Restoring Grandfather Clocks by Eric and Brian Smith

Restoring Grandfather Clocks by Eric and Brian Smith
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  • Item #: BK-225

BK-225

Covers repair and restoration of antique movements and cases. Over 147 black and white photos and illustrations. Movement topics include: History, types of movements, dismantling and cleaning, gear train repairs, escapements, pallets, countwheel striking, rack striking, date and lunar work, hands and dial repair, setting up and testing. Case topics include: Tools and materials, assessment, structure and repair, decoration, warping, loose and cracked backboards and panels, woodworm, veneer repairs, cleaning and stripping, staining, grain filling, coloring, polishing, glass repair, brass and gilt ornaments, locks, ebonizing, and special tips on 30-hour and 8-day clocks. Plus recipes for glue, polishing wax and stopping wax and a list of suppliers.
235 Pages. 6x9-1/2"

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