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Glossary.

The vocabulary of watchmaking. Concise, honest definitions of the terms you'll encounter — from escapements and chronographs to métiers d'art and mainspring barrels. Written for readers who want to understand, not be impressed.

One hundred and ninety-five terms. Alphabetically arranged.

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