Leaderboard

Seiko "BB 36 tribute" built on a SNK805. Essentially just put on hands+dial and polished top+side.

Cousins reviewed my situation, verified that their data table did show that this part was interchangeable between the AS1240 and AS1193. They were therefore kind enough to issue a refund. I feel for them, as I know how difficult is must be to keep such things 100% accurate. And again, mine may be an export variant that was used in the US and not the UK. Case closed. All's well that ends well. All in all, this was a good experience. Thanks, Cousins, UK. Cheers.

I've had the same set for years. Pretty much hit-and-miss when it comes to quality. I've bought a few separate dies and taps for the smallest three sizes, also on ebay. Even though more expensive, these were not necessarily any better, sigh.

For fixing objects in an engraving block. https://www.amazon.com/ENGRAVING-ATTACHMENTS-Setting-Jewelry-Rubber/dp/B00BLTG0PS

Hi, these microphones don't contain a preamp, however their piezo element is more sensitive than a common piezo disc. Depending on your soundcard (additonal amplification activated?) you may need one or not. Your picture shows that one of both tic noises is too weak, and its 1st pulse was not detected (scattered line). In the Info-pdf of my PCTM (Link) you can find the schematic for a simple DIY preamp. You can place it inside your mic body or even into the plug. Frank