I'm currently repairing my great grandfathers 1890 Elgin and after replacing the broken hairspring, i thought it was good to go, then realized the roller jewel was missing. I'm in the process of sourcing another right now. This video will come in handy.
Thank you for this video. Did you ever diagram figuring out the hairspring placement? 22:05 I almost understand what you're describing but it would help visually to see the steps.
Thank-you for the visuals! Everything is on the bench and ready to give this a go. This is a talent I need to master as I am getting an increasing number of watches coming in that need the jewel replaced. This video gives me a much needed boost of confidence. Thanks again and have a great day!
Peter Grande it took me a couple of hours, but I was able to put the roller jewel in. Now I have an issue with the balance wheel, seems somebody replaced the hairspring and regulator that is not original to the watch. The fun continues :)
You made me a bit nervous when you were doing this process. Especially when you took off the hairspring you would normally put that on a block and then pry it off from both sides
I guess you realize you kept saying lacquer instead of shellac, LOL. It appears you were using a small flake of shellac to secure the roller jewel in the table.
Excellent commentary. Really learnt a lot from this video
I'm currently repairing my great grandfathers 1890 Elgin and after replacing the broken hairspring, i thought it was good to go, then realized the roller jewel was missing. I'm in the process of sourcing another right now. This video will come in handy.
Hi Peter, thank you very much for sharing this very interesting aspect with us.
Thank you for this video. Did you ever diagram figuring out the hairspring placement? 22:05
I almost understand what you're describing but it would help visually to see the steps.
Thank-you for the visuals! Everything is on the bench and ready to give this a go. This is a talent I need to master as I am getting an increasing number of watches coming in that need the jewel replaced. This video gives me a much needed boost of confidence. Thanks again and have a great day!
Your welcome, Let me know if there are other repairs you would like to see, I'll squeeze them in!
Thanks for that, this exactly what I was looking for. I have the tool, shellac and just waiting for the roller jewel to arrive!
Good luck! It is very rewarding! Just take your time, and if you mess it up, hey, it can be removed and redone!
How did you do? Where you able to get the roller jewel replaced?
Peter Grande it took me a couple of hours, but I was able to put the roller jewel in. Now I have an issue with the balance wheel, seems somebody replaced the hairspring and regulator that is not original to the watch. The fun continues :)
Is there any concern with touching those parts with your bare hands and contamination from finger oils causing corrosion?
Where can I find a roller table remover stump?
You made me a bit nervous when you were doing this process. Especially when you took off the hairspring you would normally put that on a block and then pry it off from both sides
I guess you realize you kept saying lacquer instead of shellac, LOL. It appears you were using a small flake of shellac to secure the roller jewel in the table.
Yes. Sorry. When I’m filming the work my mind is on my next step. Lol. I should engage my mind first but without pausing.
@@watchesandjewelry We all make mistakes, but I did enjoy watching you working on that watch!