The Best of J.E. Coleman: Clockmaker – Horology Reference Book – CLOSEOUT

The Best of J.E. Coleman: Clockmaker – Hardcover Reference Book – 536 Pages

This comprehensive reference book compiles over 40 years of horological experience from J.E. Coleman, one of America’s respected authorities on clocks and watches. The book brings together 1,000 questions and answers originally published in the American Horologist and Jeweler magazine in the popular columns “Questions and Answers” and “Clockwise and Otherwise.”

The material covers a wide range of horological topics including clock cases, sundials, glass, moon dial setting, watch information, clock identification and history, mainsprings, hairsprings, pendulums, lubrication, cleaning, clock building and rebuilding, gearing, escapements, chimes, and electric or battery clocks. Additional sections address cuckoo clocks, ship’s bell clocks, grandfather clocks, wooden movements, and 400-day clocks, making the book useful for both collectors and repairers.

The book also includes discussions of unique horological subjects such as the “Day of Two Noons”, historical notes, and insights into the life and work of J.E. Coleman. A large reference index helps readers quickly locate specific subjects.

Illustrated throughout with 336 black-and-white photographs, charts, and diagrams, the book serves as a valuable technical and historical reference for anyone interested in clocks, watches, and horology.

Product Details
Type: Horology reference book
Title: The Best of J.E. Coleman: Clockmaker
Author: J.E. Coleman
Pages: 536
Book Size: 6” x 9” (152.4 x 228.6 mm)
Cover: Hardcover
Illustrations: 336 black and white photos, charts, and diagrams
Content: Clock and watch repair, identification, history, and technical reference
Condition: Used book
Availability: Limited stock

Features & Uses
Extensive question-and-answer format covering a wide range of horological topics
Includes technical guidance on repair, maintenance, and clock construction
Covers many types of clocks including grandfather, cuckoo, ship’s bell, and 400-day clocks
Illustrated with numerous charts and diagrams for practical reference