Clock Classes (DVDs)

210-DL: Pivot Finish

Watch a live demonstration of polishing and burnishing pivots, a process which is key to properly restoring a movement. There will be an emphasis on tools and technique as well as discussion of when it is necessary to re-pivot.
INTERMEDIATE   1 hr.   $30

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132-DL: Mainspring Winders

Several different types of mainspring winders will be covered in this class with demonstrations of their use and discussions on the positives and negatives of each. Safety, when handling hole-end mainsprings and mainsprings in barrels, is a prime concern which is followed closely by being able to prevent damage to the mainspring or parts of the movement. Winders covered will be the Ollie Baker, Bergeon, Horolover, and several home-made winders.
BEGINNER   1 hr. 13 min.   $30

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230-DL: The Suspension Spring

A thin piece of steel is usually all that supports the pendulum as it swings back and forth. This delicate unit is called the suspension spring and is easily damaged. Learn how to determine a proper replacement, how to manufacture a suspension unit when one isn’t available, and how to identify when a suspension unit is faulty. American feathers (suspension units) will be a primary focus.
INTERMEDIATE   1 hr. 5 min.   $30

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