The fascination of clockwork - a look behind the scenes
Pure mechanics - the art of cogwheels
Mechanical movements are true masterpieces of engineering. They have been reliably measuring time for centuries without electronics, using only a finely tuned interplay of springs, cogwheels and escapements.
- Manual winding: The mainspring is tensioned manually and drives the movement.
- Automatic: An oscillating weight uses the wearer's movements to wind the spring independently.
The result: a gentle ticking sound and the unrivalled grace of mechanical precision.
Quartz - precision through oscillation
Quartz movements have revolutionised the watch market since the 1970s. A tiny quartz crystal begins to vibrate with high precision as soon as it is energised. These oscillations control the watch mechanism - precisely to within a few seconds per month.
- Battery-operated
- Robust and low-maintenance
- Ideal for everyday use and often less expensive
Radio-controlled clocks - time to the beat of the atomic clock
It doesn't get much more precise than this: radio-controlled clocks receive time signals directly from atomic clock transmitters. This means they automatically set themselves correctly - summer time, winter time and even time shifts are taken care of by themselves.
Care and spare parts - to keep the clock ticking
Whether mechanical, quartz or radio-controlled, every clock needs the right care
- Mechanical watches should be cleaned and oiled regularly.
- Quartz watches need a battery change and occasionally new seals.
- Spare parts such as springs, glasses, crowns or bracelets extend the service life and preserve the beauty.
With the right accessories and expertise, watch enthusiasts and watchmakers can often carry out small repairs themselves.
Bergeon WatchCare Kit - watch care set
€149.99*
Very practical savings set and optimal combination from BERGEON for your sustainable and effective watch care!
• Original BERGEON quality
And the best: You save 20% with the set compared to the individual prices!
Scope of delivery:
• 1x emery file to freshen up - our reference 337008
• 1x cleaning stick made of polyamide - our reference 220485
• 1x GlassClean Spray - our reference 358980
• 1x spring eyelet tool / spring bar tool - our reference 337770
• 1x hand brush, black, 18mm, 4 rows - our reference 358978
• 4x impregnated cleaning wipes - our reference 358981
• 1x microfiber cloth - our reference 358979
• 1x magnifying glass 4x magnification - our reference 216055
• Delivered in a practical case - everything to hand
All tools and care products available in the scope of delivery can also be reordered individually using the above-mentioned reference numbers. (Set of polishing files 337008 as a set of 10; impregnated cleaning cloths 358981 as a pack of 40)
SWISS MADE (except 337008, 358979, 358980, 358981 and 216055)
PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS:
• 337008 - Polishing File: Perfect for polishing bracelets and watch cases. JAPAN quality
• 220485 - Cleaning swabs: Made of polyamide, resistant to pressure and many cleaning agents and solvents. One end pointed and one end flat. This swab can be used as a cleaning swab or for pressing or lifting sensitive components such as bridges or wheels.
• 358980 - Glass spray: Spray for cleaning the watch glasses. For use with the enclosed microfiber cloth
• 358979 - microfiber cloth: soft, lint-free, effective. Particularly soft and therefore particularly recommended for wiping off very scratch-sensitive pieces as well as anti-reflective watch glasses. Made of 100% fabric microfibre, excellent absorbency, washable at a maximum of 40 ° C.
• 337770 - Spring bar tool: Tool for setting and removing the spring eyelets, SWISS MADE
• 358981 - Impregnated cloths: For any cleaning of greasy parts or surfaces. USA quality. Properties: 70% isopropyl and 2% chlorhexidine clukomat, dimensions approx. 127 x 152 mm (approximate dimensions, may vary), abrasion-resistant, fast evaporation, does not endanger the ozone layer, does not attack plastics, disposable items.
• 216055 - Magnifying glass 4x magnification: Black plastic frame with screwed, grooved brass ring, only 19g light.
• 358978 - Hand brush: Compact, handy, black FSC maple hand brush, with 18 mm horsehair bristles, 4 rows. Product dimensions approx. 80 x 16 x 26mm. SWISS MADE.
Watchmaker Tool set
€22.99*
Accessories include, for example: case opener for screw bases including various bits, opener for pressed bases, stainless steel tweezers, 100 spring pins in various sizes, housing holder, anti-magnetic screwdriver, spring bar tool, hammer, pin extractor, replacement pins. In a practical nylon bag.
Book Gear cutting+Milling... German edition
€130.99*
Size: 205 x 270 mm. 60 pages. Several examples and illustrations.