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 […]
CLOCK 301: The Seth Thomas 124
Often considered one of the most difficult movements to work on, this Westminster chime mantel movement responds very well to restoration when one knows what to watch out for. Included […]
CLOCK 300: Replacing French Hands
This is a deceptively difficult process which involves micro-machining and custom-fitting. Reproduction French hands rarely fit properly and this lesson will cover machining and fitting new hand collets as well […]
CLOCK 281: Arbor & Barrel Hooks
Mainsprings are wound by a hook on the arbor which catches the inner coil of the mainspring When this hook is damaged, it can be an intimidating repair. This class […]
CLOCK 280: Making a Screw
Learn to turn, thread, slot, and heat treat screws to match the style in a vintage clock. This class is not currently scheduled. If you are interested in this class […]
