Thiel Start
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| Thiel Start |
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Description
According to todays measurements, the Thiel "Start" caliber is a very raw and
large movement, which reminds more of an alarm clock but of a wristwatch. This
12 1/2 ligne movement was producted in the version shown here between 1938 and 1950; in
modificated versions it was made until the mid sixties.
The brass colored, jewel-less pin lever movement builds very high (approx. 6mm) and consists
only of one main plate, which makes any workings on it to a true nightmare, especially
when you work on the balance (which shall look a bit a screw balance), which tumbles around
in its bearings.
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| This movement is very large and crude |
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On the dial side, there's just a rocking bar winding mechanism - a common feature of cheap
watches.
The whole construction of this movement reminds me very much of a simple alarm clock,
but evertheless, this movement was made and used for many years.
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| dial side view |
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Technical data
| Manufacturer | Thiel |
| Caliber | Start |
| Number of jewels | 0 |
| Escapement | pin lever |
| Balance | Nickel |
| Shock protection(s) | none |
| Balance cock direction | clockwise |
| Hairspring stud | fixed |
| Regulator type | Long regulator arm |
| Movement construction | Fork
Escapement wheel, Fourth wheel, Third wheel, Center wheel, Mainspring barrel |
| Features | s |
| Functions | Hour, minute, small second |
| Beats per hour | 18000 |
| Size | 121/2''' |
| Production time | 1938 - 1950 |
| Image in Flume Werksucher | 1947 90 |
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| Factsheet |
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