I assume that in this context "refitted" is the same as replaced. It’s almost certain these cups will need to be refitted.Īnd, most certainly the balance staffs will need to be Surface and obscures the wear, which is near the apex of the cup.
Under highest magnification because of the inward conical shape. It is very difficult to examine the cups even Worn, they usually wear the cups as well. " A frequently neglected repair is the balance pivot/balance cup. Having said that, it sure sounds like the clock could use a cleaning, however you'd do it.Ĭlick to expand.Yes, the article linked in post # 18 does mention "cups" and rightly laments the related issues that apply to any brand clock. I know that hairsprings aren't supposed to go into the ultrasonic cleaner, but it seems that watch repairmen differ on the topic.
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A nice run in the ultrasonic cleaner may free things up, after which you'll want to dunk the movement in alcohol to absorb any water and, after it's thoroughly dry, oil it, especially the mainsprings.
The point here is that you can occasionally get away with cleaning the movement while it's assembled, and there are occasions where this is marginally permissible. Have the screams of outrage subsided? Good.
Then immerse the movement in gasoline and start the alarm, which will vibrate the movement. And now for yet another Neanderthal horological procedure from 50 years ago: The standard repair for a gummed up alarm clock was to remove the movement, strip off dial and hands, wind up the alarm train, and set it to go off when the alarm stem is pulled out.
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