Advertising Clocks: America's Timeless Heritage
ISBN: 9780887407901 / Angielski / Miękka / 128 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Of all the forms advertising has taken through the years, few have been as effective as those found on the dials of America's clocks. People want to know what time it is, and advertisers found creative ways to give them the time and "a message from their sponsors." The results are sought after by collectors around the world. For the first time, Mike Bruner has gathered together many of these examples of advertising ingenuity in one beautiful volume. From the wooden mechanical examples of the 1870s to the later neon electric models, the advertising clock is celebrated. In all over three...
Of all the forms advertising has taken through the years, few have been as effective as those found on the dials of America's clocks. People want to k...
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142,12 zł |
Watches International X
ISBN: 9780847832286 / Angielski / Miękka / 480 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This volume showcases the latest masterpieces from the world's leading watch houses with editorial profiles highlighting the brands' histories, new developments and new introductions, and detailed technical profiles listing calibers, functions, and, when possible, retail prices.
This volume showcases the latest masterpieces from the world's leading watch houses with editorial profiles highlighting the brands' histories, new de...
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90,59 zł |
The Watch Jobber's Handybook - A Practical Manual on Cleaning, Repairing and Adjusting: Embracing Information on the Tools, Materials Appliances and P
ISBN: 9781443733472 / Angielski / Twarda / 160 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This handy volume contains a comprehensive guide to cleaning, repairing, and adjusting watches. It includes information on all the tools, materials, appliances, and processes employed in watchwork. This antiquarian volume was originally intended for the use of young beginners in their elementary practice with watchwork, although the technical terms will be useful for reference to many who are more experienced. Written in clear language and containing simple step-by-step instructions, this text is ideal for the beginner, and makes for a great addition to collections of allied literature. The...
This handy volume contains a comprehensive guide to cleaning, repairing, and adjusting watches. It includes information on all the tools, materials, a...
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208,48 zł |
Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World
ISBN: 9781443733533 / Angielski / Twarda / 436 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This antiquarian book contains a general list of watch and clockmakers from around the world. Complete with names, dates, and locations, this text constitutes an invaluable reference for anyone interested in old clocks and pocket watches - making for a great addition to collections of allied literature. The chapters of this book includes: Conventions, Abbreviations, List of Names with Alternative Spellings, List of Watch and Clockmakers, List of Initials and Monograms, List of Place Names Maps, et cetera. Many antiquarian books such as this are becoming increasingly expensive and rare, and it...
This antiquarian book contains a general list of watch and clockmakers from around the world. Complete with names, dates, and locations, this text con...
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251,14 zł |
An Exhibition Of Yorkshire Grandfather Clocks - Yorkshire Longcase Clocks And Their Makers from 1720 to 1860
ISBN: 9780956148001 / Angielski / Miękka / 128 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The first book published on the subject of Yorkshire longcase clocks showcases a selection of clocks owned by the author, who has one of the largest private collections of grandfather clocks in Europe. More than 150 color photographs show the fine craftmanship of these antiques.
The first book published on the subject of Yorkshire longcase clocks showcases a selection of clocks owned by the author, who has one of the largest p...
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331,52 zł |
Rolex: 3,621 Wristwatches
ISBN: 9780764333804 / Angielski / Twarda / 256 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. In this virtual catalog of Rolex wristwatches, collectors and buyers will find 3,621 wristwatches in over 14 different model lines: Oyster, Bubbleback, including Chronograph, Submariner, Explorer, and more. Each watch is shown in full color, with the most important technical details as well as reference numbers, and year of manufacture provided. This variety of information is of inestimable worth for the wristwatch collector and buyer. In one place, for example, they can see the typical Oyster from the 1940s and nearly all the case and dial variations that were available. The same applies to...
In this virtual catalog of Rolex wristwatches, collectors and buyers will find 3,621 wristwatches in over 14 different model lines: Oyster, Bubbleback...
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296,16 zł |
Wristwatches: A Handbook and Price Guide
ISBN: 9780764333132 / Angielski / Miękka / 192 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Now in its revised sixth edition, this classic reference book is designed for the collector, with a historical survey, hundreds of color and black and white illustrations, a description of how mechanical wristwatches work, and a thorough glossary. Updated price ranges for various wristwatches are included, along with a chapter on fakes, knock-offs, and hybrids; even a chapter on the popular Swatch watches is included. Information on the preservation, care, and repair of wristwatches rounds out the volume, making it the most complete reference for novice and experienced collectors alike.
Now in its revised sixth edition, this classic reference book is designed for the collector, with a historical survey, hundreds of color and black and...
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96,42 zł |
Watches International Volume XI
ISBN: 9780847834204 / Angielski / Miękka / 704 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This volume showcases the latest masterpieces from the world's leading watch houses with editorial profiles highlighting the brands' histories, new developments and new introductions, and detailed technical profiles listing calibers, functions, and, when possible, retail prices.
This volume showcases the latest masterpieces from the world's leading watch houses with editorial profiles highlighting the brands' histories, new de...
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90,59 zł |
Grand Complications Volume VI: High Quality Watchmaking
ISBN: 9780847834211 / Angielski / Miękka / 448 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Focusing on high-end watches and timepieces, this book delves into the world of chronograph rattrapantes, perpetual calendars, equations of time and a host of other novelties, exploring the roots of the complications that fall within the realm of haute horology.
Focusing on high-end watches and timepieces, this book delves into the world of chronograph rattrapantes, perpetual calendars, equations of time and a...
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90,59 zł |
The Clock Repairer's Handbook
ISBN: 9781602399617 / Angielski / Miękka / 176 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Laurie Penman has written an indispensable guide for both the absolute beginner and the experienced clock enthusiast. The Clock Repairer's Handbook provides information on how to repair and maintain a clock's delicate mechanics and teaches the basics of clock repairing through detailed, easy-to-follow instructions and more than three hundred instructive diagrams and illustrations. Advice and directions for cleaning clock movements, pivoting and mounting, fixing train faults and gears, the importance of lubrication and friction, and how to make sure the strike and chimes work on the...
Laurie Penman has written an indispensable guide for both the absolute beginner and the experienced clock enthusiast. The Clock Repairer's Handbook...
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63,26 zł |
A Life with Antique Clocks
ISBN: 9780764333781 / Angielski / Twarda / 128 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Step into the private world of Derek Roberts, an eminent antique clock dealer since the 1960s to the present who has written eight books covering many aspects of the subject. Revisit an era when clocks, and antiques in general, were plentiful and modestly priced and compare with today, when good examples are difficult to find and higher priced. Clear advice is given on buying and selling clocks, including buying, researching, restoring, and conserving, and then documenting them prior to sale. Pitfalls are discussed, with examples of problems that may be encountered and mistakes made, some of...
Step into the private world of Derek Roberts, an eminent antique clock dealer since the 1960s to the present who has written eight books covering many...
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142,12 zł |
History of the American Clock Business
ISBN: 9781438573618 / Angielski / Miękka / 86 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Chauncey Jerome (1793-1868) was a Clockmaker in the early 1800s. He made a fortune selling his clocks. Jerome began his career in Waterbury, making dials for long-case clocks (grandfather clocks). Jerome learned what he could about clocks; particularly clock cases, and then went to New Jersey to make seven-foot cases for clocks. By 1837 Jerome's company was selling more clocks than any of his competitors. Jerome had made a historic contribution to his industry when he substituted brass works for wooden works. This is the story of Jerome's life as a clock maker.
Chauncey Jerome (1793-1868) was a Clockmaker in the early 1800s. He made a fortune selling his clocks. Jerome began his career in Waterbury, making di...
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61,37 zł |
Big Ben: The Great Clock and the Bells at the Palace of Westminster
ISBN: 9780199585694 / Angielski / Twarda / 288 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Big Ben covers the 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 begins by taking the reader through a typical visit to the Clock Tower, and then begins the history of the palace of Westminster, covering the fire of 1834, the building of the New Houses of Parliament and development of the clock and the bells, going into detail on their design and installation. The book covers the famous cracking of the current bell Big Ben in... Big Ben covers the history of 'Big Ben', the great clock and bells at Westminster, from the origins of Westminster as the seat of government right up ...
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395,91 zł |
Watches International XVII
ISBN: 9780847848430 / Angielski / Miękka / 432 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Showcasing the latest masterpieces from leading manufacturers, this is the most comprehensive and current guide on watches available. Now in its seventeenth edition, "Watches International" showcases the latest watches from around the world, from every major watchmaker including Audemars Piguet, Breguet, Bulgari, Hublot, Longines, Patek Philippe, Richard Mille, TAG Heuer, and Zenith.
Showcasing the latest masterpieces from leading manufacturers, this is the most comprehensive and current guide on watches available. Now in its seven...
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106,89 zł |
Grand Complications, Vol. XII
ISBN: 9780847848393 / Angielski / Twarda / 528 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This catalogue features the highest-quality complicated timepieces from the world s most luxurious watchmakers. Published by Tourbillon International, this reference work for connoisseurs deals with each of the major horological complications by theme, from their history to their most recent developments."
This catalogue features the highest-quality complicated timepieces from the world s most luxurious watchmakers. Published by Tourbillon International,...
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120,26 zł |
Watch and Clock Escapements
ISBN: 9781849020343 / Angielski / Twarda / 228 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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99,48 zł |
Watch and Clock Escapements
ISBN: 9781849020336 / Angielski / Miękka / 228 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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Watches International XII: Volume XII
ISBN: 9780847836024 / Angielski / Miękka / 448 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Now in its 12th edition, "Watches International" has been setting the standard for up-to-date reference guides devoted to luxury timepieces since 2000. At over 500 pages, Watches International Volume XII showcases the latest watches from around the world, from every major watchmaker including Audemars Piguet, Breguet, Bulgari, Chopard, Ebel, Longines, Patek Philippe, TAG Heuer, and Zenith. Hundreds of beautiful and meticulous full-color photographs show not only the watches' style and exquisiteness, but also--and perhaps most importantly--the details of their movements, functions, cases, and...
Now in its 12th edition, "Watches International" has been setting the standard for up-to-date reference guides devoted to luxury timepieces since 2000...
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106,63 zł |
Johann Ludwig Eberhardt and His Salem Clocks
ISBN: 9780807898147 / Angielski / Miękka / 202 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Eberhardt (1758-1839) was master clockmaker in Salem for more than thirty-eight years. Albright attributes more than thirty clocks to Eberhardt, building his evidence by a diligent reading of the Moravian records and by a careful cataloging of the characteristics of each clock. He reconstructs Eberhardt's methods of clockmaking in precise detail from the inventories and the purchase invoices of equipment and materials, and he attempts to identify the cabinetmaker in each case.
Originally published in 1978. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the... Eberhardt (1758-1839) was master clockmaker in Salem for more than thirty-eight years. Albright attributes more than thirty clocks to Eberhardt, build...
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266,58 zł |
How To Fix Your Own Clock
ISBN: 9780984394098 / Angielski / Miękka / 52 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. "How To Fix Your Own Clock" gives simple answers to basic minor problems that can be easily corrected by most clock owners. This book is written for the typical mechanical clock owner who knows little about clocks - and who doesn't want to run up a repair bill if it can be helped. The book is in an easy to understand question and answer format, and comes from actual questions from the author's newspaper column. The author, Richard Hansen (a master clock repairman and owner of his own clock repair business for 15 years), knows that often, a clock may need little more than the correct set-up,...
"How To Fix Your Own Clock" gives simple answers to basic minor problems that can be easily corrected by most clock owners. This book is written for t...
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35,32 zł |