Expert: William J Perkins - 8/15/2010

Question
MY MOTHER WAS WINDING CLOCK AND PULLED MIDDLECHAIN OUT.  IS THIS SOMETHING I CANFIX AT HOME OR DO I NEED CLOCK REPAIRMAN.  I LIVE IN COUNTRY AND VERY HARD TO GET SOMEONE TO SERVICE HERE.

Answer
Replacing a chain can be a frustrating endeavor best left to someone who understands the workings of a clock movement.  If, however, there is no option other than do it yourself, I can provide you with a description of how you might accomplish the task.  Otherwise I suggest you take the clock movement to a qualified clock mechanic.  It should only take a few minutes.  In any case, other than having a housecall, you would have to remove the movement from its case, either to repair yourself or to take to a clock repair person.  If you wish I will attempt to walk you through the removal of the movement from its case and, if you wish, subsequent replacement of the chain.  Think about it, and let me know.  Regards WJP