The course will teach the student the basics of a modern mechanical modular chronograph. We will also explain in depth how a vertical clutch system works and how this chronograph […]
WATCH 303: Vintage Wristwatches
The purpose of this course is to teach the student the fundamentals of vintage watch repair. Candidates should be proficient with the use of a watchmakers lathe.
WATCH 300: Advanced 21-Rolex Caliber 3035
This course covers the standard operating procedures specific to the Rolex caliber 3035 movement. Prerequisites: CW21, WOSTEP, or other Industry recognized certification or diploma This class is not currently scheduled. […]
WATCH 290: CW21 Preparatory Course
This course is designed to help individuals who have taken courses at AWCI to identify areas in which improvement is still needed and provide them with individualized instruction to help […]
WATCH 252: Threading
Learn the proper use of taps and dies for forming both internal and external threads. Requires the use of a lathe. This class is not currently scheduled. If you are […]
WATCH 251: Making a Hairspring Removal Tool
This handy tool will allow you to remove the new style collets, as well as the older ones, with much less risk. This intense course includes lathe usage, filing, hardening […]
WATCH 250: Essential Micromechanics-The Watchmaker’s Lathe
The purpose of this course is to teach the student basic micromechanics skills and all the basics of operating a watchmaker’s lathe. Emphasis on the Swiss watchmakers lathe and utilization […]
WATCH 241: Repairing Escapement Issues
Learn how to identify and correct power robbing friction in and around the escapement. Making the appropriate checks and corrections can make an otherwise difficult watch much easier to repair […]
WATCH 240: The Swiss Lever Escapement
The purpose of this course is to gain a good theoretical understanding in order to evaluate the condition of the lever escapement and thus proceed with the verification and analysis […]
WATCH 231: Strictly Dynamic Poising
Most short term timing classes only briefly get around to the issue of dynamic poising. This class is strictly focused on nothing but. Learn how to confidently fine tune the […]




