A
clockmaker is an
artisan who makes and/or repairs
clocks. Since almost all clocks are now
factory-made, most modern clockmakers only repair clocks. Modern clockmakers may be employed by
jewellers,
antique shops, and places devoted strictly to repairing clocks and watches. Clockmakers must be able to read
blueprints and instructions for numerous types of clocks and time pieces that vary from antique clocks to modern time pieces in order to fix and make clocks or watches. The
trade requires
fine motor coordination as clockmakers must frequently work on devices with small
gears and fine
machinery.
