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SUMMARY:Servicing the Platform Escapement
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Bob Ockenden\, CMC\, retired chief horologist of Chelsea Clocks \nCost: $745 for AWCI members – $895 for non-members \nClass Schedule: 3 days\, Wednesday-Friday\, September 9-11\, 2026\, 8:00 a.m. – 5 p.m. \nThe course is designed around the needs of clockmakers\, who frequently don’t have the training to service the jeweled lever escapement. The class will begin with an understanding of the values and adjustments to proper escapement function. This will include a study of stop motion drawings of the escapement in action\, the definition of terms and functions\, followed by the hands-on portion of the class. The end goal of the course will be the students coming away with the skills to handle all basic services required for this specialty\, as well as an understanding of the more advanced skills needed in more complex restoration projects. \nCourse Objectives \nThe students will dismantle an escapement\, analyze any faults\, and with individual instruction begin to perform operations to include: \n–Hairspring manipulations and adjustments\n–Staff and roller servicing including removal as needed\n–Polishing balance pivots\n–Analyzing locking and sliding or draw action\n–Adjusting banking pins if needed\n–Inspecting and evaluating all jewels\n–Cleaning and lubrication\n–Reassembly and testing\n–As time allows\, poising and truing operations will be covered\n–Timing adjustments using mean time screws and hairspring breathing analysis \nTools needed \n–Large watch movement holder\n–Bench block with various hole sizes\n–Balance tack\n–Watch oilers\n–Assorted tweezers (3c\, 0\, 5 perhaps 2a)\n–Complete set of watchmakers screwdrivers\n–Loupes or optivisor. A10x loupe\n–Rodico\, pegwood and pithwood\n–Small fine Arkansas slip\n–Diamantine paste or powder and oil\n–One dip\n–Small parts trays or containers \nOils\, shellac\, poising tool\, truing caliper\, pallet stone warmer\, roller remover and stakes and balance screw cutter will be provided. Students are free to bring their own escapements they are working on. \nTo register for the course\, contact AWCI Office Manager James Sprague at james@awci.com or at 513-367-9800\, ext. 301.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/platform-escapement-servicing/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:American Gem Society Conclave 2026
DESCRIPTION:Come see our mobile classroom at the American Gem Society’s Conclave 2026! Visit AWCI educational staff\, learn about the organization’s watchmaking and clockmaking courses\, see our state-of-the-art Archie Perkins Mobile Horology Classroom\, attend educational seminars and inquire about our specialty events such as Build a Watch courses\, specific industry-tailored training and more! \n 
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/jck-las-vegas-3-2/
LOCATION:Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate\, 1500 Masters Blvd.\, Championsgate\, FL\, 33896\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Industry Event,Trade Show
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260916T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085958
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SUMMARY:Full Study of the Cuckoo Clock
DESCRIPTION:Class Description: The course will be a full four-day study of both modern and vintage cuckoo clock movements\, including complete takedown and servicing of cuckoo movements\, study of the routines for servicing cuckoo movements and more. \nThe class will be taught by Jerry Faier\, CMC21\, FAWCI\, longtime bench clockmaker. \nClass size is 12 students. To register for the course\, contact AWCI Office Manager James Sprague at james@awci.com or 513-367-9800\, ext. 301. \nFull Study of the Cuckoo Clock \nDate:   September 16-19\, 2026\, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. \nLocation:  AWCI Headquarters\, 701 Enterprise Drive\, Harrison\, Ohio 45030 \nClass cost:  $995 for members\, $1\,145 for non-members.  \nInstructor: Jerry Faier\, CMC21\, FAWCI \n 
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/cuckoo/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260925T170000
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SUMMARY:CW21 Exam
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Fall CW21 Certification Exam Registration is now being accepted.\nAWCI will host CW21 certification at its headquarter September 21-25\, 2026\, offering two core components and all five available elective components during the certification period. As it was during CW21 certification in 2025\, the exam is modular and each component can be taken separately\, or multiple components can be taken at the same time. \nThe two core components that will be available are Precision Timing and Automatic Chronograph\, while the five elective components available to take are Balance Staffing\, Quartz Service\, Case and Bracelet Refinishing\, Water Resistance\, and Micromechanics. \nThose seeking CW21 certification must successfully pass the three core components—the other being Theory\, which is not being offered onsite at AWCI\, but CW21 candidates can take it remotely under the supervision of a proctor and arrangements with AWCI educational staff—and two electives to attain the highly regarded watchmaker certification. \nThe deadline to register for the Fall 2026 CW21 exam round is August 21\, 2026. \nFollowing the Fall exam round\, the AWCI CW21 assessment team will take the following week to assess the candidate exams from both the April and September exams\, prior to the week of the AWCI Fall Symposium\, and then notify those CW21 candidates of their results. \nRegistration cost for the available components is the following:\nCore Components\n\nAutomatic Chronograph: $1\,200\nPrecision Timing: $1\,000\n\nElective Components\n\nBalance Staffing: $800\nQuartz Service: $500\nCase and Bracelet Refinishing: $500\nWater Resistance: $500\nMicromechanics: $500\n\n\n\nPlease review the document’s and information on our website at the following addresses:\nCW21 \n \nWatchmaking standards \n \nBecome a Certified Watchmaker \n \nIf you have questions regarding the CW21 certification exam\, or to register for the CW21 certification exam\, contact AWCI Education Director Jason Champion\, CW21\, at jason@awci.com  or Office Manager James Sprague at james@awci.com
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/cw21-3-3-2-2-2/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Certification,Education
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SUMMARY:The 2026 AWCI Fall Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join us at AWCI Headquarters in Harrison\, Ohio for the 2026 AWCI Annual Fall Symposium October 1-3\, 2026!! \nThis year\, we are celebrating 66 years of AWCI’s contributions to the horological community. We want to welcome you to our headquarters and spend the weekend honoring the past\, celebrating the present\, building for the future\, and maintaining the growing momentum that AWCI has gathered over the past few years! \nIt will be a great time of networking\, learning\, sharing\, socializing and food\, with guest lecturers from across the horological spectrum discussing different areas of horology and expanding your horological horizons\, so don’t miss out! \nThere will also be events for Plus-One attendees\, so bring them along for the fun as well! And don’t forget the amazing food\, which will once again be a staple of this year’s symposium! \nRegistration is limited\, so the sooner you register\, the better! The registration link is below: \nhttps://awci.memberclicks.net/fallsymposium2026 \nWe look very forward to having you at AWCI October 1-3\, 2026\, for what will be a wonderful weekend!
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/the-awci-2026-fall-symposium-2/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate Chapters,Business Meetings,Education,Industry Event,Mobile Classroom,Trade Show
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SUMMARY:Watch 175: Case and Bracelet Refinishing
DESCRIPTION:  \nPolishing a case today requires many skills. Complex case and bracelet designs are common in the marketplace. \nStandardized polishing methods were often not taught in watchmaking schools here in the U.S. until recently. Many watchmakers learned polishing by trial and error or observing the procedures of others. Today’s consumer has high expectations concerning the quality of the watch repair which includes the refinishing of the case and bracelet. Knowledge is the key. \nOur formal training program includes concepts and hands-on training in the following areas: \n\nCasing information\nCase and bracelet refinishing\nMetallurgy\nLathe finishes\nUse of modern variable speed polishers\nModern polishing techniques ensuring case shape integrity\nWater resistant testing\n\nThis course is designed to help you realize: \n\nA higher quality of service\nreduced come-backs due to moisture issues\nfaster turnaround time\nhigher customer satisfaction\n\nPrerequisites: Must be able to stand for long periods of time and operate machinery safely including the Lathe. \nLength of course: 48 hours in 5 days\, (9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. M-T\, (9:00 a.m. – 3 p.m. Friday) \nCost $1\,645 for AWCI members / $1\,795 for non-members \nA polishing kit is included in the registration cost of this course.  Safety glasses\, a loupe (3-4x) and a lab coat or smock is required. \nContact AWCI to register for this class at education@awci.com or 866-367-2924. \n 
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/watch-175-case-and-bracelet-refinishing-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Watch 100: Introduction to Watchmaking
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \n  \n  \nA survey course for the new or prospective watchmaker covering the basic skills and techniques used by the modern watchmaker. This class is perfect for anyone thinking about entering the profession of watchmaking or for the individual who just wants to gain a better appreciation for the art of watchmaking. \n \nThis course is a foundational course ideal for someone who is a collector\,  new to watchmaking or wanting to know more about how a watch works. \nOur week long introduction to watchmaking class is a week long full curriculum which walks you through a number of watchmaking fundamentals including movement tech guides\, cleaning and lubrication\, endshakes\, the ETCACHRON regulation system\, timing\, dialing and casing as well as fundamental watchmaking nomenclature and best practices. \nThere are no prerequisites for this class and we provide all the tools needed for the class\, with the exception of a watchmakers loupe.  A watchmakers loupe can be purchased through a supply house.  An Asco or Bergeon loupe with a removable bezel\, for cleaning purposes\, is the ideal purchase in a 2.5 focal length\, 4 power loupe.  A wire for the loupe should also be purchased.  If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Jason Champion our education director at education@awci.com or at 513-367-9800 ext 303 \nPrerequisites: none \nCost: $1195 for AWCI members / $1345 for non-members \nClass Schedule: 5 days\, Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nFeel free to contact our education director Jason Champion with any questions at education@awci.com or at 866-367-2924 extension 303.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/intoct25-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261030T170000
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SUMMARY:Watch 250 The Essential Micromechanics - The Watchmakers Lathe I
DESCRIPTION:Join us at AWCI headquarters for one of these great lathe classes. In Watch 250 you will learn basic micromechanics skills on the 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 of the hand graver are covered during this course. Graver sharpening and maintenance of the Swiss watchmakers lathe will also be covered. \nCost: $1195 for AWCI members / $1345 for non-members \nClass Schedule: 5 days\, Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nFor the tool list for this class click here. \nFeel free to contact AWCI with any questions at education@awci.com or at 866-367-2924.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/watch-250-the-essential-micromechanics-the-watchmakers-lathe-i-and-watch-350-tool-making-for-watchmakers-and-clockmakers-the-watchmakers-lathe-ii-3-2-2/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Watch 350: Tool Making for Watchmakers and Clockmakers: The Watchmaker's Lathe II
DESCRIPTION:This course is a continuation to Watchmaker’s Lathe I and the purpose is to teach the student the necessary knowledge and hand skills to manufacture various parts in steel that will be functional in a mechanical watch\, e.g. the winding stem. \nCost: $1195 for AWCI members / $1345 for non-members \nClass Schedule: 5 days\, Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nFor the tool list for the class click here. \nFeel free to contact AWCI at education@awci.com or at 866-367-2924.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/watch-350-tool-making-for-watchmakers-and-clockmakers-the-watchmakers-lathe-ii-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T150000
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SUMMARY:Watch 100: Introduction to Watchmaking
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \n  \n  \nA survey course for the new or prospective watchmaker covering the basic skills and techniques used by the modern watchmaker. This class is perfect for anyone thinking about entering the profession of watchmaking or for the individual who just wants to gain a better appreciation for the art of watchmaking. \n \nThis course is a foundational course ideal for someone who is a collector\,  new to watchmaking or wanting to know more about how a watch works. \nOur week long introduction to watchmaking class is a week long full curriculum which walks you through a number of watchmaking fundamentals including movement tech guides\, cleaning and lubrication\, endshakes\, the ETCACHRON regulation system\, timing\, dialing and casing as well as fundamental watchmaking nomenclature and best practices. \nThere are no prerequisites for this class and we provide all the tools needed for the class\, with the exception of a watchmakers loupe.  A watchmakers loupe can be purchased through a supply house.  An Asco or Bergeon loupe with a removable bezel\, for cleaning purposes\, is the ideal purchase in a 2.5 focal length\, 4 power loupe.  A wire for the loupe should also be purchased.  If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Jason Champion our education director at education@awci.com or at 513-367-9800 ext 303 \nPrerequisites: none \nCost: $1195 for AWCI members / $1345 for non-members \nClass Schedule: 5 days\, Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nFeel free to contact our education director Jason Champion with any questions at education@awci.com or at 866-367-2924 extension 303.
URL:https://www.awci.com/event/intoct25-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:AWCI – Harrison\, Ohio\, 701 Enterprise Dr\, Harrison\, OH\, 45030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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