Dear experts, I was wondering if (obviously) and how there is wear on the various components and levers and how to check it.
I am talking specifically about the parts. For example, there are felts and skins that degrade or wear out over time. I am thinking, for example, of the leather gasket where the escapement slides, or the lever itself which, by "rubbing" against the heel, eventually "wears down" or becomes blunt?
In short, I would like to address the subject regarding the main moving parts and not their supports (forged parts or pins).
It is fundamental to verify the wear status of the parts. The wear of the felts, skins, and the age of the center pins of the action can increase friction, increasing the key downward weight and decreasing the return weight. I invite you to read my articles on the subject and watch the video tutorial on friction. A good technician must know how to examine the state of the components and propose any necessary interventions. It is right for you to be attentive to this.
