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Hi! I'm a newbie when it comes to all this but I've become really interested and been wanting to learn more!

So I got a question when it comes to the third wheel.

The slot, in the frame of the whole watch, for the third wheel is like, any other part of the watch, ridiculously small. So small that it's impossible to fit the third wheel into the slot! The top of the third wheel slides into the cover slot just fine but the lower end wont go in - so if I were to put it together it would only wobble instead of spinning in place.

My question is if it's a possibility that the lower end has been snapped off or something because I can't see how this would work. I found a picture on google and marked the spot where I suspect my pin has been snapped off. My third wheel looks just like the one on the picture. 

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@oldhippy I see! Well I thought as much! So this wheel is just trash then. Where could I buy replacement parts? Is the correct measurements all I need or are there specific types of wheels for a certain work?
I'm sorry for all these questions. Like I said - I'm all new to this!

By the way. Thank you for taking your time and writing a reply! :)

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First you need to id the movement by its calibre and number. Here is a link that tells you what you need to know. Do not worry its quite easy. If you cannot find it just post a good clear photo showing the movement and under the dial side less the dial. Here is a link to popular suppliers in the UK, many on here deal with them as well.

Id site

http://www.vintagewatchstraps.com/movements.php

 

Watch parts site

https://www.cousinsuk.com/department/watch-parts

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