Expert: William J Perkins - 7/26/2009

Question
Good Morning Mr. Perkins,
I inherited a Grandmother clock from my Grandparents, and I'm curious if there is any specific instructions to hanging it?  How far off the floor/ceiling should it be, Is there any specific spot better than the next for this clock?  I have no idea even how to run the darn thing!  On the inside there is a plaque saying
' Limited Edition Westminster Clock Model 85-0035,  Hand crafted of solid Oak 45 of 100 made.  Does this mean anything to you?  We reside in Aylmer, Ontario and my Grandparents have always lived in this vicinity.  Thank you so much, I look forward to your response!
Sheri Andrews

Answer
The grand series of clocks, grand father, grand mother and grand daughter are all floor based models.  The height of the clock determines the classification.  78" and over is a grandfather, 66" thru 77" is a grandmother and 42" thru 54" is a granddaughter.  Since your clock is not floor based it is most likely a type of regulator.  If you could please send me a digital picture of your clock, include a measuring device, such as a yard stick in the picture.  This would provide me with all important measurements.  Frankly your clock interests me.  I suspect you might have a unique clock.  Since the allexpert format is rather restrictive in its abilities to move data back and forth you might prefer to send any additional information directly to my e-mail address.  The more information you provide the better.  One of the most important things you could do is to gain access to the rear of the clocks movement.  Copy down and send me ALL the data that is stamped upon the movements brass backplate.  My address is flashpowder@hotmail.com.  Use limited addition as your subject.  Regards WJP