How to Build 35 Great Clocks: Complete with Working Plans, Drawings, and Instructions

Woodworking is my hobby and I really like this book. I find it well written, easy to understand and fun to work from. It is written specifically for the hobbyist woodworker who doesn't have an unlimited budget for expensive tools. The thorough introduction gives a bit of history and then discusses the components needed to make a clock, including movements, hands, faces, and other supplies. It also covers joinery and assembly options. The plans begin with simple plaque style clocks and become more involved with each chapter. The drawings are professionally done, detailed without being "fussy". The instructions are concise and easy to follow. A little bonus is the final chapter on weather stations which gives plans for cases to house barometers and such. I would also like to make some final comments on the few poor reviews that this book has received. As a buyer, if you are unable to choose a book appropriate to your interests, level of expertise or personal tastes; and you are not capable of comprehending the nature of the book before purchasing; and you prefer not to actually read the book, be fair, recognize your own limitations and don't take it out on the book or the author.

I loved this book! Includes a brief history of each design, wide range of plans, from the simple plaque type clock to more complex cabinets. Easily followed directions,detailed drawings, and most importantly - construction can be done with tools from the average home workshop. PS If this isn't what you are looking for, don't blame the author!

I have this book and was looking for other books by Mr. Daniele since I had him as a teacher years ago at Ludlow. One of the best classes I've ever taken. He is a master craftsman with wood and metal, and certainly respected and admired the colonial period. He conveyed this respect to his classes,and through his books, I am able to convey it to my sons. The drawings and instructions are clear and easily used by all levels of woodworker. Lots of photos of finished peices. Ideal for the home hobbiest.

Offers the inexperienced woodworker simple designs with more advanced designs for the experienced woodworker. Especially interesting for those who admire the American colonial period.

Mr. Daniele has a reputation as a true craftsman and historian, he wrote for Early American Life in addition to all those books. This book includes patterns for the beginner as well as the more experienced wood worker. Interesting comments on design throughout. I have all of Daniele's books, his knowledge as a teacher and historian make each a delight to work with, I use them extensively in my classroom.