Use watchmaker’s tools

Description

Use tools commonly used for watchmaking and repairing. Common categories include band tools, watch battery tools, cleaning tools, screwdrivers, brushes, flex shaft, loupes or magnifiers, tap and die sets, watch testers, watch repair kits, watch crystal tools, watch back openers, gauges, glues, demagnitisers, hammers, oils, watch movement tools, bergeon watch tools, horotec watch tools, watch hand tools, soldering tools, watch polishing tools, and tweezers.

Alternative labels

watchmaker’s tools using
use watch repair tools
watch repair tools using
using watchmaker’s tools
using watch repair tools

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

cross-sector

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Use watchmaker’s tools is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Clock and watchmaker: Clock and watchmakers make mechanical or electronic clocks and watches. They use precision hand tools or automated machinery to assemble the timing devices. Clock and watchmakers may also repair clocks or watches. They can work in workshops or in factories.
Watch and clock repairer: Watch and clock repairers maintain and repair wristwatches and clocks. They identify defects, change batteries, fit new straps, oil and replace damaged parts. They may also restore antique clocks.

Optional skill

Use watchmaker’s tools is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

 


 

References

  1. Use watchmaker’s tools – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022