Posts by gizmo

What type of apps are the most used on your forum? My main one would be Chrome as I use it to post on forums when I'm on my phone and it also syncs from my laptop. I also play two games so those are my next two apps I use the most. I play Yahtzee with Buddies and Subway Surfers.

What's the weather like for you where you live? Here it's sunny but is only meant to get up to about 14-15c. We are slowly getting into the warmer Summer weather.

If you're a coffee drinker how do you have your coffee and what type do you get? I get a mocha and always get it single strength as I cannot drink strong coffee. I always get a flavored syrup and get marshmallows added.

What was the last thing you purchased? Me and my partner just went to the local cafe for morning tea and I got a mocha.

What are some of the common problems you come across when working on old pocket watch movements?

I'm interested in hearing how people identify old movements, find the right mainsprings, and deal with worn parts like pivots and bushings.

What movements and complications do you find the most interesting to work on? Whether it's a 7750 chronograph, a column-wheel mechanism, calendar work or moonphase, I'd love to hear what people enjoy working with.

Are there any particular complications that you find especially challenging?

I've always found it interesting how a pile of individual parts can eventually become a working watch.

For those who build watches from scratch or use kits, what has your experience been like? What parts do you enjoy working with most, and what tends to be the most challenging?

I'm curious about what people look for when choosing straps or bracelets for their watches.

Feel free to share your tips, experiences and favorite suppliers.

I'm curious about where watchmakers and repairers usually source their parts.

Do you have a preferred supplier, or do you use a mix of genuine and generic parts depending on the job?

I've always wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a watch business.

For those who work in the industry, what are some of the more interesting or challenging parts of the job? How do you deal with customers, repairs, sourcing parts, and pricing?

If you could own any animal regardless if it was legal or not - what animal would you want to own? For me I think a Meerkat would be cool as they're my favorite animal. I also would love to one day own a French Bulldog.

What sort of hobbies do you have? I really enjoy binge watching the latest TV show or catching up on a new release movie. I also love traveling around New Zealand especially when we have our yearly pop conventions.

Is there any plans or any birthdays or anything you're looking forward to before the year ends? It's hard to believe how close we are to 2027.

For me I suppose the start of Summer as it means it's getting closer to Christmas time.