Expert: William J Perkins - 6/16/2010

Question
I bought a 20 year old Emperor clock that needed the weight chains re-installed and cleaning/oiling.  Of course, I did not do enough research on oiling and I oiled it to much.  I placed a couple drops of oil on the moon dial rod so it spread into the moon dial picture leaving a oil stain. To be honest I'm surprised how well clock oil spreads/wicks. Is there anyway of removing the stain or blending in the stain ?

Rick

Answer
I presume the picture is silk screened on.  That being the case, I don't know of a medium that would not remove the ink along with the oil.  Your best and most cost effective procedure would be to replace the small moon dial disk.  A clock materials house would most likely be the best source.  Regards WJP