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Wolfendale (A.): Harrison in the Abbey
O/P. 78 pages, illustrated, 2006. A book published in honour of John Harrison on the occasion of the unveiling of his memorial in Westminster Abbey, London on 24 March 2006. The book contains articles on John Harrison, his work and its significance, as well as articles on the Abbey, the memorial itself, and the Worshipful Company of Clockmakers. Sold with this item are the 10-page order of service for the dedication in the Abbey; a list of the 3 lectures about Harrison given that day; and tickets for, the ceremony, the lectures and the reception which followed. A fine copy. (Ref: K3897 - E2)  in stock.

Wolfendale (A.): Harrison in the Abbey
O/P. 78 pages, illustrated, 2006. A book published in honour of John Harrison on the occasion of the unveiling of his memorial in Westminster Abbey, London on 24 March 2006. The book contains articles on John Harrison, his work and its significance, as well as articles on the Abbey, the memorial itself, and the Worshipful Company of Clockmakers. A fine copy, card covers. (Ref: K3586 - J1)  in stock.

Wood (C.): Robert Molyneux's Astronomical Clocks and Chronometers
O/P. [16 pages], 12 figs, folding map, 1975. A useful reference, reprinted from Antiquarian Horology. Very good copy, card covers. (Ref: K3449 - BX14)  in stock.

Wood (S.B.C.), Kramer (S.E.): Clockmakers of Lancaster County and their Clocks 1750 - 1850
O/P. 224 pages, illustrated, 1977. A detailed study of the longcase clocks (dials, cases and movements) made in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania together with a directory of their makers. A good book on this early American period. A good copy with good dust jacket (3 small tears). (Ref: K2933 - L3)  in stock.

Worswick (G.): Watches in the Usher Collection
O/P. 12 pages, illustrated in colour, circa 1969. A catalogue of the 68 watches in the James Ward Usher collection on public display in Lincoln. Good copy, card covers. (Ref: K1259 - BX2)  in stock.

Wotton (P.): Anniversary Clocks
S/H. 32 pages, illustrated, 1997. A useful book about these very popular clocks, covering the entire period of manufacture - from the earliest examples to those with quartz oscillators. The book has chapters on the first makers, pendulum assembly, lunar anniversary clocks, and makers & their logos. Good condition but with some ink annotations in text. Card covers. (Ref: K3046 - BX9)  in stock.

Wotton (P.) & Oliver (B.): Marble Clocks
O/P. 32 pages, illustrated, 1999. A good introduction to clocks in marble cases by Shire Publications. A very good copy, card covers. (Ref: K2123 - BX18)  in stock.

Wright (L.): Clockwork Man- The Story of Time, its origins, its uses, its tyranny
O/P. 260 pages, illustrated, reprinted 1992. Originally published in 1968, this is a book about the development of Time and how it has enslaved man at different periods in history and today. Very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K1951 - F5)  in stock.

Wright(T.D.): Technical Horology
O/P. 114 pages, 32 figures, no date. A collection of articles originally published in the American Horologist & Jeweler and, according to the British Library Catalogue, reprinted by the Horological Journal in 1926. A good copy, card covers. (Ref: K1555 - BX10)  in stock.

Wunderlich (H.): Kursächsische Feldmeßkunst, artilleristische Richtverfahren und Ballistik im 16. und 17. Jahrhundert
O/P. 218 pages, 73 illus., 1977. Contributions to the history of practical mathematics, physics, artillery and ballistics in the Renaissance period on the basis of instruments, maps, manuals and pamphlets in the Mathematical-Physical Salon, Dresden. A very good copy with poor dust jacket. [German language] (Ref: K4687 - G2)  in stock.

Wurlitzer (R.) & Co.: Music Boxes of 1898
O/P. [23 pages], illustrated, reprinted 1973. The music box sections from the Rudolph Wurlitzer Company (of Cincinnati, Ohio) catalogue of 1898. A fine copy, card covers. (Ref: K2965 - BX9)  in stock.

[York Minster]: The Astronomical Clock - A Memorial to Fallen Airmen 1939 - 1945
O/P. 12 pages, figs., 4 plates, no date (1950's or 1960's ?). Illustrations and explanations of the two astronomical dials on this unusual clock, designed with a working astral dial to display the sky as seen by an air navigator. Good copy, blue card covers. (Ref: K940 - BX8)  in stock.

[Young & Co.]: Catalogue of Watches
O/P. 110 pages, illus., no date. A reproduction of the Young & Co. (Chicago) illustrated & priced catalogue, showing many different pocket watches. Good copy. Card covers. (Ref: K3286 - W3)  in stock.

Zagoory (J.): A Time to Watch - the Wrist Watch as Art: The Classic, Rare, Extraordinary
O/P. 200 pages, profusely illustrated mostly in colour, 1985. The watches, mostly Swiss, are all beautifully photographed in artistic settings. Brief notes on each watch and brief biographies of the makers are also included. Good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K618 - H1)  in stock.

Zeller (A.P.): Uhren
O/P. 159 pages, 63 colour plates, 1980. A good introduction to antique clocks from around the world. Very good copy with good dust jacket (one small tear). [German language] (Ref: K2430 - G5)  in stock.

Zeller (A.P.): Uhren
O/P. 159 pages, 63 colour plates, 1966. A good introduction to antique clocks from around the world. [German language] (Ref: K3221 - T1)  in stock.

[Zenith]: The Collection
O/P. 120 pages, illustrated. A deluxe hardback catalogue published circa 2001 to promote sales of Zenith watches. The illustrations are mostly of wristwatches with a few pocket watches and one marine chronometer. A very good copy of the English language edition. (Ref: K825 - H3)  in stock.

Zinner (E.): Aus der Frühzeit der Räderuhr von der Gewichtsuhr zur Federzugsuhr
O/P. 64 pages, 3 figures, 26 photographs, 1954. Early clockwork from weight driven to spring driven timepieces. A good copy, top of some pages with watermarks not affecting plates or text. Card covers. [German language] (Ref: K2603 - Z2)  in stock.