Do you Grease the Crown Wheel and Castle Wheel?

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  • January 4, 2015 at 1:49 pm #49383
    maitai11
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      Hey Fellas,

      I saw a guy do this while he was servicing a Rolex watch. However, I wasn’t all that impressed with his technique, work environment, work flow, and…dirty fingernails.

      But I wanted to ask – has anyone ever greased the castle/crown wheel? He gooped it up really well (if you want to put it that way…)

      Best,

      Tim :)

      January 4, 2015 at 7:50 pm #61181
      randy
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        Crown Wheel AKA, ( winding pinion ) and Castle Wheel, AKA ( Clutch gear ).
        I lightly grease the teeth on the crown wheel that meet the teeth on the castle wheel.
        I do the same on the outside of the castle wheel, as it bears against/slides in the “ways”.
        I also lube the stem, so that it glides easily through the slots in both gears Tim
        Hope this helps…and that I explained it correctly !

        Randy

        January 4, 2015 at 11:14 pm #61182
        maitai11
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          Thank you Randy,

          As usual, you provide solid advice with a firm basis for your actions. Ever think of becoming a watchmaker? :):):)

          Best,

          Tim :)

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