Over-polished Bevel Off Hours

Chris and Jon continue their discussion of finishing techniques, as well as custom tools, and specialized work holding techniques.

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Straight Line Engine Turning An introduction to the art, by Roger W. Smith
8mm Watchmaker’s Lathe
David Lindow
A unique & memorable unboxing experience
Dr. Rebecca Struthers
Struthers 248 Craig & Rebecca Struthers project to craft a timepiece using two minds, fours hands, & an 8mm watchmaker’s lathe.
Struthers’ Screw Head Polishing Tool
KHWCC Screw Head Polishing Tool
Henrik Korpela Director of the KHWCC
Glendo Accu-Finish The lapping machine Chris uses to prepare his cutters for engine turning
BECS Sàrl Jon mentioned CNJ Duret in the episode, turns out since he last purchased from them they’ve been acquired by BECS Sarl
Rich Loen
LUXOR Polishing Compound
Jeweler’s Rouge
“Metal is fibres.” Denis Flageollet, of De Bethune, interviewed in the latest issue of Europastar Magazine
904L Stainless Steel A video detailing an alloy Rolex now refers to as Oystersteel
Manufactor S.A. Official Instagram account
Philippe Narbel Official Instagram account
Nathalie Jean-Louis Official Instagram account
Contantin Chaykin
Super Glue Fixturing for CNC Machining From John Saunders & crew at NYC CNC
Painter’s Tape
Super Glue
Powder Coating Masking Tape Thinner than painter’s tape, this is what Chris uses for fixturing watches dials for engine turning
Vacuum Chuck
Breguet