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About Martin Meyer
Expertise
Can answer repair and service questions for most types of clocks, antique and modern, mechanical and battery. NO appraisals, identification, history, dating, or questions about cuckoo clocks or watches. Website for Modern and Antique Clock Repair: Clockmasteronline.com
Experience
23 Years as owner and repairman of clock repair business, 28 years in the field. Factory Independent Service Center for Howard Miller, Ridgeway and (formerly) Sligh Clocks. Specializing in Fine Antique Longcase (grandfather) clocks. Clock Repair Website (Please remove "Not" from the address - this is a spam protection): www.NotClockmasteronline.com
Organizations
AWCI (American Watchmakers and Clockmakers Institute) and NAWCC (National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors)
Education/Credentials
Trained by a former Rolex Asia watchmaker, and by a Master Watchmaker/Clockmaker.
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You are here: Experts > Style > Antiques > Antique Clocks > 1979 Linden German Matel Clock
Expert: Martin Meyer
Date: 10/1/2008
Subject: 1979 Linden German Matel Clock
Question
I just got the 1979 Linden German Mantel clock. I was told that it works and that I would have to level it and wind the middle section. I have made sure that is level and did wind it until I could not turn the key anymore (I didn’t force it, just stopped once I felt tension). I still can’t get it to work. The pendulum won’t swing. Is there anything I can do?
Answer
Hi Lauren,
First, you must wind all keyholes (whether it has 2 or 3) all the way. If the pendulum will not continue swinging after you start it, the clock is most likely out of beat. Please browse my previous answers for discussions of setting the beat.
It is also possible that the bearings in the movement are worn, and the clock needs an overhaul or a new movement. 1979 is old for a modern mantle clock of this type their average lifespan is about 15 years, although this can vary greatly. http://www.clockmasteronline.com
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