SSTEEL 0 Posted January 16, 2014 I used to have a cast iron crystal press but when I used it to press a crystal for the first time the cast iron fractured and fell apart !! What a heap of shit ! I had one do exactly the same on me, which prompted me to post this thread.... :P Don't Buy Cheap Tools - You have been warned Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olly 0 Posted January 17, 2014 Thats the one !! What a load of shite !!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olly 0 Posted January 18, 2014 That Bergeon bezel remover looks awesome !!!!! Check this out ! Perfect because it wont leave a mark at all ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSTEEL 0 Posted January 19, 2014 Thats the only video anywhere of one being used too. Looking forward to getting mine, will certainly get my moneys worth out of it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olly 0 Posted January 19, 2014 I'll bet ! Keep us posted Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSTEEL 0 Posted January 20, 2014 Will do, and will share some videos too showing how it's used. Will mainly be TC subs, but will try watch models as and when I get them in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSTEEL 0 Posted January 30, 2014 Couple of more investments, as you may remember, my dust blower from the RWG kit has served me well, but it had started to spit crap out so replacement is a Bergeon model it mimicked. Also wanted one of these for a while, its really handy for keeping your screwdrivers, and tweezers secure on your bench. Both available from cousinsuk. The next things on the list are, a second daylight watchmakers light for my second bench, a replacement jaw bezel tool. Cousins are sending me a replacement for free, and the Swiss version too My Horotec press main shaft snapped on me whilst pressing in a Breitling crystal, was not happy, but again, cousinsuk have been really helpful and contacted Horotec for a replacement. A quartz, yes, quartz Tissot replacement movement for my Tissot T670 rebuild. And load of other stuff that I will detail here once they arrive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pseudonym 0 Posted January 30, 2014 This thread is like porn for a watchmaker... I can see you're well prepared for any eventuality lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSTEEL 0 Posted January 30, 2014 Some more eye candy, my Cape Cod stash :P Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kcore 0 Posted January 30, 2014 This is such a GREAT thread - I really enjoy coming back to see everyones' additions. Thanks Mick! BTW- I couldn't help but notice the "pith" wood chunks in the background of the dust blower pic. How and what do you use them for? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSTEEL 0 Posted January 30, 2014 They are great for cleaning left over oil from my oilers, and also a quick stab with tweezers or screwdriver ensures the tips are clean before work Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olly 0 Posted January 30, 2014 IVe just picked up some new bits also !! Bergeon CF Movement holder Bergeon Eye Loup, Adjustable Bergeon dial protectors A*F Swiss screwdriver Set with 2 extra blades with each screwdriver ( 9 from 0.5- 3mm Dim ) That wood slices thing also to clean pinions and screwdrivers :lol: ill put some pics on here later !! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSTEEL 0 Posted January 30, 2014 Good investments Olly. I used to have the same revolving A*F screwdriver set, good value for money, and great quality too. I see you have a drawer, this is something I am working on, a couple of drawers unit, which one will house my polishing/buffing wheels on top in an enclosure under my bench with my drill press on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olly 0 Posted January 30, 2014 Yer, it used to be my old computer desk but now its been converted slightly ! I've also got a Dremel 8100 arriving tomorrow or saturday !! So excited Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSTEEL 0 Posted January 30, 2014 Yer, it used to be my old computer desk but now its been converted slightly ! I've also got a Dremel 8100 arriving tomorrow or saturday !! So excited You want to get the flex shaft for your dremel mate, so useful, and if you get yourself a mini vice, you can attach the flex shaft in the vice to create a mini grinding wheel/cutter etc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olly 0 Posted January 30, 2014 Thats what i was thinking but i already have a belt sander in my garage. It has a cotton and felt wheel for polishing larger thing with less attention to detail. This new dremel has got a 3000-30000rpm range so it is perfect for buffing polished areas. I will get a mini vice soon also. Where do you get these flex shafts ? Sounds like a plan I CBA to go out the the garage 3-5 times to get the polish right. ITs far easier to see under the extreme light in the watchmaking room Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSTEEL 0 Posted January 31, 2014 You can pick up universal flexi shafts on ebay for rotary tools, and also dremel specific ones there too mate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kcore 0 Posted January 31, 2014 Nice tools and work area Olly! I like how creative you are using a bracelet block upside down to hold your tweezers, Excellent! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olly 0 Posted January 31, 2014 Nice tools and work area Olly! I like how creative you are using a bracelet block upside down to hold your tweezers, Excellent! Haha cheers mate ! It was an accident that I started using it for that but it does the trick very well Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSTEEL 0 Posted February 5, 2014 Few photos of my latest set up.. As you can see, I'm still using a 1940's Herbert Anglepoise lamp over my right hand side bench, this will soon be replaced with another daylight. Then the Anglepoise will be moved to the tool area (far left) near drill press. Work bench space is always a valuable resource, and I am always loping for ways to make new space, rearrange my layout etc. I wanted to do something with my Bergeon Final Test machine, and didn't really want to wall mount it as I have planned to put up a couple of shelves the length of my benches, so wanted something else. I finally decided on investing in a flat screen tv stand with desk clamp, and modding the part which usually mounts the flat screen so I could attach my tester. Here's a better shot. It can be moved through 180 degrees, and lowered if needed easily. As you can see, loads of space freed up underneath, so another rearrangement is called for Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT88 1 Posted February 5, 2014 Nice workspace mate! Wish I had space for such a setup too :( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSTEEL 0 Posted February 5, 2014 I know exactly how you must feel my friend. Our old apartment was tiny, and I was unable to have a designated work area. Thankfully we moved to a massive apartment which I'm now reaping the benefits Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
