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Expert: Martin Meyer - 10/27/2008


Question
I looking to buy a windup car clock that the crystal is missing, is this part available?
Thanks

Answer
Hi Gerald,

If the clock takes a standard convex or flat glass, you should be able to replace it. Clock glasses are available from clock supply houses like Timesavers or Merritts Antiques. If the required glass is beveled glass, not circular or has an unusual curve (such as a convex curve at the edges which flattens out across the top surface), replacement will be difficult, and may require you to look for a "parts clock" with a compatible glass. Note also that glass dimension must be very exact or the glass will not fit in the bezel; make sure that you measure accurately.  http://www.clockmasteronline.com

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Martin Meyer

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Can answer repair and service questions for most types of clocks, antique and modern, mechanical and battery. NO watches, appraisals, identification, history, dating, or questions about cuckoo clocks. Website for Modern and Antique Clock Repair: Clockmasteronline.com

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24 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

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AWCI (American Watchmakers and Clockmakers Institute) and NAWCC (National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors)

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Am also an Expert in the "AllExperts-Antiques-Antique Clocks" Category.

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Trained by a former Rolex Asia watchmaker, and by a Master Watchmaker/Clockmaker.

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