Synopses & Reviews
An unabridged reproduction of the work as it was originally published in London in 1948,
Watch Repairing as a Hobby remains an indispensible guide to understanding how watches work. Starting with the very basics of watch operation, Fletcher moves through the various tools required for repair, disassembling, and cleaning, as well as a troubleshooting guide for common ailments with detailed solutions.
This must-have guide is broken up into five key sections:
- How a watch works
- Tools and how to use them
- How to take down, clean, and reassemble a watch
- Common ailments of a watch
- More ailments
Watch Repairing as a Hobby takes a watch amateur from intrigued novice to skilled repairman. With dozens of illustrations to guide you through analysis and repair, this classic work is essential for anyone interested in watches and how they tick.Never before has a how-to guide for watch repair been written in such an easy-to-utilize format, as seen through the eyes of a successful amateur. You dont need to be a professional to enjoy and understand the nuances of watch repair—just a copy of this book nearby.
Synopsis
A complete guide to the ins and outs of watch repair, both for beginners and experts.
Synopsis
- Watch repair book filled with useful information
- Ideal for beginner watchmaking
- Acts as a watch and clock encyclopedia
Notes from the readers:
- "By far the best guide for a complete noob like me"
- "Very informative for a hobbyist like me"
- "Very well written with very good diagrams"
An unabridged reproduction of the book as it was originally published in 1940's London, Watch Repairing as a Hobby is still an indispensable guide to understanding the way that watches work. Beginning with the absolute basics of watch operation, Fletcher explains the different tools needed for repair, cleaning, and disassembling. He also adds a troubleshooting guide for common ailments and detailed solutions.
This wristwatch handbook is divided into five main sections:
- How a watch works
- Tools and how to use them
- How to take down, clean, and reassemble a watch
- Common ailments of a watch
- More ailments
Watch Repairing as a Hobby takes a watch amateur from intrigued novice to skilled technician. With dozens of illustrations to lead you from analysis to repair, this classic manual is necessary for anyone curious about watches and how they tick.
About the Author
D. W. Fletcher was an amateur watch-repairing enthusiast with many years experience repairing watches.