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Balance screw holder sizes?

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January 07, 2022, 15:14
Jonathan Phillips
Balance screw holder sizes?
I just started rebuilding 18s movements. While cleaning the balance wheel, one of the timing screws fell out. Looks like the pin vices that are needed to reinsert the screw come in different sizes, usually 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, ... Which one do I need for an 18s timing screw? Thanks!
January 11, 2022, 10:22
Douglas D. Weaver
I use a #2 for 16 & 18 size balance screws. You'll find that the screws are different sizes for the same size movements, sometimes even within one balance wheel. #2 is close enough for all in my experience. Other's experiences may vary.
January 12, 2022, 09:55
Jonathan Phillips
Thanks Douglas, I'll pick up a #2. Saves me from buying a set. Cheers, Jonathan