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I'm officially done with school |
ChrisReale |
Aug 20 2003, 05:52 PM
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Sleazy Group: Members Posts: 2,665 Joined: 20-January 03 From: San Francisco Member No.: 176 |
After two years of grueling work, I am done with watchmaking school. The last three days have been final exams. I find out next week if I get a certificate (if I passed the finals). Having a WOSTEP certificate in watchmaking is like having a PhD from MIT. I enjoyed school, but it was fucking hard. The first year was spent machining, and making small components by hand on a milling machine and lathe. The smallest thing I made was a balance staff with a conical pivot of .05mm in diameter, with a mirror polish. All done by hand. The second year was learning about making precise adjustments to watches, and overhauling them.
I have a few jobs lined up, but Im going to take a few days off, then get on the ball. BTW, did I mention that I am glad to be done? Going to school from 7:30am to 4:30pm five days a week got old after the first week (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) Im off to do a valve adjust on my car now, and because I dont have to get up early for school tommorow, i'll probably have a few beers tonight (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif) |
Brad Roberts |
Aug 20 2003, 05:56 PM
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914 Freak! Group: Members Posts: 19,148 Joined: 23-December 02 Member No.: 8 Region Association: None |
Congrats Chris... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/clap56.gif) Good job.
Somebody will be lucky to hire you. B |
Qarl |
Aug 20 2003, 06:03 PM
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Shriveled member Group: Benefactors Posts: 5,233 Joined: 8-February 03 From: Florida Member No.: 271 Region Association: None |
Chris!
That is so cool! It's really neat to see someone taking up a trade like that. I admire your persistence in completing the program. You will inevitably be well-needed because... well... I don't think I've ever met a watchmaker and I think it's a dying art. So your first project is to make a 1/100th scale model 914! BTW, it was nice hanging out with you in Seattle at the swap meet and Dave's place. Regards, Karl |
Mueller |
Aug 20 2003, 06:14 PM
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914 Freak! Group: Members Posts: 17,146 Joined: 4-January 03 From: Antioch, CA Member No.: 87 Region Association: None |
Can I send you a watch to replace the battery? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
Congrats.....I didn't even know they had watchmaking schools in the US........ Speaking of watches....anyone know if truely good deals can be found on watches in Europe while I'm there?? True story: I went into one of those high-end jewlrey stores a few years ago and asked about this Brietling (sp?) watch...the woman handed it to me and I saw a price tag of about 500 bucks on it...soooo I ask her to figure out how much the total would be with tax and all.....the bill came out to over $3000....the band alone was $500 and the timepiece was $2500 !!!!! for a watch ???? I don't think so......... Handed back the watch and walked out....... |
redshift |
Aug 20 2003, 06:27 PM
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Bless the Hell out of you! Group: Members Posts: 10,926 Joined: 29-June 03 Member No.: 869 |
Awesome, a Doctor of real art! Congratulations!
Two questions: Would you make me a watch with 4 extra hours a day, and will you balance my motor, please? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) I could use the extra hours in the day, but night is ok too.. M |
ChrisReale |
Aug 20 2003, 06:54 PM
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Sleazy Group: Members Posts: 2,665 Joined: 20-January 03 From: San Francisco Member No.: 176 |
QUOTE(Mueller @ Aug 20 2003, 05:14 PM) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/finger.gif) Take it to Sears! Probably wont find many deals in Europe that would beat those found here. Yes watches can get very expensive. I handled a watch that cost $250,000 at a private show. Only a few in existence, and it was a repeater (chimes on the hour, half hour) that sounded so beautiful. Every little piece was hand crafted. her eis a pic of something that is not as expensive, but costs about as much as a 996(IMG:http://www.p178host.com/gogallery/DSCN2086.jpg) |
Bruce Allert |
Aug 20 2003, 07:05 PM
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Hellions asleep Group: Members Posts: 3,289 Joined: 19-March 03 From: Eagle Creek, Orygun Member No.: 441 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
OH MY GAWD! I had no idea my watch was worth that much (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dance.gif)
No... not really (IMG:style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif) Congrats Chris, ain't it great to know there IS a future. What a feeling of accomplishment you must have right now......... Good job MAN (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Are ya gonna be at the PIR AX this Sunday for JP's course? It should be an interesting one....... bruce |
ChrisReale |
Aug 20 2003, 07:08 PM
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Sleazy Group: Members Posts: 2,665 Joined: 20-January 03 From: San Francisco Member No.: 176 |
Yea, Im thinking about heading down there. Knowing JP, he'll set it up so us 914 guys will kick butt! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)
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TimT |
Aug 20 2003, 07:20 PM
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retired Group: Members Posts: 4,033 Joined: 18-February 03 From: Wantagh, NY Member No.: 313 |
Chris,
Congrats (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) I imagine a valve job with a 3 angle mirror finish will be a breeze for you ..... Im in the market for a Rolex Submariner...... |
seanery |
Aug 20 2003, 07:24 PM
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waiting to rebuild whitey! Group: Retired Admin Posts: 15,854 Joined: 7-January 03 From: Indy Member No.: 100 Region Association: None |
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John Kelly |
Aug 20 2003, 07:24 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 692 Joined: 1-May 03 From: Moclips WA. Member No.: 640 |
Hi Chris,
Congratulations, I hope your arms were not worn out by all the pounding you did last weekend. Cool avatar! John www.ghiaspecialties.com |
ChrisReale |
Aug 20 2003, 07:27 PM
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Sleazy Group: Members Posts: 2,665 Joined: 20-January 03 From: San Francisco Member No.: 176 |
Hi John, Im ready for the next installment of the pounding. My arms were ok, but I didn't want to risk being sore!
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ChrisReale |
Aug 20 2003, 07:29 PM
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Sleazy Group: Members Posts: 2,665 Joined: 20-January 03 From: San Francisco Member No.: 176 |
QUOTE(TimT @ Aug 20 2003, 06:20 PM) Im in the market for a Rolex Submariner...... Rolex's hold their value very well. I recommend buying from an authorized dealer, but only an authorized dealer who is willing to negotiate price! Don't let them bullshit you, Rolex makes more than 800,000 watches a year! No need to pay full retail. They are not rare! They are very well made. Not "the best" but damn close |
scotty |
Aug 20 2003, 08:34 PM
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The Fun Never Stops Group: Members Posts: 773 Joined: 20-May 03 From: Portland. Oregon (SW) Member No.: 718 Region Association: None |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif) Congrats, Chris! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)
I envy the patience and skill it takes to machine such small parts by hand. Be sure to let us know if you start making 1:144 scale porsche -6's as a hobby...even though we won't be able to afford them! |
Bleyseng |
Aug 20 2003, 08:38 PM
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Aircooled Baby! Group: Members Posts: 13,035 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Seattle, Washington (for now) Member No.: 24 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Congrats Chris, I know you are making your dad proud!! Maybe we can meet for pizza and a beer this week.
I am finally checking out all those MPS's from Brad. Geoff |
boxstr |
Aug 20 2003, 09:10 PM
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MEMBER:PACIFIC NORTHWEST REGION Group: Members Posts: 7,522 Joined: 25-December 02 From: OREGON Member No.: 12 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Chris Congratulations. It is very comendable for someone these days to take the time to put into the training and schooling that is needed to complete a course such as watchmaking. You are a rare breed in todays society.
CCLINTIKTOKVILLE |
J P Stein |
Aug 21 2003, 02:24 AM
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Irrelevant old fart Group: Members Posts: 8,797 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Vancouver, WA Member No.: 45 Region Association: None |
JP's course? I thought we were talking about Chris' course...........oh, AX course, of course. I prolly ought to get busy sketching somethin' out.
Lessee.....914s don't like tight stuff cause of their long wheelbase. We're good at sweepers and quick changes of direction.....and we gots lots of HP. ...well, if'n ya don't, ya should. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) I think that good brakes are gonna be needed also. Humm, I gots a plan....but am open to suggestions. |
rhodyguy |
Aug 21 2003, 05:59 AM
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Chimp Sanctuary NW. Check it out. Group: Members Posts: 22,098 Joined: 2-March 03 From: Orion's Bell. The BELL! Member No.: 378 Region Association: Galt's Gulch |
excellent chris!!! no more days at I-5 high. now, put the car shit aside and concentrate on being a tax paying adult. get married, have a couple of kids, acquire a mortage, and sell the car. you'll have time and money when you are 50 or so to start again. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) i was waiting until finals were over to call you.
kevin |
DNHunt |
Aug 21 2003, 06:54 AM
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914 Wizard? No way. I got too much to learn. Group: Members Posts: 4,099 Joined: 21-April 03 From: Gig Harbor, WA Member No.: 598 |
Great news Chris. Congratulations. I thought I worked on a small scale but .05, I can't imagine. Best of luck
Dave |
Bruce Allert |
Aug 21 2003, 07:31 AM
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Hellions asleep Group: Members Posts: 3,289 Joined: 19-March 03 From: Eagle Creek, Orygun Member No.: 441 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
QUOTE(rhodyguy @ Aug 21 2003, 04:59 AM) now, put the car shit aside and concentrate on being a tax paying adult. get married, have a couple of kids, acquire a mortage, and sell the car. you'll have time and money when you are 50 or so to start again. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) kevin Kevin's got excellent advice there, man (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif) NOT! I know Kev, yer jest jokin' (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) I had to wait till I "came of age" (from the $$$ standpoint) before having this much fun! You're here already (looks of envey) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) bruce |
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