June 07, 2004, 20:30
Bruce ByrdTool Identification
I bought a bunch of tools and can't for the life of me figure out what they are. The black handle one and the tweezer looking thing are for roller jewel replacement. I can't figure out what the other tools are used for.. Ideas
June 07, 2004, 20:31
Bruce Byrdand a better view of the more curious ones
June 08, 2004, 01:31
Kevin PestorYoy got me on that one Bruce, not a clue.
June 08, 2004, 05:01
Brian C.In the second picture, the tool on the left looks like a canon pinion tightener.
Brian C.
June 08, 2004, 19:01
Wynter Sturtevant
Good afternoon,
A. Wrenches for truing balance wheels.
B. Handles from a cannon pinion remover.
C. Hairspring collet position adjuster.
D. Pallet stone setter.
E. Bench top balance caliper.
F. Cannon pinion tightening.
G. Roller table holder/warmer.
Hope that helps.
June 09, 2004, 12:01
Bruce ByrdWynter,
Thank you very much for identifying the tools for me. The one you have a question mark by has me stumped also.. There is a small spring bar at one end. That spring bar sets down into a small groove.. I think it is a tool for setting roller jewels. I cant be sure..
June 10, 2004, 18:29
Scott CerulloI love to watch threads like this because horological tools are truly fascinating. Anyone who likes these tools as much as I do might be interested in this. I am ordering a book that lists, and illustrates thousands of horological tools from between 1700-1900. The book is authored and published by Ted Crom, is almost 700 pages with 1400 illustrations. I have looked through it and was most impressed. The cost of the book is $145 and $6 shippping in USA. The email address I have to order the book is 8609@alltel.net.
June 10, 2004, 19:15
Scott CerulloHere is the phone number and address to order the book. (352)475-1609. Dr. Crom, 131 Shore Side Trail, Hawthorne, Fl, 32640.