Grandfather clocks with tubular bells hanging in the cases originated in the last quarter of the 19th century and were affordable only to wealthy buyers. Demand dropped with the Great Depression of the 1930's. One company, Herschede, manufactured its tubular bell clocks entirely in the U.S. until 1984. Tubular bell clocks are still made today with German movements, although they are not as popular as they were in the early 20th century. The book covers...