A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 Watch spares Parts List
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 100 plate (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 105 Barrel bridge (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 118 Combined bridge (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 121 Balance cock (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 125 Pallet cock (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 163/1 Center pipe (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 182 Barrel and cover (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 195 Barrel arbor (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 200/1 Large driving wheel (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 210 Third wheel (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 227 Sweep second wheel (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 240 Cannon pinion with clam notch (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 243 Cannon pinion without clam notch (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 255 Hour wheel (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 260 Minute wheel (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 301 Regulator for flat hairspring (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 311 Upper cap jewel with end-piece, for balance (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 330 Lower cap jewel with end-piece,for balance (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 401 Winding stem (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 407 Clutch wheel (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 410 Winding pinion (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 415 Ratchet wheel (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 420 Crown wheel (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 422 Crown wheel ring (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 425 Click (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 430 Click spring (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 435 Yoke (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 440 Yoke spring (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 443 Setting lever (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 445 Setting Iever spring (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 450 Setting wheel (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 468 Cannon pinion guard (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 482 Setting lever return-spring (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 703 Escape wheel and pinion (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 710 Jewelled pallet fork (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 714 Pallet staff (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 721 Complete Balance (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 730 Roller (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 770 Mainspring (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 775 Brake spring (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 1141/1 Lower bridge for automatic device (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 1142 Upper bridge for automatic device (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 1143/1 Oscillating weight, mounted (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 1155 Lower cock for reduclion gear (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 1428 Stop click (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 1448 Stop click spring NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 1470 Reverser spring (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 1481 Reducrion gear (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 1482 Driving gear for crown wheel (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 1485/1 Reverser, mounled (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 1491 Oscillating weight bolt (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 2535 Date indicator guard (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 2555 Date indicator guard (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 2557 Date indicator (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 2558 Double-toothing hour wheel (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 2561/2 Day star with disk not transferred (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 2575 Date Jumper spring (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 2576 Date Jumper (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 2577 Day jumper (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 2608 Unlocking yoke lever (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 2632/1 Unlocking yoke for date indicator, mounted (NOS) |
| A Schild – AS Calibre 1916 – Part No. 2633 Unlocking yoke for date indicator (NOS) |
A. Schild (AS) Calibre 1916 Watch Spare Parts: Technical Overview and Sourcing Guide
A. Schild (AS) Calibre 1916 is a vintage Swiss automatic mechanical movement known for its robust construction, practical complications, and reliable performance. Manufactured primarily in the 1960s and early 1970s, it features sweep seconds, day and date functions with a quickset date mechanism activated by repeated pushing of the crown. This calibre is favored by collectors and watchmakers for restoring classic automatic wristwatches.
Key Technical Highlights
Calibre: AS 1916
Movement Type: Automatic, mechanical
Diameter: 25.60 mm (11.5 lignes)
Height: 5.95 mm
Jewels: 17, 21, or 25 synthetic ruby jewels
Beat Rate: 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz)
Power Reserve: Approximately 44 hours
Functions: Hours, minutes, sweep seconds, day, and quickset date (via repeated crown pushing)
Shock Protection: Vintage anti-shock system, typically Incabloc
Lift Angle: Approximately 52°
Common Spare Parts and Components
Mainspring and Barrel: Original or new-old-stock (NOS) mainsprings ensure steady and reliable power delivery.
Balance Wheel and Balance Staff: Precision parts essential for accurate timekeeping and shock resistance; exact fit is critical.
Rotor Assembly and Bearings: Crucial for smooth automatic winding; worn rotors and bearings should be replaced with genuine or NOS parts.
Pallet Fork and Escape Wheel: Escapement components prone to wear; sourcing original or NOS parts maintains smooth operation.
Gear Train Wheels (Minute, Third, Fourth): Often replaced due to wear; usually sourced from donor movements or NOS inventory.
Setting Mechanism (Stem, Crown, Levers, Springs): Accurate fitting parts ensure smooth winding, time, day, and quickset date adjustments; winding stems like Part No. 401 are commonly compatible.
Jewels: Synthetic ruby bearings arranged to reduce friction; replacements must correspond exactly to the original layout.
Hands and Dial Components: Period-correct parts help maintain vintage authenticity and enhance collector appeal.
Day and Date Components: Includes date indicator guards, date jumpers, unlocking yokes, and day star parts essential for calendar function reliability.
Sourcing and Maintenance Tips
Always use original, NOS, or donor parts specifically designated for AS 1916 to ensure perfect compatibility and maintain quality.
Handle delicate components such as the balance, escapement, rotor, and calendar parts carefully during servicing to prevent damage.
Apply modern synthetic watch oils sparingly, following vintage lubrication standards for optimum longevity and function.
Verify the calibre number stamped on the main plate before ordering parts to avoid mismatches.
Donor AS 1916 movements are excellent sources for rare or worn components.
Why AS 1916 Spare Parts Matter
Authentic parts preserve the calibre’s accuracy, reliability, efficient automatic winding, and smooth calendar function, critical for dependable vintage watch performance.
Proper restoration with genuine components safeguards the historical significance and collector value of these classic Swiss automatic movements.
Detailed technical documentation and an active watchmaker community facilitate efficient parts sourcing and expert repairs.
Maintaining the A. Schild AS 1916 calibre with high-quality, authentic spare parts ensures these vintage automatic watches continue to run reliably while honoring their place in Swiss horological heritage.
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