The Watch (Classic Reprint): Hand Work Versus Machinery, Their Merits and Defects Explained and Compared, History of Watch Making by Both Systems - Couverture souple

Henry F. Piaget

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Discover the age‑old debate between hand work and machine work in watchmaking, and what it means for accuracy and value.

A practical, readable look at how watches are made and why care matters.

In The Watch, Piaget draws on sixty years of hands‑on experience to explain how different manufacturing methods affect performance, durability, and price. The book compares hand finishing with machine production and discusses what really makes a timepiece reliable under real conditions.

It also covers the history of watchmaking across Europe and America, the role of cases and movement design, and practical advice on care, regulation, and maintenance. The work blends technical detail with accessible commentary, helping readers understand both the craft and the market.

Grounded comparisons of hand work versus machinery in watch production
Explanations of cases, movements, jewels, and timing accuracy
Insights into regulation, maintenance, and long‑term reliability
Historical context spanning Swiss, American, and European makers

Ideal for readers curious about how timepieces are built, adjusted, and kept precise in daily use.

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It was my intention not to have written or published anything again on the subject of Watches, after issuing the last edition of The Watch in 1868. But I find now that I have to do it, and that it is my duty as a native of Switzerland for a Swiss never forgets his native land, however long he may have been away, or how far he may be from it and also as an American citizen and the birthplace of my children. I do it also for the purpose of endeavoring to assuage the feelings of rivalry which now exist between the Swiss and American Watch Manufacturers; which rivalry, if it continues, will end in disastrous consequences to the working classes of both nations. I will again state in an impartial and plain manner, What I know about Watches, acquired by the practical experience of 60 years.

These feelings of rivalry and competition have been brought about by events hereafter explained, and lately by Mr. Favre Perret's speech before the Council of Commerce in Locle, last November. I am not doing this because I am personally acquainted with him, as I have never seen or spoken to him, but he not being here to defend himself, and as, like him, I wish to be impartial, and as I have always tried to be truthful in my statements, I will discuss with the public both sides of the question, then let them and time decide who is right or wrong.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1332432875
ISBN 13: 9781332432875
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Nombre de pages: 43
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The Watch (Classic Reprint)

Henry F. Piaget

Edit� par Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10 : 1332432875 ISBN 13 : 9781332432875

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of watchmaking, a craft steeped in history and tradition. The author, a seasoned watchmaker with six decades of experience, offers a unique perspective on the evolution of this delicate art. The book explores the transition from traditional hand-crafted watchmaking to the emergence of mass production using machinery. The author thoughtfully compares and contrasts these two approaches, analyzing the relative merits and shortcomings of each. A key theme running through the book is the author's impassioned defense of the artistry and precision of hand-crafted watches, while also acknowledging the efficiency and affordability of machine-made timepieces. He explores the historical context of watchmaking, tracing its roots through England, France, Switzerland and America, and provides a detailed overview of the key figures and innovations that have shaped this field. This book offers a nuanced and thought-provoking look at the world of horology, revealing the complexities of a craft that has captivated artisans and enthusiasts for centuries. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781332432875_0

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