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About John Newman
Expertise
Because of the variations of clock values throughout the world, and particularly the lack of data on modern production clocks, I regret that I CANNOT DETERMINE CLOCK VALUES. ALSO, WATCHES ARE NOT MY FIELD. However, I can advise the clock owner on proper maintenance of a clock to keep it running, small corrections and adjustments and how to move a clock without damaging it. I can also advise on obtaining parts for clocks. It helps if you can send any information on the clock movement which is usually found on the back plate of the movement. I have been involved in building, repairing and restoring clocks for about 30 years and was plant engineer in the mid 90's and later operations and engineering consultant at Emperor Clock Company in Fairhope, Alabama. I now have my own clock shop.
Experience
One of my greatest accomplishments was traveling to China to assist a clock factory in building clocks to the standards which we required. With the proper specifications and quality control, some beautiful clock cases were built. The factory people from the wood carvers to the plant manager were very congenial, friendly and I left a lot of wonderful friends when I returned from my trips.
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Clocks, Watches - Howard Miller Mantel Clock 4998
Expert: John Newman - 10/9/2008
Question
I recently acquired a Howard Miller Mantle (Bracket) Clock model #4998. I cannot find any information about this model. I know that it has a Hermle 76 1050-020 2 jewel movement. I think that was made before 1986 because the movement was made in West Germany. It came with directions stating "for no. 142-h Triple Chime Key Wind Movement Model #4998." At the bottom it says Barwick Clock Division, which I cannot find any information on.
So my question is when was the clock made and could you possibly give me any information pertaining to this particular model?
The case looks like the current Howard Miller Model 612-436 Thomas Tompion. The dial is silver with black roman numerals.
You help is greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Don
Answer
Don, I am out of state and my laptop has malfunctioned. I am using someone else's computer to delay my answers and go on vacation status. I will answer your question the first of next week when I return to my shop. Sorry for the delay.
John Newman
Don, your clock is what I consider a modern production clock. The movement has a balance wheel regulator and was manufactured in 1976 by Hermle for Howard Miller. Barwick was a special line of Howard Miller clocks, but I don't have any information on them. Sorry I couldn't help you any more.
John Newman
THE VILLAGE CLOCKSMITH
Old Prattvillage
Prattville, Alabama
klokdok@juno.com
(Due to the number of Allexperts questions and
the workload I have at my clock shop, I regret
that I cannot answer emails at this time
other than Allexperts follow ups.)
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