The Clock Repairer’s Handbook

This practical guide by Laurie Penman provides clear, hands-on instruction for diagnosing, cleaning, lubricating, adjusting, and repairing a wide range of mechanical clocks. It covers fundamental skills—pivoting and mounting, addressing train faults and gear issues, caring for strike and chime functions—and emphasizes the importance of correct lubrication and friction management. Richly illustrated with over 300 diagrams and technical drawings, it’s tailored for both total beginners and experienced enthusiasts wishing to maintain their clocks with confidence .