There is no good reason why a ratchet screw is reverse threaded. In fact, it is a bad idea because the screw could be undone as the ratchet wheel turns in a clockwise direction. A crown wheel screw is reverse threaded because as the wheel turns in an anti-clockwise direction it would tighten the screw if it was at loose. All modern watch movements have a normal clockwise to tighten ratchet screws, so if the screw was loose the clockwise direction of the wheel would tighten the screw and not unscrew it. Sometimes you'll look at how a movement is designed and say to yourself, 'That's a bad idea!' Great video and very entertaining, as always. Nice one Alec!
I thoroughly enjoyed your video, like those before. I also appreciate that you work with vintage watches that do not carry one of those household names. You don't see too often a watchmaker leaving his desk, not to mention going outside. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to your next video.
Hello again! Reverse threads are so the wheel isn't turning in the same direction as the thread so it cant back out. (disclaimer, this tinkerer made this up but it sounds plausible) thank you for another great video Bravo sir!
Hi Andy, exactly, the reverse thread makes sense on the crown wheel, but what confuses me is why on a few watches is it reversed on the ratchet wheel too?
Great video! I can't believe you dropped it lol. Nice tip on the setting leaver; I never thought about it. I'm going to steal that, for sure. I swear, this is the second time I've had to subscribe to you. That is, unless I forgot the first time, but I'm pretty sure it's not my goldfish memory; it's RUclips that's at fault.
thanks for the top tip on the settings lever in the keyless works, I'll try and remember that if I ever get enough knowledge to attempt a repair, soon methinks, aside , your push to record technique in your audio often clips off your voiceovers at the end too fast, no harm to be aware, give it some berth on the keypress good sir, thank you for the knowledge and insight
What a great narrative..sounding like 'Robin Leach'..'and spring shenanigans...Great video. Still running when landing in a grassy knoll..!!! Ok. But nice work on the servicing...Kudos
Just found this channel. I have to say that the combination of 1930s-era Trans-Atlantic accent, British humor as dry as one of your martinis, and a wealth of information not just about the timepiece itself but also the movement and its complete service is a winning formula. Subscribed and looking forward to many more! To improve your quality, I would suggest implementing the triple-screen layout that Saving Time pioneered. It really would allow for a more comprehensive look at whatever you happen to be working on. Also, if you are indeed using an external mike to record your voiceover, invest in some editing software to remove the pops and wavers out of it if you aren't already doing so. Audacity is a good one for basic personal use. Free too! I also agree with your thoughts on the AS 984. A solid quality movement for the era, but nothing too technically audacious or luxurious in finish. Seems Adolf Schild really was the ETA of its day before ETA rose to the prominence it enjoys now! In addition, I myself am a hobbyist watchmaker, although not on RUclips. Your techniques are all well and good, certainly no worse than what I can do. As I specialize in Soviet watches, and have collected a number of interesting projects from those state-owned factories over my time, I believe you'd get a real kick out of one of them. I'm prepared to donate several to the channel. As the term "donation" implies, you wouldn't have to pay a single English equivalent of kopeck and they're yours to keep. Just say the word and I'll prepare the donation and supply you with more info on them.
Hi Jake, welcome aboard. Thank you for the very kind offer, my “project draw” (we all have one) all already has so many movements waiting I couldn’t take another in good conscience. I’ve worked on a few Soviet movements, always interesting to see a different way of doing things.
@@GentlemensWatchServicesAye. You’re correct, I myself have a project drawer so I know that feel. The USSR certainly did watchmaking their own way, regardless of whether the movement in question was simple or technically audacious. Lovely little things. I do hope my feedback was useful as well. Ta-ta for now!
Loved this video even if I was a little late to the party. Is there a reason you usually put the Barrell complete back in after the other wheels in the train? I usually put it in first as it usually needs to slip below the second and third wheel. The Barrell arbor also looked loose. Did you not address that as you were planning your rigorous testing? Thanks.
Hi Nick. No reason. Regarding the barrel arbour, this was a rigorously scientific test applying the highest standards, I didn't want to invalidate the results by modifying parts. Cheers!
Dude awesome video 😁 very informative and most importantly entertaining. FYI if you don’t really know it’s reverse threaded so it doesn’t come undone during operation. 👍👍👍 keep up the great work and can’t wait for the next one.
Thank you! I was wondering about that, but both the crown wheel and ratchet wheel are reverse threaded but they turn in opposite directions….its a mystery to me
@@GentlemensWatchServices I\ve seen this before no idea why really. Maybe It was cheaper to make two screws the same than one left and one right hand threaded, and the crown wheel has to be reverse threaded, so you end up with this arrangement. They pinched some pennies, which is the best explanation I can think of. Could be wrong though, but a reversed threaded ratchet wheel is a bad idea lol
With your proper newsreader's English voice, you make us proud of this virtue of the English trade. Well done
Thank you
I am struggling not to envision you in bustier and stockings a la Tim Curry in Rocky Horror Picture Show perfecting your watchmaking craft.
The video is indeed fabulous
@@justinheimsch9962 it’s just the most comfortable thing to wear in the workshop
There is no good reason why a ratchet screw is reverse threaded. In fact, it is a bad idea because the screw could be undone as the ratchet wheel turns in a clockwise direction. A crown wheel screw is reverse threaded because as the wheel turns in an anti-clockwise direction it would tighten the screw if it was at loose.
All modern watch movements have a normal clockwise to tighten ratchet screws, so if the screw was loose the clockwise direction of the wheel would tighten the screw and not unscrew it.
Sometimes you'll look at how a movement is designed and say to yourself, 'That's a bad idea!'
Great video and very entertaining, as always. Nice one Alec!
Thank you Jon, it does seem an odd choice.
Came for the commentary, stayed for horological edification. A perfect companion for my tea and hot crumpet.😊
The correct way to live one’s life
I thoroughly enjoyed your video, like those before. I also appreciate that you work with vintage watches that do not carry one of those household names. You don't see too often a watchmaker leaving his desk, not to mention going outside. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to your next video.
…and the waterproof claim?!
I’d normally assume it’s bogus, but based on the drop test result it’s probably good down to 3,000 meters
WOOO, I guess I just found another watch service channel to watch, quality can improve, but I enjoyed the video and I will watch more!
Welcome aboard! Oh, btw, where do you want to see quality improvements? Always looking for viewer input.
Hello again! Reverse threads are so the wheel isn't turning in the same direction as the thread so it cant back out. (disclaimer, this tinkerer made this up but it sounds plausible) thank you for another great video Bravo sir!
Hi Andy, exactly, the reverse thread makes sense on the crown wheel, but what confuses me is why on a few watches is it reversed on the ratchet wheel too?
Yes sir that is a mystery @@GentlemensWatchServices
I see a bright future for this channel! You got my subscription!
Hi, thank you!
Great video! I can't believe you dropped it lol. Nice tip on the setting leaver; I never thought about it. I'm going to steal that, for sure. I swear, this is the second time I've had to subscribe to you. That is, unless I forgot the first time, but I'm pretty sure it's not my goldfish memory; it's RUclips that's at fault.
Thanks David, I did it for science!
thanks for the top tip on the settings lever in the keyless works,
I'll try and remember that if I ever get enough knowledge to attempt a repair,
soon methinks,
aside , your push to record technique in your audio often clips off your voiceovers at the end too fast,
no harm to be aware, give it some berth on the keypress good sir,
thank you for the knowledge and insight
Great video sir 👍😁 fabulous work.
Thank you!
What a great narrative..sounding like 'Robin Leach'..'and spring shenanigans...Great video. Still running when landing in a grassy knoll..!!! Ok. But nice work on the servicing...Kudos
Thanks again!
This is GOLD.
Just found this channel. I have to say that the combination of 1930s-era Trans-Atlantic accent, British humor as dry as one of your martinis, and a wealth of information not just about the timepiece itself but also the movement and its complete service is a winning formula. Subscribed and looking forward to many more! To improve your quality, I would suggest implementing the triple-screen layout that Saving Time pioneered. It really would allow for a more comprehensive look at whatever you happen to be working on. Also, if you are indeed using an external mike to record your voiceover, invest in some editing software to remove the pops and wavers out of it if you aren't already doing so. Audacity is a good one for basic personal use. Free too!
I also agree with your thoughts on the AS 984. A solid quality movement for the era, but nothing too technically audacious or luxurious in finish. Seems Adolf Schild really was the ETA of its day before ETA rose to the prominence it enjoys now!
In addition, I myself am a hobbyist watchmaker, although not on RUclips. Your techniques are all well and good, certainly no worse than what I can do. As I specialize in Soviet watches, and have collected a number of interesting projects from those state-owned factories over my time, I believe you'd get a real kick out of one of them. I'm prepared to donate several to the channel. As the term "donation" implies, you wouldn't have to pay a single English equivalent of kopeck and they're yours to keep. Just say the word and I'll prepare the donation and supply you with more info on them.
Hi Jake, welcome aboard. Thank you for the very kind offer, my “project draw” (we all have one) all already has so many movements waiting I couldn’t take another in good conscience. I’ve worked on a few Soviet movements, always interesting to see a different way of doing things.
@@GentlemensWatchServicesAye. You’re correct, I myself have a project drawer so I know that feel. The USSR certainly did watchmaking their own way, regardless of whether the movement in question was simple or technically audacious. Lovely little things. I do hope my feedback was useful as well. Ta-ta for now!
Left hand thread definitely to make sure those don't become loosened
Loved this video even if I was a little late to the party. Is there a reason you usually put the Barrell complete back in after the other wheels in the train? I usually put it in first as it usually needs to slip below the second and third wheel. The Barrell arbor also looked loose. Did you not address that as you were planning your rigorous testing? Thanks.
Hi Nick. No reason. Regarding the barrel arbour, this was a rigorously scientific test applying the highest standards, I didn't want to invalidate the results by modifying parts. Cheers!
Best ending ever, well done! 🤣
Lot of fun to make, and it survived!
You're not a bad watchmaker
Hello sir , Do you read The Chap magazine? You sound like you do!
I’ve not heard of it, but thanks for the introduction. Just checked it out, seems a very sensible publication,
Dude awesome video 😁 very informative and most importantly entertaining. FYI if you don’t really know it’s reverse threaded so it doesn’t come undone during operation. 👍👍👍 keep up the great work and can’t wait for the next one.
Thank you! I was wondering about that, but both the crown wheel and ratchet wheel are reverse threaded but they turn in opposite directions….its a mystery to me
@@GentlemensWatchServices I\ve seen this before no idea why really. Maybe It was cheaper to make two screws the same than one left and one right hand threaded, and the crown wheel has to be reverse threaded, so you end up with this arrangement. They pinched some pennies, which is the best explanation I can think of. Could be wrong though, but a reversed threaded ratchet wheel is a bad idea lol
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