Anon 
Watch and Clock Escapements 
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.