Summing up the events of 2007, there are a number of restoration projects that I would like to note. It is not often that really rare and interesting watches are brought in for repair, and so it is impossible to resist the temptation to post photos of some of them. It is a pity that […]
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Polishing out scratches after an incident Here we are looking at the famous exhibition model of 2009 – the Audemars Piguet Millenary Chronograph that has spawned a series of design variations over the years. In a minor accident, the case was scratched when dropped. Fortunately, this is fixable. Straight to the point – we disassemble
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Troubleshooting and Repair of the Automatic Winding Module Caliber 3130 We’ve got a worthy patient on the workbench. This watch is familiar and pleasant in every way. It’s a black Rolex Submariner (with no calendar), a member of an endangered ‘tool’ watch species – reliable, with minimal add-ons, great for any situation. Movement Troubleshooting, Rolex
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Diagnostics and Repair of the Repeater Mechansim in an F.P. Journe Watch – an exclusive Swiss brand A watch most worthy of review, this wonderful timepiece was recently brought in for repair. Everything about this watch is exceptional – the unique mechanics, its appearance and ergonomics on the hand. François-Paul Journe is one of the
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UN-26 power peserve display module Movement servicing is required every 2 – 3 years if the watch is worn daily. The company Ulysse Nardin uses mechanisms based on the standard ETA 2892-A2 calibers with a modification and superstructure that is mounted on top of the main calibre. In many cases, services are limited to cleaning
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Antique pocket watches often delight us with their beautiful engraved lids and mysterious, intricate old inscriptions. Pocket watches look particularly interesting when they have a signature, inscription, emblem or dedication, and historically craftsmen have spared no effort in creating beautiful fonts with monograms and flourishes. For the uninitiated, inscriptions usually look like complete gibberish, but
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