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 Customer Reviews
The Clock Repairer's Handbook, 05 May 2004
Saw the price of clocks on E Bay and decided to buy one in need of restoration. This book is the better of 2 bought on Amazon. Straight forward clear and concise. My complicated new hobby has suddenly become easy and profitable.
In the same vein as De Carle, 07 Dec 2000
I must admit that I bought this book as I have many others, expecting to be sorely disappointed. Well I was wrong. Having been weaned on Donald De Carle I must present a challenge to any aspiring horological author. Imagine my surprise and delight to find an author with the same insight and obvious love of timepieces as De Carle! A craftsman who can explain the intricacies of non-standard repairs with the same clarity as simple replacements is a gem. His explanations are clear, concise, and understandable to any level. I can hardly wait to see what his future offerings have in store. Well done Laurie
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Customer Reviews
The Clock Repairer's Handbook, 05 May 2004
Saw the price of clocks on E Bay and decided to buy one in need of restoration. This book is the better of 2 bought on Amazon. Straight forward clear and concise. My complicated new hobby has suddenly become easy and profitable.
In the same vein as De Carle, 07 Dec 2000
I must admit that I bought this book as I have many others, expecting to be sorely disappointed. Well I was wrong. Having been weaned on Donald De Carle I must present a challenge to any aspiring horological author. Imagine my surprise and delight to find an author with the same insight and obvious love of timepieces as De Carle! A craftsman who can explain the intricacies of non-standard repairs with the same clarity as simple replacements is a gem. His explanations are clear, concise, and understandable to any level. I can hardly wait to see what his future offerings have in store. Well done Laurie
A gem of a book for beginners, 06 Jul 2008
I've always been interested in furniture restoration since as a child helping my dad and was looking for a book which concentrated on restoring wood finished.
This book is fantastic - it has a lovely tone and clearly explains (with helpful pictures) the basics of furniture restoration. It has individual sections for surfaces, stripping, varnishes, stains and french polish to name a few.
It's given me the confidence and basic expertise to start my own project of restoring a set of chairs.
p.s. Don't be put off by the dodgy looking picture in amazon - this is a new book first written 1997 with most recent reprint 2002
Excellent book, 14 Jul 2006
This little book is one of those gems that come along from time to time.
Well written and illustrated you can just dip in to find the information you need. The sections on surface treatments are very good and pass on many useful tips that aren't always found in weightier and more worthy books.
It is also excellent value for money.
This is an excellent book, very clear and precise!, 29 Jul 1999
This book is good for the beginner and the more experienced restorer. The pictures are excellent and helpful. Easy to read and understand.
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Customer Reviews
The Clock Repairer's Handbook, 05 May 2004
Saw the price of clocks on E Bay and decided to buy one in need of restoration. This book is the better of 2 bought on Amazon. Straight forward clear and concise. My complicated new hobby has suddenly become easy and profitable.
In the same vein as De Carle, 07 Dec 2000
I must admit that I bought this book as I have many others, expecting to be sorely disappointed. Well I was wrong. Having been weaned on Donald De Carle I must present a challenge to any aspiring horological author. Imagine my surprise and delight to find an author with the same insight and obvious love of timepieces as De Carle! A craftsman who can explain the intricacies of non-standard repairs with the same clarity as simple replacements is a gem. His explanations are clear, concise, and understandable to any level. I can hardly wait to see what his future offerings have in store. Well done Laurie
A gem of a book for beginners, 06 Jul 2008
I've always been interested in furniture restoration since as a child helping my dad and was looking for a book which concentrated on restoring wood finished.
This book is fantastic - it has a lovely tone and clearly explains (with helpful pictures) the basics of furniture restoration. It has individual sections for surfaces, stripping, varnishes, stains and french polish to name a few.
It's given me the confidence and basic expertise to start my own project of restoring a set of chairs.
p.s. Don't be put off by the dodgy looking picture in amazon - this is a new book first written 1997 with most recent reprint 2002
Excellent book, 14 Jul 2006
This little book is one of those gems that come along from time to time.
Well written and illustrated you can just dip in to find the information you need. The sections on surface treatments are very good and pass on many useful tips that aren't always found in weightier and more worthy books.
It is also excellent value for money.
This is an excellent book, very clear and precise!, 29 Jul 1999
This book is good for the beginner and the more experienced restorer. The pictures are excellent and helpful. Easy to read and understand.
Inspiring Volume, 10 Feb 2006
A wonderful new Housekeeping book from the National Trust. This book is not just one for the serious reader, although it is very professional and in depth, but for anyone with an interest in historic homes and collections. Beautifully illustrated with fascinating photographs from National Trust houses, it is full of intriguing historical detail, practical advice and is infused through with a passion and enthusiasm for history and beauty that is really exciting. A book which rewards both coffee table leafing and really serious reference; it has everything!
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Customer Reviews
The Clock Repairer's Handbook, 05 May 2004
Saw the price of clocks on E Bay and decided to buy one in need of restoration. This book is the better of 2 bought on Amazon. Straight forward clear and concise. My complicated new hobby has suddenly become easy and profitable.
In the same vein as De Carle, 07 Dec 2000
I must admit that I bought this book as I have many others, expecting to be sorely disappointed. Well I was wrong. Having been weaned on Donald De Carle I must present a challenge to any aspiring horological author. Imagine my surprise and delight to find an author with the same insight and obvious love of timepieces as De Carle! A craftsman who can explain the intricacies of non-standard repairs with the same clarity as simple replacements is a gem. His explanations are clear, concise, and understandable to any level. I can hardly wait to see what his future offerings have in store. Well done Laurie
A gem of a book for beginners, 06 Jul 2008
I've always been interested in furniture restoration since as a child helping my dad and was looking for a book which concentrated on restoring wood finished.
This book is fantastic - it has a lovely tone and clearly explains (with helpful pictures) the basics of furniture restoration. It has individual sections for surfaces, stripping, varnishes, stains and french polish to name a few.
It's given me the confidence and basic expertise to start my own project of restoring a set of chairs.
p.s. Don't be put off by the dodgy looking picture in amazon - this is a new book first written 1997 with most recent reprint 2002
Excellent book, 14 Jul 2006
This little book is one of those gems that come along from time to time.
Well written and illustrated you can just dip in to find the information you need. The sections on surface treatments are very good and pass on many useful tips that aren't always found in weightier and more worthy books.
It is also excellent value for money.
This is an excellent book, very clear and precise!, 29 Jul 1999
This book is good for the beginner and the more experienced restorer. The pictures are excellent and helpful. Easy to read and understand.
Inspiring Volume, 10 Feb 2006
A wonderful new Housekeeping book from the National Trust. This book is not just one for the serious reader, although it is very professional and in depth, but for anyone with an interest in historic homes and collections. Beautifully illustrated with fascinating photographs from National Trust houses, it is full of intriguing historical detail, practical advice and is infused through with a passion and enthusiasm for history and beauty that is really exciting. A book which rewards both coffee table leafing and really serious reference; it has everything!
Good tips, if you love old stuff., 12 Nov 2005
This is kind of like a flea market/antique buyers manual. It tells you what to look for, when buying old things, how to determine authenticity of items, clean and restore them, and even how to display and make use of them, sometimes in an untraditional way. It has given me lots of ideas on how to incorporate small items in to a design plan, and to look for items I might not have even glanced at, before reading this book.
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Customer Reviews
The Clock Repairer's Handbook, 05 May 2004
Saw the price of clocks on E Bay and decided to buy one in need of restoration. This book is the better of 2 bought on Amazon. Straight forward clear and concise. My complicated new hobby has suddenly become easy and profitable.
In the same vein as De Carle, 07 Dec 2000
I must admit that I bought this book as I have many others, expecting to be sorely disappointed. Well I was wrong. Having been weaned on Donald De Carle I must present a challenge to any aspiring horological author. Imagine my surprise and delight to find an author with the same insight and obvious love of timepieces as De Carle! A craftsman who can explain the intricacies of non-standard repairs with the same clarity as simple replacements is a gem. His explanations are clear, concise, and understandable to any level. I can hardly wait to see what his future offerings have in store. Well done Laurie
A gem of a book for beginners, 06 Jul 2008
I've always been interested in furniture restoration since as a child helping my dad and was looking for a book which concentrated on restoring wood finished.
This book is fantastic - it has a lovely tone and clearly explains (with helpful pictures) the basics of furniture restoration. It has individual sections for surfaces, stripping, varnishes, stains and french polish to name a few.
It's given me the confidence and basic expertise to start my own project of restoring a set of chairs.
p.s. Don't be put off by the dodgy looking picture in amazon - this is a new book first written 1997 with most recent reprint 2002
Excellent book, 14 Jul 2006
This little book is one of those gems that come along from time to time.
Well written and illustrated you can just dip in to find the information you need. The sections on surface treatments are very good and pass on many useful tips that aren't always found in weightier and more worthy books.
It is also excellent value for money.
This is an excellent book, very clear and precise!, 29 Jul 1999
This book is good for the beginner and the more experienced restorer. The pictures are excellent and helpful. Easy to read and understand.
Inspiring Volume, 10 Feb 2006
A wonderful new Housekeeping book from the National Trust. This book is not just one for the serious reader, although it is very professional and in depth, but for anyone with an interest in historic homes and collections. Beautifully illustrated with fascinating photographs from National Trust houses, it is full of intriguing historical detail, practical advice and is infused through with a passion and enthusiasm for history and beauty that is really exciting. A book which rewards both coffee table leafing and really serious reference; it has everything!
Good tips, if you love old stuff., 12 Nov 2005
This is kind of like a flea market/antique buyers manual. It tells you what to look for, when buying old things, how to determine authenticity of items, clean and restore them, and even how to display and make use of them, sometimes in an untraditional way. It has given me lots of ideas on how to incorporate small items in to a design plan, and to look for items I might not have even glanced at, before reading this book.
Worth it for that one new tip, 12 Jul 2007
A rather slight, if endearingly eccentric book which sometimes seems to say more about the love of dogs than books. Rather USA centred, as you might expect, with the sections on further reading and supplies having only limited usefulness on this side of the pond. The section on repairs is rendered close to useless by the want of a few simple diagrams, but I, a part-time professional bookseller, still found one or two worthwhile tips, particularly. . . but no, you'll have to read it. Suffice it to say that I may have turned a £60 book into a £125 one, if it works!
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Customer Reviews
The Clock Repairer's Handbook, 05 May 2004
Saw the price of clocks on E Bay and decided to buy one in need of restoration. This book is the better of 2 bought on Amazon. Straight forward clear and concise. My complicated new hobby has suddenly become easy and profitable.
In the same vein as De Carle, 07 Dec 2000
I must admit that I bought this book as I have many others, expecting to be sorely disappointed. Well I was wrong. Having been weaned on Donald De Carle I must present a challenge to any aspiring horological author. Imagine my surprise and delight to find an author with the same insight and obvious love of timepieces as De Carle! A craftsman who can explain the intricacies of non-standard repairs with the same clarity as simple replacements is a gem. His explanations are clear, concise, and understandable to any level. I can hardly wait to see what his future offerings have in store. Well done Laurie
A gem of a book for beginners, 06 Jul 2008
I've always been interested in furniture restoration since as a child helping my dad and was looking for a book which concentrated on restoring wood finished.
This book is fantastic - it has a lovely tone and clearly explains (with helpful pictures) the basics of furniture restoration. It has individual sections for surfaces, stripping, varnishes, stains and french polish to name a few.
It's given me the confidence and basic expertise to start my own project of restoring a set of chairs.
p.s. Don't be put off by the dodgy looking picture in amazon - this is a new book first written 1997 with most recent reprint 2002
Excellent book, 14 Jul 2006
This little book is one of those gems that come along from time to time.
Well written and illustrated you can just dip in to find the information you need. The sections on surface treatments are very good and pass on many useful tips that aren't always found in weightier and more worthy books.
It is also excellent value for money.
This is an excellent book, very clear and precise!, 29 Jul 1999
This book is good for the beginner and the more experienced restorer. The pictures are excellent and helpful. Easy to read and understand.
Inspiring Volume, 10 Feb 2006
A wonderful new Housekeeping book from the National Trust. This book is not just one for the serious reader, although it is very professional and in depth, but for anyone with an interest in historic homes and collections. Beautifully illustrated with fascinating photographs from National Trust houses, it is full of intriguing historical detail, practical advice and is infused through with a passion and enthusiasm for history and beauty that is really exciting. A book which rewards both coffee table leafing and really serious reference; it has everything!
Good tips, if you love old stuff., 12 Nov 2005
This is kind of like a flea market/antique buyers manual. It tells you what to look for, when buying old things, how to determine authenticity of items, clean and restore them, and even how to display and make use of them, sometimes in an untraditional way. It has given me lots of ideas on how to incorporate small items in to a design plan, and to look for items I might not have even glanced at, before reading this book.
Worth it for that one new tip, 12 Jul 2007
A rather slight, if endearingly eccentric book which sometimes seems to say more about the love of dogs than books. Rather USA centred, as you might expect, with the sections on further reading and supplies having only limited usefulness on this side of the pond. The section on repairs is rendered close to useless by the want of a few simple diagrams, but I, a part-time professional bookseller, still found one or two worthwhile tips, particularly. . . but no, you'll have to read it. Suffice it to say that I may have turned a £60 book into a £125 one, if it works!
A scout leaders must, 25 Jun 2007
I bought this book in the hope of finding some information on the history of the world growth of scouting. Butthe whole book is facinating. My cub pack are now well informed and have all got their global challenge badge due to the global information.
100 Years of Scouting in Print, 24 Oct 2006
Excellent Book full of information on the History Of Scouting, Must buy for anyone involved in Scouting past and present or any one with an interest in the movement
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Customer Reviews
The Clock Repairer's Handbook, 05 May 2004
Saw the price of clocks on E Bay and decided to buy one in need of restoration. This book is the better of 2 bought on Amazon. Straight forward clear and concise. My complicated new hobby has suddenly become easy and profitable.
In the same vein as De Carle, 07 Dec 2000
I must admit that I bought this book as I have many others, expecting to be sorely disappointed. Well I was wrong. Having been weaned on Donald De Carle I must present a challenge to any aspiring horological author. Imagine my surprise and delight to find an author with the same insight and obvious love of timepieces as De Carle! A craftsman who can explain the intricacies of non-standard repairs with the same clarity as simple replacements is a gem. His explanations are clear, concise, and understandable to any level. I can hardly wait to see what his future offerings have in store. Well done Laurie
A gem of a book for beginners, 06 Jul 2008
I've always been interested in furniture restoration since as a child helping my dad and was looking for a book which concentrated on restoring wood finished.
This book is fantastic - it has a lovely tone and clearly explains (with helpful pictures) the basics of furniture restoration. It has individual sections for surfaces, stripping, varnishes, stains and french polish to name a few.
It's given me the confidence and basic expertise to start my own project of restoring a set of chairs.
p.s. Don't be put off by the dodgy looking picture in amazon - this is a new book first written 1997 with most recent reprint 2002
Excellent book, 14 Jul 2006
This little book is one of those gems that come along from time to time.
Well written and illustrated you can just dip in to find the information you need. The sections on surface treatments are very good and pass on many useful tips that aren't always found in weightier and more worthy books.
It is also excellent value for money.
This is an excellent book, very clear and precise!, 29 Jul 1999
This book is good for the beginner and the more experienced restorer. The pictures are excellent and helpful. Easy to read and understand.
Inspiring Volume, 10 Feb 2006
A wonderful new Housekeeping book from the National Trust. This book is not just one for the serious reader, although it is very professional and in depth, but for anyone with an interest in historic homes and collections. Beautifully illustrated with fascinating photographs from National Trust houses, it is full of intriguing historical detail, practical advice and is infused through with a passion and enthusiasm for history and beauty that is really exciting. A book which rewards both coffee table leafing and really serious reference; it has everything!
Good tips, if you love old stuff., 12 Nov 2005
This is kind of like a flea market/antique buyers manual. It tells you what to look for, when buying old things, how to determine authenticity of items, clean and restore them, and even how to display and make use of them, sometimes in an untraditional way. It has given me lots of ideas on how to incorporate small items in to a design plan, and to look for items I might not have even glanced at, before reading this book.
Worth it for that one new tip, 12 Jul 2007
A rather slight, if endearingly eccentric book which sometimes seems to say more about the love of dogs than books. Rather USA centred, as you might expect, with the sections on further reading and supplies having only limited usefulness on this side of the pond. The section on repairs is rendered close to useless by the want of a few simple diagrams, but I, a part-time professional bookseller, still found one or two worthwhile tips, particularly. . . but no, you'll have to read it. Suffice it to say that I may have turned a £60 book into a £125 one, if it works!
A scout leaders must, 25 Jun 2007
I bought this book in the hope of finding some information on the history of the world growth of scouting. Butthe whole book is facinating. My cub pack are now well informed and have all got their global challenge badge due to the global information.
100 Years of Scouting in Print, 24 Oct 2006
Excellent Book full of information on the History Of Scouting, Must buy for anyone involved in Scouting past and present or any one with an interest in the movement
Restoring Classic & collectible Cameras / Thomas Tomosy, 22 Feb 2003
As a total beginner to the restoration of old and classic cameras I was in desperate need of some form of guidance. Straight to Amazon and there it was: Restoring Classic & Collectible Cameras, a complete A-Z of how to restore cameras. From bellows to camera stands, Lenses, Kodak Brownies and Large Format Focal- Plane shutters. Seventh heaven. Everything the enthusiast needs. Well written,clear and concise with excellent illustrations. Thank you.
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Customer Reviews
The Clock Repairer's Handbook, 05 May 2004
Saw the price of clocks on E Bay and decided to buy one in need of restoration. This book is the better of 2 bought on Amazon. Straight forward clear and concise. My complicated new hobby has suddenly become easy and profitable. In the same vein as De Carle, 07 Dec 2000
I must admit that I bought this book as I have many others, expecting to be sorely disappointed. Well I was wrong. Having been weaned on Donald De Carle I must present a challenge to any aspiring horological author. Imagine my surprise and delight to find an author with the same insight and obvious love of timepieces as De Carle! A craftsman who can explain the intricacies of non-standard repairs with the same clarity as simple replacements is a gem. His explanations are clear, concise, and understandable to any level. I can hardly wait to see what his future offerings have in store. Well done Laurie A gem of a book for beginners, 06 Jul 2008
I've always been interested in furniture restoration since as a child helping my dad and was looking for a book which concentrated on restoring wood finished.
This book is fantastic - it has a lovely tone and clearly explains (with helpful pictures) the basics of furniture restoration. It has individual sections for surfaces, stripping, varnishes, stains and french polish to name a few.
It's given me the confidence and basic expertise to start my own project of restoring a set of chairs.
p.s. Don't be put off by the dodgy looking picture in amazon - this is a new book first written 1997 with most recent reprint 2002
Excellent book, 14 Jul 2006
This little book is one of those gems that come along from time to time.
Well written and illustrated you can just dip in to find the information you need. The sections on surface treatments are very good and pass on many useful tips that aren't always found in weightier and more worthy books.
It is also excellent value for money. This is an excellent book, very clear and precise!, 29 Jul 1999
This book is good for the beginner and the more experienced restorer. The pictures are excellent and helpful. Easy to read and understand. Inspiring Volume, 10 Feb 2006
A wonderful new Housekeeping book from the National Trust. This book is not just one for the serious reader, although it is very professional and in depth, but for anyone with an interest in historic homes and collections. Beautifully illustrated with fascinating photographs from National Trust houses, it is full of intriguing historical detail, practical advice and is infused through with a passion and enthusiasm for history and beauty that is really exciting. A book which rewards both coffee table leafing and really serious reference; it has everything! Good tips, if you love old stuff., 12 Nov 2005
This is kind of like a flea market/antique buyers manual. It tells you what to look for, when buying old things, how to determine authenticity of items, clean and restore them, and even how to display and make use of them, sometimes in an untraditional way. It has given me lots of ideas on how to incorporate small items in to a design plan, and to look for items I might not have even glanced at, before reading this book. Worth it for that one new tip, 12 Jul 2007
A rather slight, if endearingly eccentric book which sometimes seems to say more about the love of dogs than books. Rather USA centred, as you might expect, with the sections on further reading and supplies having only limited usefulness on this side of the pond. The section on repairs is rendered close to useless by the want of a few simple diagrams, but I, a part-time professional bookseller, still found one or two worthwhile tips, particularly. . . but no, you'll have to read it. Suffice it to say that I may have turned a £60 book into a £125 one, if it works! A scout leaders must, 25 Jun 2007
I bought this book in the hope of finding some information on the history of the world growth of scouting. Butthe whole book is facinating. My cub pack are now well informed and have all got their global challenge badge due to the global information. 100 Years of Scouting in Print, 24 Oct 2006
Excellent Book full of information on the History Of Scouting, Must buy for anyone involved in Scouting past and present or any one with an interest in the movement Restoring Classic & collectible Cameras / Thomas Tomosy, 22 Feb 2003
As a total beginner to the restoration of old and classic cameras I was in desperate need of some form of guidance. Straight to Amazon and there it was: Restoring Classic & Collectible Cameras, a complete A-Z of how to restore cameras. From bellows to camera stands, Lenses, Kodak Brownies and Large Format Focal- Plane shutters. Seventh heaven. Everything the enthusiast needs. Well written,clear and concise with excellent illustrations. Thank you. Yes, this is the one they asked for., 20 Feb 2003
If you, like me, are a bemused partner then yes, this is that book they asked for. From what I can gather it's required reading of whatever for many education courses and also doubles as a coffee table book. My wife wanted it for her Interior Design evening classes and got me to order a second copy for her friend (Judith Miller - you owe me a pint). She wanted Colour by Judith Miller too (the wife that is - Judith that's another pint you owe me, well done on spelling Colour with a U). Apparently the evening classes are the equivalent of an A level. 5 out of 5 just for being a guaranteed top present (that I'll never read even if it kills me).
A gorgeous book for ideas., 03 Apr 2002
I haven't decided yet whether this is a delightful coffee table style book, or something that might be useful if you are looking for ideas. In any case, it's a pleasure to leaf through and it does have a useful section in the back that gives you suppliers to match the photos in the book. So I suppose if you absolutely MUST have that potbelly stove in your kitchen you can find it. Obviously the visuals are predominantly derived from large houses which can be a little frustrating if you have a shoe box, but I can't see how you can avoid that really. There's plenty of ideas to use without being completely literal.
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Customer Reviews
The Clock Repairer's Handbook, 05 May 2004
Saw the price of clocks on E Bay and decided to buy one in need of restoration. This book is the better of 2 bought on Amazon. Straight forward clear and concise. My complicated new hobby has suddenly become easy and profitable. In the same vein as De Carle, 07 Dec 2000
I must admit that I bought this book as I have many others, expecting to be sorely disappointed. Well I was wrong. Having been weaned on Donald De Carle I must present a challenge to any aspiring horological author. Imagine my surprise and delight to find an author with the same insight and obvious love of timepieces as De Carle! A craftsman who can explain the intricacies of non-standard repairs with the same clarity as simple replacements is a gem. His explanations are clear, concise, and understandable to any level. I can hardly wait to see what his future offerings have in store. Well done Laurie A gem of a book for beginners, 06 Jul 2008
I've always been interested in furniture restoration since as a child helping my dad and was looking for a book which concentrated on restoring wood finished.
This book is fantastic - it has a lovely tone and clearly explains (with helpful pictures) the basics of furniture restoration. It has individual sections for surfaces, stripping, varnishes, stains and french polish to name a few.
It's given me the confidence and basic expertise to start my own project of restoring a set of chairs.
p.s. Don't be put off by the dodgy looking picture in amazon - this is a new book first written 1997 with most recent reprint 2002
Excellent book, 14 Jul 2006
This little book is one of those gems that come along from time to time.
Well written and illustrated you can just dip in to find the information you need. The sections on surface treatments are very good and pass on many useful tips that aren't always found in weightier and more worthy books.
It is also excellent value for money. This is an excellent book, very clear and precise!, 29 Jul 1999
This book is good for the beginner and the more experienced restorer. The pictures are excellent and helpful. Easy to read and understand. Inspiring Volume, 10 Feb 2006
A wonderful new Housekeeping book from the National Trust. This book is not just one for the serious reader, although it is very professional and in depth, but for anyone with an interest in historic homes and collections. Beautifully illustrated with fascinating photographs from National Trust houses, it is full of intriguing historical detail, practical advice and is infused through with a passion and enthusiasm for history and beauty that is really exciting. A book which rewards both coffee table leafing and really serious reference; it has everything! Good tips, if you love old stuff., 12 Nov 2005
This is kind of like a flea market/antique buyers manual. It tells you what to look for, when buying old things, how to determine authenticity of items, clean and restore them, and even how to display and make use of them, sometimes in an untraditional way. It has given me lots of ideas on how to incorporate small items in to a design plan, and to look for items I might not have even glanced at, before reading this book. Worth it for that one new tip, 12 Jul 2007
A rather slight, if endearingly eccentric book which sometimes seems to say more about the love of dogs than books. Rather USA centred, as you might expect, with the sections on further reading and supplies having only limited usefulness on this side of the pond. The section on repairs is rendered close to useless by the want of a few simple diagrams, but I, a part-time professional bookseller, still found one or two worthwhile tips, particularly. . . but no, you'll have to read it. Suffice it to say that I may have turned a £60 book into a £125 one, if it works! A scout leaders must, 25 Jun 2007
I bought this book in the hope of finding some information on the history of the world growth of scouting. Butthe whole book is facinating. My cub pack are now well informed and have all got their global challenge badge due to the global information. 100 Years of Scouting in Print, 24 Oct 2006
Excellent Book full of information on the History Of Scouting, Must buy for anyone involved in Scouting past and present or any one with an interest in the movement Restoring Classic & collectible Cameras / Thomas Tomosy, 22 Feb 2003
As a total beginner to the restoration of old and classic cameras I was in desperate need of some form of guidance. Straight to Amazon and there it was: Restoring Classic & Collectible Cameras, a complete A-Z of how to restore cameras. From bellows to camera stands, Lenses, Kodak Brownies and Large Format Focal- Plane shutters. Seventh heaven. Everything the enthusiast needs. Well written,clear and concise with excellent illustrations. Thank you. Yes, this is the one they asked for., 20 Feb 2003
If you, like me, are a bemused partner then yes, this is that book they asked for. From what I can gather it's required reading of whatever for many education courses and also doubles as a coffee table book. My wife wanted it for her Interior Design evening classes and got me to order a second copy for her friend (Judith Miller - you owe me a pint). She wanted Colour by Judith Miller too (the wife that is - Judith that's another pint you owe me, well done on spelling Colour with a U). Apparently the evening classes are the equivalent of an A level. 5 out of 5 just for being a guaranteed top present (that I'll never read even if it kills me).
A gorgeous book for ideas., 03 Apr 2002
I haven't decided yet whether this is a delightful coffee table style book, or something that might be useful if you are looking for ideas. In any case, it's a pleasure to leaf through and it does have a useful section in the back that gives you suppliers to match the photos in the book. So I suppose if you absolutely MUST have that potbelly stove in your kitchen you can find it. Obviously the visuals are predominantly derived from large houses which can be a little frustrating if you have a shoe box, but I can't see how you can avoid that really. There's plenty of ideas to use without being completely literal.
First time long case clock restorer, 22 Jul 2008
An excellent book for someone with a technical background. But don't expect an easy read, you will have to work at it. The photographic illustrations help a lot. Obviously I'm not an expert on longcase clocks but having taken the hood off mine it matched up well to the descriptions in the book. The detail is excellent giving sufficient detail to be able to locate the faults and design and manufacture many replacement components.Restoring Grandfather Clocks
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Customer Reviews
The Clock Repairer's Handbook, 05 May 2004
Saw the price of clocks on E Bay and decided to buy one in need of restoration. This book is the better of 2 bought on Amazon. Straight forward clear and concise. My complicated new hobby has suddenly become easy and profitable. In the same vein as De Carle, 07 Dec 2000
I must admit that I bought this book as I have many others, expecting to be sorely disappointed. Well I was wrong. Having been weaned on Donald De Carle I must present a challenge to any aspiring horological author. Imagine my surprise and delight to find an author with the same insight and obvious love of timepieces as De Carle! A craftsman who can explain the intricacies of non-standard repairs with the same clarity as simple replacements is a gem. His explanations are clear, concise, and understandable to any level. I can hardly wait to see what his future offerings have in store. Well done Laurie A gem of a book for beginners, 06 Jul 2008
I've always been interested in furniture restoration since as a child helping my dad and was looking for a book which concentrated on restoring wood finished.
This book is fantastic - it has a lovely tone and clearly explains (with helpful pictures) the basics of furniture restoration. It has individual sections for surfaces, stripping, varnishes, stains and french polish to name a few.
It's given me the confidence and basic expertise to start my own project of restoring a set of chairs.
p.s. Don't be put off by the dodgy looking picture in amazon - this is a new book first written 1997 with most recent reprint 2002
Excellent book, 14 Jul 2006
This little book is one of those gems that come along from time to time.
Well written and illustrated you can just dip in to find the information you need. The sections on surface treatments are very good and pass on many useful tips that aren't always found in weightier and more worthy books.
It is also excellent value for money. This is an excellent book, very clear and precise!, 29 Jul 1999
This book is good for the beginner and the more experienced restorer. The pictures are excellent and helpful. Easy to read and understand. Inspiring Volume, 10 Feb 2006
A wonderful new Housekeeping book from the National Trust. This book is not just one for the serious reader, although it is very professional and in depth, but for anyone with an interest in historic homes and collections. Beautifully illustrated with fascinating photographs from National Trust houses, it is full of intriguing historical detail, practical advice and is infused through with a passion and enthusiasm for history and beauty that is really exciting. A book which rewards both coffee table leafing and really serious reference; it has everything! Good tips, if you love old stuff., 12 Nov 2005
This is kind of like a flea market/antique buyers manual. It tells you what to look for, when buying old things, how to determine authenticity of items, clean and restore them, and even how to display and make use of them, sometimes in an untraditional way. It has given me lots of ideas on how to incorporate small items in to a design plan, and to look for items I might not have even glanced at, before reading this book. Worth it for that one new tip, 12 Jul 2007
A rather slight, if endearingly eccentric book which sometimes seems to say more about the love of dogs than books. Rather USA centred, as you might expect, with the sections on further reading and supplies having only limited usefulness on this side of the pond. The section on repairs is rendered close to useless by the want of a few simple diagrams, but I, a part-time professional bookseller, still found one or two worthwhile tips, particularly. . . but no, you'll have to read it. Suffice it to say that I may have turned a £60 book into a £125 one, if it works! A scout leaders must, 25 Jun 2007
I bought this book in the hope of finding some information on the history of the world growth of scouting. Butthe whole book is facinating. My cub pack are now well informed and have all got their global challenge badge due to the global information. 100 Years of Scouting in Print, 24 Oct 2006
Excellent Book full of information on the History Of Scouting, Must buy for anyone involved in Scouting past and present or any one with an interest in the movement Restoring Classic & collectible Cameras / Thomas Tomosy, 22 Feb 2003
As a total beginner to the restoration of old and classic cameras I was in desperate need of some form of guidance. Straight to Amazon and there it was: Restoring Classic & Collectible Cameras, a complete A-Z of how to restore cameras. From bellows to camera stands, Lenses, Kodak Brownies and Large Format Focal- Plane shutters. Seventh heaven. Everything the enthusiast needs. Well written,clear and concise with excellent illustrations. Thank you. Yes, this is the one they asked for., 20 Feb 2003
If you, like me, are a bemused partner then yes, this is that book they asked for. From what I can gather it's required reading of whatever for many education courses and also doubles as a coffee table book. My wife wanted it for her Interior Design evening classes and got me to order a second copy for her friend (Judith Miller - you owe me a pint). She wanted Colour by Judith Miller too (the wife that is - Judith that's another pint you owe me, well done on spelling Colour with a U). Apparently the evening classes are the equivalent of an A level. 5 out of 5 just for being a guaranteed top present (that I'll never read even if it kills me).
A gorgeous book for ideas., 03 Apr 2002
I haven't decided yet whether this is a delightful coffee table style book, or something that might be useful if you are looking for ideas. In any case, it's a pleasure to leaf through and it does have a useful section in the back that gives you suppliers to match the photos in the book. So I suppose if you absolutely MUST have that potbelly stove in your kitchen you can find it. Obviously the visuals are predominantly derived from large houses which can be a little frustrating if you have a shoe box, but I can't see how you can avoid that really. There's plenty of ideas to use without being completely literal.
First time long case clock restorer, 22 Jul 2008
An excellent book for someone with a technical background. But don't expect an easy read, you will have to work at it. The photographic illustrations help a lot. Obviously I'm not an expert on longcase clocks but having taken the hood off mine it matched up well to the descriptions in the book. The detail is excellent giving sufficient detail to be able to locate the faults and design and manufacture many replacement components.Restoring Grandfather Clocks
This book does what it says on the cover!, 14 Jan 2002
I have rarely read a book with so much information per £cost. All perfectly understandable for people with no previous experience, but still lots for those with a good knowledge of valves. If you are wondering which book to buy on this subject, you have my assurance that this book "Does what says on the cover"!
Thoroughly Well Presented, 21 Aug 2001
So why only 4 stars? My only complaint is that the diagnostic advice is not as comprehensive as I expected. Even so, this book provides a wealth of practical advice which is suitable for beginners and the more experienced. Well done, sir!
Brilliant, 01 Sep 2000
At last a 'how to repair radio' book that caters for most levels of competence, and has all the relevant data to hand. I wish I had had this book years ago - it would have saved some worthy radios from the scrapheap. I can't praise this book highly enough.
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