{"product_id":"9781517127206","title":"The Maintenance, Repair, Restoration, Conservation and Preservation of Turret Clocks","description":"This is the first time ever that a comprehensive practical book has been published that deals with the maintaining and repairing of turret (tower) clocks.\u003cbr\u003e'The Maintenance, Repair, Restoration, Conservation and Preservation of Turret Clocks' by Chris McKay is a unique new book that deals in a structured manner with all the aspects declared in its title. \u003cbr\u003eThe target audience for the book is the experienced professional horologist who, from time to time, is asked to work on a turret clock. Its objective is to provide the necessary information so that the clockmaker will be able to perform maintenance and appropriate repairs, restoration and conservation. The book will help them assess for themselves how far they can go and when they need to call in specialist assistance. \u003cbr\u003eAll will benefit. The restorer will expand their knowledge and experience, the clock will be properly looked after and the owner will be rewarded with a reliable clock that has an attractive dial.\u003cbr\u003eAlthough aimed at the professional horologist, the book will also be useful to the collector of turret clocks who has a practical bent. Advisers to heritage bodies, Dioceses and those 'just interested' will all find something in the book for them.\u003cbr\u003eThe whole book is very graphic with colour photographs on nearly every page. Starting with a visit to a turret clock installation, the book progresses through suggested tools to maintenance where a blow-by-blow description is given of where to apply oil. Inspection is covered plus fault-finding to cover those problems peculiar to turret clock work.\u003cbr\u003eBasic jobs like cleaning, bushing and polishing pivots are covered. A chapter on terminology gives a visual list of all the parts of a turret clock from weights to dial. Dismantling and re-assembly is described pointing out the need to note assembly marks. Fitting a new suspension spring, timing a clock and finding the cause of erratic performance are all covered.\u003cbr\u003eA section on bells describes bell ringing, bell hammers and the maintenance and repair of clock bell hammers, bell cranks and bell wires. Dials too are covered giving explanations or removal, replacement, painting and gilding.\u003cbr\u003eHealth and safety, commercial issues, quotations and faculties are discussed. Work practices such as working at heights, risk assessment and methodologies are introduced. Conservation is first introduced with a plea to be conservation minded. A chapter on the subject explains conservation objectives and the need for compromise since turret clocks are expected to work all the year.\u003cbr\u003eFor the collector, a chapter gives information on making stands or finding or making pendulums, weights and dials.\u003cbr\u003eQuarto size, the book is self-published by the author. It runs to 226 pages and has over 400 colour illustrations. Perfect bound, the soft cover is in full colour and matte laminated.\u003cp\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003eAcknowledgements\u003cbr\u003eYour Responsibilities\u003cbr\u003ePrecautions to Take When Visiting a Turret Clock\u003cbr\u003eA Turret Clock Installation\u003cbr\u003eAn Introduction to Conservation\u003cbr\u003eTerminology\u003cbr\u003eRecommended Tools\u003cbr\u003eExamining a Turret Clock\u003cbr\u003eMaintenance\u003cbr\u003eTurret Clock Work Strategy\u003cbr\u003eDismantling and Reassembly\u003cbr\u003eCleaning Turret Clocks\u003cbr\u003eCommon Repairs\u003cbr\u003ePainting, Lacquering and Waxing\u003cbr\u003eFlies and Clicks\u003cbr\u003eWeights, Pulleys and Lines\u003cbr\u003eLeading off Work, Motionworks and Hands\u003cbr\u003eCommon Turret Clock Escapements\u003cbr\u003eGear Trains\u003cbr\u003eThe Pendulum\u003cbr\u003eFitting a New Suspension Spring\u003cbr\u003eTiming and Regulation\u003cbr\u003eFault Finding\u003cbr\u003eBells \u003cbr\u003eBell Hammers\u003cbr\u003eWorking at Heights\u003cbr\u003eDial Removal and Replacement\u003cbr\u003eDials: Gilding and Glazing\u003cbr\u003eWheel and Pinion Tooth Repairs\u003cbr\u003eElectrical Turret Clocks\u003cbr\u003eAutomatic Winders\u003cbr\u003eAutomatic Correctors\u003cbr\u003eConservation\u003cbr\u003ePreservation\u003cbr\u003eCollecting Turret Clocks\u003cbr\u003eMethodologies and Risk Assessments\u003cbr\u003eThe Faculty Jurisdiction\u003cbr\u003eQuotations\u003cbr\u003eCommercial Issues\u003cbr\u003eTurret Clock Information Sources\u003cbr\u003eBibliography\u003cbr\u003eIndex\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CreateSpace Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47060972765424,"sku":"9781517127206","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781517127206_p0.jpg?v=1763727120","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781517127206","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}