November 03, 2010, 21:51
Jim BielefeldtLoose center wheel jewel
Hi,
During disassembly of a 12s Illinois pocket watch the jewel came out when the center wheel was removed. I have the jewel and it looks good, the jewel sits in place well when placed back into the place it should be, but will fall out if turned over. What can be used to attach the jewel back in place so it will not fall out or perhaps spin in place?
Thanks
November 04, 2010, 02:02
Frank KusumotoDo you have a staking tool set?
November 04, 2010, 07:32
Jim BielefeldtNot in my possession, but I just got one on Ebay. It just hasnt been shipped.
Also just to clarify, the jewel is not in any metal. Its just the jewel.
November 05, 2010, 18:24
Jim BielefeldtMy staking set arrived today.

November 08, 2010, 17:46
Jim BielefeldtSince the jewel was loose, not in a holder or collar. I ended up shellacking it into place in the holder and then replacing it into the frame