Walkers log. Knotmaster K.D.O Mk3

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Hi,

can anyone give me a few pointers. Just obtained the above, boxed with all the right bits. However, when I turn the spindle (a lot) nothing happens at the dial end. The spindle spins freely. I've yet to undo the thumb screw on the glass, which appears jammed, thought I'd ask the question before I go any further. It didn't cost a lot as it came as part of an auction bundle I won this week, but I'd like to get it in working order non the same.
If anyone has a detailed drawing / exploded diagram and or instructions for dismantling or indeed point me in the direction of someone who does, it would be much appreciated.

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R.T.
 
I suspect that there is nothing wrong, the rotator does an awful lot spinning to move the hands a small amount.
The bearings do require lubrication, 'The spindle and races should be frequently oiled by dropping a few spots of oil past the eye. In addition, after 500 miles or 4 weeks use, the back part should be removed and oil applied to the bearing assembly through the oil hole provided. The dial movement requires a few drops of oil every 500 miles.'

Hope this helps.
 
Ok, I couldn't resist it and decided to strip it down. A couple of things though. The instructions in the box say it is a Mk3, I think its a Mk2, The instructions have a cross sectional drawing which shows a conical shaped body. I have attached a picture of mine, can anyone confirm the Mk?
Also as you can see I couldn't resist striping it down as I've done a bit clock repairing in my time. Which is just as well as there was plenty of corrosion and muck. The face was pretty shabby, probably from the oil, but this cleaned up a treat. Now I have a problem where I can't separate the spindle from the rear bearing assembly. Its all loose but I can't extract it. It would appear that the line attachment end should come off so you can withdraw the shaft but I can't see how. Anyone got this far before and any pointers?
 
At a rough guess it looks like the earler version, the Cherub. I think all the bits were the same anyway. Cherubs tended to get polished and stuck on mahogany boards as trophies n nautical antique dealers so there are lots of them about, probably still in some semblance of working order.
 
A KDO Mk III A
Bought new in 1978/9

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It has a black plastic conical shaped body. It has Knotmaster Mk III A on the face

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VicS said:
A KDO Mk III A
Bought new in 1978/9
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For those that don't know,

KDO = Knotmaster Distance Only

KDS = Knotmaster Distance and Speed

OP, you definitely don't have a Mk III. What spinner came with it? The Mk III ones are molded plastic with a knurled chrome nose cone - I have no idea if they are compatible (ie properly calibrated) for earlier logs.
 
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