Howdy! I’m excited to join!

[Machinefiction]

Hi everyone! I’ve been a long time reader and watch collector, and just recently have become fascinated with watchmaking and watch servicing. I’ve taken some “horologerie” classes at HSNY, bought a bunch of tools, oils and greases, and a dozen or so broken pocket watches of the Bay, from Elgin 12s 7j learners, to Railroad Grade Hamilton 992Bs and have metaphorically jumped into the ultrasonic deep end. 
 

I have been trying to keep my head above water, but have some questions YouTube just can’t seem to answer and wanted to reach out for some help! Thank you!

I attached a pic of my latest and greatest tool acquisition! K&D 18-R Inverto Staking set…

Looking forward,

—phillip 

 

 

[RichardHarris123]

Hello and welcome from Leeds, England.  Ask away with your questions. 

[mbwatch]

Hi there! Good to have another American pocket watch enthusiast around. One thing certain youtube guys get really really wrong is the recommendation to buy ebay pocket watches as learners. They are usually broken in a dozen ways that take a lot of experience and tools to overcome. But you already acquired the most important one in that fine K&D 18R.

I look forward to seeing those watches come together.

[oldhippy]

Thank you for your introduction and welcome to this friendly forum.

We all look forward to your contributions and continued involvement. 

If there is anything we can help you with don’t be afraid to ask. Nice clear photos can help a lot.

[Knebo]

2 hours ago, mbwatch said:

One thing certain youtube guys get really really wrong is the recommendation to buy ebay pocket watches as learners

 

Welcome! 

We look forward to your posts. 

[Nucejoe]

Hi there Phillip, and welcome to the forum.