Why is my pocket watch not winding?
Common Winding Problems If the winding crown (or key) turns forever and you never build up any mainspring tension, then your mainspring is very likely broken (or missing). If the winding crown (or key) won’t turn in either direction, then the watch is probably fully wound and won’t run because of some other problem.
Is it hard to date a Gruen pocket watch?
I find it can be very difficult to date a Gruen pocket watch. So, I could use any help in doing so. And, is there any way to identify the same watch to get for parts – other than the caliber number (can’t get people on eBay to take the balance out to look for the caliber number!)?
What kind of movement is on a Gruen pocket watch?
Click to expand… The safest way is to find a 381 donor movement, but many parts are interchangeable with the 380, 385, 386. Main spring, balance staff, winding stem, setting gear parts, etc. are the same for all 4 calibers.
Where can I find the serial number on my Gruen Watch?
Be sure and check to see if your CASE’S serial number is in these newly published tables that can be found on the Serial Numbers page. The date the case was manufactured will be specific to your watch.
What is the caliber number on a Gruen veri thin pocket watch?
There is no second 3-digit number, which apparently would have been for style number – a deficiency which apparently is common for the Veri-Thin and for Gruen watches made in Switzerland. (Curiously, I notice the caliber number matches the diameter in mm — 38.1 mm to 381 caliber number.) That’s all the information on it.
I find it can be very difficult to date a Gruen pocket watch. So, I could use any help in doing so. And, is there any way to identify the same watch to get for parts – other than the caliber number (can’t get people on eBay to take the balance out to look for the caliber number!)?
Why are Gruen watches worn on the wrist?
Back then, if you wanted to make sure you were on time for that very special date, you needed to check your watch. However, it was a hassle whenever you had to remove your hand from the wheel to check the time. With that in mind, Gruen Watches decided to design a watch whose case could be worn on the side of the wrist.
When did the Gruen Watch Company stop making watches?
Over the years, other companies have sold watches under the Gruen name, but the original company ceased to exist in 1958. Gruen watches are notoriously difficult to date. No accurate date/serial number records exist for Gruen watches.
What kind of pocket watch is Gruen precision?
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