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Watch Movement Maintenance Tips: Checking the Balance, Spring, and Pendulum Wheel

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Today. watchesThey are becoming more and more popular in the market. Unlike ordinary mechanical watches, they are run by some small, modified movements. These movements also need maintenance, and in this article, we will share some watch movement repair tips.

watch movement repair tips to share

Checking the movement

Before starting any watch movement repair, you should inspect it to ensure that you understand the root cause of the problem. Points to check include the pendulum wheel, the spring and the balance. If there are some parts that are not coordinated, they must be adjusted accordingly.

oils

Grease is an essential part of movement maintenance. Using the right kind of grease will keep the movement functioning properly for a longer period of time. However, not using the proper grease or using too much grease can cause problems with the movement.

magnetize

In watch movement repair, magnetization may occur and this may cause the watch to stop running. You can use a magnetization restorer to deal with this problem. The method of use is very simple: put the watch movement on the magnetization repairer, press the button, and the magnetization repair will be completed in about a few minutes.

Watch parts

You may need to replace some parts during watch movement repair. If you don't know how to replace these parts, it's best to ask a skilled watch repair technician for help. Before replacing any parts, make sure you have the right tools and equipment.

attention to detail

In any movement repair, details are quite important. It is best to use specialized tools and equipment when working with watch movements. Never use bent or damaged tools as this may further damage the watch movement.

These are some tips for watch movement repair. Please follow these tips when repairing your movement to ensure that your movement will function properly for a longer period of time.

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