skyeriding
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That's a good question
For clocks, the trick is to look for any shafts that are square. This is so that you can have a good "grip" on the shaft to turn it (i.e. transmit high torque), to wind the barrel.
Also, within the same area you will notice gears are made of steel, not brass. Steel is a high strength material which can safely transmit the high torque needed to wind the barrel, which brass lacks.
EDIT: I just watched a video, where the entire bezel can be turned to reveal a hole/cutout, which you can then slot in the winding crank to wind the bezel or set the time, etc.
On the reverse, you can see how the gears link towards the fusee - which is the cone-shaped drum that acts as the constant force device. Now, keen observers would notice something unique - there are actually two fusee and chains in this clock! If I had to guess, this is equivalent to the idea of a wristwatch having mainsprings in parallel.
In this case, The winding arbor is visible around 4 o'clock. The description of the clock however, says winding is "remote on bezel". My guess is that by turning the bezel, it engages an internal ring gear that turns this arbor. I can't tell from the photos alone.
EDIT: I just watched a video, where the entire bezel can be turned to reveal a hole/cutout, which you can then slot in the winding crank to wind the bezel or set the time, etc.
On the reverse, you can see how the gears link towards the fusee - which is the cone-shaped drum that acts as the constant force device. Now, keen observers would notice something unique - there are actually two fusee and chains in this clock! If I had to guess, this is equivalent to the idea of a wristwatch having mainsprings in parallel.
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skyeriding
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That's a good question
For clocks, the trick is to look for any shafts that are square. This is so that you can have a good "grip" on the shaft to turn it (i.e. transmit high torque), to wind the barrel. Also, within the same area you will notice gears are made of steel, not br...
I'll be "that guy" and share some comments
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Wow, impressive movement.
The overall look? not for me, but what do I know? I don't own a yacht. Thanks. Vte
what an impressive - and overwelming piece of Horology
I am definately impressed and just trying to grasp bits of it. thanks for sharing. HAGWE
I am just torn between adding this or the Opheon to my collection.
(Sigh.) Decisions.
