Books like Swiss timepiece makers, 1775-1975 by Kathleen H. Pritchard

Paraphrased from the book - ‘The primary object of this book is to present and explain in a logical order the modern methods and equipment of watch repair. They are described with reference to their current application in normal watch repair. The reader can follow the progress of repair work, taken in its logical order—from examination during dismantling, right through to reassembly and adjustment. In each of these various sections you will find mention of special purpose tools which may simplify the work and allow you to finish the job more rapidly. The young watchmakers of the present day should also adept themselves, right from the beginning, to rational methods of working. This book, therefore, has a second purpose: to serve as an instruction manual on watch repair. For this reason elementary matter has been included, and mention has been made of all types of repair problems, so that the beginner can readily refer to them.” Chapters include: •Terminology •The standard equipment of a watch repairer •The standard equipment of a watch repair workshop •Fault-finding during disassembly •The hands •The dial •The motion work •Keyless work •The click work •The staff, balance and roller •The balance spring •The escapement •Pivots •Jewel holes •Wheels & pinions •The mainspring barrel •The mainspring •The screws •Cleaning •Assembly & oiling •Watch adjusting •The case, glass and strap •Tables

The classic in the field, indispensable for the beginning collector, the connoisseur, the dealer, the student, and the decorator. Tells the reader where and what to collect, analyzes the special problems of the small collector, lists 21 precautions for the beginner.