Episode 27 - How to Become a Watchmaker!

Today Jay and I discuss the path to becoming a watchmaker - hobbiest or pro!ALSO: I meant Domino's guys :pShow notes (spoilers!)Personal attributes:Steady handsPatienceBrain for 3D and puzzle solvingThe watchmaker trialGo to Esslinger, buy a 6498 clone, holder, loupe, screwdrivers, and a pair of tweezers (watch repair kit). Take it apart (take photos) and put it back together 20 times, making sure it works at the end every time.Talk about the balance and impulse jewel.Still having fun?Buy a vintage watch, $40, that is not special. Make sure you have hand removal tools and tools to put them back on. Take it completely apart and back together 10 times, working at the end every time.Still having fun?Watchmaking George DanielsAWCI/Mini courses (for hobbiests)5-day Watch 100: Introduction to Watchmakinghttp://awci.com/Online courses (for hobbiests):https://learnwatchmaking.com/https://www.timezonewatchschool.com/WatchSchool/https://www.watchrepairlessons.com/YouTube Videos:https://www.youtube.com/user/jewldoodWatchmaker Schools:Interviews: make sure you know things!Free! Many sponsored by companies, which gives you direct access to hiring as well!WOSTEP http://www.wostep.ch/enhttp://veteranswatchmakerinitiative.org/Your classmates will become contactsYour instructors can get you jobsTheoryUpdatedPart time job? Bartender?Apprecenticeship!Hands-onUnpaid generallyAlmost impossible to find someone willingEven if someone is willing, who knows if they're good at teaching.You can only learn what your teacher knowsSocials:Insta: @crystalclearwatchmakingYouTube Channel

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