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About Steve Skibicki
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Expertise
I have experience in all phases and types of clock repair

Experience
Twenty two years as a full time repairman and restorer

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Clockmakers Newsletter

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School of Clock Repair and Restoration

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Questions Answered By Expert Steve Skibicki
In Category Antique Clocks

Subject	Date Asked

Seth Thomas Mantle Clock	10/6/2008
Q: My clock hasn't run in 12 years, my husband doesn't like the chiming. I thought it was over-wound, ... A: First of all the clock is not over wound. The clock was designed with mainsprings capable of running ...
setting chimes	9/29/2008
Q: When I rewind my antique wall clock after letting it run down, the hour chime and time of day are ... A: This clock has a countwheel striking system. The best thing to do is to wind it every 7 days before ...
Wire in a Sessions 8 day Mantle Clock	9/28/2008
Q: I inhereted Sessions clock. 8 day keywound with chime and gong mechanism. Clock runs, chime works ... A: First of all be sure to wind the clock fully . This gives it the needed power to run and strike for ...
Grandmother clock chimes	9/27/2008
Q: I have just had my grandmother clock serviced, but unfortunately the claok-maker who did it had to ... A: The first thing to do is to make sure that you fully wind it each week. This gives it the power for ...
Ingraham banjo clock	9/26/2008
Q: My banjo clock (Nyanza model) is chiming 2 extra chimes at each hour. In researching a fix for this ... A: Letting the clock run down will not correct the problem. It would only be a stroke of luck for the ...
Ingraham banjo clock	9/24/2008
Q: My banjo clock (Nyanza model) is chiming 2 extra chimes at each hour. In researching a fix for this ... A: This is a frequent problem so don't worry we will solve it for you. The Nyanza uses the countwheel ...
clock chimes	9/17/2008
Q: i have a modern grandfather clock weight driven x 3 the works where removed for repair and ... A: If I understand you correctly your son turned a wheel that disturbed the chimes. The problem is I do ...
chime off on old pendulum clock	9/16/2008
Q: I have a Gustav Becker Two-weight Regulator, Circa 1900. When I have to change the time for ... A: We are going to solve this for you here and now. I think what you are telling me is that when the ...
striking sequence off	9/12/2008
Q: I have an old wall pendulum clock that has worked well. It is now striking the hour on the half hour ... A: I don't know what manufacturer made this clock or what type of movement you have so we will do this ...
Hermele Grandfather - 'Upstop'	9/6/2008
Q: What is the proper name of the wheels that create the upstop on winding the Hermele movement. (The ... A: George, The wheels are known as stop works. Hermle uses them as winding limiters. They help ...
anniversary clocks	9/3/2008
Q: i have two anniversary clocks.one the owner said it ran for years.is there a secret to setting it. ... A: 400 day clocks require patience and a little know how to set them up and keep them running. If the ...
J.F. New York New Haven Clock Co.	9/1/2008
Q: I have a old clock that has in the face just above the hands 'J.F. NEW YORK'. At the bottom of the ... A: J.F. New York was probably a jeweler or some other retailer who sold the clock. The movement is a ...
cottey/chandlee	9/1/2008
Q: Steve, Would appreciate any info on Cottey or his apprentise Chandlee as I have a Chandlee clock ... A: Benjamin Chandlee was born in Kildare Ireland in 1685. He emigrated to Philadelphia and apprenticed ...
parts for a grandmothers clock	8/30/2008
Q: Do you know where I can get weights and a pendulum for a senator grandmother clock by Danaher? My ... A: The clock was obviously not in running condition as received. It may need a bit more than just a ...
kund 400 day clock	8/30/2008
Q: i have obtained this clock, bought in germany around 1954. enamel face red name kund on face. what ... A: The mechanical version of the anniversary or 400 day clock is no longer being manufactured. The ...
kienzle grandfather clock 3 weight	8/27/2008
Q: I have inherited this wonderful grandfather clock of Kienzle/Germany which has 3 chimes and 3 ... A: The center weight is for the time. The left is for the hour strike and the one on the right is for ...
Batt. operated clocks on chimes	8/26/2008
Q: I have aquired a few battery operated wall clocks that chime. But they always chime 3 or 4 minutes ... A: There have been many battery movements produced over the years and they each have their own unique ...
gilbert mantle clock	8/24/2008
Q: the minute hand moves but the hour hand does not move when i am reseting the time on the clock.also ... A: The hour hand fits on a tapered post. Use your thumb nails and make sure its snug. Secondly the hour ...
Polishing antique clock	8/24/2008
Q: I bought an antique mantel clock- it appears to be black stone and is quite heavy- is there anything ... A: The first thing to do is make sure the case is clean. This is preferably done when the movement is ...
sessions gingerbread clock	8/24/2008
Q: I have an old sessions wind up clock, it worked when I bought it, even after I took it home, but ... A: Steve The clock needs to be in beat in order to continue running. Before you bend anything try ...
1955 IBM school clock	8/23/2008
Q: we have a 24 volt 60 cycle 4.5 amp IBM school clock type 77-55 circa 1955. we have a 24 volt ... A: I believe this is what they call a slave clock. A clock would be found in each of the school rooms ...
sessions gingerbread clock	8/23/2008
Q: I have an old sessions wind up clock, it worked when I bought it, even after I took it home, but ... A: First of all I want to caution you, the springs in a clock can be very dangerous . They cut like ...
Gilbert clock	8/21/2008
Q: I have an older Gilbert 1807 model that has quit. Looking at it I see that the pendulum is wipping ... A: I don't know what parts got bent. To correct the problem requires experience and knowledge . When ...
Seth Thomas Mantel key wind Lynton	8/18/2008
Q: Inside the wooden case on the door I found 3 sets of numbers. What do the numbers mean? They are ... A: In my research I found an electric plug in clock by Seth Thomas called the Lynton. The Howard Miller ...
runs too fast	8/18/2008
Q: I inherited this clock from my father. It actually works. Only a bit too fast. About 10 min avery ... A: There should be a round pendulum on this clock. A threaded rod runs through it with a nut at the ...
Seth Thomas clock	8/15/2008
Q: I have a Seth Thomas clock circa 1898 to 1905 Adamattine clock with the Lions head on the side. The ... A: Wind the clock completely and it should run a full week. Don't just take a wind or two wind it all ...
Electric Sessions clock	8/13/2008
Q: I have a 1930's era Sessions clock. It has a mechanical movement driven by two small electric ... A: Many clock shops today have ceased the repair of plug in clocks because replacement parts ...
which key hole is which?	8/13/2008
Q: I have my dad's old Lauffer mantle clock, typical three key hole configuration on the face, It works ... A: The typical winding pattern is the hole on the left is the hour strike. The center is the time and ...
Clock has nothing but number 11715 on back of clock works	8/11/2008
Q: I recently purchased a German? tall case clock that is weight driven, and I cannot find a name of ... A: The clock was made September 1913. were there any trademarks on the back of the movement? Sometimes ...
Mantle Clock	8/11/2008
Q: I have a New Haven Clock Company Tambour No. 19. What can you tell me about it? I have not been able ... A: I could not find any reference to the #19. The tambour style originated in the early 20th century. ...
warren telechron electric clock model BB serial 226033B	8/10/2008
Q: This clock has only recently stopped working, which is pretty amazing. It has been in my family for ... A: The truth is in its present condition not running it holds less value than a running clock. Most ...
Able Cottey Grandfather Clock	8/9/2008
Q: My sister gave me her New England Clock Able Cottey #NE 102 and I can't get it to chime. Is there ... A: The weights may hold the key here. Were they marked as to hanging order? In other words left middle ...
Franz Hermle	8/8/2008
Q: I just purchased a Franz Hermle clock set. It has the 2 urns and of course the clock. The numbers on ... A: The correct key is a Hermle #3. These are available from timesavers.com. The 130 series movements ...
1982 Elgin Mantle clock	8/7/2008
Q: I just purchase an 1982 Elgin Mantle Clock with Westminster chimes, Model 340-020 made in W.Germany. ... A: The clock is not over wound. When ever you wind a clock wind it fully. The clock is 26 years old. ...
Cleaning painted dial	8/6/2008
Q: I am wanting to get your advice on how to clean a painted ST dial (white with black letters typical ... A: I do not know what material the dial is made from, paper , celluloid etc.. I don't recommend ...
Bluing hands	8/3/2008
Q: I was wondering if you could share any ideas on your methods for bluing the hands and screws of my ... A: There are several ways to put a blue finish on steel. There are liquid gun bluing products. ...
Chime is 4 hours behind	8/3/2008
Q: We recently purchased an old colonial manufacturing company clock..it works and chimes, but the ... A: Jason, Unless something is broken or someone took the clock apart we have a hand problem. Allow the ...
Chime is 4 hours behind	8/3/2008
Q: We recently purchased an old colonial manufacturing company clock..it works and chimes, but the ... A: The hour strike is off. The fix is easy. The hour hand has moved. Listen and count the number of ...
Gustav Becker pully cable replacement	8/2/2008
Q: Steve, I have a G.B. two weight vienna regulator with broken pulley cables. Where would I find ... A: Finding the cable is easy, go to timesavers.com Putting the cable in is another matter. Most ...
Winding Arbor	8/2/2008
Q: I am cleaning up and repairing a Seth Thomas Round Band Movement. The only problem I don't know ... A: Ok, I don't quite know which movement we are talking about but it does not matter. Once the hook ...
hair spring adjustment	8/1/2008
Q: I've been trying to adjust the time on an old Japanese T and S clock made around 1920. It has an ... A: Neil, You could have several problems. I always stress to people that you cannot in most cases clean ...
cuckoo clock musical movement	7/31/2008
Q: Steve , I recently took all of the movements out of my clock for cleang and lubing. I have forgot ... A: Ernest, I am going to assume that we are talking about a music unit attached to the side of the ...
Abel Cottey	7/30/2008
Q: I saw your response to a question regarding a clock marked Abel Cottey #102. I was curious as to ... A: I answered that question several months ago and I do not recall where I found the answer. This ...
Plymouth Clock Finish	7/28/2008
Q: I have a tambor Plymouth Clock with nonretrievable finish. I can refinish but don't know what to ... A: The rosette shpould be wood like the rest of the case. I would refinish it in the same manner. The ...
hair spring adjustment	7/28/2008
Q: I've been trying to adjust the time on an old Japanese T and S clock made around 1920. It has an ... A: Neil, I'm going to assume we are talking about a balance wheel escapement and not a pendulum model. ...
gustav becker regulator	7/27/2008
Q: Steve, I've recently purchased an large antique, two weight regulator made by Gustav Becker. ... A: Kevin, Exact replacements are not available. Some of the suppliers sell case parts but again its ...
seth thomas series 89 adamtine mantel clock	7/25/2008
Q: I was just given this clock and i'm trying to get any information on it's history going by info i've ... A: The clock is of the style known as black mantel clocks. They were American interpretations of French ...
Wm. L. Gilbert Clock Company	7/19/2008
Q: I have a Wm. L. Gilbert Mantle clock. I've given up looking at web sites. I have seen a list of ... A: I took a quick look on the internet and I could not find it either. Even the antique clocks website ...
thorens movement cuckoo clock	7/17/2008
Q: My husband just inherited his grandparent's cuckoo clock. We would like to know how to set the time ... A: Thorens is the company that made the music box in the clock. The clock will strike and cuckoo on ...
Telechron Alarm Clock	7/15/2008
Q: I have what I think is a vintage alarm clock - The front has Telechron - Switch Alarm. On the back ... A: The value of any clock depends on the quality, condition and how rare the piece is. The best thing ...
timekeeper clock	7/14/2008
Q: I have a timekeeper wall clock that chimes,however the clock chimes are not very loud. I would like ... A: Take the plastic cover off. Check for anything like foam packing material inside which may be ...
hamilton mantle clock340-020 73	7/13/2008
Q: The small hooks on the winding arbors that catch in the hole at the end of the spring are broken or ... A: The arbor hooks in this movement are short. The 73 indicates the year the clock was made. this is an ...
timekeeper clock	7/13/2008
Q: I have a timekeeper wall clock that chimes,however the clock chimes are not very loud. I would like ... A: Is this a battery operated clock? Battery clocks have a volume knob in the back. Wind up clocks have ...
Strikes incorrectly	7/12/2008
Q: I have the same problem as a previous writer. My old Seth Thomas mantle clock strikes erratically. ... A: Did you get a warranty and a write up of what work he performed? Most reputable clock repair people ...
Strikes incorrectly	7/12/2008
Q: I have the same problem as a previous writer. My old Seth Thomas mantle clock strikes erratically. ... A: When a clock is this troublesome a few things come into play. First of all servicing usually ...
Seth Thomas 89ad movement parts	7/12/2008
Q: I have just purchased an Adamantine ST clock with an 89AD movement and it turns out the last repair ... A: The dial is celluloid an early form of plastic. You could try Ebay. Or go to timesavers.com . The ...
Seth Thomas 89ad movement parts	7/11/2008
Q: I have just purchased an Adamantine ST clock with an 89AD movement and it turns out the last repair ... A: I'm trying to understand some of your terminology.By the speed mechanism are you refering to the ...
Herman Miller Wall clock	7/10/2008
Q: I recently obtained a wall HM wall clock. It works well, however it chimes two hours short of the ... A: Sorry about the snap judgement I wasn't wearing my glasses. We have a weight driven movement. The ...
Herman Miller Wall clock	7/10/2008
Q: I recently obtained a wall HM wall clock. It works well, however it chimes two hours short of the ... A: This is a battery operated clock. Is there a glass over the dial? If not after it strikes the next ...
Urgos manufacture date	7/8/2008
Q: I have an inherited Urgos Grandfather clock and would like to find out approximately how old the ... A: To my knowledge Urgos did not put a date code or year of manufacture on their clocks. Sometimes ...
westminster chime mantle clock	7/7/2008
Q: Good Evening Steve, I wonder if you can help. I have bought a rather nice Napoleon Hat style ... A: I am going to assume that you mean the hour strike is not correct. To correct it, count the strikes ...
German made schoolhouse wall clock	7/6/2008
Q: I have a oak wall clock bought in the late 1970's, it has west minster chimes, an ivory face, roman ... A: Clocks produced in the United States from the early 60's on up to the present time used German ...
German made schoolhouse wall clock	7/5/2008
Q: I have a oak wall clock bought in the late 1970's, it has west minster chimes, an ivory face, roman ... A: Here are your instructions, The clock has 3 winding holes. The hole on the left is for the hour ...
Chime is way off	6/25/2008
Q: I have a 1908 Seth Thomas Kitchen clock with the alarm. It does strike once on the 1/2 hour but I ... A: These clocks can be frustrating at times. When it strikes , does it strike and then stop only to ...
Thorens Movement Edelweiss	6/25/2008
Q: I have this German cuckoo clock that was a gift to my Dad from my mothers family in Germany. I have ... A: I don't know the repair history of the clock. Its very possible that it could use an overhaul. First ...
cuckoo clock	6/25/2008
Q: I recently bought a cuckoo clock with the wrong size weights(1500 grms)too heavy for this size ... A: Phillip My problem with used cuckoo clocks is that the owners usually give them up because after ...
mantel clock	6/21/2008
Q: my dad recently died and left me this clock which has been handed down from generation to generation ... A: Bill, Thia is an American clock. Its known as a shelf or parlor clock. It was made roughly between ...
coo coo clock	6/21/2008
Q: I have a coo coo clock that was working perfect, then one day it stopped singing and the people did ... A: Carol, The chain connects the dancing platform to the drive unit on the music box. I usually loosen ...
zandaam clock	6/20/2008
Q: I have three of these clocks and have rebuilt all three of them, 2 run beautifully and the third ... A: troy, Did you take them completely apart and overhaul them? You did not specify whether these are ...
chime adjustment	6/18/2008
Q: I have a Smiths Enfield Chiming mantle clock. It should chime on the hour either 1-12 times ... A: Your clock is a tambour style mantle clock. The tambour refers to the case style. This style was ...
chime adjustment	6/18/2008
Q: I have a Smiths Enfield Chiming mantle clock. It should chime on the hour either 1-12 times ... A: I believe the hour hand is to blame. The next time the clock strikes count the strikes by ear. Then ...
sessions mantle clock speed adjustment	6/14/2008
Q: I have an old camel back mantle clock. I have been told it is a Sessions although I find no name on ... A: Perhaps the dial is a replacement as well. These clocks have a regulator .There is normally a hole ...
Antique pendulum wall clocks	6/11/2008
Q: I've got two pendulum wall clocks, one weighted, one wind-up. Both are adjusted so the pendulum ... A: Rick, I guess I'm not a good teacher at times. My aim in the last post was to instruct you how to ...
Antique pendulum wall clocks	6/11/2008
Q: I've got two pendulum wall clocks, one weighted, one wind-up. Both are adjusted so the pendulum ... A: Rick, Both of your clocks are out of "beat". Before doing anything listen to each clock as it ...
grandfather clock	6/9/2008
Q: I have a grandfather clock that I am trying to identify, Markings: E. Lauffer Spez Fedrik mod Haus ... A: Connie, If I could see the clock I would be better equipped to answer your questions. The German ...
Clock Info	6/9/2008
Q: Steve-please look at my attachment and see what you might be able to tell me. I know it is an ... A: These are factory made clocks and they made thousands. Value is dictated by condition and how rare ...
Junghans Movement	6/8/2008
Q: I have a large Junghans Westminster 5 hammer movement and need to know how much weight I need to ... A: Sir, I checked a Junghans reference book. It gives no details as to weight or pendulum length. Both ...
chimes off	6/6/2008
Q: I have a waltham 31 day chime pendulum clock passed down to me from my grandmother and I can't seem ... A: First of all make sure the clock is wound all the way. A 31-day takes a lot of winding. What I tell ...
Clock identification	6/4/2008
Q: I am having a difficult time locating a successful avenue in my search to identify a Ridgeway clock ... A: Chad , Ridgeway is a modern clock company. The Ridgeway factory built the case. Like every other ...
adjusting the weights on ridgeway grandfather clock	6/1/2008
Q: I recently acquired an antique clock from a deceased family member and unfortunately it didn't come ... A: The chime order varies depending on the manufacturer. The three basic chimes are Westminster, ...
clock movements and pendulums	6/1/2008
Q: I recently acquired a couple of clock movements. One striking the other not. I cleaned and oiled ... A: Dave Sometimes there are obvious features that will differentiate one from the other. Most modern ...
adjusting the weights on ridgeway grandfather clock	6/1/2008
Q: I recently acquired an antique clock from a deceased family member and unfortunately it didn't come ... A: There is no adjusting of weights. The chain should have a hook on one end and a ring or solid tab on ...
kienzle wall clock	5/30/2008
Q: my kienzle antique wall clock strike clutch is broken..took it to a repair man..... he said it ... A: Dennis, Most antique clock parts are not readily available. But the truth is they may be ...
Abel Cottey Grandfather Clock Chimes Quit Working	5/28/2008
Q: I recently had this clock cleaned and serviced, so that is not the issue. We had let the clock stop ... A: Carol, Does the clock have a chime selector switch? A lever protruding through the front of the ...
Abel Cottey Grandfather Clock Chimes Quit Working	5/28/2008
Q: I recently had this clock cleaned and serviced, so that is not the issue. We had let the clock stop ... A: First of all check to see that the weights are placed correctly. Facing the clock the heaviest ...
MainSpring for chiming clock	5/27/2008
Q: I have a mantle clock that keeps great time but the chime train spring(if thats the right ... A: First of all what brand is the clock and approximately how old is it? The older chime clocks must be ...
B Stewart Clock	5/26/2008
Q: I have a black clock - very heavy. It appears to be made of stone. It says B Stewart on the face. ... A: Barb, The clock is either American or French. The B. Stewart is likely the name of a retail store ...
Chime/Time adjustment	5/25/2008
Q: After being set to the correct time and chime sequence, the clock runs fine for several hours, then ... A: Dennis, The Seth Thomas 89 is an antique clock that uses the countwheel method of striking. A ...
Seth Thomas Mantel Clock Problems	5/24/2008
Q: I have purchased a Seth Thomas mantel clock that has two problems. The first is that it seems to ... A: Pat, The fact of the matter is that there is nothing that you can do to correct this. It strictly a ...
Seth Thomas Mantel Clock Problems	5/24/2008
Q: I have purchased a Seth Thomas mantel clock that has two problems. The first is that it seems to ... A: Pat, Its possible that the square on the winding arbor has been worn down enough not to engage the ...
Seth Thomas Mantel Clock Problems	5/24/2008
Q: I have purchased a Seth Thomas mantel clock that has two problems. The first is that it seems to ... A: First of all be sure the clock is wound all the way. One or two turns of the key won't do it. ...
Elgin Mantel Clock (three holes on the face)	5/23/2008
Q: The Elgin Clock I have has three holes on the front for winding. The clock keeps excellent time. The ... A: Victor, Winding the clock gives it its power. The hole to the left is the hour strike. The center ...
Westminster "London" old Wall clock encased in wood, glass doors anda single pendulum	5/23/2008
Q: We have a Westminster "London" wall clock. On the clock face is the address 305 Rue de Charenton, ... A: Mike, there are countless manufacturers of clocks. A Westminster chime clock is pretty much a 20th ...
Gilbert Clock	5/22/2008
Q: I have a clock that was my granfather's. Info I have: Gilbert, Bim Bam Tambour, dial reads 1807, ... A: Lynda, The number 1807 is the model number. A bim-bam means that the clock has 2 strike hammers ...
Ansonia incorrect chiming	5/17/2008
Q: I have an Ansonia mantle clock I believe from the 1970's. Recently, I moved it from my father's ... A: Glenn, If I could offer anything I thought you could do I would happily tell you.Aside from trying ...
value of chelsea ship's clock	5/16/2008
Q: i have inherited a brass chelsea ship's clock that was actually removed from a ship sometime in the ... A: Condition and how rare a clock is determine the value of a clock. Scratches on the case or dial , ...
Linden Westminster Chime Mantel clock	5/15/2008
Q: How can I tell how old this clock is. The serial No.is 340-020. The model No. is 8258 ore 8257 A: Ron, The 340-020 is the model of the movement. The company that made the movement is Hermle. The ...
Sessions Mantle Clock	5/9/2008
Q: I bought it for resale and want to restore the finish as it is badly alligatored. When I remove the ... A: The hour hand just comes forward. You may have to gently work it back and forth as you pull it. The ...
grandfather clock	5/8/2008
Q: My husband and I just inherited a grandfather clock that was his fathers and we need to know what is ... A: The best way is to contact a clock shop. A lot of them will dismantle them and pack the components ...
Cuckoo clock does not 'cuckoo'	4/29/2008
Q: Recently I replaced the 2 bellows of my cuckcoo clock. However, after I assembled the clock back, it ... A: How old is the clock? If the bellows were replaced because of deterioration then it may be time to ...
Finding parts for cast brass cuckoo movement	4/29/2008
Q: I have an old cast brass cuckoo movement that seems to be missing a part. I've been working on ... A: In my time I've overhauled countless cuckoos of every type. I'm going to try and interpret the ...
Clock repair & ID	4/20/2008
Q: I have done several searches and have found a ton of info on Gilbert clocks but nothing on the one I ... A: Kevin, I checked my reference books and found one listing for the Gilbert Laurel. It is a ...
pendulum and rod for diana huntress clock	4/15/2008
Q: i have a seth thomas and sons diana the huntress clock with the original round movement..i do not ... A: Most clock parts are not a simple buy off the shelf and drop in. You will need an american pendulum ...
How to look if my Garrard clock is a three train mechanism	4/14/2008
Q: I have by mistake turn the hands of my Genalex clock backwards and now it will not strike the hours ... A: Sometimes problems are hard to diagnose without seeing them first hand. Sometimes a silent lever ...
elgin mantle clock	4/12/2008
Q: 3 slot key wind up westminster chime, the clock loses 20 mins. a day, can I fix it? thanks ANSWER: ... A: Dan Your clock has a balance unit instead of a pendulum. I still don't know if it is the older ...
elgin mantle clock	4/12/2008
Q: 3 slot key wind up westminster chime, the clock loses 20 mins. a day, can I fix it? thanks A: First of all the age of the clock comes into play. A modern clock gets pretty worn out in 20 years ...
revere grandmother clock	4/8/2008
Q: steve i just purchased a revere grandmother clock the clock is absolutely mint looks like new the ... A: The clock may not actually be missing a note, meaning an actual part missing. Chances are the clock ...
Enfield Quarter Westminster Chime	4/5/2008
Q: I have just purchaed an enfield clock. I have set it up and it has been working perfectly for 3 ... A: Does this clock have three wind holes? Three wind holes indicate a clock that plays a chime sequence ...
colonial of zeeland grandfather clock	4/1/2008
Q: Steve Just purchased a Used Grandfather Clock #7716233. Tried to find John Collins but his email no ... A: Unscrew the brass nut that holds the hands. Remove only the minute hand. There is a brass bushing in ...
colonial of zeeland grandfather clock	3/30/2008
Q: Steve Just purchased a Used Grandfather Clock #7716233. Tried to find John Collins but his email no ... A: I spent some time looking up your clock in my reference works. So far I have not run across the ...
Cast Iron Clock	3/22/2008
Q: I have been given an Ansonia Pompeii cast iron clock, the movement has been overhauled, but the case ... A: The best time to deal with the case would have been while the movement was in the shop being ...
Wall Clock Identification	3/21/2008
Q: I have two very old regulator wall clocks that were given to me by my grandfather (a collector)years ... A: The old American clock factories would put a label on the back of the clock and other times it would ...
New Haven Banjo Wall Clock	3/18/2008
Q: I am repairing the captioned wall clock for a friend. The suspension spring, rod and pendulum are ... A: The suspension rod and spring come as a unit. They are listed as suspension rods for American ...
Clock cleaning	3/14/2008
Q: What causes a white film to develop on the clock components after or during the cleaning process? I ... A: The white film is a reaction to the clock either having been previously sprayed with a product such ...
Daneker floor clock	3/11/2008
Q: I just purchased a Senator Floor Clock Daneker Original and it has a missing finnial as well as a ... A: Daneker clocks are no longer in production so case parts such as finials for a particular model are ...
Ridgeway Grandfather clock	3/11/2008
Q: How is the pendulum held onto the clock works. I might have a missing part to keep the pendulum from ... A: Look at the back of the clock movement. At the top you will see a brass post . In the center of the ...
200 year old grandfather clock	3/9/2008
Q: My grandfather clock keeps nearly perfect time. The problem I'm having is it's a clock that strikes ... A: Jack, To correct the strike problem you have to remove the hands and the dial. Remove the pendulum ...
200 year old grandfather clock	3/9/2008
Q: My grandfather clock keeps nearly perfect time. The problem I'm having is it's a clock that strikes ... A: The clock sounds like a French Morbier.After it makes the first strike upon the hour it repeats it ...
G.Becker regulator	3/6/2008
Q: Steve, I have a circa 1880 G.Becker two weight regulator. I have had it to my local clock shop for ... A: The best time to do work of this type is while the movement is out of the case being repaired. It ...
clock mechanism identification	3/5/2008
Q: Where can I find information on determining the make/model of a clock mechanism. Sometimes there are ... A: Modern clocks have a code system on the back plate. They use a series of numbers and or letters to ...
cleaning solutions	3/5/2008
Q: I used BENZINE ( a clear volatile liquid) to clean watch mechanisms. It was used by most of the old ... A: There are many great commercially available clock cleaning solutions. Years ago I used the petroleum ...
Ingraham Banjo's Winding, maintaining	2/29/2008
Q: Steve: I've just purchased my first antique clocks, two Ingraham Banjo's (1915)a Nile and Nyanza - ... A: First of all do not count how many times you crank or wind your clocks, just wind them fully once a ...
Wall clock chimes	2/25/2008
Q: have an old wall clock (probably around 1920) It keeps good time But . It chimes every 15 minutes , ... A: The clock is having power problems. It could be dirty or have a tired or worn mainspring and it ...
340-020 Movement	2/21/2008
Q: I'm replacing my existing movement with a brand new (out of the box) Hermle 340-020. Is there ... A: The first thing I usually do is properly lubricate the movement.Next thing is the mounting. The new ...
pendulum weight	2/21/2008
Q: I have a 1913 seth thomas mantle clock. It appears to be level but the pendulum stops after a short ... A: There are many different grades and models of Seth Thomas clocks. The larger mantel clocks produced ...
pendulum weight	2/20/2008
Q: I have a 1913 seth thomas mantle clock. It appears to be level but the pendulum stops after a short ... A: I am going to assume that you have the correct pendulum bob. First of all make sure the clock is ...
Zaandaam Clock	2/19/2008
Q: It is losing about 5 min a day. I have tried to adjust the pendulum (sic), but it will not move ... A: David, Most pendulums will be threaded to accomodate a rating nut. Others use a friction fit or a ...
Pendulum stopping	2/18/2008
Q: I have gotten a pendulum clock I have not seen it actually work. When I start the pendulum it runs ... A: Did you wind the clock? Wind it up all the way. Gently start the pendulum and listen to the tick ...
w. german keywound wall clock	2/17/2008
Q: Picked up a nice looking clock at an estate sale-it's not running, but has the key and three holes ... A: The clock was made by the Jauch Clock company in Germany. This is a chiming clock. Wind all three ...
over wound- will not chime	2/10/2008
Q: It runs well, however, my kids overwound the two chiming key holes and now will not chime. It does ... A: First of all always wind the clock all the way. The springs are designed to power the clock for a ...
how to wind clock	2/5/2008
Q: I recently purchased a very nice antique vienna regulator clock-I don't see any mfr.s marks. It has ... A: If there are any manufacturer's ID marks they will be found on the back of the movement ...
Pendulum	2/4/2008
Q: Steve Do you have any idea about the size pendulum I need for a Seth Thomas Sharon steeple clock? ... A: I apologize about this late answer. I did answer it at the time and only recently realized that it ...
Ansonia La Roca Mantel Clocl	2/4/2008
Q: I want to know what size pendulum and key i need for my clock. Also I am not sure how to wind an old ... A: To wind your Ansonia, the left hole winds clockwise and the one on the right turns counterclockwise. ...
Cat gut line	2/2/2008
Q: I am looking for cat gut line for Gustav Becker Vienna wall clock,weights are 2kg 660gr , where I ... A: First of all I would not recommend catgut. I would use a modern braided nylon cord. Today catgut is ...
antique clock	1/27/2008
Q: I have a clock that has no date on it but on the face made by the new haven clock co. new haven ... A: The New Haven Clock Company produced many different styles and models. It is helpful to have a ...
Seth Thomas Steeple clock -Sharon	1/26/2008
Q: I have a Seth Thos steeple clock -Sharon 1924. It is a great clock but I have two "issues". One, the ... A: Bouncing happens when the hammer is adjusted too close to the chime rod.Bend the hammer slightly ...
how to date my clock	1/24/2008
Q: I purchased a Abel Cottey - The new england clock company from a friend and was wondering if 900$ ... A: The clock is definitely a replica or reproduction. More than likely just a model named for this ...
how to date my clock	1/24/2008
Q: I purchased a Abel Cottey - The new england clock company from a friend and was wondering if 900$ ... A: After a little research I found out that Abel Cottey was a Black clockmaker in Colonial times. This ...
Clock	1/19/2008
Q: I have a 100 year old New Haven steeple kitchen clock. I took it to a clock repair man who checked ... A: First of all wind the alarm mechanism. You will find it located in the bottom left hand corner of ...
Grandfather clock	1/14/2008
Q: I have a grandfather clock that my dad made for me before he died, I don't know what kind it is, the ... A: The center weight is for the time. The right weight operates the chime system and the left one is ...
Gustav Becker Mantel Chime clock	1/13/2008
Q: Is there a book available re: repairing a Gustav Becker chime mantle clock? A: The truth is clock repair is not something you want to attempt on your own. You can damage the clock ...
clocks	1/11/2008
Q: My husband was given a Daneker clock. It's style # is J66. It also says fluorck on it. Could you ... A: The Daneker clock company originated in Fallston Maryland. The company built the wooden cabinets or ...
Junghans regulator clock	1/8/2008
Q: I purchased an antique Junghans regulator(I think) wall clock. It has the model # B-09 on the back ... A: I apologize for the delay in answering the question. I have repaired and rebuilt many Junghans ...
Refinishing Ingraham mantel clock	1/4/2008
Q: Steve. I have an Ingraham mantel clock date coded 1903. It is originally a black finish with three ... A: To remove the paint I would use paint remover. Follow the directions on the can . Gently remove the ...
Thomas a300 elec. chimes	1/2/2008
Q: I found a nice S.T. A300 electric mantel clock. It looks good and keeps good time, but it chimes one ... A: The inncorrect hour strike usually indicates the hour hand is out of position. Count how many times ...
340-020	12/31/2007
Q: I was wondering where on my clock that i might be able to turn of the chimes. I have looked and cant ... A: Some clocks have a selector or silent switch protruding throuh the dial at about the three o'clock ...
PENDELU M	12/30/2007
Q: I HAVE A PENDELUM WITH FIVE BARS WITH AN ADJUSTMENT GOING FROM LEFT TO RIGHT AND A WT. THAT CAN BE ... A: First of all the pendulum is the time keeper of the clock. Try not to "twist" it at all. Moving the ...
clock repair	12/29/2007
Q: I just bought a Waterbury 8 day clock, I belive to be over 100 years old. It is about 22 inches ... A: Wind the clock fully. This should give it power for a week if its in good condition. Give the ...
clock repair	12/28/2007
Q: I just bought a Waterbury 8 day clock, I belive to be over 100 years old. It is about 22 inches ... A: What do you mean by inoperable? Are you sure that you wound it in the correct direction? On most ...
Sticky Hammer on Junghans Clock	12/24/2007
Q: Two days ago, i brought my Junghans clock back from the service shop (it had a broken spring). Much ... A: The chime self corrector on this model can be difficult to adjust properly. I have also seen one or ...
Sticky Hammer on Junghans Clock	12/24/2007
Q: Two days ago, i brought my Junghans clock back from the service shop (it had a broken spring). Much ... A: It sounds to me as if the chimes are out of adjustment slightly.Most modern clocks have a self ...
Ingraham Clock #3	12/16/2007
Q: .This clock I purchased from Ebay. Unfortunatly the insides were taken out and replaced with a ... A: Sometimes its difficult to find the original model names for antique clocks. Most of the original ...
colonial of zeeland grandfather clock	12/15/2007
Q: model #6031f new in 1980. the hour gong is off. it rigs 2 hours ahead. 3 gongs at 1 o-clock 4 gongs ... A: Very simple. The hour hand is in the incorrect position. Using the minute hand go through the chime ...

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