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Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4615] Wed, 26 November 2014 03:29 Go to next message
kastner is currently offline  kastner
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One of my goals is to learn basic watch repair (as an aside, I've read pretty good things about http://www.timezonewatchschool.com/WatchSchool/, does anyone have any experience with them?). To that end I've purchased parts drawers here and there, figuring that having a cache might come in handy once I know what I'm doing. I recently acquired something very cool on ebay (maybe I was bidding against some of you?) and I wanted to let this great community share in my wealth.

Take a look at the attached picture of this cool case filled with parts, and a typical drawer. If you need parts from any of these models get in touch and I'll see if I can help.

index.php?t=getfile&id=1890&private=0
index.php?t=getfile&id=1891&private=0

[Updated on: Thu, 27 November 2014 04:19] by Moderator

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4618 is a reply to message #4615] Wed, 26 November 2014 13:01 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Thojil is currently offline  Thojil
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Really cool Thumbs Up You don't see them complete that often.
Definitely one Gruen item still on my wish list.

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4619 is a reply to message #4618] Wed, 26 November 2014 14:25 Go to previous messageGo to next message
C. Hurt is currently offline  C. Hurt
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I have one similar, but with a bigger base area.

Jason, does yours still have any crystals left in the OS Crystals box?

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4620 is a reply to message #4619] Wed, 26 November 2014 16:14 Go to previous messageGo to next message
kastner is currently offline  kastner
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Yes, there are some Odd Shaped crystals left that appear to match and seem to be in good condition (there are lots of image artifacts in this picture). The 157/8 slot has some other things as does the 117/64. Let me know if you would like anything.


index.php?t=getfile&id=1892&private=0index.php?t=getfile&id=1893&private=0

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4622 is a reply to message #4620] Wed, 26 November 2014 21:15 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Jenneke is currently offline  Jenneke
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Nice!

The picture shows a printed 99 - OS2. In the 1926 and 1929 the same picture shows 99/2.

The handwritten text is interesting. In the upper right corner it says OS27 - 179. Never seen OS27 but when you look in the crystal chart in the 1929 guild book there is a caliber 179 mentioned with a case style 27.
In the lower left corner there is O-S-1 = 707. In the guild 1929 book there is a caliber 707 mentioned with the case style 1. In the 1926 standardized parts and guild 1929 guide there is one OS1 combination mentioned, with the caliber 101. Is there anything to "see below"?

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4623 is a reply to message #4622] Wed, 26 November 2014 21:27 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Can someone re-size these photos so that they are easier to view?

Still here....

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4627 is a reply to message #4623] Thu, 27 November 2014 01:52 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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mikey wrote on Wed, 26 November 2014 21:27
Can someone re-size these photos so that they are easier to view?

If you click on the link you'll get a bigger picture size. Now the capacity size of the photos are taking a little long to load in the thread. I can re-size them that way if that helps.

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4629 is a reply to message #4627] Thu, 27 November 2014 03:10 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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For my viewing they are way too large...

Still here....

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4630 is a reply to message #4629] Thu, 27 November 2014 04:29 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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OK - Cut them down by 90% for your viewing pleasure.

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4631 is a reply to message #4630] Thu, 27 November 2014 05:28 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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This looks like the one that recently sold in the swamp. Good buy!

What's in the 155 box?

All I know is based on hard work & writing by others. I can only aspire to augment this body of knowledge. If I am wrong it is because of my own failings. -me

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4636 is a reply to message #4631] Thu, 27 November 2014 14:43 Go to previous messageGo to next message
kastner is currently offline  kastner
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Jenneke - The only thing to see below are the crystals. The picture shows them exactly as I found it.

Jack - This was the one that sold recently. It is a little crazy buying it given how little I know about watch repair, but oh well. What's in the 155 box? 155 parts of course! Smile See below and let me know if you need anything. It seems to have everything except the winding pinions.

GaryM - thanks for making the pictures smaller, the ones I've attached to this message should be more manageable.

index.php?t=getfile&id=1895&private=0, index.php?t=getfile&id=1896&private=0

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4643 is a reply to message #4636] Thu, 27 November 2014 21:56 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Jack - If you need a winding pinion I've got a 155 box too. And my number 7 isn't empty.

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4647 is a reply to message #4643] Thu, 27 November 2014 22:43 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Well, what I really need is a movement holder that can go small enough for the 155. Cary was kind enough to send me two complete 155s for me to operate on to get the watch going. Liz sent a spare bracelet and was able to size it to my mom's wrist since she is here for turkey. As of now I don't need parts, but mostly curious on the contents and completeness of what kastner bought.

Cheers!

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4664 is a reply to message #4647] Mon, 01 December 2014 00:27 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Kastner,

Are there any staffs for the 833?

I also purchased one of these parts cabinets a while back and, although there were quite a few parts still inside for most of the calibers, there were no balance staffs...none, nada, zippo...for any caliber! Not all that surprising really...but I was hopeful. Sad

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4665 is a reply to message #4647] Mon, 01 December 2014 00:30 Go to previous messageGo to next message
timeliz
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Jack,

Glad to hear you were able to get your grandmother's watch put right. Smile

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4666 is a reply to message #4665] Mon, 01 December 2014 01:22 Go to previous messageGo to next message
C. Hurt is currently offline  C. Hurt
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Jason,

It would be the Quadron (157 and 117) crystals that I would be most interested in. As you know, I have plenty of things to trade. It appears that there is a cut corner rectangle in the 117 64 slot, and if so, I think I have the watch that needs it.

We can follow up by direct contact if you'd like.

Liz, let me know if you need parts for 833s.

Cary

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4667 is a reply to message #4665] Mon, 01 December 2014 03:28 Go to previous messageGo to next message
kastner is currently offline  kastner
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Liz - I have three balance staffs. See the picture below for the other parts (and there are two mainsprings in 22) and send me a PM with your address and needs.

Cary - I'll email you pictures of the crystals in the 157 and 117 slots and let's talk about what you want. There are some mislabelings in play and I don't actually have any 117s.

index.php?t=getfile&id=1909&private=0, index.php?t=getfile&id=1910&private=0

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4669 is a reply to message #4667] Mon, 01 December 2014 04:43 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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I'm not there with the repair yet Liz. Though the band is, thank you!

All I know is based on hard work & writing by others. I can only aspire to augment this body of knowledge. If I am wrong it is because of my own failings. -me

"If I have seen farther it is by standing on the shoulders of giants." - Newton

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Re: Misc parts available, see picture for models [message #4670 is a reply to message #4669] Mon, 01 December 2014 05:39 Go to previous message
timeliz
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Jack,

You are most welcome. I'm glad you were able to use it.

Jason,

Thanks! I'll get back to you tomorrow with my info.

Cary,

I have some crystals coming in tomorrow.

I'll check for your crystal size.

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