Technique and History of the Swiss Watch by Jaquet, Eugene and Alfred Chapuis - 1970

New York: Spring Books, 1970. Second Edition, revised and enla. Hardcover. Near Fine/Very Good. First published in 1953, this magisterial survey of horology in Switzerland begins in the 16th and 17th centuries and examines the history and developments in clock-design and repair. A loving and due homage to the Swiss watch. This greatly expanded Second Edition is bound in the publisher's original pale red cloth-covered boards, with still sharp and distinct white lettering to spine. Tall quarto format, measuring 1 1/2" x 9 1/4" in height and width, respectively. This edition adds a new chapter covering developments from 1945 to 1968. 272 pp. with 46 full-color and 190 monochrome plates printed on high-gloss, coated paper, and with an additional 30 text figures. Bright and shiny dust jacket, illustrated, showing only very minor wear, protected by a plastic coat, dust jacket not being price-clipped. Member, I.O.B.A., C.B.A., and adherent to the highest ethical standards. Additional postage may be required for oversize or especially heavy volumes, and for sets.