May 12, 2011, 00:24
Ernie LogaMy latest Columbus Private Label Key Wind
I just found this early 18s Columbus Key Wind private label watch in a local antique store. It needs a case and a Balance Staff. Can anyone help?
May 12, 2011, 00:27
Ernie LogaAnother close-up of the movement:
May 12, 2011, 14:27
David AbbeErnie, From the appearance of a lever set near Roman Numeral II and the appearance of winding apparatus under the left side motor barrel cover screw, I think that is a very
interesting* Lever-set Transitional that deserves a nice long neck Stem winding 18s Open Face Gold Filled Case.
*Interesting because the stem winding mechanics are the reverse of most FP 18s Stem winders, so what "looks" like a "Hunter" is an Open face Movement.May 16, 2011, 01:06
Ernie LogaThank you David. I have not been able to determine how to set the hands after you pull the lever out. If it is a stem set, there appears to be a missing part at 12 o'clock where the stem would fit. Here is a photo of the space on the edge at 12:00.
May 16, 2011, 01:08
Ernie LogaHere is a second photo of the stem set area.
May 16, 2011, 13:32
David AbbeErnie, The picture shows the edges of the main winding wheel under the dial and a retainer screw that I think is supposed to hold in a short pinion with a square socket or a square short male extension that is connected to the case mounted winding stem. Maybe Brian C has that part.
May 16, 2011, 14:40
Ernie LogaThanks David. I thought it looked like something should be in that hole.
May 20, 2011, 15:19
David AbbeErnie, I received the watch today, will report after inspection. . . . GOTIT! Add 1 Waltham 1888 Pendant w&S winding gear and set pin and this WORKS!!! A little dremel work, and a washer and then it is to cleaning and staffing.
