Macro photograph of a mechanical watch movement with gears and jewels
RESTORATIONCaliber 321

The Art of the Second

Mechanical Resurrection in the Modern Era

Vintage Omega Seamaster watch on watchmaker bench
24.10.2023RESTORATION• Omega Caliber 565

Restoring a 1960s Omega Seamaster

A deep dive into reviving a water-damaged caliber 565. The intricacies of sourcing original parts and the delicate process of rust removal.

5 min read
Ultrasonic cleaning jars and disassembled watch components
12.09.2023TECHNIQUE• General Laboratory

The Alchemy of Cleaning Fluids

Examining the chemical composition of modern watchmaking solvents versus traditional methods, and their impact on vintage brass plates.

7 min read
Precision watchmaker lathe tool
05.08.2023EQUIPMENT• Custom Staff Fabrication

Mastering the Bergeon Lathe

Turning custom balance staffs from raw blue steel. A technical guide to micro-machining tolerances required for chronometer certification.

10 min read