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Carla discusses feedback on the
Aussie version of the Torsion Times |
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Attentive discussion |
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We now talk about our latest
project - restoration competition, what does this mean? |
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Here's an entry - a sentimental
clock nearly destroyed in a fire - what a challenge |
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An entry with green lacquer and a
missing ball |
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Just look at the problems with this
dial - all great challenges to be judged on a 10 point system |
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The workshop was on dial
restoration |
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How did this happen, can it be
repaired? |
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Silvered dials are very difficult
and require silk screening |
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Yes, porcelain dials are easier to
repair with cold enameling, but not cheap |
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Paper dials are the easiest |
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Blow up a copy 150% and white out
the cracks etc. then reduce back and print on coloured
card |
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Decals are available from
Timesavers and others |
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We also looked at look a likes -
battery driven |
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Typically there is a battery for
the clock and battery for the pendulum, although this one only
uses one |
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Now this is an unusual Hettich in a
4 glass arrangement |
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Battery for the movement |
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Well protected by a porcelain back
cover, however the case construction is not high quality |
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A wall version |
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Complete with Battery movement |
