Expert: William J Perkins - 3/24/2008

Question
QUESTION: A friend inherited a beautiful grandfather clock and the only identification that we can fine is the name amherst on the face of the dial. Can you give me anymore info on this clock?
Thanks,  Don

ANSWER: Sorry, you have not provided information I would need to do research on your clock.  I suggest you gain access to the clock movement's backplate.  On that plate you will find information stamped in.  Copy and send me ALL of that information.  Then, I will be able to help you.  Regards WJP

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QUESTION: We have found the following information on the backplate of the works:
  F
HERMLE
Black Forest Clock
1161     853BS
114  cm
  60

I hope this information is helpful.  Thanks for a timely response.  Looking forward to hearing from you.  Thanks, Don.

Answer
Your clock was manufactured in 1993 by the Hermle clock company, located in the Black Forest area of Germany.  It is a model 1161-853 has an eight day cable driven movement with Westminister, Whittington and St Michael chime capabilities.  The hammers are mounted on bith sides of the chime rod unit.  This model is fitted with a 114cm pendulum beating at a rate of 60 beats per minute.  The plate demensions are: 200 X 140 mm with an internal distance between plates of 32 mm.  From the information you provided me that is all I can give you.  Regards WJP