The Glory Days Of American Watchmaking
When he visited the World’s Fair in Philadelphia in 1876, Swiss watchmaker Jacques David was alarmed by the rapid growth of American industry. His letter… Read More »The Glory Days Of American Watchmaking
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Moon Phase Watch Complication
How many moons… What is there left to say about the moon that hasn’t already been said a hundred times, or a thousand, since the… Read More »Moon Phase Watch Complication
Carl F. Bucherer: Master of the Peripheral
Bucherer, the famous Lucerne watchmaker and jeweller, celebrates 130 years of history by bringing a new dimension to its watch brand Carl F. Bucherer, which… Read More »Carl F. Bucherer: Master of the Peripheral
The Shock System Explained
One of the most important parts that keeps modern, mechanical wrist watches so reliable and precise is the use of shock system. Any mechanical timekeepers… Read More »The Shock System Explained
Servicing a Watch: Behind the Scenes
The servicing of a watch can seem somewhat oblique and esoteric to the uninitiated. There’s truth to this; it’s a complex and highly-involved process that… Read More »Servicing a Watch: Behind the Scenes
Unlocking Alternative Escapements
In the history of horology more effort has been devoted to the escapement than to any other functional part of a timepiece. In the 18th… Read More »Unlocking Alternative Escapements
Aircraft Clocks
In today’s world, watches are often used as a fashion statement or piece of jewelry, although they find their origins in being tools. Just as… Read More »Aircraft Clocks
Certina (KF) caliber 330 movement – specifications and photo
Certina (KF or K.F.) caliber 330 is Swiss movement from 1940s. Sub second. Manual-winding movement with 15 jewels. F = 18000 A/h Power reserve: 50 hours… Read More »Certina (KF) caliber 330 movement – specifications and photo
Servicing a Poljot Chronograph 3133 movement
Servicing a Poljot Chronograph watch with caliber 3133 in pdf format. CLICK HERE
Inspection of pocket and wrist watches during assembly
Train Wheels and Barrel Assembly. Check freedom of train. Check mesh between wheels and pinions. Check for correct side and end shake of wheels and… Read More »Inspection of pocket and wrist watches during assembly
The adjustment to temperature
The adjustment to temperature In order to attain a practical system for the temperature adjustment, the general practice has been to solder together brass and… Read More »The adjustment to temperature
Magnetism – what is it?
Magnetism – what is it? Magnetism is an ever-constant and insidious enemy to horologists. The means by which a watch may be magnetized are so… Read More »Magnetism – what is it?
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