Conclave 2026: Full Schedule

9:00am EDT

AWCI Mobile Classroom: Workshop: Screw Driver & Tweezer Maintenance

Tuesday September 15, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT

This class teaches proper screwdriver and tweezer maintenance including how to select and use sharpening tools. Learn about torque screwdrivers and new materials for screwdriver blades and tweezers. This is a hands-on workshop and tooling will be provided.

Speakers

Jason Champion

Education Director, AWCI

Jason Champion is a Certified Watchmaker 21 and the education director for the American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute (AWCI) where he aids in curriculum development, teaches classes, and oversees AWCI’s world-renowned certification, traveling education, and the Archie Perkins... Read More →

Tuesday September 15, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Walkway to Oscola

Track, AWCI Hands-On

Level Beginner
Session Format Hands-on Watches Workshop
Audience Retailers, Appraisers, Vendors

10:30am EDT

AWCI Mobile Classroom: Workshop: Modern Watch Timing Equipment: Watch Timers and Their Use

Tuesday September 15, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am EDT

Walkway to Oscola

This class will utilize modern Witschi mechanical watch timing equipment to analyze mechanical watch movements. The course will give a general overview of the timing equipment, allowing for questions and answers as well as an opportunity to use the equipment. Part of this course will be hands-on with movements and equipment being provided for use.

Speakers

Jason Ziegenbein

Lead Watch Educator, AWCI

Tuesday September 15, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Walkway to Oscola

Track, AWCI Hands-On

Level Intermediate
Session Format Hands-on Watches Workshop
Audience Retailers, Appraisers, Vendors

4:00pm EDT

AWCI Mobile Classroom: Workshop: Cell Replacement, The Right Way

Tuesday September 15, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT

Walkway to Oscola

This class will utilize modern ways to test the cell and movement ensuring a successful service for your customer. Movement cleanliness is a key element to ensure success. Part of this course will be hands-on with movements, tooling, and equipment being provided for use.

Speakers

Jason Champion

Education Director, AWCI

Tuesday September 15, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Walkway to Oscola

Track, AWCI Hands-On

Level Intermediate
Session Format Hands-on Watches Workshop
Audience Retailers, Appraisers

10:15am EDT

AWCI Mobile Classroom: Workshop: Modern Watch Timing Equipment: Watch Timers and Their Use

Wednesday September 16, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am EDT

Walkway to Oscola

Speakers

Jason Ziegenbein

Lead Watch Educator, AWCI

Wednesday September 16, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Walkway to Oscola

Track, AWCI Hands-On

Level Intermediate
Session Format Hands-on Watches Workshop
Audience Retailers, Appraisers, Vendors

11:45am EDT

AWCI Mobile Classroom: Workshop: Quartz Testers: How and Why

Wednesday September 16, 2026 11:45am - 12:45pm EDT

Walkway to Oscola

This class will utilize modern Witschi quartz timing equipment to analyze quartz watch movements. The course will give a general overview of the timing equipment, allowing for questions and answers as well as an opportunity to use the equipment. Part of this course will be hands-on with movements and equipment being provided for use.

Speakers

Jason Champion

Education Director, AWCI

Wednesday September 16, 2026 11:45am - 12:45pm EDT
Walkway to Oscola

Track, AWCI Hands-On

Level Beginner
Session Format Hands-on Watches Workshop
Audience Retailers, Appraisers

3:00pm EDT

AWCI Mobile Classroom: Workshop: Water Resistance: Wet and Dry Methods

Wednesday September 16, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT

Walkway to Oscola

Not only will the testers be demonstrated, but each participant will go hands-on with each machine. This training even includes programming these devices for their optimal use. Guidelines for testing will be discussed and specification charts will be handed out. Cases will be prepared for random testing. This is a hands-on workshop and tooling will be provided.

Speakers