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My first completed restoration - Elgin 313 Pocket Watch


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I use the term "restoration" lightly.  I did a full service, cleaned the case in an ultrasonic, and replaced the crystal.  When I got the watch, it wasn't running, and now it is, so I'll take what I can get.

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@kibbler When you were finished putting the movement back together did you then check it on a Timegrapher? The reason I'm asking is I have a grade 313 size 7 Elgin apart right now and I was wondering what lift angle you use. I know that 52° is typical for modern movements but maybe not correct for one that's 100 years old.

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On 4/22/2022 at 12:30 PM, grsnovi said:

@kibbler When you were finished putting the movement back together did you then check it on a Timegrapher? The reason I'm asking is I have a grade 313 size 7 Elgin apart right now and I was wondering what lift angle you use. I know that 52° is typical for modern movements but maybe not correct for one that's 100 years old.

I don't pay much attention to lift angle on the timegrapher as I find it easier to just use a slo-mo phone video to see the amplitude.

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37 minutes ago, kibbler said:

I don't pay much attention to lift angle on the timegrapher as I find it easier to just use a slo-mo phone video to see the amplitude.

Agree! The timegrapher can be far off when the escapement isn‘t in perfect condition. The slo-mo is reliable.

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