocket watches, deck watches, chronometers and wristwatches produced. The company also made a small number of clocks and precision pendulum regulators which are also documented here. (Ref: N1934)
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Price: £80.00

Royer-Collard (F.B.): Skeleton Clocks
O/P. 170 pages, illustrated, 2nd edition, 1977. The first book on skeleton clocks and still a useful reference source. Very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K925)
Price: £15.00

Royer-Collard (F.B.): Skeleton Clocks
O/P. 154 pages, illus., 1st edition, 1969. The first book on skeleton clocks and still a useful reference source. A good copy but the dust jacket very worn with some tears. (Ref: K267)
Price: £9.00

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