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Jagger (C.): Paul Philip Barraud - a study of a fine Chronometer Maker, and of his Relatives, Associates and Successors in the Family Business 1750 - 1929
O/P. 177 pages, 21 plates, 1968. An excellent book about the Barraud business with a useful listing of known chronometers, clocks, watches and their serial numbers, very useful when trying to date other examples. Complete with the supplement published in 1979, making a total of 283 pages and 33 plates. Barraud's are one of the most respected 19th century chronometer makers so this book is essential reading for enthusiasts. The book is in very good condition as is the supplement. Book: hardback with fair dust jacket, supplement: card covers. (Ref: KW715 - G6)  in stock.

Knirim (K.): British Military Timepieces / Uhren der britischen Streitkräfte
. 793 pages, well illustrated, 2009. A large detailed reference book cataloguing the wide variety of chronometers, deck watches, pocket watches, wristwatches and clocks used by the British Army, Navy and Air Force in the 19th and 20th century. There are also chapters on watches used by Commonwealth and French Forces as well as (strangely!) Japan. A brand new copy but with transit damage - two corners have minor bruising bruised (both the book and the dust jacket). [English and German language] Sold at a reduced price. (Ref: K4972 - A3)  in stock.

Loomes (B.): Clockmakers of Northern England
. 320 pages, 402 illus., 5 maps, 1997. Includes the work of over 850 makers. A useful book for North Country clock owners and enthusiasts. This book contains all Loomes' recent research and has additional information about clockmakers, which is not in his earlier books. A brand new copy but with transit damage - two corners are significantly bruised (both the book and the dust jacket). Sold at a reduced price. (Ref: K1352 - F3)  in stock.