Clocks, Watches/Waterbury clock

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I recently purchased a Waterbury clock with a porcelain dial mounted in an ornate cast iron or white metal case which originally was plated with brass, some of which is still present. I can not find any marking indicating a model number or similar identification on the clock.The clock stands about 13 inches high and has a 3.5 inch dial
The clock is missing the escape wheel,arbor and drive gear, which I have not been able to locate. I have removed the verge assembly which can be seen in the attached photo of the clock works. Secondarily, I also need a spring for the pawl which holds the main spring when being wound up.
Can you direct me as to where I can find these parts.
Thank very much for any help you may offer.
Dale Green

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I would not take the clock in to my shop - could never find the parts and would not know what hey looked like to have them made (expensive) - search Ebay for another? Put a quartz movement in it? return it for your money back? Sell it As-Is on Ebay?? - sorry I am no help

the spring you could make yourself out of brass spring wire perhaps?
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any mechanical clock question -no watches- no battery clock questions and no appraisals-ie: "how much is my clock worth?" type questions please! Attach a photo if possible and note all markings on the rear of the mechanism- thanks 40 years as a professional clock repair person- still a full time clock repair service owner

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