Expert: Kenneth Saunders - 1/20/2008

Question
The main spring seems to be broken or very weak. Are parts still available for this clock movement and is it worth getting repaired?

Answer
the spring is broken if turning the key only tightens tension briefly till it snaps back to no tension. All the parts are available including the entire mechanism. Worth of any modern clock is in the eye of the owner. Antique clocks take on value above and beyond, while most modern ones are not worth their current replacement value except to their loving owners. Your new spring in a new spring barrel costs about $40 just for the parts. You might get a pro to change the spring for you with no warrantee on the clock for under $100. Entire movements cost about 200 or so. If the clock runs - wind it more often and save $ or have it repaired.