December 22, 2012, 03:15
Bila Wirriganwaltersre: Mainspring substitution for Waterbury
Hi All,
I have a 'WTB' ad on for Waterbury rotary longwind mainsprings, probably will not get any, but would like to know if anyone has been able to find a substitute to use for these watches?
Thanks in advance.
Regards,
Bila
December 22, 2012, 08:48
Melvin SiedmanWhat is the size of the mainspring?
December 22, 2012, 08:55
Bila WirriganwaltersHi Melvin,
I have not pulled one of them apart yet, I thought I would try to find some first. The only dimensions I have are the length, and that's 9 feet long.
December 22, 2012, 10:09
Robert SizemoreAnd only 158 turns to wind according to the article I found on this site
The Waterbury Watch Museum.

December 22, 2012, 17:53
Bila WirriganwaltersYes Robert I read a similar article on another site about the amount of turns to wind it up. I would say it will probably have to be a small clock spring such as an alarm clock or something like that for the spring substitution, I hoped someone might of already pulled one apart and did the measurements as I am yet to find a parts book or chart with the dimensions in.
Best Wishes to You All for the Festive season,
Regards,
Bila