What is this?

[kd8tzc]

I've seen this used in a number of videos but nobody says what it is?  It seems to be used mostly when they are working with the mainspring assembly.  It appears to be some sort of block that has a bunch of holes in it.  I'm sure there is a better name then my "Block Do-hicky".

 

 

[HectorLooi]

It's called a staking block. It's a really useful tool.

[dadistic]

I've also seen it referred to as an anvil, and I agree with @HectorLooi, it is very useful, I use mine constantly.

 

[oldhippy]

There are many types of staking blocks that watchmakers use. Just type in google watchmakers staking block then click on images and you will see loads of different types and assortments 

[watchweasol]

Hi just one of many designs of staking blocks, always a handy tool to have.

[RichardHarris123]

I have a  cheap one, it's sufficient for holding barrels and hands etc but the holes are crude.  Is there a compromise between cheap and Bergeon ?

[nickelsilver]

Also called a bench block.

[kd8tzc]

Okay, thanks all... Much better name than me calling it a "do-hicky".  I actually do have something can be used as a block that is part of an old K&D Staking set that I have, but it is part of the staking set, so I can't desperate it.  Sounds like this might be a good something to have eventually.  Thanks for cluing in the clueless (me) in my journey to learn all about watchmaking and servicing.

[dadistic]

They are also very inexpensive,  $12.95 at Esslinger.  It's nice that something so important and useful can be had for very little money for once

 

[StickDog]

The design illustrated is a good choice among several available.