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Correct way to let down m spring on a full plate. "Click" to Login or Register 
Kevin Pestor
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What is the correct way to let down a mainspring on a full plate elgin movement.
I know how to do the three quarter but this is a different set up.
Thanks again.

Kevin "Veritas" West
IHC Member 261
Chapter 111,Ottawa
NAWCC Member 158976,
Nepean, Canada
 
Posts: 2133 | Registered: June 01, 2003
Aaron Bereiter
posted
Kevin,

There should be a small hole on the side of the movement you can put a probe into to engage the click. This should release the click and allow you to let down the mainspring with a bench key.
it is a lot easier to spot with the dial removed.

Aaron
 
Posts: 945 | Location: Geneva, Illinois in the U.S.A. | Registered: November 19, 2002
Kevin Pestor
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Thanks Aaron, i found the hole, i never noticed this hole before.
It worked well i used a bench key like you suggested. Cool Smile

Kevin "Veritas" West
IHC Member 261
Chapter 111,Ottawa
NAWCC Member 158976,
Nepean, Canada
 
Posts: 2133 | Registered: June 01, 2003
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