Sounds incredible Barrie, something I’d love to do but alas changing direction is not an option for me despite the passion I have. Really pleased they are teaching you to make escapements, didn’t know that the courses are that detailed anymore. Was only having a conversation with a watchmaker yesterday about this. He had not heard of Rebecca Struthers and when I said they are artisans and made everything in house the first thing he asked was if they made escape wheels .
Cheers Micheal, the course I would say is mostly aimed at clockmaking so we have to learn how to repair and if not possible make new parts from scratch. Rebecca is a bit of a legend when it comes to the course I'm just about to start her book in fact 👍🏻
@@ClickSpringReview hands of time is an incredible book, she is fascinating and there are quite a few really good interviews with her on this platform. She is also quite active on instagram and has replied to some of my comments which made me a bit star stuck! I’m just starting Georges book, all in good time which will probably blow my mind and confuse me in equal measure. I am pleased to know someone taking this seriously and going further down the road. Well done mate. Really pleasing indeed.
A brilliant round up of full on year of work, study and YT. Sounds like there is no "time", (oops), to rest. The obvious enjoyment you get from your new choice of career will make it all the much easier to complete the course.
Just getting caught up here My best to you in your educational endeavors and good luck! I wish I had the time and finances to further my own education 🙂
Hi Barry, it sounds like you and the challenges of your course were made for each other. You're clearerly doing well and will get a good degree and a rewarding job at the end of it. Have you thought about moving back to Germany and working for Sinn? Anyway, congratulations on what you've achieved so far: you've broken the back of it and soon you'll be muttering "pallet fork" in your sleep. 😉 LG Bob 🍻
Cheers matey I can't believe its gone by so quickly, I have thought about Sinn as I known they need more watch makers but I do like where I am as I get to work on so many different types of watches and polishing also and I wouldn't get that if I worked for one brand, as for muttering pallet forks its more like end stones and balance springs LOL
Thank you for sharing your life as an aspiring watchmaker. And glad to know you weren't all thumbs. Now that your pre-watch gig is known I hope you put that hands-on stylistic talents to work and maybe collab with a legit and well respected smaller watchmaker like Sinn or CW for some Barry 1, 2...... Best of luck with your 3rd year.
Brilliant mate, hope It all works out well. I considered doing something similar but I lack the funds to survive and pay my mortgage In between, happy for you.
Congratulations on your new life goals. I myself got hooked on watch repair after watching TH-cam videos. It purely at a hobbyist level currently. Would love to take a class myself, but there no school near me in America. Am doing some basic stuff that online. I bet you have a stronger appreciation for the old clockmakers making things from scratch, I know I would.
I started off doing this online course before I went to University, it really helped www.watchfix.com . In the first year you lean a lot of the history of horology which is really interesting, We have an American guy in the year below me, he's in his early 60s so its never to late to learn Sam
@@ClickSpringReview Yep that the one I signed up for, completed course 1 so far. Learned about Mark Lovick through “WristWatch Revival”. Also picked up allot of books on watch repair, will focus on them later.
I do 90 percent of servicing work under a stereo microscope, so many advantages. Are you forced to stick to loupes or are students allowed to use their preferred magnification?
I have a stereo microscope with a camera on the bench which I recorded my youtube videos on, We have them at Uni but I love using my Asco loupes. The problem is most service centres don't use them unless it's for inspection, I know WOS or Watch Atelier ,TWR or even Rolex don't use them to service we don't either. But I'm more amazed by people using D5 or simply not using Epilame which is a must I think Sir
Another great video and really enjoyed hearing updates about the course
Going to start my final year on the 23rd 😱
Sounds incredible Barrie, something I’d love to do but alas changing direction is not an option for me despite the passion I have.
Really pleased they are teaching you to make escapements, didn’t know that the courses are that detailed anymore. Was only having a conversation with a watchmaker yesterday about this. He had not heard of Rebecca Struthers and when I said they are artisans and made everything in house the first thing he asked was if they made escape wheels .
Cheers Micheal, the course I would say is mostly aimed at clockmaking so we have to learn how to repair and if not possible make new parts from scratch. Rebecca is a bit of a legend when it comes to the course I'm just about to start her book in fact 👍🏻
@@ClickSpringReview hands of time is an incredible book, she is fascinating and there are quite a few really good interviews with her on this platform. She is also quite active on instagram and has replied to some of my comments which made me a bit star stuck!
I’m just starting Georges book, all in good time which will probably blow my mind and confuse me in equal measure.
I am pleased to know someone taking this seriously and going further down the road. Well done mate. Really pleasing indeed.
I do follow her on Instagram also , Georges book is epic just where do you start with it , I was lucky and got Roger Smith to sign it for me
This is a great update Barry and congratulations on getting this far…still a very brave decision but if you love what you do etc…
Thanks Sir, I'm really enjoying it so far apart from all the essays :)
This is an incredible insight, thank you!
No problem the course has been really interesting I'm looking forward to the final year and starting my clock
A brilliant round up of full on year of work, study and YT. Sounds like there is no "time", (oops), to rest. The obvious enjoyment you get from your new choice of career will make it all the much easier to complete the course.
Thanks Clive :)
I am joining the course this September, so see you soon! Great Video
Cool See you next month 👍🏻
Just getting caught up here
My best to you in your educational endeavors and good luck!
I wish I had the time and finances to further my own education 🙂
Thanks Sir 👍🏻 over here in the UK we get government loans to cover the education and a living allowance
Congratulations on choosing such a great career. 👍👍👍
Cheers Sir :)
So expert. Putting these videos together unscripted, college work, day job, home life etc. you sir, are a powerhouse of talent.
I'm not sure about that matey 🙃🙃🙃
Hi Barry, it sounds like you and the challenges of your course were made for each other. You're clearerly doing well and will get a good degree and a rewarding job at the end of it.
Have you thought about moving back to Germany and working for Sinn?
Anyway, congratulations on what you've achieved so far: you've broken the back of it and soon you'll be muttering "pallet fork" in your sleep. 😉 LG Bob 🍻
Cheers matey I can't believe its gone by so quickly, I have thought about Sinn as I known they need more watch makers but I do like where I am as I get to work on so many different types of watches and polishing also and I wouldn't get that if I worked for one brand, as for muttering pallet forks its more like end stones and balance springs LOL
Great move. What a perfect opportunity for you. Congratulation. 🍰
Thanks Micheal I have to say I'm really enjoying it
Thank you for sharing your life as an aspiring watchmaker. And glad to know you weren't all thumbs. Now that your pre-watch gig is known I hope you put that hands-on stylistic talents to work and maybe collab with a legit and well respected smaller watchmaker like Sinn or CW for some Barry 1, 2...... Best of luck with your 3rd year.
Thanks matey so far its going well fingers crossed for the 3rd year its going to be a busy one for sure, How knows where I'll end up
Great video. I'm glad you are doing well. It's always a risk leaving a well paid career to follow your passion.
Cheers Frank I always believe one only live once and life is to short not to follow your dreams
Brilliant mate, hope It all works out well. I considered doing something similar but I lack the funds to survive and pay my mortgage In between, happy for you.
I also get a living allowance being a student from the government which helps out a lot 👍🏻
Congratulations on your new life goals. I myself got hooked on watch repair after watching TH-cam videos. It purely at a hobbyist level currently. Would love to take a class myself, but there no school near me in America. Am doing some basic stuff that online. I bet you have a stronger appreciation for the old clockmakers making things from scratch, I know I would.
I started off doing this online course before I went to University, it really helped www.watchfix.com . In the first year you lean a lot of the history of horology which is really interesting, We have an American guy in the year below me, he's in his early 60s so its never to late to learn Sam
@@ClickSpringReview Yep that the one I signed up for, completed course 1 so far. Learned about Mark Lovick through “WristWatch Revival”. Also picked up allot of books on watch repair, will focus on them later.
I completely the first course also its a good starting point 👍🏻, Uni is great but you can't bet working it a workshop
I do 90 percent of servicing work under a stereo microscope, so many advantages. Are you forced to stick to loupes or are students allowed to use their preferred magnification?
I have a stereo microscope with a camera on the bench which I recorded my youtube videos on, We have them at Uni but I love using my Asco loupes. The problem is most service centres don't use them unless it's for inspection,
I know WOS or Watch Atelier ,TWR or even Rolex don't use them to service we don't either. But I'm more amazed by people using D5 or simply not using Epilame which is a must I think Sir
Have you thought about the plan when you graduate? Or is that in hand. Anyway wish you all the best with your ventures.
I'm boss would like me to stay with him but there is plenty of work out there with the likes of Watches Of Switzerland and Bremont matey
Cool!
Thank you Mr Zanzibar