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Expert: - 9/22/2009


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Hello-
I have a Hamilton mantel clock on which unfortunately the posts have been wound too tight.  Is there anything I can do to fix it, or will I have to take it to be repaired?  
Thank you.

Answer
When a clock is in good operating condition you should be able to wind it all the way up without a problem. If the clock won't run you will need to take it to a repair person. Letting down the power of the mainspring takes special tools and experience. There is a lot of power there and many a person has been hurt by the mainspring unleashing their power all at once.
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Michael Radi

Expertise

Clock repair and clock parts questions

Experience

I have been professionally repairing clocks for 11 years. I owned and ran a clock shop for 6 years. I have been the owner of a clock parts supply company for the past 11 years.

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National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors

Education/Credentials
High school graduate, some college, graduate of Niles Bryant School of Piano Tuning and repair.

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I perform about 20 clock repairs per week.

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