The prior post in this series described how to remove a friction-fit balance staff. Friction-fit staffs are quick and easy to work with, so naturally, the world being what it… Read more »
Amplitude is the name of the watch-adjusting game. We need that balance wheel to swing if we hope to adjust the watch to keep good time in several positions. As… Read more »
Balance staffs come in two flavors: friction-fit and riveted. The friction-fit design is much better in nearly all respects, so naturally it is uncommon. Such is the fickle quality of… Read more »
To replace a balance staff, we have to take apart the balance assembly. For essentially all watches, we’ll end up with 4 units: the balance wheel (wheel and screws) the… Read more »
Watches with broken balance staffs are eBay gold. Many hobbyists lack the skills or equipment to replace a balance staff or have been discouraged by a few bad attempts. As… Read more »