Tracing the development of the watch from the start of quantity production in the mid 19th century, through the years of American domination to the rise of the industry in the Far East, this book also looks at the main developments in the major watchmaking centres and new manufacturing methods. The book examines the problems of mass-producing small interchangeable parts, and has advice on repairs. There is an introduction to the development of electric and electronic watches and photographs throughout. The author's previous ...
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Tracing the development of the watch from the start of quantity production in the mid 19th century, through the years of American domination to the rise of the industry in the Far East, this book also looks at the main developments in the major watchmaking centres and new manufacturing methods. The book examines the problems of mass-producing small interchangeable parts, and has advice on repairs. There is an introduction to the development of electric and electronic watches and photographs throughout. The author's previous books include "The Watch Collectors Handbook" and "The Pocket Watch Handbook".
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