Ever since I first saw “Silver Nemesis” in 1988, I have wanted a replica of the Seventh Doctor’s pocket watch. (The Mike Tucker-constructed original sold at auction
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Honestly? Given the physical difficulties you're facing, I'd pick up what you've got so far and find a watch-repair place (yes, they still exist!), explain what you're trying to do and see if they can help you out without charging an arm and a leg.
I resorted to similar when I was working on replica of the watch from Human Nature / Utopia, as it involved taking a pocket watch apart. In my case, though, I was lucky enough to find not only an honest-to-god watch repair shop, but a place that specialized in pocket-watches, too. You might find similar in your neck of the woods.
I would suggest going over to the Prydon Academy forum, www.prydonacademy.com, and contact Andy Teal. He goes by loomborn over there and he is the one that made my watch for me. He should be able to help you.
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I resorted to similar when I was working on replica of the watch from Human Nature / Utopia, as it involved taking a pocket watch apart. In my case, though, I was lucky enough to find not only an honest-to-god watch repair shop, but a place that specialized in pocket-watches, too. You might find similar in your neck of the woods.
I wish I had a more useful response, sorry.
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