What’s Friction Jeweling any way? In 1924, Hamilton took credit for the first improvement in jeweling since Nicolas Facio patented the use of jewels in watches in 1704. Hamilton called their system “improved jeweling”. Now, the Swiss claim they invented friction jeweling, but they haven’t produced any names or dates to substantiate their claim that […]

If you have followed this website you know that the focus has changed. The transition began before Christmas 2013.  I’ve gone from showcasing Hamilton wristwatches for identification to a broader mission. The emphasis on Hamilton Watch Company remains, and will encompass tracking of wristwatches and pocket watches. Economic conditions affect the price of Hamilton products.

(The link to download the guide exists at the bottom of the page). One of my friends said, “I can do anything with a staking set and a lathe, but I prefer specialized tools.” I agree with him. I look for tools that can help me do a better job at watchmaking. Sometimes those specialized

For watchmakers and hobbyist who do maintenance or repair on Hamilton movements, you probably have found a need for a staking set. If you’re like me, you only have training for balance wheel staking. I’ve bought a number of books, downloaded PDFs, dug material out of watchmakers manuals. I have spent too much money and

People know Kendrick and Davis or K&D for their staking sets. From 1903 – 1997, the company owned the staking tool market. People also knew K&D for their other tools and accessories. Recently, I tried to chase down one of their model train engine catalogs, for example. I would like to see that. During K&D’s

K&D made adjustable roller removers styled after the Rex product. K&D manufactured their first product  iteration as a small one. It has the same catalog number as the second or updated version. All three do the same job with the same style stump. The balance staff is placed inside the open stump. The stump is

DirectionsSelect proper hole in Staking Tool die to let hub of staff through: place balance with staff to be removed in same. Set remover over same and insert its pu!1ch through staking tool andmain body of remover. Holding punch in position over.. pivot with finger of right hand tighten knurled remover nut upwards against staking

This is a  K&D 18R Deluxe Staking Set in Mint Condition. Made in the mid-1990’s, it sold new for $1500. This is one of the finest staking sets ever made. On December 18, 2013, the sale price for this set at auction went for US $291.69 Extended Staking Tools Frame Complete with Die Plate, Micrometer

The Model 18B staking frame is the sturdiest frame made by K&D. It’s the successor to the Model 17.  The Company manufactured these for  watchmakers wanting a large die plate and a strong anvil. This frame shipped without jeweling tools, however, K&D made a jeweling attachment if a watchmaker wanted that functionality. Before K&D added

This is K&D No. 43-350B. Also referred to as the 50B K&D bundled this model and its punch with their top of the line Inverto 18R Deluxe Staking sets. They also sold the 50 & 50B components as an accessories.. When you see a “B” next to a K&D product number, you can count on