Yes, as soon as my tools are shipped in and im ordering a new Rep after Easter weekend. I have read through the course material already, but reading and hands on are two different things.
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New Rep or TimeZone Watch School
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Yes, as soon as my tools are shipped in and im ordering a new Rep after Easter weekend. I have read through the course material already, but reading and hands on are two different things.
Any chance of breaking the class and tools cost (and source of tools) and what rep did you get?
8. I already have some or all of the required tools. Can I purchase specific tools or the movement separately?
Answer: Yes. Items in the tool kit, including the movements, may be ordered "a la carte" at the TZ Tool Shop.
I just printed out the list and purchased a cheaper version than the Bergeon sets that they where selling in the kit. For the cheaper version I was able to get everything for $100 (esslinger) instead of $233.90 without the movement. You can do the same thing off of the same TZ/Ofrei website for around $150 just by picking a cheaper items. That way if i decide i am not cut out for watch repair or don't like it i wont be out that much money. I think that the course website has some kind of agreement with Ofrei. So that is how I am able to take the course and still have enough left in my budget to purchase another Rep.
Answer: Yes. Items in the tool kit, including the movements, may be ordered "a la carte" at the TZ Tool Shop.
I just printed out the list and purchased a cheaper version than the Bergeon sets that they where selling in the kit. For the cheaper version I was able to get everything for $100 (esslinger) instead of $233.90 without the movement. You can do the same thing off of the same TZ/Ofrei website for around $150 just by picking a cheaper items. That way if i decide i am not cut out for watch repair or don't like it i wont be out that much money. I think that the course website has some kind of agreement with Ofrei. So that is how I am able to take the course and still have enough left in my budget to purchase another Rep.
Sweet man, I have been tempted to take it just afraid I won't be able to make heads or tails of it. How was it for you? easy to follow?
TZ watch school (what a surprise).
I think if you made one with videos Wiz you could make some extra money selling it. TimeZone charges $75 per module and has three basic modules from disassembly, servicing, and regulating.
Tools from esslinger.com
Watchmakers Premium Watch Papers $7.49
Watch Movement Trays Plastic Stack of 6 Trays $9.95
Dust Cover with Tray $3.95
Watch Tool 8 in 1 Watch Movement Holder $7.95
Watch Tool Pithwood Buttons, pkg of 10 $6.70
Rodico The Original Green Putty Cleaner Watch Repair Tool $5.25
Economy Dust Blower Rubber 5" x 2" $4.95
Magnifier Loupe with Headband Power & Focus: 10x - 1" $7.95
Magnifier Loupe with Headband Power & Focus: 3x - 3 1/2" $7.95
9 Piece Miniature Watch Screwdriver Set $18.50
Tweezer Set 12 Piece Jewelry and Watch Tweezers $14.95
Orangewood / Pegwood Imported 2mm Bundle 5-3/4" $6.49
Subtotal: $102.08
Shipping & Handling: $15.55
Tax: $0.00
Order Total: $117.63
TimeZone Lvl 1. $75.00
ETA 2801-2(eBay) $60.00
Total $252.63
It means someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field or atleast that was the first thing i googled.
No sarcasm at all mate, I just meant it's not a surprise my vote goes to the TZ watchschool option.
Wish I've known that before choosing my screen name.
My tools just arrived so now i will figure out where in my house i will set up. I ordered and paid for my next rep as well. Now i can tinker around with my watch movements until the new rep arrives.
Hey found this while searching for info on kello... I am in a similar position to yourself - keen to learn more about the mechanics!
Would love an update on your progress! Is the module any good? Or are the tools sitting idle....!
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Would love an update on your progress! Is the module any good? Or are the tools sitting idle....!
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From what I've found myself, I purchased the TZ first session about 4 years ago, but never completed it. I broke the movement it came with within 2 hours! But since I got into reps, I've actually replaced a movement on a Rep Omega SMP, and fixed the keyless works on a DG2813 about 3 times already. I've learned more from online tutorials from these rep forums than the TZ school. But maybe I should try the school again. I have the whole first class saved off on my computer, and just need to go back and review again.
I just bought some Moebius oils the other day and I'm planning to do a complete service on a rep ladies rolex that was given to me for free. This way if I break it, I'll just do another movement swap. I have a friend who is a watch maker, and once I disassemble the watch I'm planning on taking the parts to his shop so he can clean them in his cleaning machine. Then I'll oil and resassemble using the chart for a sw200 that I found online. Should be close enough to get an idea on how to oil. Should be a fun exercise!
Let us know how your experience was, I'd love to know what you thought about the TZ school.
Tracy
I just bought some Moebius oils the other day and I'm planning to do a complete service on a rep ladies rolex that was given to me for free. This way if I break it, I'll just do another movement swap. I have a friend who is a watch maker, and once I disassemble the watch I'm planning on taking the parts to his shop so he can clean them in his cleaning machine. Then I'll oil and resassemble using the chart for a sw200 that I found online. Should be close enough to get an idea on how to oil. Should be a fun exercise!
Let us know how your experience was, I'd love to know what you thought about the TZ school.
Tracy