Dear AWCI members, At the 2022 AWCI Fall Symposium, it was proposed that we, on the Affiliate Chapter Committee, reach out to all AWCI members individually, on a state-by-state basis, […]
AWCI Announces Annual Fall Symposium Grant!
AWCI is proud to announce the first offering of its new annual Fall Symposium grants. Through the generosity of donors, we hope to be able to help subsidize the attendance […]
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Remembering Rudolf Hoellein, CMW21 (1941-2022)
By James Sprague AWCI is mourning the passing of one of its longtime esteemed members. Rudolf Hoellein, CMW21, passed away December 27, 2022. The owner of Rudy’s Watch & Jewelry […]
The Adventures of Alena Diaz
By Kathleen Cardwell While “pivot” is a common term in the world of watchmaking, it’s also heard frequently in corporate boardrooms and entrepreneurs’ offices, when it refers to an adjustment […]
WATCH 432: Advanced Precision Timing
This course will teach high level experienced watchmakers the latest timing techniques and skill set associated with precision timing. You will utilize the latest timing equipment and procedures to efficiently […]
CLOCK 350: Advanced Repivoting
Re-pivoting is an advanced restoration technique which replaces a worn or broken bearing surface (pivot) on the end of a gear shaft. Learn how this can be done using several […]
CLOCK 340: Tooth Replacement
Learn how to identify and repair damaged wheel teeth as well as replacing a tooth when it is too far gone. This class is not currently scheduled. If you are […]
CLOCK 320: Repivoting
Re-pivoting is an advanced restoration technique which replaces a worn or broken bearing surface (pivot) on the end of a gear shaft. Learn how this can be done using several […]
CLOCK 310: The Hermle 1161 Movement
Modern German triple-chime grandfather movements can be quite complicated to set up. this session will discuss in detail how to synchronize the chime and strike trains in the popular Hermle […]
