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[BobVA]

(01-12-2015 06:36 AM)Mark Wrote:  I've always read or heard about nasty effects if some gear gets magnetized (especially on very old mechanisms), which can cause irregular functioning. I really would like to get some advice from a watch / clock expert ?

Marc

You make a good point - magnetized parts in a mechanical watch can cause a variety of ills, so it's always prudent to take a quick look before breaking out the magnet.

Fortunately there are a variety of gadgets that can be used to demagnetize the recovered part, if necessary.