CR-100 – Kitchen Clock Repair. Four Days, 9AM to 5PM – This introductory clock repair course covers repair and adjustment of the open mainspring, eight day, time and strike movement typically found in American kitchen and mantle clocks. Focus is on disassembly, cleaning, repair, reassembly, lubrication and movement adjustment. Nomenclature will be taught as well as the theory of time train calculation. Specific skills taught include mainspring letdown, disassembly, cleaning, bushing installation, mainspring replacement, pivot polishing, escapement and strike train repair. Pivot polishing equipment will be provided. Students must bring an American open escapement clock and minimum hand tools to class. This course is intended as a clock repair foundation class for those who want to maintain their own collection and those who plan to take more advanced classes. Pre-requisites: none.

CR-200 – Spring Barrel Clock Repair.   Four Days, 9AM to 5PM – This class focuses on clocks with movements incorporating two enclosed spring barrels, time and strike. Many of these wall and mantel clocks were produced in the 1800’s and early 1900’s in America, England and Germany. Students are required to bring a clock with closed rather than open springs. (Do not bring a French clock; covered in a separate class. ) Preference is a rack and snail strike mechanism, but count wheel movements are acceptable. Skills learned will build on those acquired in CR-100, including movement disassembly/ re-assembly, cleaning, pivot polishing, use of mainspring winders, calculation of appropriate spring lengths, and the use of rate timers. Students are asked to bring minimum tools from a list provided upon registration. A lab fee may be collected to defray material costs. Pre-requisite: CR-100.

3. Clock Movement Repair – Intermediate Level (CR):

SR-100 – French Clock Repair. Two Days, 9AM to 5PM – This class focuses on repair procedures unique to French clocks with pendulum movements. As this work is more advanced, students must have taken one of the prerequisites listed below prior to registering for this class. Students must bring a complete French pendulum clock movement to work on in class. The course consists of lectures, specific instruction on pivot replacement in hardened arbors, and the designs of different French clock movements. Also covered are dead beat and recoil escapements, analysis of time trains and count-wheel and as well as rack and snail strike systems. Ample time is given for the student to disassemble, analyze their movement and make repairs and adjustments in class. The student is required to bring certain tools to use in this class and a tool list will be sent to students upon registration. Pre-requisite: CR-200 or FSW F-102.

SR-200 – Adjusting Common Clock Escapements.  Two Days, 9AM to 5PM – A class designed to introduce students to the adjustment of strip recoil and deadbeat (including half- or semi- deadbeat) escapements used in many American and European clocks. Through lecture, demonstration and hands-on practice, the workshop will teach students how to differentiate between escapement types, how each works, and how to adjust for accurate clock operation. Focus will be on learning to adjust both strip recoil and deadbeat escapements, correct escape wheel irregularities and troubleshoot verge problems. Students will be provided with an American style, single-train kitchen clock movement to learn basic escapement functioning. Students must bring an operating American open mainspring clock movement to work on in class. Movements should have an outside-the-plate escape wheel and verge (strip recoil or half deadbeat) and include all working parts – pendulum, springs, suspension, etc. Students are asked to bring tools recommended for CR-100 and CD-200. A complete class tool list will be provided upon registration. Pre-requisites: CR-100 and CR-200.

SR-201 – Fusee Clock Repair. Two Days, 9AM to 5PM – This course covers the analysis, disassembly, cleaning, repair, adjustment and reassembly of one- and two-train Fusee clock movements. The movements which are available today were mainly produced in England but sometimes in Continental Europe during the 1700 and 1800’s, although the earliest examples date from the 1500’s. Elements of operation and repair procedures unique to Fusee movements will be covered. The student is asked to bring a 1- or 2-train Fusee movement to work on in class. Students need to bring tools required for CR-100 and CR-200 classes and a complete tool list will be provided upon registration. Pre-requisites: CR-100, CR-200 and CR-300.

TE-100 – Jewelers Lathe. One Day, 9AM to 5PM – A course designed to provide basic skills in operating the Jewelers Lathe for small tool construction and repair projects. Demonstrations will be given on how to disassemble, clean, reassemble and adjust a Jewelers lathe. Students will be shown how to make properly sharpened gravers. The instructor will demonstrate correct use of gravers to turn both brass and steel. The student will learn basic turning, facing, drilling and tapping operations on the lathe. Accurate measurements of turnings on the lathe using rulers, calipers and micrometers will be emphasized. Students will be given plans to make small tools as a class project, such as a brass, double-sided abrasive tool. Information on how to assess and buy a good lathe will be discussed. Students do not need to own a Jewelers Lathe to take the class, but if they own one they are asked to bring it along with any attachments, a 50mm. collet set, micrometer and 6-inch metal, inch-scale ruler. Additional equipment to bring includes magnification (such as an Optivisor), a pin vise, table lamp, and bench block. The instructor will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the Jewelers lathe in contrast to the Microlathe for those interested in purchasing a lathe. Pre-requisites: none.

TE-101 – Micro Lathe. One Day, 9AM to 5PM – This class is designed to instruct the student in the basic skills of operating a small (Micro) lathe such as the Sherline or Unimat. Instruction will be given in the setup, adjustment, available accessories, and use of a Micro lathe. Students will learn turning, boring, facing and drilling operations on the lathe. Class projects include sharping cutting tools and making a die tool holder for the lathe. The student is asked to bring their lathe and attachments. A limited number of lathes are available for the student to use during class. Please contact the instructor for availability. The instructor will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the Jewelers lathe in contrast to the Micro lathe for those interested in buying a lathe. Pre-requisites: none.

TE-102 – Advanced Micro Lathe Projects. Two Days, 9AM to 5PM – This class allows students to continue developing lathe skills and finish projects started in the Jewelers Lathe (TE-100) and Micro lathe (TE-101) classes. The student may select any of a number of projects to complete under the supervision of the instructor. The instructor will provide drawings and specifications for additional projects such as: turning a tapered pivot pin, drilling and installing pivots on shafts, making a steel shafted grinding wheel, making steel punches and practice using a graver. The student is asked to bring their lathe and attachments. A limited number of lathes are available for the student to use during

TE-103 – Microset Precision Clock Timer Class. One Day, 9AM to 5PM – This class provides instruct on the functions and operations of the Microset Clock Timer – Model 2 and Clock and Watch Timer – Model 3. The focus of this class is on assessing clock functions. Topics covered include: overview of Microset functions, measuring clock rate using acoustic and optical sensors, speaker functions, blanking window, averaging, pendulum error and adjustment, beat error, strike mode analysis, count and rate finder modes and tachometer mode. Students will learn how the Microset can be connected to a computer to measure clock functions over time. This class does not cover watch analysis using the Microset-3. Students are not required to own a Microset to attend the class, however, information provided in the class should assist the students in deciding if they want to invest in this clock analysis tool. Those who do own either a Model 2 or 3 Microset are asked to bring the instrument and all the accessories they have to class, plus a working clock that can be analyzed. Pre-requisites: none.

CD-100 – Wood Clock Case Restoration. Two Days, 9AM to 5PM – The goal of this introductory level class is to teach historically accurate restoration of wooden clock cases. Many wooden mantel, wall and tall-cases clocks made in the 18th and 19th centuries now require restoration. Students will be instructed in the assessment of case finish and appropriate corrective procedures. Techniques ranging from cleaning and waxing to total refinishing will be addressed. Where finishes are severely deteriorated, instruction will be given concerning color restoration and appropriate top coat application. Because many of these early clock cases had shellac top coats, the class covers applying shellac and French Polishing using period materials and techniques. Most supplies and sample projects will be provided to practice restoration techniques in class. Additionally students are encouraged to bring their own wooden clock case without the movement and glass to begin assessment and restoration work. Limited information will be provided concerning wood stabilization and veneering. Pre-requisites: none.

CD-101 – Workshops in Dial Restoration. Two Days, 9AM to 5PM – This is a series of two-day workshops covering various aspects of dial restoration. Potential topics include: dial painting, re-silvering and wax replacement. Topics vary depending on sufficient student interest and instructor availability. Pre-requisites: none.

CD-102 – Workshops in Tablet, Statue, and Case Ornamentation Restoration. Two Days, 9AM to 5PM – This is a series of two-day classes covering various aspects of clock case and ornamentation restoration. Potential topics include: statue repair and refinishing, reverse glass transfer painting, molding and casting, stenciling on wood and glass, tablet painting, veneer replacement and gold leafing. Topics vary depending on sufficient student interest and instructor availability. Pre-requisites: none.

CD-200 – Wood Clock Case Restoration II.   Three Days, 9AM to 5PM – This workshop is the second of a two course sequence designed to teach historically accurate restoration of wooden clock cases. In the first class (CD-100) students are taught to assess case finish and given projects designed to teach appropriate restoration. The goal of this second workshop is to assist students in applying and enhancing skills learned in CD-100 to restore their own wooden clock case. The first class day will focus on veneering and repairing the structural aspects of the students’ cases. The next two days will focus on restoring color and topcoat finish. Students are asked to bring a shelf, wall or mantel clock that can be restored in the three class days even if not totally finished. Students should avoid clocks that have very unique restoration needs like gold leafing, missing columns, faux finishes such as tortoise-shell, finishes that require gesso and where parts would require turning on a lathe. Students will be given instruction and may practice making missing molding by hand, but this will be limited given time constraints. It is best to remove and not bring the clock works and faces, which could be damaged. Supplies and tools needed for restoration will be supplied. Once enrolled, students will be given a list of optional tools they may want to bring. Given this a more advanced class, there will be ample opportunity for student to share knowledge about restoration. If the student has special case restoration needs or questions, please contact the instructor via e-mail or phone. Pre-requisite: CD-100

OW-100  – Open Bench Workshop. One Day, 9AM to 3PM – All Chapter members are welcome to attend this series of open bench workshops. Members may bring a clock or watch movement and receive expert advice on how to clean, conduct repairs and make adjustments. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own repair tools but can also use Chapter equipment. These free flowing workshops are designed for fun, fellowship, learning and mentoring. The workshops are held quarterly and upcoming workshops are listed in the Chapter calendar. Because these are informal, members can arrive and leave whenever they choose. Registration is not required but a small fee is collected during the workshop to buy pizza and soft drinks. Fees also contribute to maintaining Chapter equipment. Pre-requisites: none.

OW-101 – Evening Open Bench Workshop. One Evening, 4PM to 9PM – These open workshops are similar to OW-100 except they are shorter and offered in the evening. Typically they meet on the second Tuesday of each month. Upcoming workshops are listed in the Chapter calendar. Pre-requisites: none.

OW-102 – Pocket Watch Workshop. Two Days, 9AM to 5PM – This workshop offers the beginning and intermediate student additional skills repairing and troubleshooting pocket watches. Students in this workshop must have taken basic watch courses or have comparable watch repair experience. Students should have the knowledge and skill to disassemble, clean, re-assemble and adjust an American 18 Size pocket watch. Assistance is offered by one or more experienced watch repairers, but formal instruction is not given. Students are asked to share knowledge with each other and each student learns by watching the experienced watch repairer help others. Students are asked to bring their own basic tools and one or more American 18 Size watch to repair. Pre-requisites: NAWCC F-301 or Beginning Pocket Watch Repair (WR-100 and WR-200).