Expert: Kenneth Saunders - 7/5/2008

Question
QUESTION: I have an eight day clock with "MADE BY THE E.INGRAHAM CO.,BRISTOL,CONN.,U.S.A." printed along the bottom edge of the face. The numbers are numeric, not roman. A partial label on the back has the word 'ATLANTA' on it. I haven't been able to find out anything about this clock online. The works are intact; however, the pendulum itself has become detached - the small piece of metal that apparently holds it onto the works has deteriorated. What can you tell me about this clock?  Much Thanks!

ANSWER: so marked 1885-1958 by the company.

the broken part is called the suspension feather- cheap, need to cut to proper length and bend hook at bottom.

like here:http://www.timesavers.com/catalogmain2.asp?ProductID=19577&submit1=Search


http://www.clock-keys.com/CART/images/19577.JPG

seth thomas and others made an Atlanta model: http://www.antiqueclockspriceguide.com/clockdetail.php?id=27567

maybe your dial and movement are from another case?

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QUESTION: Ken, I thought another case could be the answer, too, but on the label/directions on the back of the clock - where the 'ATLANTA' is - its printed E. Ingraham CO, Bristol, CONN., USA. Weird, eh? Any thoughts? Thanks! cj

Answer
might have just had a different paper label put on to promote sale in the southern USA? might have had another name up North?
  Buy or check out LY's book: (http://www.timesavers.com/catalogmain2.asp?ProductID=15173&submit1=Search)
- might have some info or wade though the photos of Ingraham's on the web site for the antiqueclockspriceguide to see if you find yours?