How to Set Up a Jacot Lathe | Pivot Polishing with Steiner-Made Tool

Hey, everyone! In this video, I reassemble, set up, and demonstrate a Steiner-made Jacot lathe — a specialized watchmaker's tool for pivot polishing. Watch step-by-step as I thread, install, and test each component, including a 3D-printed base I designed for added functionality. 3D Printed Base on Thingiverse: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:707... Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:15 Threading the thimble 01:53 Installing the threaded shaft 02:26 Headstock positioning disc install 03:32 Spindle locking widget install 😊 04:22 Installing the thumb screws 04:43 Polishing spindle installation 05:14 Support spindle installation 05:20 Headstock installation 05:41 Threading the drive cable 06:27 3D printing a custom base 07:15 First test 07:44 Measuring a pivot 08:08 Choosing the correct polishing spindle 08:13 Using the Jacot lathe 08:42 Before & after: pivot polishing results Pivot polisher disassembly video you may also enjoy:    • Steiner-Made Jacot Tool | Pivot Polisher D...   Thank you for watching! Jeff #jacotlathe #watchmaking #pivotpolishing #watchtools #horology #watchrepair #vintagetools #latheassembly #micromachining #3dprintedtools