The milestone Craig achieved with his watch is that it runs for a full day after being wound. His watch is based on the ETA 7001. He re-designed the mainplate and all bridges, and machined them all by hand. This was done in addition to all regular course work.
The next steps are an improved custom barrel arbor and custom crown wheel, followed by finishing and plating.
Our newest student, Jae won, is trying out some finishing techniques. Here he used grattage on his posing plate, came out looking lovely.
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| Lovely |
Chris is doing some hand turning exercises before he moves on to pivot gauges and balance staff. He made a cute stand for all his work on the lathe.
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| Look at those boys on display |
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| Lil guys lined up |
The senior students who have recently started their technician course are getting classes from their professor on the intricacies of oiling the keyless and motion works. Having 7 different calibres of varying sizes and types to practice on. Recently they also learned how to service and restore a barbell, fixing end and side shakes. In addition they are also practicing how to fix bent wheels! A useful skill of restoring an ancient watch with no spare parts.
Until next time!
