Anon 
Watch and Clock Escapements [EPUB ebook] 
A Complete Study in Theory and Practice of the Lever, Cylinder and Chronometer Escapements, Together with a Brief Account of the Origi and Evolution of the Escapement in Horology

A complete study of escapements in watchmaking, as well as a short account of the history and development of the escapement in horology. With helpful diagrams and a wealth of fascinating information, this volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in clockmaking and horology in general. Contents include: ‚The Detaches Lever Escapement‘, ‚The Cylinder Escapement‘, ‚The Chronometer Escapement‘, ‚History of Escapements‘, and ‚Putting in a New Cylinder‘. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction. First published in 1904.