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Expert: Martin Meyer - 9/28/2008


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I have two antique grandfather clocks from my mother's estate. In the move the two keys were lost.  One is for a face which has four sides.  The second key is for the door of the 2nd clock, and has a very tiny point which the key would grab on to.Could you advise where I could get replacements.  Thanks

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Hi Cathy,

I'm not sure that I understand the details of your descriptions, but I believe you are looking for door keys, one for the upper door that covers the dial, and one for the main door.

Modern clocks have standard door keys which can be purchased from clock supply houses, and will work on most any modern clock. These keys might work on your antique clocks, however antique clocks often have "real" locks that require a specific key. If this is the case with your clocks, only a locksmith will be able to make a key which will fit your clocks.  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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