American Watchmakers - Clockmakers Institute
Supporting and Advancing Horology through Education and Cooperation
This webinar is perfect for the watch collector, enthusiast, beginner horologist, or salesperson. Join us as we dive deeper into the watch and explain how the Swiss Lever Escapement has been helping watches keep time for the past 300 years. We will use illustrations, models, and actual watches to demonstrate the action of the escapement. […]
Instructor: Kenneth P. De Lucca, Ph.D. Location: AWCI Headquarters, Harrison, OH AWCI member Cost: $595 This introductory course is to present the learner with the various aspects of clocks. There is much to know! What will be stressed in this 3-day hands-on educational program will be an examination of an American style time/strike movement. […]
This informal webinar is a fun get together with a panel of professional watchmakers. We have put together a panel of watchmakers from different parts of the industry with experience at some of the biggest brands. Submit your questions ahead of time or ask them during the GTG as AWCI President, Aaron Recksiek, moderates the […]
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 adjust and time a watch to the highest standards. Prerequisites: CW21 or equivalent certification required. The purpose of this course is to teach the […]
Every good watchmaker needs well maintained tools. Join Jason Champion, CW21 as he demonstrates tips and techniques for maintaining screwdrivers and tweezers including discussions about flat blades, hollow ground blades, torque screwdrivers, and different methods for sharpening and preparing your tools. AWCI Webinar Webinar: Tool Maintenance 1: Screwdrivers & Tweezers Available on Demand AWCI […]
Join AWCI and the Midwest Watchmakers-Clockmakers Association for their annual meeting in May in Mendota, MN. We will be holding 21st Century Watchmaking Standards, Cutting your Delta-Timing Course and Estimating during the three days of classes. Contact them and check out their website for more information.
As we begin returning to the workshop after being away for some time there are many things to think about. This is a great opportunity to restart and change your procedures to work more efficiently and safely. Join us as we discuss some recommended changes to your Standard Operating Procedures, answer your questions about safe […]
Join us as we demonstrate what makes one chronograph different from the next. Explore the differences between cams and column wheels, vertical and horizontal clutches, integrated and modular, tachymeters and telemeters. Find out why the Omega 321 is so special. Professional watchmaking instructors will describe the various functions of chronographs while you have the opportunity […]
Join AWCI's Tom Schomaker, CMW21 as he explains the proper procedures for checking the function and adjusting Swiss lever escapements. This concise explanation is the perfect review for the seasoned professional and essential knowledge for anyone preparing for the CW21 exam, but is open to anyone interested in gaining a better knowledge and appreciation of […]
This webinar is perfect for the beginner watchmaker or the passionate collector looking to gain a better understanding of mechanical timepieces. We will discuss the importance of lubrication in mechanical watches and review the different types of lubrication and the general principles for their application. AWCI Webinar Webinar: Basic Skills 1: Lubrication Tuesday May 19, […]
