repair-balance-staff

1 год назад

The video demonstrates the incorrect way to replace a balance staff in a small watch. The narrator details the steps they took, highlighting common mistakes, such as using screwdrivers instead of levers and improperly securing the balance wheel. The video concludes with the narrator breaking the top pivot on the balance staff, emphasizing the importance of proper technique when working with delicate watch components.

1 год назад

The video follows a watchmaker as they practice removing a balance staff from a balance wheel. They use various tools and techniques, encountering challenges along the way. The watchmaker's goal is to gain confidence before attempting the same procedure on a more valuable watch.

10 лет назад

This video demonstrates how to align a hairspring to set a watch in beat. The presenter explains how to properly position the hairspring on the balance wheel, ensuring the impulse jewel is centered between the banking pins. They then show how to use a balance tack to fine-tune the alignment, adjusting the collet of the hairspring until the impulse jewel rests perfectly between the pins.