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I asked you the question earlier about the weights being filled with ballust. You said that they indeed need to be filled wit either steel or lead. These weights are empty. What would you reccomend I use? Thank You so much for taking the time to answer questions like mine. You and your service are truly awesome. I gave you a very high rating, thanks again.

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Hello again Ken. We need to determine how much weight your clock needs for each of the shells. I would like to know what is stamped on the back of the clock movement. With this information I should be able to look up the correct amount of weight.
Also, I will need to know the diameter and length of the shells. They should all be the same.
Michael

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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.

Organizations
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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