Video Programs

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501.  HELPFUL HINTS FOR THE RESTORATION OF A VIENNA CLOCK MOVEMENT, by Chapter #75  (75)

†502.  ELECTROMAGNETIC CLOCKS, by Iain Cleator  (45)
A comprehensive program covering the many electric clocks, their movements, actions, & makers from the earliest to present-day quartz. Good slides. Recommended for group and individual viewing.

503.  HOT STICK SHELLAC CASE RESTORATION & HARD PUTTY GLAZING, by Hal Wehling  (80)

†505.  CLOCKS & WATCHES OF THE FORD & SMITHSONIAN MUSEUMS, by Lloyd Porter  (25)
This program shows many of the fine & rare clocks & watches in these well-known museums. Hard to see slides. Recommended for individual viewing only

 506. A HISTORY OF EARLY AMERICAN EXPERIMENTAL CLOCKS, by Dorothy Glenk, Arthur Rekedal, & Richard Calicura  (35)
Arthur Rekedal acts as moderator & questions Dorothy Glenk as she presents the history & origin of the early American clocks.  Richard Calicura is behind the camera following the descriptions of the clocks & movements.

507†  WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN BUYING A WATCH, by Joe Shaffer & Bill Meggers  (33)
Aimed at the beginning collector of pocket watches.  Shows how to take the movement from the case, the dial & hands off, to inspect for rust, replacements, & faulty parts. Good slides. Recommended for group and individual use.

508.  JOSEPH KNIBB TALL CLOCK WITH JOHN METCALFE, by Pat Tomes  (47)
Our NAWCC Museum Conservator takes this clock movement apart & reassembles it.  He points out the repair work that has been done to the movement over the years & the characteristics of a Knibb movement.

509.  CLOCK CASE RESTORATION TECHNIQUES WITH DICK OSGOOD, by Chapter #75  (87)
Dick does an excellent job showing how to dismantle a case and restore it to prime condition.

511.  HISTORY OF COLUMBUS & GRUEN WATCHES, by Robert D. Gruen  (60)

515.  HOW TO CAST METAL CLOCK CASE PARTS ON YOUR KITCHEN TABLE, by Glenn Seeds  (70)
This informative program is particularly helpful to those clock case restorers who need to replace a leg, finial, ormolu, etc.  He names products, temperatures, and equipment that can be used in making parts that would otherwise be irreplaceable.

516.  HOWARD WATCHES & THE HOWARD WATCH COMPANY, by Dana J. Blackwell  (85)
Dana covers the movements & cases of many Howard watches in this talk.  Having been associated with the Howard Company for many years, he discusses the organization of the Company & some of the non-horological items that were manufactured by the Howard Company.

517.  TERRY CLOCK COMPANY & TERRY CLOCKS, by Chris Bailey  (45)
This tape was recorded at the North Coast Regional in March 1988.  Chris always presents an excellent talk, & in      this one he covers the many different styles of Terry clocks made during the middle & latter part of the 1800's & the Silas B. Terry era.  The problems & changes in ownership are covered in a most interesting & informative program.

518.  WESTCLOX FACTORY MAKING BIG BEN ALARM CLOCKS IN 1938, by Jim Whitaker  (25)
This film documents Westclox's production techniques used in assembling Big Ben alarm clocks in the 1930's.

520  FRENCH CLOCKS FROM 1690-1790, & A TOUR THROUGH THE SHEPRO COLLECTION, by Justice Shepro  (60)
A tour through one of the most finest collections of early French Clocks identifying the individual pieces & their makers.  This talk came from the 1988 Seminar.

522.  CLOCKS OF THE GETTY MUSEUM, by Gillian Wilson  (60)
This talk is from the 1988 Seminar.  It is very interesting & informative with a touch of humor.  Miss Wilson is Curator of Decorative Arts of the Getty Museum.  The lecture focuses on the chasing, ornamentation & the quality of these beautiful cases.  She tells how the cases were dated & who were their makers.  She also touches on the origin & history of the Getty Museum.

523.  FRENCH WATCHES FROM THE BEGINNING TO THE 1800'S, by Adolphe Chapiro  (60)
This talk was given at the 1988 Seminar held in Santa Monica, CA.          

524.  JAMES ARTHUR COLLECTION - IMPORTANCE OF HOROLOGY IN OUR LIVES, by Seth Atwood  (60)
This 1988 Seminar talk shows the progression of horology through the years as our needs increase.  The lecture is accompanied by slides of outstanding pieces of the Time Museum from the earliest pieces up through the present time.

525.  CLEANING OF A WALTHAM POCKET WATCH, by Keith Merchant  (80)
An excellent how-to-program showing & explaining the disassembly of a pocket watch including cleaning & reassembly.

526.  RADIUM CITY, by Carole Langer  (102)
Praeses Productions produced the tape which investigates the radium dial painting done in the small town of Ottawa, Illinois, at the Radium Dial Co.  Beginning in the 1920's, young women were hired, and paid well, to paint luminous dials on clocks with radium paint.  To sharpen brush points for the fine work, employees often twirled the brushes in their mouths.  Many employees sickened and died at an early age from cancer.

While much emphasis in the film is placed on the impact of this factory on both the lives of the employees and on the town itself, the film is horologically important for its scenes showing the factory, the workers and the work in process.

527.  HOROLOGICAL TREASURES OF RUSSIA: NAWCC TOUR, SEPTEMBER 1990, by Thomas Bartels (70) 
This is a colorful description of the 1990 tour by NAWCC members to Russia, where they were permitted to view rare clocks in the storage rooms of Russian museums.  The program includes slides of many ornate horological items seen by the group.

528.  REPAIRING A PATEK PHILIPPE FIVE-MINUTE CHRONOGRAPH, by J. Michaels   (115)

529.  TIME DISSEMINATION & ELECTRIC CLOCKS, by Joe Singer  (32)
Joe discusses how the need for timekeeping led to the development of timekeeping services, master & slave clocks, self-winding clocks & shows many examples of early electric clocks used in those applications.

530.  WEBB C. BALL, by Robert Winslow, Joel Savich & Chuck Gallagher  (76)
This program is an in depth look at the personality & business acumen of Webb C. Ball, his influence on standard & railroad watches, & many of the clocks sold by Ball.

531.  Refinishing and Polishing Brass, by Gordon Sooy  (45)
The techniques for polishing brass clock case parts & the proper tools, materials & products necessary to restore clocks to their original condition are discussed & demonstrated.

532.  THE MAKING OF A BANJO CLOCK, by Foster Campos  (35)
Taped at the 1990 Florida Regional, Foster shows step by step how he creates those beautiful Campos Banjo Clocks.

533.  FINISHING CLOCK CASES, by Foster Campos  (35)
Taped at the 1990 Florida Regional, Foster shows how he finishes his new cases & how to refinish old & antique cases.

534.  RESTORING OF A CLOCK CASE, by Alex Cipriano, Old Dominion Chapter #34  (42)
Alex discusses the restoration of clock cases.  He covers several methods using different products & the results obtained.

535. WHITE DIALS ON LONGCASE CLOCKS, VHS & DVD. by Lewis F. Cowgill (34). Bud Cowgill discusses the design and features of painted white dials and how the various and sometimes subtle differences in design can be used to determine the age of a dial. Bud shows slides of 28 different dials which he uses as examples to support this method of dating dials. This DVD and VHS program is a digital remake of a slide/tape program recorded December 8, 1985 at a meeting of NAWCC Ohio Valley Chapter 10 and November 8, 1987 at a meeting of NAWCC Lake Erie Chapter 28.

536.  TOUR OF RUSSIAN MUSEUMS, by Bob Powell  (104)

537.  THE FRENCH MORBIER--THE MOST UNIQUE CLOCK EVER, 1680-1900, by Steve Z. Nemrava  (44)
This program is a detailed story of the origin, invention, and development of the French Morbier and its influence on horology.  Mr. Nemrava also discusses the technical features of the Morbier and gives many pointers on repairing the movements.

538.  CLOCKWORK TOYS, by Judy Emerson  (49)
Judy Emerson, curator of recreational artifacts at the Strong Museum in Rochester, New York, discusses the use of clock-like movements in toys manufactured in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries and the clock companies that supplied the movements.  The program includes many slides of such toys and their motion works.

539.  RIPPLE MOULDINGS & WOOD INLAYS, by Irvin Rosen videotaped by Paul Westerholm  (40)
Irvin tells how he developed a machine for making ripple mouldings for ripple-front clocks.  This process had been a lost art for many years.  Irvin also shows a method for inlaying.

540. PRIMITIVE TOOLS USED IN THE MAKING OF CLOCK CASES, by Irvin Rosen videotaped by Paul Westerholm  (39)
This tape shows a number of primitive tools & how they were used.  Many have been passed down through generations.

541.  THE ENGLE CLOCK: AN AMERICAN MONUMENTAL, by Hellam Hills Production with NAWCC Staff  (30)
A demonstration & discussion of the history of the Engle Monumental Clock.

542.  PETRODVORETS PALACES-LENINGRAD-NAWCC TOUR, OCTOBER 1990, by Jack Napp  (60)
Mr. Napp's video record of the Petrodvorets Palaces during the NAWCC Russian Horological Tour.

543.  HISTORY OF THE MC CLINTOCK CLOCKS, by James Bland West  (30)
This lecture was presented at the Tower Clock Chapter Meeting at the 1991 National Convention, Denver, CO.

544.  A SURVEY OF THE CLOCK MUSEUM IN PHARR, TEXAS with Jim Shawn  (60)
A tour of the collection of this Museum with emphasis on N. Mueller's clocks.

†545.  DIAL PAINTING, by James Bland West  (17)
As part of an NAWCC Chapter 139, San Jacinto meeting, Mr. West repainted the dial of a clock.  This program shows step-by-step how the repainting was done. Interesting subject and clear bright slides. Group and individual use.

546.  THE EARLY CLOCKS OF NEW JERSEY, by Steve Petrucelli  (65)
This video reviews, in detail, the clocks assembled for an exhibition at the Museum of the Cranbury Historical & Preservation Society in Cranbury, NJ.  This exhibition was co-sponsored by NAWCC Chapter 142, Central New Jersey.

547.  JEWEL MAKING BY THE ELGIN WATCH CO  (73)
This film was made during WWII at the Elgin Watch factory.  The process of jewel making is shown step-by-step. This film has been presented to our Library by NAWCC Chapter 94, DeAnza.

548.  ANNIVERSARY CLOCKS--HISTORY, REPAIR & MAINTENANCE, by Bill Ellison  (89)
In this program, Bill Ellison, owner of the Horolovar Co., discusses the history & development of Anniversary clocks.  He also discusses methods of disassembly, cleaning, repairing, re-assembly & timing of Anniversary clocks.

549.  DECORATIVE ENHANCEMENTS ON 19TH CENTURY AMERICAN MASS PRODUCED CLOCKS, by Chris Bailey  (69)
This presentation, given at the 11th Annual NAWCC Seminar by Chris, covers the decorative aspects of clock cases, dials & tablets used in the manufacturing of 19th century American mass produced clocks.  Chris also discusses stenciling & painting & compares clock design with furniture design of the period.

550.  ENGLISH CLOCKMAKING, by Julian Gibbard  (60)
In this speech, given at the 11th Annual NAWCC Seminar, Julian Gibbard discusses the clockmaking industry in England from the perspective of an expert restoration specialist.

551.  HOROLOGICAL TOOL EVOLUTION, by Theodore R. Crom  (78)
This presentation, given by Ted Crom at the 11th Annual NAWCC Seminar, details the transition of hand tools to early production tools for clock & watchmaking.

552. THE EFFECT OF THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION ON THE SWISS & ENGLISH  INDUSTRIES, by Doug Caulkins  (59)
In this lecture, given at the 11th Annual NAWCC Seminar, Doug traces & compares Swiss watchmaking to that of the English during the mechanization of the industry in both countries.  This program also includes a study of  relatively inexpensive Swiss watches with added mechanical or decorative features to give them a broader market appeal.

553.  ELI TERRY, WOODEN MOVEMENT PRODUCTION & THE ORIGINS OF THE AMERICAN SYSTEM OF MANUFACTURING, by Donald Hoke  (50)
This lecture, given by Don Hoke at the 11th Annual NAWCC Seminar, is a discussion on the American system of manufacturing between 1789 & 1876.  Don discusses the manufacturing of clocks in the context of the American manufacturing system which can be defined as the mass production of interchangeable parts on specialized machinery arranged in sequential operations.  In this lecture, Don stresses the importance of wooden clock movements in the development of the American manufacturing system.

554.  ANIMATED CLOCK DISPLAY  (27)
This program features Lux Clocks & other animated clocks that were on display at the Pacific Northwest Regional hosted by Chapter 31, February 13-16, 1992.

555.  PIECES OF TIME  (35)
This program shows the Chapter 99, Palm Beaches of Florida exhibit at the Flagler Museum, Palm Beach, Florida during February 1992.  This exhibit was an outstanding success with over 23,000 people viewing it during the month it was open.

556.  INTERNATIONAL TIME RECORDING CO., by Don Cate  (68)
This program is a detailed history of the International Time Recording Co., which was the predecessor of the IBM Co.   Mr. Cate discusses how the company was formed, why it was formed, the individuals who formed it, and its product line, with specific coverage given to time clocks.

558.  MASTERING WOOD-WORK CLOCK REPAIR with George Bruno   (75)
In this presentation, George Bruno discusses bushing wood movements & adjusting & making verges for wood     movements.  Mr. Bruno also answers many questions from his audience.

559. PATEK PHILIPPE THE MASTER WATCHMAKERS OF GENEVA:  TRADITION IS OUR FUTURE, donated by Patek Philippe  (23)
        This tape briefly reviews the history of Patek Philippe.  A tour of the firm is taken with detailed views of watch production, much done by hand.  Traditional repair techniques are still used and these are viewed.

560.  PATEK PHILIPPE:  THE SEVEN CRAFTS, donated by Patek Philippe  (20)
This tape reviews the roles of the designer, watchmaker, goldsmith, chainsmith, engraver, enameller, & lapidary in the production of Patek Philippe watches & clocks.

561. PATEK PHILIPPE CALIBRE 89 THE MOST COMPLICATED WATCH IN THE WORLD, donated by Patek Philippe  (30)
Taking 9 years to develop the Calibre 89 has 2 main dials, 8 display dials, 24 hands, 36 indicators, & 1728 parts.  This tape reviews the historical aspects & technical developments of each of the functions of the Calibre 89.

562.  THE EARTH AS A CLOCK, by Gernot M.R. Winkler, Ph.D  (53)
In this lecture, Dr. Winkler discusses the Earth's rotation & various conditions that affect the rate of rotation (as measured by the Atomic Clock.)

      THE ATOMIC CLOCK, by Norman F. Ramsey, Ph.D.  (63)
Dr. Ramsey describes Atomic Clocks, discusses why we need them & tells how they are being used.  This was the James Arthur Memorial Lecture for 1992.

(The above two lectures were given at the 1992 NAWCC Seminar on Precision Timekeeping.  They are both on one video
  tape with a total running time of 1 hr., 56 min.)

563.  EARLIEST PRECISION CLOCKS, by John Redfern  (47)
In this presentation, Mr. Redfern details some of the earliest known Precision Clocks, & specifically describes a unique wall clock that was commissioned for observatory use in 1673.  Mr. Redfern uses computer generated animation to describe the tic-tac escapement & to demonstrate the advantages using animation techniques as a tool  in learning clock design & repair.

      MODERN PRECISION CLOCKS, by R. J. Griffiths  (59)
This lecture covers recent works by several English & European-based horologists on modern precision pendulum clocks for public & domestic use.  Mr. Griffiths explains their design & construction.

(The previous two lectures were given at the 1992 NAWCC Seminar on Precision Timekeeping.  They are both on one video tape with a total running time of 1 hr., 46 min.)

564.  THE MANUFACTURING OF BANJO CLOCK MOVEMENTS, by John Grass  (46)
In this program, Mr. Grass describes materials, manufacturing methods & costs involved in making movements for banjo clocks.

565.  THE STORY OF A WATCH: a 1922 government film from the National Archives of  the Illinois Watch Co.(51 )
This silent, black and white movie was made circa 1922 by the Bureau of Mines in cooperation with the Illinois Watch Company.  The intricate processes in the manufacture of watch parts and their assembly is shown.  Also shown are the instruments in an astronomical observatory used to check the time of master clocks.  Views of social and welfare facilities of the watch factory are included.  Gift of Central New York Chapter 55 and Kent L. Singer.  This movie is currently playing in the NAWCC Museum.

566.  ACCURACY OF PENDULUMS AND MANY FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE IT, by Douglas A. Bateman (56)
Mr. Bateman summarizes his extensive work on precision pendulum clocks and the important factors that affect their accuracy.  He discusses energy losses, escapement effects, shape of the pendulum bob and measurement methods.

       TEMPERATURE EFFECTS ON CLOCKS, by Wilbur L. Pritchard (70)
Mr. Pritchard discusses the effects of temperature changes on the accuracy of pendulum clocks and several principal devices invented to minimize the effect.  He has done considerable research in this area and recounts his results. (The above two lectures were given at the 1992 NAWCC Seminar on Precision Timekeeping  and are both on one video.)

567.  THE E. HOWARD COMPANY, by Martin Ruddock, M.D. (57)
Dr. Ruddock discusses the role of the Edward Howard Company in precision timekeeping and its relation to others in the field.

       PORTABLE TIMEPIECES AND THEIR PRECISION AS COMPARED TO CLOCKS, by Henry B. Fried (69)
Mr. Fried discusses the development of portable timepieces in relation to their precision as compared to clocks.  He explains design principles and precision as they evolved into highly accurate mechanisms.

(The above two lectures were given at the 1992 Seminar on Precision Timekeeping.  They are both on one video tape with a total running time of 2 hrs., 6 min.)

568.  CLOCKS PROTECTED FROM ATMOSPHERIC CHANGES, by Iain G. M. Cleator, M.D. (61)
Dr. Cleator discusses clocks inside air-tight enclosures that insulate the movement from changes in barometric pressure.  He discusses the development of these clocks as well as their timekeeping.

       THE FEDCHENKO CLOCK OF RUSSIA, by George Feinstein, Ph.D. (70)
Dr. Feinstein discusses the Fedchenko clock that was made in Russia after World War II.  It is a pendulum clock enclosed in an airtight chamber and is said to have excelled the Shortt clock in accuracy.  Dr. Feinstein discusses how the clock was made and his related research.

(The previous two lectures were given at the 1992 Seminar on Precision Timekeeping.  They are both on one video tape with a total running time of 2 hrs., 11 min.)

569A,B,C - NAWCC New England Chapter 8, 1992 Educational Seminar
NEW ENGLAND HANDCRAFTED CLOCKS, 1730 - 1850    Set of 3 tapes*
The focus of this seminar was hand-crafted clocks of the 18th and 19th centuries that are part of the Old Sturbridge Village J. Cheney Wells Clock collection.  The presentations include Connoisseurship: A Critical Perspective by Robert C. Cheney, From Craftsmanship to Tradesmen: Interpreting the J. Cheney Wells Collection of American Clocks by Philip Zea, Conservation and Restoration: Clock Cases by Douglas Currie, and Conservation and Restoration: Clock Mechanisms by John Losch.

Time - 4 hours, 20 minutes.  To be loaned as a set of  3 tapes - postage, $5.00

570.  CASE FINISH RESTORATION, by Tom Spittler (33)
In this program, Tom Spittler demonstrates and narrates, in a very detailed manner, the procedure in restoring the existing finish on a British grandfather clock case.  He discusses materials and the method and offers many suggestions in case finish restoration.

571.  THE WATCH AND CLOCK MUSEUM OF THE NAWCC (40)
The NAWCC Collections are presented through a walking tour which follows the chronological development of time- pieces as they are exhibited in the Museum.  The video uses a voice over narration and discusses every area in the galleries.  Individual pieces are examined along the tour with a detailed look at movements and cases.

572.  THE NAWCC TOWER CLOCK (120)
This tape shows the construction of the NAWCC Tower Clock at the Headquarters of the NAWCC in Columbia, Pennsylvania.  There is a discussion of the Tower Clock including a description of the movement and how it works.  The dedication ceremony that took place on May 15, 1993 is also included.

573.  RESTAFF A POCKET WATCH, by Lee Bufano  (45)   (1993  24th Annual Workshop in Syracuse, NY)

574. BUILD A SKELETON WALL CLOCK, by William R. Smith  (48)   (1993  24th Annual Workshop in Syracuse, NY)

575.  LUX - CUCKOO CLOCKS, by Paul Kostelny & Douglass Tingue  (28)  (1993  24th Annual Workshop in Syracuse, NY)

576.  VENEER MASTERY-PHASE I, by Dick Baker (52)
Dick Baker, a member of the NAWCC, gives a presentation including sources of veneer, methods of removal of old veneer, patching methods, using molded forms, using a homemade assembly alignment jig and the plaster mold method.

577.  NAWCC CHAPTER 8, NEW ENGLAND - 4th ANNUAL SYMPOSIUM, 1993
 (TAPES MUST BE BORROWED SEPARATELY.)

Pt. 1:  Joseph Brown - The Watch Factories in Waltham
Dr. Norman Friedman - The Waltham Watch Company (1hr. 40min.)

Pt. 2:  Michael Harrold - The Rise of American Industrial Watchmaking (1hr. 14min.)

Pt. 3:  Pasquale Caruso - Life in the Waltham Watch Factory
Dana Blackwell - Howard Watches (1hr. 44min.)

578.  STENCILLING, by Gladys Weller (49)
In this presentation, the process of stenciling American wood clock cases is described and demonstrated by Gladys Weller.  The materials and tools needed in the stenciling process are also described.

579.  CLOCK REPIVOTING, by Anthony Montefusco (44)
Anthony Montefusco demonstrates his method of removing a worn pivot, drilling the arbor and installing a new pivot in the arbor in this presentation.

580.  EARLY AMERICAN CLOCKS, by Snowden Taylor, Ph.D. (30)
This program, recorded at the 1993 NAWCC Convention in Dallas, Texas, is a lecture by Snowden Taylor on the development and manufacturing of mass-produced clocks in the United States in the first half of the nineteenth century.  Snowden discusses Sheraton and Empire case styles, the design and transition of wood to brass movements and the business practices of clock makers of the period.  Eli Terry, Chauncey Jerome, Joseph Ives, John Birge, Silas Hoadley, and William Gilbert are among clock makers discussed in the program.  Examples of various clock case styles of the period are shown in this tape.  Snowden touches on the expansion of the clock industry from Connecticut to New York and to the Western Reserve.

581.  BLACK FOREST CLOCKS, by Richard Muhe, Ph.D. (55)
Recorded at the 1994 NAWCC Convention in Orlando, Florida, this slide presentation and lecture covers the history, design, production and marketing of black forest clocks.  Dr. Muhe also discusses the tools used in the making of black forest clocks.

582.  METAL CASTING FOR HOROLOGY, by Carlton Cranor (61)
This presentation, recorded at the 1994 NAWCC Convention in Orlando, Florida, is a demonstration and discussion that acquaints us with sand  and lost wax metal casting as applied to horology.  Carlton shows simple equipment and techniques which an amateur can acquire and use to replace missing parts of clocks and tools.

583.  REFINISHING BRASS CLOCK CASES, by Tony Montefusco (56)
In this demonstration, which was recorded at the 1994 NAWCC Convention in Orlando, Florida, Tony shows his methods used in refinishing brass parts of carriage and crystal regulator cases.  He covers case disassembly, de-lacquering, cleaning, polishing, re-lacquering and assembly of the brass cases.

584.  GOLD, FROM THE GROUND TO GORGEOUS, by Rolland Fischer (62)
Odyssey of gold recovery, refining, milling, and forming into watch cases, with emphasis on common pitfalls and misconceptions about the material and its processes.  The presentation was recorded at the 1994 NAWCC Convention in Orlando, Florida.

585.  HOW TO MAKE A GLASS OR MARBLE CLOCK CASE, by Father John Bernbrock (40)
In this presentation which was recorded at the 1994 NAWCC National Convention in Orlando, Florida, Father Bernbrock describes the materials that can be used in making clock cases from glass and marble.  He also shares his methods and the tools he uses.  His lecture is supplemented with many slides of tools, materials and finished clock cases that he made.

586.  THE CHELSEA CLOCK COMPANY, by Everett Jones (64)
In this presentation, Everett covers the 130-year history of the Chelsea Clock Company from the founding of its predecessor, the Eastman Clock Company, through its transition into the Boston Clock Company and to the present-day Chelsea Clock Company.  Everett also narrates a walk through an exhibit of Chelsea clocks at the Eleventh Annual North Coast Regional held March 11 & 12, 1995 in Cleveland, Ohio.

587.  RESTORING A ONE PIECE BARREL, by Tony Montefusco (43)
In this program, Tony describes his method of repairing a one piece spring barrel on which most of the gear teeth had been either bent or broken.  He first describes his method with the aid of sketches and diagrams and then demonstrates the process as he did it in his own shop.  He removes the broken teeth from the barrel, makes a new brass ring, solders the ring onto the barrel, cuts the new gear teeth and finishes the barrel by machining off  the excess brass, sanding and polishing.

588.  CLEANING OF A POCKET WATCH, by Jim Michaels (99)
This program, recorded at the NAWCC headquarters, is a demonstration by Jim Michaels on how to disassemble, clean and reassemble a pocket watch.  For the demonstration, Jim used a 16 size Waltham Riverside  pocket watch.

589.  BRITISH CLOCKS-1800 to 1900, by Doug Cowan & Tom Spittler (79)
In this presentation, recorded at the 1994 Southern Ohio Regional, Doug and Tom discuss the various styles and features of British clocks manufactured between 1800 and 1900.  Color slides and the interjection of historical    information enhance the presentation.  There is also a walk through an exhibit of British clocks of the period.

590.  DIAL PAINTING & DIAL LAMINATION, by Jim West (34)
This program contains two segments.  The first segment is a videotape presentation of slide program 19 showing a  basic metal dial refinishing method.  The second part is an explanation and demonstration of the steps required to laminate a warped dial to an aluminum backing plate to provide a flat surface dial.

591.  THE ART OF THE PAINTED DIAL, by Mrs. M. F. Tennant (26)
This professionally produced tape is an excellent overview of the steps required to restore a white painted dial.  It discusses cleaning, chapter ring and number restoration as well as art work and gold leaf replacement.  This is an introduction to the topic, not a how-to tape.  Mrs. Tennant is the author of the book Longcase Painted Dials: Their History and Restoration.

592.  THE LEVER ESCAPEMENT MADE EASY, by Jim Michaels (15)
This film, by NAWCC Conservator Jim Michaels, reviews the lever escapement.  Discussed and shown are:  adjusting the lever escapement; what impulse, drop, drop lock, slide and total lock are; the effect of changing the pallet stones; the roller and guard pin; and how to check for the in beat condition as well as the other necessary escapement checks.  Filmed using state-of-the-art video equipment, this tape will be beneficial to both the beginning and experienced horologist.

593.  CARRIAGE CLOCKS, by Doug Cowan (42)
In this presentation Doug discusses the history, evolution, model names and descriptions of French carriage clocks.  He also briefly discusses English, Austrian, Swiss and American carriage clocks and some of the factors to note to determine age and condition of carriage clocks.

594.  ON TIME DOWN UNDER, 1st Australian Regional (42)
This video tape provides an excellent overview of the activities, clocks and talks at the first Australian Regional held in 1994.  The tape is well done and is appropriate for people of all types of horological interests.

595. DVD & VHS- CONSTRUCTION OF ELI TERRY'S OUTSIDE ESCAPEMENT PILLAR AND SCROLL CLOCK, by George Bruno, Chris Brown, Dick Baker, Mary Etta Roeser, and Carol Buonato  (115)
This program, recorded at the 1994 Eastern States Regional, demonstrates how these clocks were constructed.  George Bruno planned the program and demonstrates how the wheels were probably cut on a production line basis.  Chris Brown describes two probable methods of movement assembly.  Using premachined parts, Dick Baker shows how the cases were constructed.  Mary Etta Roeser demonstrates gold leafing and describes reverse glass techniques.  Carol Buonato demonstrates typical methods the artists used to paint the dials.

596. DVD & VHS-  CALENDAR CLOCK MECHANISMS, by A. Leroy Wilkerson (44)
In this program, recorded at the 1994 Eastern States Regional, LeRoy uses copies of U.S. patents and examples from clock movements to trace the development of early American calendar mechanisms.  He demonstrates how to disassemble and reassemble them and gives some hints and warnings on cleaning and restoration.

597.  WATCHMAKERS MEASURING TOOLS, by Dr. Steven Lebduska (50)
In this program, recorded at the 1994 Eastern States Regional, Dr. Lebduska discusses several measuring instruments used both by watch manufacturers and by watchmakers at the bench.  A number of early instruments (primarily micrometers) are used to illustrate and trace the development of these devices.  Various measuring systems, e.g., Lignes, are explained and compared.

598.  DVD & VHS- WILLARD FAMILY TALL CASES, by Dr. Roger Robinson (68)
This program, which was recorded at the 16th Annual NAWCC Seminar in 1995, gives very detailed descriptions of
Willard Tall Cases and some of the distinguishing features of the dials used by the Willards.  Dr. Robinson covers in great detail the features by which a collector can recognize a genuine Willard Clock.  He also touches on the history of some of the clocks.

599. DVD & VHS- CARRIAGE CLOCK RESTORATION, by Tony Montefusco (47)
This program describes and demonstrates a method of disassembling, cleaning, oiling and reassembling a French
movement.  Also, a method of cleaning brass is covered.

600.  DVD & VHS- AMERICAN MASTERPIECES-TALL CASE CLOCKS OF THE EIGHTEENTH CENTURY, by Tom Bartels (49)
This program is a walking tour of rare eighteenth century tall case clocks that were on display at the NAWCC Museum from October 1995 through September 1996 in conjunction with the 16th NAWCC Seminar.  Narrated by Tom
Bartels, Executive Director of the NAWCC, the program gives the viewer a detailed history and description of each of the clocks in the exhibit.

601.  DVD & VHS- REPLACING A BALANCE STAFF IN A WATCH, by Jim Michaels (40)

602.  DVD & VHS- 8-DAY WOOD SHELF CLOCKS & THEIR MOVEMENTS, by Dr. Snowden Taylor (40)
This program is a walking tour of a grand display of 8-day wood movement clocks arranged by Warren Parsley at the
Mid-South Regional at Chattanooga, TN, September 1995.

†603.  THE VERGE WATCH, by Los Angeles Chapter #56  (25)
This program studies the verge escapement from 1600-1900.  It shows many early verge watches with enamel & tortoise-shell cases.  A 1750 verge watch is taken apart, the fusee chain & escapement are cleaned, the teeth on the escape wheel are fixed, & the watch is reassembled. Detail subject matter . Hard to see slides.  Small group and individual use only.

†604.  THE MARINE CHRONOMETER, by Los Angeles Chapter #56  (23)
This program is a short history of the marine chronometer & the underlying necessity for its development.  Included are examples of the works of famous makers & historically significant improvements.  A typical chronometer is shown disassembled.  Tips on the care of a chronometer are given. Good slides. Recommended for group and individual use.

†605.  THE SOUTH BEND WATCH STORY, by O.B. Frye  (42)
The history of the South Bend Watch Co. & the involvement of the Studebaker family in its organization is told in this program.  The company name was later changed to Studebaker.  There are many pictures of movements, dials & cases.  Included are anecdotes concerning the successes & failures of the company as well as individuals.  Interesting topic and good slides. Recommended for group and individual viewing.

†607.  WELCH, SPRING & COMPANY, by Jo & Owen Burt  (36)
Talks about the history of the company from 1868 to 1884.  Shows four main stages & clocks from each period: Standard shelf models; regulators & calendar; fancy models with musical names; the Patti era.  Emphasizes role of B.B. Lewis. Interesting topic Good slides. Recommended for Group and individual viewing

†608.  PERPETUAL CALENDAR CLOCKS, by Ray Horner & Roger Dankert  (22)
This video shows American calendar clocks from companies such as Ithaca, Seth Thomas, & Southern Calendar Clock Co.  Technical data is not included.

†609.  ANTIQUARIAN HOROLOGICAL RESTORTION, by Robert Barfoot  (30)
This video is a brief introduction to restoring clocks in different stages of neglect.  Shown are a few clocks from England, Ireland, & America which have been restored. Interesting topics, well presented. Slides of small movements limits viewing to small groups and individual use.

†610.  BERNARD J. EDWARDS WATCH & CLOCK ADVERTISING COLLECTION, by Bernard Edwards  (14)
A unique collection of advertising items.  Includes watches, clocks, signs, & other horological items. Interesting subject and clear bright slides. Recommended for group and individual viewing.

†611.  DVD & VHS- ANSONIA & ITS CLOCKS, by Marjorie & Charles Partridge  (42)
Variety of Ansonia clocks from the collections of the members of Great Lakes Chapter #6.  They date from 1840-1930.

†612.  DVD & VHS- AMERICAN CLOCKMAKING FROM A CRAFT TO AN INDUSTRY, by Chris Bailey  (24)
A visit to the American Clock & Watch Museum in Bristol, CT.  Gives a brief history of American Clockmaking which started as a craft & developed into a major industry.  The emphasis of the talk is on the state of Connecticut. Interesting material. Fine detail hard to see; recommended for  individual viewing only.

613.  TOOTH & TEETH REPLACEMENT, by Tony Montefusco  (34)

614.  CLOCK REBUSHING, by Tony Montefusco  (27)

615.  CRYSTAL FITTING, by Tony Montefusco  (43)

†616.  WATCHES OF THE TAFT COLLECTION, by Buckeye Chapter #23  (28)
This program shows 48 watches dating from the 17^th & 18^th centuries.  Main emphasis is on case decoration. Interesting subject and clear bright slides. Recommended for group and individual viewing.

†617.  DVD & VHS- THE SWINGING CLOCK, by Roger Holmberg  (40)
Examples of Swingers from American companies & from France.  Interesting topics and good slides. Recommended for Group and individual viewing.

†619.  LUX & KEEBLER PENDULETTES, by Joe Burt & Margaret Horner  (25)
Many different models of these animated novelty clocks are discussed.  Very little history is given. Interesting subject and clear bright slides. Recommended for Group and individual viewing.

†620.  DVD & VHS- SKELETON CLOCKS, by Pete Booz  (28)
Shows many different skeleton clocks from France, England, Austria, & America.  Shows the wide range of styles, escapements, & ages of these clocks, & displays some of the more exotic ones. Interesting material.  Fine detail hard to see.  Recommended for individual viewing.

†621.  DVD & VHS- 8-DAY WOODEN WORKS SHELF CLOCKS, by W. L. Wadleigh, Jr.  (31)
Six wooden 8-day movements are shown by:  Eli Terry & Son, Seth Thomas, Atkins & Downs, Jeromes & Darrow, Eli Terry, Jr. & Co., & Henry Terry.  Shows many different case styles. Slides of small movements limits viewing to small groups and individual use.

622. THE 400-DAY CLOCK - IT’S HISTORY & RESTORATION, by Tony Montefusco  (47)

623. SERVICING A TALL CASE CLOCK, by Tony Montefusco  (31)
624.  SERVICING A DOUBLE FUSEE ENGLISH BRACKET CLOCK, by Tony Montefusco  (33)

625. SERVICING THE HERSCHEDE 9 TUBE MOVEMENT, by Tony Montefusco  (65)

626.  SERVICING A FRENCH CLOCK, by Tony Montefusco  (35)

†627  AMERICAN WATCH CASES & THEIR WARRANTIES, by Mike Kahane  (38)
Brief history of watch case production & the content of each case.  Shows how watch papers can help identify the watch & the gold content of the case. Interesting subject and clear bright slides. Recommended for group and individual use.

†628B  PRODUCTS & HISTORY - ILLINOIS WATCH, PT 2, by Bill Meggers  (36)
Emphasis on the railroad years of the Illinois Watch Co. & the hi-grade watches produced during this period. Interesting subject and clear bright slides. Recommended for group and individual viewing.

†629.  DVD & VHS- THE DR SOBEK COLLECTION, by Lloyd Porter  (35)
Clocks from 1740-1900.  Beautiful & unusual clocks of the Biedermeier period. Fantastic collection, well-presented. Dark clock cases lack detail. Recommended for small group and individual viewing.

†630.  DVD & VHS- SETH THOMAS & HIS CLOCKS, by Charles & Marjorie Partridge  (30)
Shows clocks from their 150 years of manufacturing.  Gives a brief history of Seth Thomas & how he began to manufacture clocks.  The most well-known name in American clockmaking history. Slide detail is lost. Recommended for small group and individual viewing.               

†631.  DVD & VHS- THE BALL COMPANY, by James L. Hernick  (18)
This is an excellent program of the watches & clocks that were made for the Ball Co., established 1865, to meet railroad specifications.  The very fine photography, in excellent detail, shows on the movements & dials Ball’s famous trademark “Official RR Standard.”  Also shown on the movements & dials are abbreviations of “Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers,” “Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen,” “Order of Railway Conductors,” & others.  Ball’s watches & clocks were made for him by the finest watch & clock makers of the period. Good slides. Recommended for group and individual use.

†632.  DVD & VHS- ART DECO & IT’S BACKGROUND, ART NOUVEAU, by John Lord  (25)
This well-developed program explains how to recognize the difference between art deco & art nouveau in clock-case style, in ornaments & furniture.

633. CT.  WOOD MOVEMENTS SPREAD TO UPPER NEW ENGLAND USERS, by Snowden Taylor  (64)
This program, recorded at the Sixth Annual Educational Symposium in Concord, New Hampshire, is a lecture by Snowden Taylor on the men who established the mass production of clocks in New England.  Snowden also shows slides & exhibit clocks that were characteristic of the case styles & movement designs produced by these industrial pioneers.

634. DVD & VHS- WEBB C. BALL & RAILROAD TIMEKEEPING, by Robert Winslow  (70)
In this program, recorded at the 17^th NAWCC Seminar, Bob gives a detailed accounting of the life & business career of Webb C. Ball.  Bob discusses in detail how Webb C. Ball established his jewelry business & how the business evolved into the largest & most influential company in the railroad watch business.

635. DVD & VHS- RAILROAD-MARKED WATCHES, by William F. Meggers  (56)
PANEL DISCUSSION  AT THE NAWCC SEMINAR ON RAILROAD TIMEKEEPING  (46)
In the first program on this tape, Bill describes & shows many of the unique logos on dials & the unique engravings & markings on movements of railroad watches.  Much history of railroad companies & associated information is covered in this presentation. 
The second part of this tape is a question & answer period held at the conclusion of the Seminar.  All of the speakers participated in this panel discussion.

†636.  DVD & VHS- TOOLS & TECHNIQUES IN CLOCKMAKING, by John P. Wikswo  (32)
Shows how to make the different tools needed in clockmaking.  A number of books have been published on How-to-Make different kinds of clocks, i.e., skeleton, musical, bracket, 8-day, etc.  In this program, the making of the tools is explained. Good slides. Recommended for group and individual viewing.

†637.  DVD & VHS- EXTRACTS FROM A CLOCKMAKER’S WORKBOOK, by Robert F. Barfoot  (30)
This program is on the restoration of horological disasters to their former beauty.  Mr. Barfoot illustrates the repair of a variety of pieces, describing methods & processes used in their restoration.  It also covers the manufacture of parts not usually treated in the text books.  Robert is a Craft Master of the British Horological Institute, & lives in Belfast, Ireland. Good slides. Recommended for group and individual viewing.

†638.  DVD & VHS- THE SONORA CHIME CLOCK, by Kirk Fallin  (25)
This program shows & describes the different models of Sonora Chime clocks & explains how they differ from other conventional clocks of the period. Slide detail is lost. Recommended for small group and individual viewing.

†639.  DVD & VHS- THE CANADA & HAMILTON CLOCK COMPANIES, by Jane Varkaris & Jim Connell  (32)
An excellent program showing the many variations made by three Canadian clock companies during the 12 year period 1872-1884. Slide detail is lost. Recommended for small group and individual viewing .

†641.  DVD & VHS- THE TECHNIQUES OF HAND GRAINING, by Doris Westerholm & Bob Draucker  (23)
The program presents the restoration of an early American clock in a step-by-step procedure.  The hand-graining process is explained.  The tools & products used while restoring a badly neglected clock case to a beautifully grained clock are shown & explained. Good slides. Recommended for group and individual viewing.

†642. DVD & VHS-  METAL STATUE & FIGURE REPAIR, by Bruce Clarke  (45)
This program shows how repairs on metal figures & statues can be accomplished.  It shows the materials needed & some special tooling used to repair several metal types, i.e., white metal, bronze, cast iron & lead.  Some figures are shown in a rough condition as well as completely restored.  The use of epoxy brazing & soldering are used for repair. Good slides. Recommended for group and individual viewing.

†643.  DVD & VHS- RARE & UNUSUAL WATCHES, by James Gibbs  (34)
Rare watches dating from 1630 to 1810.  Makers such as Tompion, Breguet, & Quare.  Shows unusual dials, cases & movements. Slide detail is lost. Recommended for small group and individual viewing.

†644.  DVD & VHS- CLOCK CARTOONS, by Jim West  (16)
A collection of amusing horological cartoons cut out of newspapers & magazines. Good slides. Recommended for group and individual viewing.

†645.  DVD & VHS- EARLY VIENNA REGULATORS, By Pete Booz & Chapter #75  (21) Some dark or loss of detail slides. Small group and individual use.
Mainly floor standing Vienna Regulators from 1700-1825.  Pointers are given as to how to date them.

†646.  DVD & VHS- IDENTIFYING POCKET WATCHES, by Bill Meggers & Joe Shaffer  (30)
Aims to help identify unmarked American & foreign pocket watches.  Classifies them as to type of construction & jewel count. Good slides. Recommended for group and individual viewing.

†647.  DVD & VHS- FLORENCE KROEBER & HIS CLOCKS,  by Chapter #23  (21)
Photographed display of the Southern Ohio Regional, held in the Spring of 1984.  The historical data included is from a presentation by Chris Bailey given at one of the Seminars. Some dark slides. Recommended for individual use only.

†648.  DVD & VHS- THE ILLINOIS WRISTWATCH, by Phil Harnage & Chapter #75  (18)
While containing a large amount of detailed information for the collector, this program is an entertaining showing of many of the case and dial designs used by the Illinois Watch Company from the 1910’s to the 1930’s. Slide detail lost. Recommended for small group and individual viewing.

†649.  DVD & VHS- AMERICAN WATCHES, by James W. Gibbs  (44)
Shows watches from the collection of Jim Gibbs giving serial numbers & date of manufacture.  A basic overview of the changes in American watchmaking. Slide detail lost. Recommended for small group and individual viewing.

650. DVD & VHS-  PHOTOGRAPHING CLOCKS & WATCHES, by Reed Bender  (25)
This program discusses the photographing of clocks & watches in two levels.  Level 1 is using a simple camera but taking into account:  isolation, background, enlargement, clock movements, reflection, etc.  Level 2 discusses using a single reflex camera, different lenses, etc. & considering natural light vs. flash, different exposures, parallax, depth of field, etc.

651. DVD & VHS-  HOLROYD FAMILY FESTIVAL EXHIBITION 4/97,  Australia Chapter #72  (24)
Chapter 72 mounted this mini display as part of their educating the public about time and time pieces.  The members of Chapter 72 put their collections on display & manned the Exhibition in order to answer questions.  It also shows some of what is collected in  Australia.

652.  INTRODUCTION TO WATCH REPAIR, by Tony Montefusco  (72)
This video tape covers all of the steps in the disassembly, cleaning, & reassemble of a wrist watch.  It is recommended for the viewer who wants to understand the basic steps required for these operations.  It is not recommended as a training film for someone to duplicate the actions because the enlargement is insufficient to show many of the steps in sufficient detail.

653.  DVD & VHS- VHS & DVD- HOW TO EXAMINE & ADJUST THE RECOIL ESCAPEMENT, Presentation made at 1996 Eastern Regional by Dr. David Goodman  (75)
Presentation begins with Dr. Goodman's overview of the four parts of the mechanical clock, and progresses to the theory and background for examination and adjustments to the recoil escapement. About 82 minutes run time.

654.  VHS & DVD- WILLARD  HOUSE & CLOCK MUSEUM, sponsored by New England Chapter #8  (30)
This video provides the viewer with a tour of the Willard House and Clock Museum in Grafton, MA.  A visual record of the Willard family clocks & family artifacts is presented along with the museum’s collection of 18^th & 19^th century American pewter, silver, portraits, & various other items.

655.  VHS & DVD- EMPIRE AND BIEDERMEIER VIENNA REGULATORS, by Phil and Lynne Rasch, sponsored by Lone Star Chapter 124. (20)
In this program, Phil and Lynne present the essential features of Vienna Regulators made during the first half of the 19^th century.  A number of examples of Laterndluhr, Dachluhr, early and late Biedermeier style clocks are shown.  The features unique to each clock style are reviewed using these clocks as examples.  Several movements are removed from their cases, and details of these movements are discussed.  The video provides information on Viennese clockmakers and casemakers, dating these clock styles, finding the hidden names of makers, and identifying the beautiful woods that were used in making these classic clocks.

656.  VHS & DVD- VIENNA REGULATOR FAKES, MARRIAGES, AND MINIATURES,  by Phil and Lynne Rasch, sponsored by Lone Star Chapter 124 (13)
In this program, Phil and Lynne Rasch present a number of techniques used in the faking of new or partially new Vienna Regulator cases using original clocks as examples.  The marriage of movements that are not original to their cases are prevalent in Vienna Regulators, and methods of detection of these marriages are discussed.  The video presents eleven tips for identification of fakes and marriages from a detailed examination of a clock's photograph.  Six small and miniature clocks are shown in operation, four of which are outstanding examples from the Biedermeier Period.

657.  VHS & DVD- NAWCC CHAPTER 8, NEW ENGLAND - 7^TH ANNUAL SYMPOSIUM, 1996
Part 1:     Jason G. Gauthier - The History of Interchangeable Parts
C. Clark Julius - Masonic Emblems on Watches and Clocks  (2 hr. 11 min.)

658.  VHS & DVD- NAWCC CHAPTER 8, NEW ENGLAND - 7^TH ANNUAL SYMPOSIUM, 1996
Part 2:     Ward H. Francillon - Tall Clock Dial Chronology for Wooden Works Movements Snowden Taylor - The Development of 30-Hour Wooden Tall Clock Movements  (2 hr. 22 min.)

659.  VHS & DVD- RESTORATION OF WOOD FINISHES, by James Mihalcik (50)
This video was recorded at the 1996 Eastern States Regional in Syracuse, NY, during a workshop on Restoration of Wood Finishes by Jim Mihalcik.  Jim, with a family background of furniture building and finishing, is a well-known restorer in the area.  He demonstrates the technique of French polishing to remove and restore unsightly defects and/or blemishes in clock case finishes.  As he points out, the value of the clock will, in nearly all situations, be increased greatly by one or two hours of work.  Rather than use materials available only to the commercial furniture restorer, he is very careful to identify and use materials that can be purchased at your corner hardware store.

660.  A COMPLETE OVERHAUL OF THE ATMOS CLOCK, by Tony Montefusco (80)
The Atmos Clock videotape by Tony Montefusco, FL, covers servicing tool requirements; complete disassembly; common specific repairs such as poising and suspension spring replacement, bellows replacement; cleaning; reassembly; and adjustments to the Models 526, 528 and some versions of the 540 Jaeger Le Coultre Atmos Clocks.  Included is a reference to a catalog and service highlights pamphlet and its source.  In two parts totaling one hour and twenty minutes.  

661. VHS & DVD- E. C. BREWSTER'S EARLY AMERICAN SPRING DRIVEN CLOCKS, by Nick Bonura (44)
This 44-minute videotape is by Nick Bonura, LA, and deals with E. C. Brewster's Early American Spring Driven Clocks.  It shows the development of the movements and related identifying features for the E. C. Brewster clocks as well as for the Brewster and Ingraham models. 

662A.  VHS & DVD- MISSION MYTH WALL CLOCKS,  by James West (30)

662B.  VHS & DVD- MISSION WALL CLOCKS,  by James West (34)
Program #662A, Part 1, Mission Myth Wall Clocks and Part 2, Mission Wall Clocks deal with two aspects of Mission Style Wall Clocks.  First, the Myth regarding the origins and development locales of Mission style Clocks (about 1900 to 1920) is exploded, and the real story is told and illustrated.  Part 2 takes a look at the Mission Style Clocks produced by major American Manufacturers/Assemblers, with style characteristics and technical developments serving as identifiers. 

663.  VHS & DVD- ALARM CLOCKS--FUN AND FUNCTIONAL, by Paul and Ursula Metsker (32)
This program provides a good look at many automated alarm clocks.  The makers and dates of manufacture are provided in most cases.  This program is recommended for use by Chapters as a very entertaining and informative presentation.

664.  VHS & DVD- RESTORATION OF POT METAL AND BRONZE CLOCKS AND STATUES, by Richard Michael (35)
This program starts out by describing the terms pot metal, white metal, and bronze as well as discussing the desirability and availability of the various clocks and statues.  The author describes in detail the methods of restoring the external finish of the statue metal to provide a suitable finish.  He also describes a method of repair and/or replacing missing parts of the statues.  The video does not show any of the actual restoration process but does include some restored pieces.

669. 

CANADIAN RAILROAD TIME SYSTEM, by Iain Cleator (49)
In this presentation, recorded at the 17^th NAWCC Seminar, Dr. Cleator discusses time transmission, Canadian time zones and timekeepers unique to Canadian railways.  Many of the watches and clocks so used were made in the United States specifically for Canadian railway use.  He discusses the importance of standardization of time over the four and a half time zones.  Master clocks as well as slave clocks were used, and the use of the telegraph which followed the rail lines was essential.  Links between the Canadian Pacific and ocean steamers required the development of chronometers specific to colder climates in the North.  Although many of the timepieces used will be readily recognized by American collectors, there were many important style changes in the dials and cases. 

      TIMEKEEPING IN THE LONDON UNDERGROUND, by David Burton (73)
In this presentation, recorded at the 17^th NAWCC Seminar, Mr. Burton traces the development of the London Underground's timekeeping system from 1860, when many small railway companies were organized, to the present.  In this presentation, David examines the range of influences that led to various timekeeping systems being adopted by different Underground lines and charts the progress of the technology involved.  He discusses the way in which well-known products were adapted to the needs of the Underground and were incorporated into its standard system.  He also gives an insight into the department that was set up by the London Transport to maintain over 2500 timepieces.

670. SERVICING THE CHELSEA SHIPS BELL CLOCK, by Tony Montefusco (40)
An informative and interesting demonstration of the disassembly and reassembly of the Chelsea Model #4L mechanical clock movement with ships bell strike.  Tony explains what the components are, what they do and how the bell timing is derived from normal time striking.  He also explains how ships bells are used to time activities on board ships.
If time is of the essence, the forty minute videotape can be shortened to about 29 and a half minutes by stopping the tape at the point where the clock is back together and in its case which is the beginning of a twelve minute segment on Tony's Chelsea collection and pictures of more clocks in the Chelsea Ships Bell line.

671. LOST AT SEA:  THE SEARCH FOR LONGITUDE, by NOVA. (60)
Before global positioning systems, modern map making--even before America was America--the concept of longitude was just a dream.  Without its guidance, navigation in the 1700s was both unpredictable and deadly…until one man solved the mystery.  Richard Dreyfuss narrates this dramatic recreation of longitude's difficult birth, and the remarkable history-making life of a humble, ingenious country carpenter named John Harrison. Broadcast TV quality.

672. SECRETS OF LOST EMPIRES:  STONEHENGE, by NOVA.(60)
NOVA sends archeologist Julian Richards, engineer Mark Whitby, and Stonemason Roger Hopkins (of This Old House) on a mission:  to move, raise, and cap a Stonehenge-like structure, armed only with Stone Age tools.  Will they and their band of volunteers succeed--using clever techniques such as a timber track for transport or a sliding counterweight for tipping a huge stone into its hole? Broadcast Television quality.

673.  SECRETS OF LOST EMPIRES:  OBELISK,  by NOVA. (60)
When a bunch of engineers, scholars, and craftsmen come together to figure out how Egypt's massive obelisks were erected, there's bound to be some disagreement.  NOVA puts Egyptologist Mark Lehner, stonemason Roger Hopkins (of This Old House), and other experts to the challenge, testing out various theories involving a temporary sandbox, a giant counterweight, a gradually built-up ramp, a slowly sliding sled, levers, pulleys, ropes--and the giddy enthusiasm of hundreds of local helpers who lend their monumental efforts to the task.  Broadcast quality Television quality.

674.  1940 FACTORY FOOTAGE, by the E. Ingraham Company, Bristol, CT. Vintage film quality  (46)
In 1940 the E. Ingraham Company filmed the factory's operations.  Edward Ingraham later deposited the film in the American Clock and Watch Museum's library.  The Museum has transferred this film to video.

675.  CLOCK REPAIR FOR THE BEGINNER,  by Tony Montefusco (56)
An informative and interesting demonstration of the disassembly, cleaning, re-assembly, and trouble shooting of an American kitchen clock; great for the beginner using inexpensive tools which are easily obtainable.

†676.  CALENDAR CLOCKS, by M. R. Shunk (28)
A variety of calendar clocks from companies such as Ithaca, Seth Thomas, Southern Calendar Clock Co., National Calendar Clock Co., & many others.  Some dark slides. Recommended for individual  viewing only.

†677.  BEHIND THE DIAL #9, THE CLASSIC ENGLISH LANTERN CLOCK, by George Peterson (45)
The history and mechanics of English lantern clocks.  A brief history of early English clockmaking is also included.  Some dark slides. Recommended for small group and individual viewing only.

†678.  A COLLECTION OF MINIATURE CLOCKS--EUROPEAN,  by Jane and Lloyd Porter (21)
Unusually small carriage clocks from the collection of Jane Porter. Good slides. Recommended for group and individual viewing.

†679.  ALL YOU EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT OGs BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK,  by Earl McHugh (25)
A brief history about Chauncey Jerome and his OG clocks.  Shown are some examples of clocks from the collections of members of Chapter #13, comparing size and variety in the OG style of clock. Slides lack detail. Individual use only.

†680.  AMERICAN WALL HANGING SECONDS BEAT REGULATORS, by Dorothy and Glen Marsh (29)
Shown are a variety of large regulators from the collections of Chapter #4 members.  Companies such as New Haven, Waterbury, Ansonia, Seth Thomas, Welch, and Howard are shown.  Shown are some of the different escapements used on these regulators with compensated pendulums.   All of these clocks beat seconds. Some dark slides. Individual use only.

†681.  DVD & VHS- EARLY BATTERY CLOCKS,  by Glenn Marsh (32)
Deals with five major companies which made battery clocks and compares their products.  1. Reason (Murday) 1910, England.  2.  Eureka (Kutnow) 1920, England.  3.  LeRoy (Fery) 1920, France.  4.  Bulle, 1920, France.  5.  Barr (Poole) 1932, American.   Some slides loss detail. Recommended for small group and individual viewing only.

†682.  DVD & VHS- ELI TERRY, CONNECTICUT CLOCKMAKER,  by W. L. Wadleigh, Jr. (27)
Highlights of Eli Terry's career and his competitor's activities.  Shown are his first five models and their differences.  Featured is the 1816 patent for his box clock through his mass-produced shelf clock.  Stressed is his importance on the clockmaking business in Connecticut. Some slides loss detail. Recommended for small groups and individual use.

†683.  DIAL REPAINTING, by Jim West (23)
Repainting an OG dial.  Step-by-step procedures are shown including:  making a copy of dial, removing old paint, spraying dial white, penciling in dial face, inking in dial face, spraying dial clear.  Supplies needed to complete job are listed. Good slides. Recommended for group and individual viewing.

†684.  DVD & VHS- IN THE WORKS,  by Henry Horne and Lloyd Porter (39)
Illustrates three basic repairs on a single train movement:  replace pivot, rebush, replace or repair bent or broken teeth.  Shows cleaning the movement and checking the beat with an inexpensive amplifier.   
 
†685.  DVD & VHS- DAVID BOYCE'S BACKYARD TOWER CLOCK,  by David Boyce and Lloyd Porter (20)
The procedures of moving a Howard tower clock from a church tower to a back yard.  Included are the steps in constructing the tower, some of the materials used and a look at the parts. Good slides. Individual use only.

686.  VHS & DVD- RUNNING A RAILROAD ON TIME:  1996 JAMES ARTHUR LECTURE,  by Dr. R. Bartky (75)
In this excellent overview of the history of railroad timekeeping, Ian exposes such myths as the 1892 Kipton, Ohio, train accident having been caused by a slow-running watch and that formal watch inspections and certification had already been in place since at least 1853. Interesting lecture, history, and story. Story in two parts. Group and individual use.

687.  VHS & DVD- HISTORY OF THE WATCHMAKERS LATHE (PART I),  by William Muir and WATCHMAKERS LATHE ACCESSORIES (PART II),  by Stephen Lebduska  (59) Interesting material. Recommended for group and individual use
Bill's very thorough presentation of a number of different watchmakers' lathes--an unnamed Swiss, the Bottum, Daniels, Stark, and Hart--is complemented by Stephen's comprehensive discussion of various different lathe accessories--collets, slide rests, milling attachments, and pivot polishers.  Interesting program. Group and individual use.

688. REPAIRING & ADJUSTING THE HERMLE FLOATING BALANCE CHIME MOVEMENT, by Tony Montefusco (59)
This informative program presents a systematic process for servicing these movements.  Tony gives a detailed explanation and rationale for all his techniques for disassembly, cleaning, polishing, reassembly, testing and adjusting.  He provides many shortcuts which will be a time-saver for anyone servicing these units. Some detail hard to see.  Individual .

689. TIME, THE UNDERLYING ORDER, by the National Watch and Clock Museum (17)
This professionally produced video provides an introduction to your journey through time at the new National Watch and Clock Museum.  A must-see for anyone who has not visited the new museum. Group and individual use.

†690.  DVD & VHS- THE EXHIBITS OF THE 1972 CONVENTION AT JACKSON, MS, by Lloyd Porter (26)
This tape showcases some of the fine items on display at the Convention.  It also includes footage of some of the NAWCC officers who attended the meeting. Interesting clock  presentation; however, the slides are dark and with hard-to-see detail. Recommended for individual use.

†691.  DVD & VHS- CARRIAGE CLOCKS, by O. B. Frye & Chapter #46 (17)
This tape shows carriage clocks from the collections of members of Chapter #46. Slides do not show detail and some are dark. There is a faint slide beep. Recommended for individual viewing.

†692.  MINIATURE AMERICAN CLOCKS, by W. L. Wadleigh, Jr. (22)
This tape deals with scaled-down versions of the larger clocks. Good information with some rare clocks presented.  Faint slide change noise. Recommended for group and individual viewing.

†693.  A NEW ENGLAND COLLECTION, CIRCA 1950, by W. L. Wadleigh, Jr. (27)
A variety of clocks from the collection of Art and Millie Bloom are shown.  This also features a brief history of some of the early New England clock makers. Good slide presentation of some interesting clocks. Group and individual viewing.

†694.  THE LANGMAID COLLECTION, by Norman Langmaid and Lloyd Porter (27).
A showcase of interesting clocks, with an emphasis on skeleton clocks, that was photographed in June 1972. The slides, however, are hard to see and lack good detail. Recommended for individual viewing.

†695.  WELCH CLOCKS, by Dorothy & Glenn Marsh (30)
The empire of E. N. Welch, the most prominent and wealthiest man in the Connecticut area during the 19^th century.  The clocks are from the collections of the members of Chapter #69. Very interesting material. Some slide detail difficult to see. Recommended for small groups and individual use.

†696.  EXHIBITS OF THE NORTHWEST REGIONALS, by Lloyd Porter (30)
Many varieties of clocks exhibited at the Northwest Regionals, both European and American. Dark, hard-to-see slides throughout Recommended for small groups and individual use.

†697.  RESTORATION OF THE WILLARD HOUSE & CLOCK SHOP, by Dr. Roger W. Robinson (40)
Shows some of the steps taken to restore a much-neglected historical home.  Shows the interior of the building after restoration and describes the clocks and contents.  Interesting story, with good slides of the House; however, the clock slides are dark and hard to see. Recommended for individual viewing only.

†698.  AN OUTSTANDING WESTERN COLLECTION, by Lloyd Porter (40)
Interesting mechanical varieties of European clocks.  Other data such as maker, date, escapement type, and size are given.  Hard-to-see slide detail.  Individual use.

†699.  WATCHES, by W. F. Meggers & J. J. Shaffer (36)
An introduction to the pocket watch, illustrating the most common escapements, how they work and why some are better timekeepers than others.  Interesting material for beginners, but with hard-to-see slides lacking detail. Recommended for small groups and individual viewing.

700.  SERVICING THE MODERN POCKET WATCH, by Jack Kurdzionak (65) AWI studio produced and edited.
Features Jack Kurdzionak cleaning, assembling, lubricating and adjusting a modern Swiss-made, 17-jewel, mechanical watch using lubricants and procedures recommended by the ETA Training Center in Grenchen, Switzerland. Good quality production. Recommended for small group and individual viewing .

701.  VHS & DVD- FOUR GENERATIONS OF WATCHCASE MAKING: A PROFILE OF MARTIN MATTHEWS, Professionally produced in the UK by Barbara  Darby (73)
Demonstrates the steps in the construction a traditional watch case, including the operation of a Bow Lathe (c1750), Boxwood chucking of precious metals, Holtzapfel Treadle Lathe (c1815), tube making using a Drawbench (c1800), Rose Engine, and straight line turning. Interesting use of vintage tools. Recommended for Group and individual use.

702.  VHS & DVD- THE LIFE AND TIMES OF LEWIS EBERHARDT, by Chris H. Bailey (61)
A 1998 NAWCC Williamsburg, VA Seminar presentation covering Eberhardt’s clockmaking career, the products and techniques he employed to create his tall clocks, and examples of several clocks he produced. Filmed and edited by the National Program Committee. Recommended for individual viewing.

703.  VHS & DVD- WASHINGTON STYLE WATCHMAKING, by Michael C. Harrold (75 min.)
A 1998 NAWCC Williamsburg, VA Seminar presentation on the activities of Washington area watchmakers, Jacob Kerr and Jason Hopkins, the evolution of the American watch industry until the time of the development of the dollar watch, the economics of mass watch production and distribution, including mail ordering; and concludes with graphs detailing the activity of the industry from 1870-1930, and facts about the Ingersoll brothers. Filmed and edited by the National Program Committee. Recommended for individual use only.

704.  VHS & DVD- SOUTHERN CLOCK CASES AND FURNITURE, by Jonathan Prown (65)
A 1998 NAWCC Williamsburg, VA Seminar presentation that covers not only the cultural context in which the Southern clock and furniture makers worked, but also provides examples of their works, including movements and design features unique to Southern clocks, and the innovations they made. Filmed and edited by the National Program Committee. Recommended for individual viewing only.

705.  VHS & DVD- EXPLORATION OF CONNECTICUT CLOCKS TO THE SOUTH, by Snowden Taylor (73)
A 1998 NAWCC Williamsburg, VA Seminar presentation which not only covers the business practices, methods of distribution and sale of clocks in the South by early clockmakers from Connecticut, but it also shows the details of many of these movements and their case style. Filmed and edited by the National Program Committee. Individual use only

706.  VHS & DVD- CONSERVATION AND SCIENTIFIC ANALYSIS OF VIENNA REGULATOR CASES, by Bob Tjaden (60) and REPAIR AND RESTORATION OF HIGH GRADE MOVEMENTS by Richard Cox (52)
Two 1999 NAWCC Minneapolis, MN seminar presentations—the one utilizing slides of Vienna regulators, wood samples, and repair and replacement part techniques in conjunction with a discussion of clock case construction, wood identification, adhesives, castings, scientific determination of finish and wood identification, and cleaning methods and waxes used in restoration, and the other covering the methods utilized in the restoration of a Vienna regulator movement, via the showing of slides, as well as actual clocks which were made. Filmed and edited by the National Program Committee. Recommended for individual viewing only.

707.  VHS & DVD- An adaptation of Dava Sobel's book LONGITUDE (200)with two parallel stories, one about rural clockmaker John Harrison's 40 year struggle to claim the Longitude prize with his ingenious marine clock, and the other about the Great war veteran Rupert Gould's devotion, 200years later, to restoring Harrison's long-neglected mechanical masterpieces. A&E broadcast quality. Ships in a four-tape box. Highly recommended. Requires additional $3.00 to insure the set for $100.00.

708. Modern Marvel Clocks (50) 
A documentary covering the history of timekeeping from Stonehenge to the developmental the atomic clock and Swatch watches, with individual pieces shown from the Time Museum, the Getty Museum and Huntington Art collections , along with film footage from the National Archives. History Channel Broadcast quality. Highly recommended.

709.  “LEARN TO TURN,” by Robert J. Tascione (140)
Discusses different types of lathes, what to look for in a lathe, what tools to use with the lathe, and how the lathe and tools are used for obtaining the best results. Interesting subject and clear, bright slides. Group and individual  viewing.

†710.  EUROPEAN PUBLIC CLOCKS, by Albert Odmark (43)
Covers a large number of clocks throughout Europe and England, ranging in age from 50 BC until 1977, with the most well known being the Tower of Winds water clock in Athens, and the Salisbury and Westminster clocks in England. Slides lack detail. Recommended for individual viewing only.

†711.  INGERSOLL AND OTHER DOLLAR WATCHES, by Ralph Witmer (37)
Shows examples of dollar watches, including the first watch sold by Ingersoll, with Ansonia, Waterbury, and New Haven also being represented, along with advertising and exposition watches. Slides lack detail. Recommended for individual viewing only.

†712.  OLD DOMINION CLOCK TREASURY, by Robert Draucker (27)
Shows original, but not rare clocks from the collections of Chapter 34 members.

713.  CLOCK REPAIR COURSE, by Robert J. Tascione (5 videotapes, each approx. 30 minutes)
 (TAPES MUST BE BORROWED SEPARATELY; LIMIT: TWO TAPES PER LOAN)

 (1) Discusses the differences between 30 hr. and 8 day clock mainsprings, and the use and function of the pendulum; (2) how to let down the mainsprings and to determine if a new one is needed; (3) how to remove and replace the cap and mainsprings from a barrel, clean a movement, polish the pivot, and bush a bad pivot hole; (4) how to use the bushing tool and straighten teeth and the escape wheel and also oil the mainspring and reassemble and oil the movement, with explanations of the different escapements and the motion or time train; (5) and how to use the run/test stand, and set the beat, with explanations of the strike train, and reassembling the complete movement. Very good camera shots, and the various procedures are well explained. . Interesting subject and clear, bright slides. Group and individual use.

714.  POCKET WATCH COURSE, by Robert J. Tascione (6 videotapes, each approx. 60 minutes)
 (TAPES MUST BE BORROWED SEPARATELY; LIMIT: TWO TAPES PER LOAN)

 (1) Discusses disassembling a lever set watch, including jewels, with an explanation of the tools needed; (2) how to remove mainsprings, balance/hairsprings and rollers, and clean parts, including the balance, and also clean and replace the mainspring and hairspring; (3) continuation of reassembling and demagnetizing the hairspring; (4) how to use staking tools and staff the balance; (5) what to look for in a high-grade roller table and how to replace the balance staff; (6) removal and replacement of the bow and crown, and setting the  crown. Very good camera shots, and the various procedures are well
explained. Interesting subject and clear, bright slides. Recommended for group and individual use.

†715.  TOWER CLOCKS OF AMERICA, by Dr. Joseph G. Baier. (38)
Views of movements as well as towers, and discussion of escapements. Good overview and general history of tower clocks and the companies that made them. Includes some anecdotes of his personal experiences exploring tower clocks.

†716.  TOWER CLOCKS OF SOUTH CENTRAL TEXAS, by Jim West (21)

†717.  TOWER CLOCK DISPLAY: BUFFALO CONVENTION, 1989, by Jim West (16)
Shows the many fine tower and street clock movements that were on display at the Convention. They have been excellently restored; and to have had so many in one location made this display most unusual.

718. Repairing Eight-Day American Striking Clocks by Steven Conover (33)
This video is ideal for beginning Clock repair students. Follow along as Steven works on movements in his workshop. This video shows the complete strike cycle and how each part works. I addition it teaches how to let down the main-spring safely, use the spring winder to uncoil the mainspring,disassemble a movement and much more.This is a quality video.

719. Crystal Regulators-History, theory, design,and repair- by Bernie Tekippe (58)
This program was recorded at the Mid-South regional on Sept 3,2000. Mr. Recipe explores the various movement designs and gear configurations developed by clock companies in the United States, France, and England. He gives opinions on estimating, repairing and dealing with clock owners. Mr. Tekippe provides a step by step procedure for diagnosing what is wrong with a non-operating unit. He very descriptively provides a method of diagnosing and repairing Brocot escapements, commonly used on Crystal Regulators. He concludes his presentation with a discussion of the pendulum swing and its effect on the accuracy of timekeeping. He then presents and attempts to develop a more accurate timekeeper that compensates for circular error. This program presents a wealth of information on movement design and repair presented in an easy to understand manner.

720. Railroad Time Service Inspection-By Kent Singer (60)
This program was recorded at the Mid-South Regional Sept 3, 2000 and is a presentation on the evolution of time service rules. Mr. singer also discusses in detail the timekeeping practices of railroads from 1830 to the 1950s. The presentations enhanced by many detailed slides of watches that show the design features used in manufacturing railroad grade watches. Recommended for small group and individual viewing.

721. Servicing the Modern Grandfather clock (70) 
Andy Anderson demonstrates his techniques for servicing the modern grandfather clock--SLIGH, HOWARD MILLER,and RIDGEWAY--in the home. Program made at the Dearborn regional in 1993. Not recommended for group viewing. 

722. The Atmos Clock--History and Mechanics. (72) 
Reviews the history of the Atmos clock including slides of early prototype clocks. Shows slides of the factory production line in Switzerland, including clocks that sell for $150,000. Presents an overview of the mechanics of this unique clock. Gives very worthwhile tips and discusses prices and values of clocks and parts. This isn't a step by step repair video, but a must see for anyone interested in Atmos clocks. Recommended for small groups and individual viewing.

733. INTERNET FOR GROWNUPS- by  John R. Levine (80)
A worthwhile introduction to the internet. Primarily for Beginners only. The Author/Moderator wrote The Internet for Dummies. Recommended for small group and individual use.

734. A PRECISION PENDULUM CLOCK- by Robert Matthys (45)
A conversation and demonstration with Robert Matthys regarding the many experiments necessary to develop his unique Precision Floor Clock. This program is not for everyone, but is a must for those interested in the technical detail and the amount of effort required to design a Precision clock. Recommended for individual use.

735. CLOCK DIAL REFINISHING- by Mike Harasuik (58)
This presentation gives the viewer a very detailed explanation and visual account of how to restore a worn dial. Mike Harasuik demonstrates the techniques he uses for re-inking worn Roman numerals and Chapter Rings on a painted white dial. A worksheet listing materials and the process in included with the tape. Borrowers of the tape may copy the worksheet for future reference.

740. DVD & VHS- English Bracket Clocks by Dennis Radage (45)
 Dennis uses his personal collection to provide a tour-de-force of English bracket Clocks including cases, decorations, dials, gilding, spandrels,castings, hands,movement & makers.Slides are of the highest quality.Must see classic presentation.

741. The Apostles Clock by Marvin DeBoy (45)
This is a very unusual, one of a kind, grandfather like clock, built by Myles Hughes over 35 years from 1881--1916. It was presented to the Buffalo County Museum in 1923. Marvin describes it's many functions and how they operate. It is little technical for some viewers, but very interesting to the craft builder and those seeking technical detail. Recommended for individual

742. Baird Advertising clocks by Jerry Maltz (20) 1999 ESR in Syracuse.
 A very interesting review of the wonderful display of Baird Clocks  at the 1999 Regional. Approximately 25 Baird clocks are discussed-many of them rare. Jerry reviews the history of the company and the many changes made over the years. A must see program by THE Baird expert.

743.  ADJUSTING 400 DAY CLOCKS . by Joe Rabuska (61)
 Joe covers the most important adjustments procedures using good illustrations. After each adjustment, he leads a very good question & answer session that brought additional worthwhile tips & suggestions. Very effective!. Video has some minor color, sound & focus problems but overall an excellent program. Recommended for small group and individual viewing.

744. CIRCLE OF TIME by Elgin Historical Society. (53)
 Tells the story of the famous Elgin National Watch Company of Elgin, Illinois. A company that produced 60,000,000 watches before WW II and dominated the industry during that time. This interesting film is as much about the Town of Elgin as it is about the watch company. Professionally produced and filmed. No technical detail. Recommended for small group and individual viewing.

756. The Howard Clock Building by Steve Adams (32)
A tour of the old Howard Clock Building in Waltham Massachusetts just before its deconstruction in 1999. The tour by Steve Adams, preserves the building in its state just days before the end. The tour begins in the basement and ascends to the roof, following form and function along the way. Professionally recorded by Nescon Production.

756D. Same program as above only available in DVD.

757. DVD & VHS- THE AMERICAN HALL CLOCK & ITS BRITISH CONNECTION by Tom Spittler (80)
This is a video of Tom's 80 slide talk which details the invention of the tubular bell hall clock in Coventry England and its almost immediate spread to America. case styles popular in England and Europe ,those styles sold in both England and America, and theses styles unique to America are presented.. The facts reviewed cover the patents that controlled the industry and made several men rich. In the end the product cheapen to appeal to the masses and patent control was lost. A very interesting and detailed program covering what are likely the biggest and best hall Clocks ever made. Also available in side/audio tape.

770. DVD & VHS- The Hamilton Watch Company. (44) by Rene Rondeau.
This excellent program covers company history and shows many interesting innovations in watch and case styles. Very well done by the 'expert on Hamilton watches.

771. The Craft and Ingenuity of the Salem Bridge Clock by Dr. Joseph Arvay (50)
This is another classic exhibition from the Eastern States Regional in Syracuse.
Joe Arvay presents the most complete display ever offered of Salem Bridge clocks, from the invention by Eli Terry, to the production models by his apprentice Heman Clark and his successors. Included are nearly half of the know surviving models of the Curtis & Clark 8-day spring-driven shelf clock .

772. Lubrication by Mel Kaye.(50)
Mel begins his History of Lubrication with the Cave dwellers oily discoveries . He expertly leads the viewer through the ages up to the modern synthetic lubricants. Very useful background information with superb history and contemporary lubrication techniques.

773. Navigation and Timekeeping for the 18th Century by Fred Powell. (42)
Fred presents a humorous look at early mariners hit & miss navigational techniques over the last 500 years. He reviews the importance of Horology in navigation.

774. The Invention of the Pendulum Clock by Dr David S. Goodman (42)
An interesting look at the history and people involved with the invention of the pendulum.

775.DVD & VHS-  Herschede Clock Company by Randy Thatcher ( 55)
Randy, owner/president since 1992, gives a very informative lecture on the past, present and future of the Herschede Clock Company

776. DVD & VHS- Disassembly & Reassembly of a Swiss Watch Movement by Ken Pell (50)
This is very effective PowerPoint program demonstrating showing the logical steps and techniques for disassembling and reassembling a Swiss watch movement.

777. THE LILITZ MATCHMAKING PROGRAM by Hermann Myer (90)
This PowerPoint presentation focuses on a unique process for making "missing watch parts". Also, two students from the school give practical demos of watch parts they made as part of their studies. Very interesting for the watchmaker but the sound does suffer due to the high background noise. Recommended for individual viewing only.

778. SERVICING THE MODERN URGOS CABLE WOUND TRIPLE CHIME MOVEMENT by Tony Montefusco (40)
Tony provides a complete service call on this movement. He disassembles, cleans, services including bushing and reassembles. He provides many valuable tips along the way. Recommended for individual viewing only.

779. DVD & VHS- Electric and Self - Winding Clocks and Exhibit by J. Rodney King 80 minutes
This is a presentation on the history of electric and self winding clocks including design evolution and the individuals who developed them. The discussion touches on the uniqueness of these time-pieces and their contribution to horology. Physical examples of these types of clocks are shown during the lecture. A 17 minute tour of the electric clock exhibit by Mr. King gives the viewer a good overview of electric clock development.

780. DVD & VHS- Wheel and Pinion Cutting Workshop by Richard Cox 54 minutes
Richard Cox presents a slide show on a variety of wheel and pinion cutting techniques that has been his business for many years. He shows examples of worn out wheels and the process of making the replacement finished product. He concludes showing some of his techniques for silver dial restoration.

781. DVD & VHS- Statuary Clocks by Dick Michael 46 minutes
Dick Michael discusses what to look for in buying, selling and collecting statue clocks. Composition of metals used in statue clocks is discussed, emphasizing the difference between bronze and white metal. Clues in identifying the metals used in statue clocks are given.

782. DVD & VHS- WATCHES--How to Buy & What to Avoid by Dan Nied 50 minutes
Dan Nied presents the viewers with a tutorial on how to buy a pocket watch in the mart room and how to avoid pitfalls. Dan covers the basic criteria in watch collecting, especially for the beginning collector.

783. DVD & VHS- Pocket Watch Escapements by Jack Heisler 59 minutes
Jack Heisler discusses the evolution of a variety of pocket watch escapements and their advantages and disadvantages. The viewers will see a slow motion computer animation of many of the escapements.

784. DVD & VHS- Connoisseurship, Identification, Research and Evaluation of Clocks & Watches by J. C. Cohen 1 hour 41 minutes
This presentation gives the viewer a methodology on evaluating and pricing antique clocks. The evaluation exemplifies specific problems a time-piece may have and how each of these issues affect the overall price of the clock. Reference documents are also discussed.

785. DVD & VHS- Atkins Collection by Phil Gregory 55 minutes
Phil Gregory lectures on clock manufacturing by Irenus Atkins. The lecture, augmented by slides, covers the company chronology and pattern of relationships in Bristol's clock manufacturing community.

786. DVD & VHS- Atkins Collection Exhibit- A Walking Tour by Phil Gregory & Robert King Atkins 43 minutes
This exhibit, narrated by Phil Gregory and Robert King, is a comprehensive tour of the clocks made by Irenus. The exhibit has clocks of virtually every case style and movement design that were made by Atkin's companies and partnerships

787. DVD & VHS- Vienna Clock Exhibit by George Poole and Richard Cox 41 minutes
George Poole and Richard Cox describe the various styles, construction features and historical facts about a wide variety of Vienna Regulators and other German Clocks.

788. DVD & VHS- Oklahoma City NAWCC Convention Exhibits 43 minutes
This tape consists of segments showing items on exhibit at the 2004 NAWCC National Convention in Oklahoma City. Pocket watches from Oklahoma, an exhibit of rare swingers, blinking eye clocks, horological scarves and ties and a large display of novelty clocks, featuring Lux clocks.

789. DVD & VHS- THE ENGLISH LONGCASE CLOCK by Dennis A. Radage 65 minutes
Dennis Radage shows slides and discusses introduction, development and decline of the English Longcase Clock. The various components and styles will be discussed along with dating techniques.

790. Pre-Porter Wooden Tall Clocks-Terry's Contemporaries & Their Products, a Comparison. by Ward Francilon (67)
In this presentation, recorded at the 18th annual NAWCC seminar, Ward begins with a brief survey of activities of a few early post-revolutionary makers of wooden movement tallclocks. He then presents a detailed comparison of Eli Terry's major competitors and their technology.

791. The Clock Designs of Elias Ingraham by Joyce Wahler (68)
In this presentation, recorded at the 18th annual NAWCC Seminar, Joyce covers the period of Elias Ingraham's clock and clock case design, from 1827 to 1885. She presents biographical details of his life and shows many of his popular designs and patents.

792. DVD & VHS- Electric Clock Repairs by Marty Swetsky (63)
This video includes many and varied concepts. Marty speaks of the "New" ideas presented in early clocks as well as mechanical functions necessary to keep proper time. This includes electromechanical and electromagnetic action. He talks about Tiffany never wind ( Torsion Pendulum). the Bulle clock and the Poole & Barr (Hipp Toggle). In Marty's opinion the three most commonly found electric clocks.

793. Eli Terry, "Porter Contract, Circa 1806". Demonstration by George Bruno. Time, (36) This video captures the essence of how Eli Terry used relatively simple jigs and fixtures to fulfill the Porter Contract. This includes how wooden gears were cut, wooden plates made and wooden pinions cut - mass production st