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QUESTION: I have a clock that has "Centurion 35 day" on the clock face, "Korean" stamped on the back. I have broken the glass "cover" and am trying to locate a replacement. Can you tell me where I can find a replacement glass?
ANSWER: Steve, I believe there is an upper and a lower glass for these clocks. If it is plain you could have a local glass shop cut it for you. If it has a design on it, you would probably not be able to find a new one. I do have some used replacements that might not have the exact design on it but would probably work. If you will send the dimensions of the frame in which it goes, I can tell you whether I have one and give you the details. The best way to verify the dimensions is to cut out a piece of cardboard to fit and give me the dimensions of the cardboard. My email address is below. I will reply with the details and a photo of the glass.
John Newman
THE VILLAGE CLOCKSMITH
Old Prattvillage
Prattville, Alabama
klokdok@juno.com
(Due to the number of Allexperts questions and
the workload I have at my clock shop, I regret
that I cannot answer personal email questions on a timely basis
other than Allexperts follow ups.)
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QUESTION: The cardboard is 10", the location is the "face bezel" and the previous glass was beveled out, plain glass, no design. I've attached a picture of the clock in hopes that helps.
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Steve, I did get your email and was looking to see if I have a glass, but did not. It is interesting that I have a Korean "Centurion" clock case with the glass in it. However it is a rectangular wall clock with 2 equal size glasses in it. Yours is a school clock. If you will go to www.timesavers.com, they have a Website with an On-line catalog. They have a convex 10" glass, No. 14161. When you order, double check your measurements to insure it is the correct fit. The smaller and larger sizes available are 9-3/4" and 10-1/8". That's why I suggested you make a cardboard cutout to measure. If you have any more questions, get back with me.
John Newman
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John Newman
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As much as I would like to offer values of clocks, I am not a certified appraiser and will not venture into giving an unresearched guess. There is very little published information on what I consider to be the value of "modern production clocks". Considerations are what the clock originally sold for, the condition of the case and movement, and particularly the area in which you live, the demand and the economy. ALSO, WATCHES ARE NOT MY FIELD. However, I can advise the clock owner on proper maintenance of a clock to keep it running, small corrections and adjustments and how to move a clock without damaging it. I can also advise on obtaining parts for clocks. It helps if you can send any information on the clock movement which is usually found on the back plate of the movement. I have been a clockmaker for about 35 years and was plant engineer in the mid 90's and later operations and engineering consultant at Emperor Clock Company in Fairhope, Alabama. I now have my own clock shop.
Experience
One of my greatest accomplishments was traveling to China to assist a clock factory in building clocks to the standards which we required. With the proper specifications and quality control, some beautiful clock cases were built. The factory people from the wood carvers to the plant manager were very congenial, friendly and I left a lot of wonderful friends when I returned from my trips.
Organizations
Chamber of Commerce
Small Business Committee
Publications
Horological Times, a publication of the American Watch and Clockmakers Instute. Collaberated column author, with Photos and ideas for clock movement conversion article.
Education/Credentials
Associate of Science Mechanical Engineering Technology
Emperor Introductory Clock Repair (Eventually taught a portion of the class after becoming employee)
Awards and Honors
Small Business of the Quarter (Prattville, Alabama)
Leadership Class of 2009 (Autauga County, Alabama)
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