Description
This book describes the construction of two different clock projects - an eight day regulator clock and a month going regulator clock - and features full-page fully-dimensionalised working drawings supported by detailed photographs. It also includes instructions and plans for constructing glazed wood cases for each project. It is intended for model engineering hobbyists with basic facilities to enable them to venture into the field of horology by building their own precision clocks which can become treasured family heirlooms. The term 'regulator' simply describes a precision clock. Every clockmaker and repairer needs such an instrument to use in regulating his repair and new work. The typical English regulator, as described in the first section, beats at one second intervals and will run for eight days between winding. The second project is a month going regulator clock, an equally high precision type which will run for a whole month between winding. This book is based on a popular series of popular articles originally published over many years in Model Engineer magazine.
About the Author
After a practical technical career and several years in consultancy, Peter Heimann was able to indulge in his hobby of model engineering. Over many years his interest has shifted from traditional steam power towards clock repair, restoration, design and building. He is an Associate Member of the British Horological Institute and is actively involved with the repair and restoration requirements of the City of Bristol Museums.
Reviews
The publisher has built a very successful niche in special interest books of a technical and engineering nature. This is a worthy addition to the list. The author has described the design and construction of an 8 day regulator clock that requires only a modest selection of engineering tools and which could be built using components made to order by an engineering company. The result is a fine clock with an open dial that provides a view of most of the clock works, mounted in a wooden case with three sides in glass. As a clock, it will provide good time keeping. As an engineering project it will build into a satisfying and practical item that requires only wall space. As an object, it makes a good taking point. The descriptive text is well written and provides a very easy to follow guide to building the clock. The text is accompanied by very clear engineering drawings that provide all of the detail necessary to complete the components and assemble the clock - firetrench.com.
Book Information
ISBN 9781854862495
Author Peter K. Heimann
Format Paperback
Page Count 144
Imprint Special Interest Model Books
Publisher Special Interest Model Books
About the Author
After a practical technical career and several years in consultancy, Peter Heimann was able to indulge in his hobby of model engineering. Over many years his interest has shifted from traditional steam power towards clock repair, restoration, design and building. He is an Associate Member of the British Horological Institute and is actively involved with the repair and restoration requirements of the City of Bristol Museums.
Reviews
The publisher has built a very successful niche in special interest books of a technical and engineering nature. This is a worthy addition to the list. The author has described the design and construction of an 8 day regulator clock that requires only a modest selection of engineering tools and which could be built using components made to order by an engineering company. The result is a fine clock with an open dial that provides a view of most of the clock works, mounted in a wooden case with three sides in glass. As a clock, it will provide good time keeping. As an engineering project it will build into a satisfying and practical item that requires only wall space. As an object, it makes a good taking point. The descriptive text is well written and provides a very easy to follow guide to building the clock. The text is accompanied by very clear engineering drawings that provide all of the detail necessary to complete the components and assemble the clock - firetrench.com.
Book Information
ISBN 9781854862495
Author Peter K. Heimann
Format Paperback
Page Count 144
Imprint Special Interest Model Books
Publisher Special Interest Model Books
