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Question
What are the correct positions for each of the three weights on a grandfather
clock.
Hi Wendy,
This varies depending on the clock, the pendulum and whether it is antique or modern.
In general, the heaviest weight always goes on the right (as you look at the clock, and the lightest weight goes on the left. You may have 2 heavy weights and one light, 2 light weights and one heavy, or 3 weights all the same. Therefore, with the heaviest on the right and the lightest on the left, whatever is left goes on the center, and that weight may be either light or heavy.
For a more detailed discussion of weights on modern clocks, please see my recent answer "Gary - Replacing a pendulum". http://www.clockmasteronline.com
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Answers by Expert:
Martin Meyer
Expertise
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
Experience
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
Organizations
AWCI (American Watchmakers and Clockmakers Institute) and NAWCC (National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors)
Publications
Am also an Expert in the "AllExperts-Antiques-Antique Clocks" Category.
Education/Credentials
Trained by a former Rolex Asia watchmaker, and by a Master Watchmaker/Clockmaker.
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