Railroad Timekeeping – NAWCC 27th Annual Seminar, Rockford, Ill Edited by James Hernick 1996

Product Description

A specialized and highly informative publication, Railroad Timekeeping captures the proceedings of the 27th Annual Seminar hosted by the National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors (NAWCC) in Rockford, Illinois. Edited by respected horological scholar James Hernick, this volume offers valuable insight into the precision standards, historical development, and operational importance of timekeeping within the railroad industry.

Railroad timekeeping played a critical role in the safe and efficient operation of trains, making accurate watches essential tools for conductors and engineers. This seminar publication explores that legacy through expert discussions, making it a desirable reference for collectors, historians, and horology enthusiasts alike.

Specifications

• Title: Railroad Timekeeping – NAWCC 27th Annual Seminar
• Editor: James Hernick
• Publisher: National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors (NAWCC)
• Publication Year: 1996
• Language: English
• Pages: 68
• Binding: Softcover
• Size: 11” x 8.5” x 0.25”

Condition

Very good condition. Clean pages with light handling wear consistent with age. A well-preserved copy suitable for both reference and collection.

Why This Book Matters

• Focused study on railroad-grade timekeeping standards
• Produced by the NAWCC, a leading authority in horology
• Valuable resource for watch collectors and historians
• Scarce seminar publication with limited print circulation

Perfect For

• Railroad watch collectors
• Horology enthusiasts
• NAWCC members and researchers
• Antique watch dealers and scholars