Publisher's Synopsis
The Evolution of Automatic Machinery: As Applied to the Manufacture of Watches at Waltham, Massachusetts by the American Waltham Watch Company is a historical book written by Edward A. Marsh in 1896. The book provides a detailed account of the development of automatic machinery in the manufacturing of watches at the American Waltham Watch Company. The book begins by discussing the history of watchmaking and how it evolved from handcrafted pieces to mass-produced timepieces. It then delves into the specific innovations and advancements made by the American Waltham Watch Company in the late 19th century, including the use of interchangeable parts and automatic machinery. Throughout the book, Marsh provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of the machinery used in the manufacturing process, including lathes, milling machines, and drilling machines. He also discusses the various techniques used to ensure precision and accuracy in the production of watch parts. Overall, The Evolution of Automatic Machinery is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of manufacturing and the development of automatic machinery in the late 19th century. It provides a fascinating look at the innovations and advancements made by the American Waltham Watch Company and their impact on the watchmaking industry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
