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WATCHMAKING PROJECT 5 POCKET WATCHES EBAUCHE
Estimated price for orientation: 1 200 $
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Description Condition: New without tags: A brand-new, unused, and unworn item (including handmade items) that is not in original packaging or may be missing original packaging materials (such as the original box or bag). The original tags may not be attached. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition
On another piece, I was able to get the setting wheels, winding pinion, sliding pinion, clutch and springs and bridge done. The stem won't fit yet because the pilot hole needs enlarging.Most importantly, this is an unusual opportunity for any watchmaker willing to take it on. You will end up with 5 beautiful high grade pocket watch movements. They are 43mm. in diameter and 7mm. thick.The quality of many movements start with the ebauche stage. The pinions in this set are well polished with a high tooth count. The wheels, are also created with the same quality. The barrels have the maltese cross stop work built into it. As you know this is to take advantage of the center and most stable section of the mainspring, not something found in lesser watches of the time.Please remember, this is not a kit with all the pieces ready to drop into place to create a running pocket watch.Every part, and I mean every single part, needs some adjustment to fit correctly. Every single hole is undersized, every pin too large, etc. All the steel parts need beveling and finishing, the acting faces of springs need to be fitted and polished.This was the job of watchmakers when ebauche was the popular method of manufacturing watches.Also you will notice that there is no escapement or balance. The pallet forks in the pic are some that I chose hoping to find one that worked.Today you can buy escapements and balancewheel/hairspring combos, there are people that can make them to your specifications. Also you may notice that there are not 5 of every part necessary. But there are enough parts to make 2 watches complete and 4 watches with a minimum effort. You will have to make the missing parts yourself.You can get a pretty good idea of what is missing in the pics above but I can send you a list of the contents if you ask.Please remember: THIS IS NOT A "KIT" OF PARTS TO ASSEMBLE A RUNNING WATCH NOTE ON INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: I placed a cost for international shipping which you can pay if you wish. However, instead of paying immediately wait until I adjust the shipping cost and send you an invoice for the item with the proper shipping and handling cost. Thanks and Good Bidding
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| Condition: | New without tags: A brand-new, unused, and unworn item (including handmade items) that is not in original packaging or may be missing original packaging materials (such as the original box or bag). The original tags may not be attached. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition |
On another piece, I was able to get the setting wheels, winding pinion, sliding pinion, clutch and springs and bridge done. The stem won't fit yet because the pilot hole needs enlarging.
Most importantly, this is an unusual opportunity for any watchmaker willing to take it on. You will end up with 5 beautiful high grade pocket watch movements. They are 43mm. in diameter and 7mm. thick.The quality of many movements start with the ebauche stage. The pinions in this set are well polished with a high tooth count. The wheels, are also created with the same quality. The barrels have the maltese cross stop work built into it. As you know this is to take advantage of the center and most stable section of the mainspring, not something found in lesser watches of the time.Please remember, this is not a kit with all the pieces ready to drop into place to create a running pocket watch.Every part, and I mean every single part, needs some adjustment to fit correctly. Every single hole is undersized, every pin too large, etc. All the steel parts need beveling and finishing, the acting faces of springs need to be fitted and polished.This was the job of watchmakers when ebauche was the popular method of manufacturing watches.Also you will notice that there is no escapement or balance. The pallet forks in the pic are some that I chose hoping to find one that worked.Today you can buy escapements and balancewheel/hairspring combos, there are people that can make them to your specifications. Also you may notice that there are not 5 of every part necessary. But there are enough parts to make 2 watches complete and 4 watches with a minimum effort. You will have to make the missing parts yourself.You can get a pretty good idea of what is missing in the pics above but I can send you a list of the contents if you ask.Please remember: THIS IS NOT A "KIT" OF PARTS TO ASSEMBLE A RUNNING WATCH
NOTE ON INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: I placed a cost for international shipping which you can pay if you wish. However, instead of paying immediately wait until I adjust the shipping cost and send you an invoice for the item with the proper shipping and handling cost. Thanks and Good Bidding