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Expert: - 2/21/2011


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I inherited my grandparents anniversary clock. The rotating pendulum isn't turning once I replaced the battery.  It is keeping time fine.  I don't know anything really about clocks so I don't really know where to begin in getting it to run properly again. Thank you for your help..

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I need to see a photo of the back of the clock to get some idea where you need to go with this. Can you attach a photo so I can see the area above the pendulum?
Most of these clocks have a suspension wire holding the pendulum. That wire is pushed by the clock movement from the back side.
Some of these clocks power the pendulum from below. Look under the base of the clock to see if you need to put another battery there.
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Michael Radi

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Clock repair and clock parts questions

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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.

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National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors

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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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