Cylinder and Lever Platform Escapements – Fault Finding and Correction

Duration: 3 Days
Location: Upton Hall

This three-day in-person course focuses on fault finding and correction for Cylinder and Lever Platform Escapements—key components in mechanical timepieces. Under expert guidance, you’ll learn to diagnose faults accurately, correct errors, and perform essential servicing to restore precision and reliability in timekeeping.

Ideal for horology students looking to expand their expertise, this hands-on course provides valuable practical experience and prepares participants for higher-level horological examinations.

What You’ll Learn

Fault Diagnosis
Develop the skills to identify common and complex faults in cylinder and lever platform escapements with confidence and precision.

Component Inspection & Repair
Learn how to assess and correct issues in escapement components, including wheel train alignment and pallet interaction.

Servicing Techniques
Master the essential procedures required to service escapements and restore accurate timekeeping performance.

Timekeeping & Calibration
Perform detailed checks to ensure the escapement operates within accepted timekeeping tolerances.

Practical Application
Gain hands-on experience working with cylinder and lever platform escapements, refining your technical ability to identify and resolve real-world horological issues.

Take Home

Enhanced technical understanding and practical experience in diagnosing, correcting, and servicing cylinder and lever platform escapements—an essential step for students preparing for horological exams and advancing their fault-finding expertise.