Made in Glashütte: 7.3. Measuring vertical play

n addition to lateral play, the vertical play of the wheels is essential for smooth, friction-free running. This means that the wheels must not jam in the bearing stones or between the plates. They must always be able to lift slightly before they touch the upper plate. This is the vertical play. Our qualified watchmakers are able to assess this play expertly with a magnifying glass. NOMOS movements are particularly thin, which is why the vertical play is also very tightly controlled. In some places, it may only be between 15 and 30 micrometers. This is very demanding from a purely visual point of view. Opinions tend to differ here. And before a decision is made based on different opinions, our automatic vertical play testing system has already measured numerous movements. This is done very quickly. When it comes to functionality, we prefer to rely on verifiable data. nomos-glashuette.com #nomos #nomosglashuette #madeinglashuette