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Expert: Harold Williamson - 10/1/2009


Question
I have an antique wall clock that has a changing sound of the gong.  The tip of the hammer appears to be very brittle and is this causing a tone change?  Where can I get a replacement hammer or hammer tip?

Answer
Hello Ron,

I use leather boot strings in most cases.  A variety of sizes are available.  It takes a little shaping and then I harden them with a drop of super glue if you find the sound is too mellow or soft.

Give it a try as you maintain the historical value of the clock and can be reversed if needed.

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919-304-7651
Mebane, NC

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Harold Williamson

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Clock Repair or clock restoration. Antique American, 400 day, cuckoo, European, Authorized Howard Miller and Ridgeway service center. Also do case restorations in keeping with the age of the clock. I make house calls up to about 150 miles from Mebane,NC for tall clocks and special situations.

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21 years as a clockmaker in central NC. Authorized Howard Miller and Ridgeway service center.

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NAWCC

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self taught, experience, mentored by a certified clocksmith. Have taken many clock repair courses since opening my shop to keep current with the industry.

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