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Offline Jere

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Greetings from Maryland
« on: October 31, 2009, 04:41:43 AM »
My name is Jere, I've been lurking about this site for some time. 
Although it goes without saying, I must say that there are quite a few very talented folks around here, I am always impressed when I stop by.

My primary interest is in watchmaking and horology in general, however, I am easily interested in any machine work.
Since my available hours at the workbench are limited, I usually need to stay focused.

My machine lineup consists of a Cowells 90CW lathe with the horizontal milling attachment for wheel and pinion cutting, and a Cameron 164 micro drill press.
Of course, watchmaking requires a never ending list of hand tools and unique gadgets, that I will not attempt to list here.

I have a website, where I try to keep updated with my various endeavors in the workshop.
www.watchmaking.weebly.com

Below is a photo of the 'machine bench,' where all my chips are made.



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Offline dsquire

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Re: Greetings from Maryland
« Reply #1 on: October 31, 2009, 05:22:12 AM »
Jere

Welcome to MadModder Jere. I can see by the photo that your workshop does not take up a lot of space. I had a quick look on your site before posting this and you appear to have a nice setup of tools for what you want to do. It would be nice to follow along with you as you design/build your dream time piece. When I have more time I will be back to look further into the world of watchmaking thru your site.  :) :)

Be careful, most members end up catching  :proj: and the only cure for it seems to be building something.  :lol:

Cheers  :beer:

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Re: Greetings from Maryland
« Reply #2 on: October 31, 2009, 05:33:40 AM »
A big welcome Jere,

A few of the group on here are hoping to get into horology, so I am sure anything that you can show will be lapped up.

As you know, we are not a dedicated to one thing group, but one where sometimes help comes from a totally different perspective.

We all have things to share, and I am sure you can show us a lot of things you have under your belt, and we will do likewise.

As they say about problems being shared.


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Re: Greetings from Maryland
« Reply #3 on: October 31, 2009, 08:40:13 AM »
Hi there Jere  :wave: welcome to the collective  :borg:

I am interested in horology too, I would love to build a clock at some point in the future ( after I finish off my present project, and the mill mod's and the lathe mods and .... and ...... and .......  :proj: )


So welcome and pull up a chair and join in the fun


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Re: Greetings from Maryland
« Reply #4 on: October 31, 2009, 09:49:51 AM »
Hello again, Jere  :wave: Nice to meet up with you elsewhere than on the Cowells 90 group. I've still got that old Perris - your lathe's grandpa.

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Offline Gerhard Olivier

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Re: Greetings from Maryland
« Reply #5 on: October 31, 2009, 10:16:30 AM »
Welcome Jere
Some very nice work on your site


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Re: Greetings from Maryland
« Reply #6 on: October 31, 2009, 10:38:21 AM »
Welcome to the collective.  :borg:

As others already have voiced what I was going to say, I won't say it again.

Checked out your sight. Very nice collection of information. You'll fit right in here. I should mention that my wife is a clock collector and works part time for a clock shop.

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Re: Greetings from Maryland
« Reply #7 on: November 01, 2009, 05:29:03 AM »
Welcome aboard the cube Jere  :borg:

Just had a quick scan through your web site and wow  :bow: :bow: :bow: :bow: lovely work.

I've a long standing ambition to make a clock, you've certainly inspired me.

Cheers

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Re: Greetings from Maryland
« Reply #8 on: November 01, 2009, 05:59:15 PM »
I`m incredibly pleased that you have joined this site. I`m one of those currently working on making a clock, or at least taking my first steps. I`d be incredibly greatful of any help or advice you could give me along the way.

I am actually a watch man - this is my 1966 Omega Constellation and is my pride and joy.



I also have an Omega Seamaster Bumper Automatic which I also treasure. I`m working my way up to Patek Philippe - Calatrava. My wife thinks I am joking.

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Re: Greetings from Maryland
« Reply #9 on: November 02, 2009, 04:24:54 PM »
Ooooh clocks and watches and things that go click!

Nice. Welcome to the collective :borg: I look forward to posts from you as I am interested in clocks...

Eric
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Offline Twmaster

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Re: Greetings from Maryland
« Reply #10 on: November 12, 2009, 12:50:39 AM »
Nice to see a fellow Marylander present. I'm new here too!

Cheers!
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Re: Greetings from Maryland
« Reply #11 on: November 13, 2009, 12:00:47 PM »
Hello Jere.

I am too from the great State of Maryland, up here north on the eastern shore. I am fascinated with watch making and the patients and dexterity required for the work at hand, please keep showing us your work and techniques.  Welcome here. Anthony
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Re: Greetings from Maryland
« Reply #12 on: November 14, 2009, 07:38:15 PM »
How far are you guys from NJ?

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Re: Greetings from Maryland
« Reply #13 on: November 15, 2009, 10:14:07 AM »
Hello Eric. I am about a thirty minuets drive from the Delaware Memorial Bridge. I live 6 miles due east of Smyrna Del across the Md Line. Nice to meet you . Anthony.
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Re: Greetings from Maryland
« Reply #14 on: November 15, 2009, 02:33:38 PM »
Depending upon where you are in NJ I'm anywhere between 2 1/2 and 4 hours.
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Re: Greetings from Maryland
« Reply #15 on: November 15, 2009, 04:30:14 PM »
I am about 45 min from the Delaware bridge...

Should do a coffee day sometime...
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Re: Greetings from Maryland
« Reply #16 on: November 18, 2009, 08:26:48 PM »
Eric . Would love too. I am currently unemployed and have lots of time. Email me I will give you my phone number maybe we can set up a date.  All the best. Anthony.
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