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Home Base => Introductions => Topic started by: Jere on October 31, 2009, 04:41:43 AM
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My name is Jere, I've been lurking about this site for some time.
Although it goes without saying, I must say that there are quite a few very talented folks around here, I am always impressed when I stop by.
My primary interest is in watchmaking and horology in general, however, I am easily interested in any machine work.
Since my available hours at the workbench are limited, I usually need to stay focused.
My machine lineup consists of a Cowells 90CW lathe with the horizontal milling attachment for wheel and pinion cutting, and a Cameron 164 micro drill press.
Of course, watchmaking requires a never ending list of hand tools and unique gadgets, that I will not attempt to list here.
I have a website, where I try to keep updated with my various endeavors in the workshop.
www.watchmaking.weebly.com
Below is a photo of the 'machine bench,' where all my chips are made.
(http://img682.imageshack.us/img682/5363/machinebench.jpg)
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Jere
Welcome to MadModder Jere. I can see by the photo that your workshop does not take up a lot of space. I had a quick look on your site before posting this and you appear to have a nice setup of tools for what you want to do. It would be nice to follow along with you as you design/build your dream time piece. When I have more time I will be back to look further into the world of watchmaking thru your site. :) :)
Be careful, most members end up catching :proj: and the only cure for it seems to be building something. :lol:
Cheers :beer:
Don
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A big welcome Jere,
A few of the group on here are hoping to get into horology, so I am sure anything that you can show will be lapped up.
As you know, we are not a dedicated to one thing group, but one where sometimes help comes from a totally different perspective.
We all have things to share, and I am sure you can show us a lot of things you have under your belt, and we will do likewise.
As they say about problems being shared.
Bogs
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Hi there Jere :wave: welcome to the collective :borg:
I am interested in horology too, I would love to build a clock at some point in the future ( after I finish off my present project, and the mill mod's and the lathe mods and .... and ...... and ....... :proj: )
So welcome and pull up a chair and join in the fun
Tim
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Hello again, Jere :wave: Nice to meet up with you elsewhere than on the Cowells 90 group. I've still got that old Perris - your lathe's grandpa.
Andy
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Welcome Jere
Some very nice work on your site
Gerhard
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Welcome to the collective. :borg:
As others already have voiced what I was going to say, I won't say it again.
Checked out your sight. Very nice collection of information. You'll fit right in here. I should mention that my wife is a clock collector and works part time for a clock shop.
Bernd
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Welcome aboard the cube Jere :borg:
Just had a quick scan through your web site and wow :bow: :bow: :bow: :bow: lovely work.
I've a long standing ambition to make a clock, you've certainly inspired me.
Cheers
Stew
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I`m incredibly pleased that you have joined this site. I`m one of those currently working on making a clock, or at least taking my first steps. I`d be incredibly greatful of any help or advice you could give me along the way.
I am actually a watch man - this is my 1966 Omega Constellation and is my pride and joy.
I also have an Omega Seamaster Bumper Automatic which I also treasure. I`m working my way up to Patek Philippe - Calatrava. My wife thinks I am joking.
:wave:
Chris
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Ooooh clocks and watches and things that go click!
Nice. Welcome to the collective :borg: I look forward to posts from you as I am interested in clocks...
Eric
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Nice to see a fellow Marylander present. I'm new here too!
Cheers!
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Hello Jere.
I am too from the great State of Maryland, up here north on the eastern shore. I am fascinated with watch making and the patients and dexterity required for the work at hand, please keep showing us your work and techniques. Welcome here. Anthony
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How far are you guys from NJ?
Eric
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Hello Eric. I am about a thirty minuets drive from the Delaware Memorial Bridge. I live 6 miles due east of Smyrna Del across the Md Line. Nice to meet you . Anthony.
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Depending upon where you are in NJ I'm anywhere between 2 1/2 and 4 hours.
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I am about 45 min from the Delaware bridge...
Should do a coffee day sometime...
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Eric . Would love too. I am currently unemployed and have lots of time. Email me I will give you my phone number maybe we can set up a date. All the best. Anthony.