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[apagep]

hi, i have a Wm Forbes (Liverpool) c/w an ETA 2824-2 swiss movement, i replaced the glass but when i removed the stem i didn't put it in the hand change setting, i did manage to reset the sliding pinion to the yoke & it worked perfect for 8 days, then suddenly it stopped, unable to get it going. the balance wheel swings for a couple of turns (but second hand doesn't move). there is power in the main spring so what has happened? can someone help please. 

 

[WatchMaker]

Have your actions caused the balance stop lever to be permanently engaged?

This small L shaped lever pivots to stop the balance completely for accurate time setting. Since this operates from the sliding pinion could it inadvertently have been installed incorrectly?