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Beyond the balance wheel, other parts may use "cocks" rather than full bridges: : Supports the escape wheel. Pallet Cock : Supports the pallet fork.

The balance cock is a cantilevered bridge, typically secured to the watch's mainplate by a single screw. It serves as the upper support for the balance staff—the axle upon which the balance wheel oscillates—enabling the watch to keep time. amateur cock

: Mounted on the balance cock, this lever allows an amateur or professional to adjust the active length of the hairspring, making the watch run faster or slower. Beyond the balance wheel, other parts may use