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lever escapement vs detent escapement

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September 05, 2015, 17:46
Charles McPherren
lever escapement vs detent escapement
what is the difference in lever escapement and detent escapement? how do I tell which one I have. thanks for information.


Charlie
September 05, 2015, 20:00
William D. White
Charlie,

This video illistrates the technical differences between the 2 escapement types. HERE

William
September 05, 2015, 21:07
Robert McClelland
A description of the two escapements (and many more) can be found by Googling escapement and opening the Wikipedia article.
September 06, 2015, 09:38
Dr. Debbie Irvine

Charles,

Using our "Find or Search" feature and typing in the words brings up the following…

Detent Escapement

Jules Jungersen Detent

While the words "lever escapement" currently brings up 211 results.

Hope that additional information helps,

Debbie

Smile


September 07, 2015, 02:15
Tim Mathes
GOOD STUFF!
September 08, 2015, 21:07
Charles McPherren
many thanks to all for the information.


Charlie
September 09, 2015, 08:05
Dr. Debbie Irvine

You are welcome! Smile