Expert: Michael Radi - 1/20/2011

Question
I asking this question about a clock that was given to my mother back in the middle 60's, comparing your answer to one of you asked question about the + &- adjustments on the back of the clock describes this clock to a "T" except that the stampings are 500v1,I believe (hard to make out), any way,I was winding the clock left to right (three winding springs)and got to the last one a heard a clunk, and when turning the key it would not wind up, (spring probley broken the spring) thinking that I opened the back and found a small peace of metal laying on the floor of the clock,can you tell me if its worth re paring and possible how much ,and where to send it

Answer
The cost of repair should not exceed the value that the clock has to you. I can't give you a repair price without knowing what has gone wrong. If it's just a broken mainspring you might spend $85 to $125 on the repair. If any gears are broken the price could skyrocket. If it's a Hermle movement gears are relatively cheap and available. If the movement was made by another company gears will not be available and have to be custom cut. If the sentimental value to you is priceless and your budget unlimited you might spend $350 to $450 on this.
Can you send me a photo of the piece you found inside the case? A photo of the movement would also be great.
Michael
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