Bascule Escapement
A form of chronometer escapement in which the detent is mounted on a pivoted axis. It is also known as the pivoted detent escapement to distinguish it from the spring detent.
How to true a balance, repair a chipped dial, temper a spring or test a stone — the working bench-book of the American watch trade, arranged A to Z.
A form of chronometer escapement in which the detent is mounted on a pivoted axis. It is also known as the pivoted detent escapement to distinguish it from the spring detent.