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Clocks, Watches/Questions Answered by Expert Michael Radi
| Subject | Date Asked |
| Haller Grandaughter | 2/8/2012 |
| Q: Hi .I have a Haller granddaughter clock 1910/1920s.Westminster chimes.The clock runs when the ... A: Good morning Mark, It could be any of several things. I'll give you a couple of ideas that I think ... | |
| Welby suspension spring replacement | 2/7/2012 |
| Q: I have a Welby floating balance mantle clock with a broken suspension spring. Is this spring ... A: You need a suspension spring for a 400 day clock. The spring should be straight and flat all the way ... | |
| Welby suspension spring replacement | 2/5/2012 |
| Q: I have a Welby floating balance mantle clock with a broken suspension spring. Is this spring ... A: Good morning Dave, Floating balances don't use a suspension spring. Suspension springs are used on ... | |
| Enfield westminster strikes 13 | 2/1/2012 |
| Q: The clock is running well and strikes all hours correctly except 1. !2 strikes as 12, then at 1 ... A: The part of the movement that controls the strike count are on the front of the movement. Correcting ... | |
| Vesna Mantle Clock | 1/30/2012 |
| Q: I can't seem to find anywhere that has these parts. Can you help me? Attached is the part I need. ... A: I don't know who would have these parts. It does not look like the Russian ships movements that have ... | |
| hechinger quartz time anniversary clock | 1/29/2012 |
| Q: Several years back I got a small anniversary movement clock,early to mid 80's. It is rectangular ... A: You are looking for a suspension unit. I have a few different ones for quartz anniversary clocks but ... | |
| koma 400 day clock | 1/24/2012 |
| Q: I have a koma miniature 400 day clock plate number 1392 and I need a mainspring barrel and 2nd ... A: Parts for these clocks are not made anymore and have to be taken from old movements. I looked ... | |
| Lost key and wind | 1/24/2012 |
| Q: My 95 year old mother in Florida has lost her key to the clocks door and the clock wind and does not ... A: I sell a door key but don't know if it will fit your clock. You can see it here: ... | |
| alaron wall clock #23 | 1/22/2012 |
| Q: the old clock was a 1st wed present and i think she cracked it to tight I've read as old as it is to ... A: It may be possible to get a new movement for your clock. I'm guessing that your clock has a 31 day ... | |
| quartz battery movement for singing bird Audobon clock | 1/19/2012 |
| Q: Mr. Radi I'm looking to replace a now defunct quartz movement for an Audubon bird clock. The old ... A: I sell trigger movements and have a Young Town movement with the two blue wires. The thing we need ... | |
| centurion 35 day clock | 1/18/2012 |
| Q: I bought a centurion wall clock at a sale recently and of course now it doesn't work. I understand ... A: of course I can't diagnose the clock from here. Things to check: Does the ticking sound evenly ... | |
| Howard Miller model 610-572 Grandfather Clock | 1/15/2012 |
| Q: The two out weights have been "wound too tight". One end of the chain is up in the clock as far as ... A: The simple solution is to let the clock chime and strike. The weights will come down gradually. If ... | |
| Replacement pendulim bob | 1/14/2012 |
| Q: Michael It is the bob that I am missing. I have taken photos of the clock but for some reason I can ... A: I'm familiar with the clock movement. There are two widths of pendulum wood sticks: It will either ... | |
| Clock Repair | 1/12/2012 |
| Q: I had contacted your company about obtaining a pendulum and weight for a grandmothers clock my ... A: Martin, I'm confused. You said you need a weight but also said you have all three weights. You ... | |
| Clock Repair | 1/9/2012 |
| Q: I had contacted your company about obtaining a pendulum and weight for a grandmothers clock my ... A: I do sell clock parts to the public. I don't know who may have told you that I don't. I don't know ... | |
| quartzmovement (herlme) | 12/31/2011 |
| Q: I HAVE A HERLME QUARTZ MOVEMENT. THE CHIMES ARE OUT OF SYNCH- APPROX.33MINUTES -FOR EXAMPLE AT ... A: I sell quartz movements but non with the push buttons. That is an old style and I doubt if they are ... | |
| quartzmovement (herlme) | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: I HAVE A HERLME QUARTZ MOVEMENT. THE CHIMES ARE OUT OF SYNCH- APPROX.33MINUTES -FOR EXAMPLE AT ... A: The minute hand is your longest hand. It is probably held on with a small nut. That hand can be put ... | |
| quartzmovement (herlme) | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: I HAVE A HERLME QUARTZ MOVEMENT. THE CHIMES ARE OUT OF SYNCH- APPROX.33MINUTES -FOR EXAMPLE AT ... A: If your clock strikes the hour on the half the minute hand is upside down. Take the minute hand off ... | |
| Convex Glass Replacement | 12/29/2011 |
| Q: I have an Artco 8 day wall clock that I just adore. The round convex glass cover has broken and ... A: don't measure over the convex part of the glass. Measure flat across the back. I have convex glass ... | |
| Chimes | 12/27/2011 |
| Q: I just received a Howard Miller model 610-370. When I went to reset the weights I push up a little ... A: So if you switch to Westminster they play fine? The longer songs will not run more than one note? ... | |
| Chimes | 12/27/2011 |
| Q: I just received a Howard Miller model 610-370. When I went to reset the weights I push up a little ... A: Are you saying it will play part of the longer songs and then get stuck? After a quarter completes ... | |
| wall clock | 12/27/2011 |
| Q: It looks like a old clock.It says made in Korea on the face on the bottom.It is mechanical and winds ... A: Joe, I'm pretty sure your clock will use a #6 key. Most Korean movements do. I sell them for $2.95 + ... | |
| Chimes | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: I just received a Howard Miller model 610-370. When I went to reset the weights I push up a little ... A: This may take a little troubleshooting but I'm willing to work with you on this. First be sure that ... | |
| Wall clock never keeps the correct time | 12/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a large round (2 ft diameter) wall clock that never keeps the correct time. Seems that the ... A: There are two things to consider here: The hand mounting configuration and the shaft length. If ... | |
| grandfather clock chiming issue | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: I really need help with my grandfather clock. Its driving me nuts! I bought a 1985 Ridgeway ... A: Here is the way it should work: The clock movement has a feature to reset the top of the hour. In ... | |
| jauch 78 movement | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: I just got my movement back from getting cleaned and was told that it is working fine now. Problem ... A: It is very hard to diagnose the problem without inspecting the clock. That is why I'm asking ... | |
| lost parts | 12/19/2011 |
| Q: My husband came home with a cuckoo clock and said (its old thought you would like it)I looked at it ... A: There are suppliers for these parts but unless you really love this clock it may not be worth ... | |
| Colonial grandfather clock | 12/12/2011 |
| Q: My clock stopoped and upon rewinding it does not chime the right hour. Have normally fixed by ... A: I would guess that you accidently moved the hour hand. Simply move the hour hand to whatever hour ... | |
| inherited clock | 12/8/2011 |
| Q: Hermle Westminster Chime Clock Movement 351-020/38cm We now have "custody" of a clock with this ... A: I have performed this repair myself. The problem is in the pivot points of the hammer assembly. Each ... | |
| Young Town Quartz 12888 replacement? | 12/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a cool clock but it keeps losing about 1 min every hour, even with a fresh battery. I've ... A: You have a movement for "press on" hands. That means that both your hour and minute hands have round ... | |
| My Bernima Floor Clock | 11/28/2011 |
| Q: Good morning Mr. Radi, I received a Bentima Floor Clock that Stand just a little over 48 inches. I ... A: I have one similar. It's called a granddaughter clock because it is shorter than a grandmother ... | |
| Wuerch Mantle clock runs fast | 11/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a Wuersch Mantle Clock 108-2138 Watson Mantle that > runs 5 minutes fast a week. How do you ... A: Your movement looks like it was made by Hermle. Probably a 340-020 or 350-020 movement. There are ... | |
| overwound springs | 11/21/2011 |
| Q: My grandfather clock was working fine until I wound the chimes too tight. Now they are stuck and ... A: First advance the minute hand to the top of any hour. See if you can reach the hammers that strike ... | |
| Chime battery replacement | 11/16/2011 |
| Q: I recently acquired a Tochigi Tokei wall clock and the movement is fine, runs with C battery, but ... A: I have never seen a button cell in a clock movement. I suppose it's possible. I've seen them in the ... | |
| seth thomas helmsman 3537 parts | 11/15/2011 |
| Q: we have a seth thomas helmsman e537-001 clock and barometer set that are housed in a brass ship's ... A: I don't know anyone who would have original case parts for your clock. These have not been in ... | |
| Clock Movement | 11/13/2011 |
| Q: Where can I find a clock Movement W/hour trip circuit for a 13" Audubon Bird Clock? A: There are a few trigger movements available but I don't know exactly what is in your clock. I sell a ... | |
| clock won't stop chiming the hour | 11/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a mantle clock with a Westminster chime. It works fine but when it gets to 12 o'clock, it ... A: I doubt if it's un-repairable but I would have to see the movement to determine what the problem is ... | |
| Trend clock | 11/12/2011 |
| Q: My parents have a Trend grandmother clock manufactured in 1984. During a recent move, one of the ... A: It might be a simple as purchasing a new weight hook. Can you send me a photo of the weight hook. I ... | |
| Wuersch Mantle Clock runs fast | 11/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a Wuersch Mantle Clock 108-2138 Watson Mantle that runs 5 minutes fast a week. How do you ... A: Look at the balance closely, there should be a small tab or arm sticking out beyond the top plate. ... | |
| Seiko QXM123BRH Melodies in Motion | 11/4/2011 |
| Q: This clock was a gift and is new. It runs slow by about 10 min. per day! Is there a adjustment or ... A: The clock movement is quartz and there is no adjustment for the time keeping. If you have a good ... | |
| hermle movement | 10/31/2011 |
| Q: I have just bought a secondhand Pallesgaard Grandmother clock with a Hermle 451-050H movement. The ... A: These movements don't have a night time shut off. You would need to either take the right side ... | |
| Wall Clock part | 10/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a rather large wall clock with the word,s "J.D. Bassett, 1922, Virginia" on it. The square ... A: I still can't see the hand shaft to be able to tell how the hands and movement mount. Some movements ... | |
| Wall Clock part | 10/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a rather large wall clock with the word,s "J.D. Bassett, 1922, Virginia" on it. The square ... A: The black box is called a mini quartz movement. The back side is pretty much typical but there are a ... | |
| hermle movement | 10/23/2011 |
| Q: I have just bought a secondhand Pallesgaard Grandmother clock with a Hermle 451-050H movement. The ... A: The first thing to do is oil the clock movement. This can sometimes get the chime going again. I ... | |
| Bentima 8 dsy clock | 10/14/2011 |
| Q: I have been given my mother's 8 day Bentima westminster clock. It time works OK but I am not able ... A: It sounds like the chime and strike springs are fully wound. A clockmaker could let down the power ... | |
| Seiko Melodies in Motion Musical Wall Clock | 10/3/2011 |
| Q: I was given a Seiko Melodies in Motion Musical Wall Clock. It stopped playing music and when I took ... A: It sounds like you had a leaking battery. You may not have seen any corrosion on the battery itself ... | |
| Wall Clock part | 9/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a rather large wall clock with the word,s "J.D. Bassett, 1922, Virginia" on it. The square ... A: I think I can supply you with a suitable replacement movement. I need to know how long the threaded ... | |
| Elgin Regulator Clock | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: We have had this clock in our family for decades. In the last 10 years or so the clock had stopped ... A: I don't know exactly what is in that clock but being as old as it is I'm pretty sure that the ... | |
| pendlem | 9/25/2011 |
| Q: my pendulum has stopped moving even with brand new batteries what could the problem be. A: I'm not sure what you have there but it sounds like a quartz movement with pendulum. Most if these ... | |
| clock parts | 9/17/2011 |
| Q: I am looking for a back cock and suspension for the pendulum of a Bentima mantle clock. I find very ... A: I'm not familiar with the name "Bentima". Many clock manufacturers use movements made by other ... | |
| Waltham wall clock | 9/16/2011 |
| Q: Micheal, i was given a Waltham 31 day chiming clock, i saw on the clock face made in China, so i ... A: This clock was probably made in the 1960s or 1970s. It is a typical time and strike clock that ... | |
| Grandfather Clock | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a Howard Miller pendulum clock that chimes at the wrong time. (ex: it is 3:00, it will chime ... A: Changing the hour is as simple as moving the hour hand to the correct hour. Just push it forward or ... | |
| Verichron Westminster Chime Wall clock | 9/2/2011 |
| Q: i have recently acquired my grandparents' wall clock... that i love!! it keeps wonderful time and ... A: You need to look at the chime rod to see if it is screwed into the block. Look at the back of the ... | |
| Japy freres striking clock | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: Good afternoon! I have a Japy Freres striking mantle clock which works perfectly except that after ... A: The hammer does not release the count wheel. The strike gear train is stopped via some levers and a ... | |
| replace quartz clock | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: The” young town quartz” clock no longer works. It has two wires that apparently instruct the sound ... A: You are looking for a mini quartz "trigger" movement. I sell these. There are two wires coming off ... | |
| Waltham 31 day chime wall clock | 8/18/2011 |
| Q: I simply would like to know how to set the Clock. The chimes are synchronized but as the real time ... A: If you want to set the clock to the correct time: Simply advance the minute hand (stop at every ... | |
| clock part replacement | 8/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a small Tochigi Tokei mantal clock with quartz movement, with very little markings, that ... A: I don't know of anyone selling Tochigi but you can probably replace it with a mini quartz movement. ... | |
| Waltham 31 day wall clock | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased a Waltham 31 day chime wall clock at a garage sale. It keeps perfect time, and ... A: The area of the clock movement that controls the strike count is on the front of the movement behind ... | |
| Hermle 451-050h face nut | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: I have an Emperor clock with the Hermle 451-050h movement. It was stored for some time and the nut ... A: I don't know the tread size of the nut. I do have the nut as a replacement part. It would be $5.00 ... | |
| Hermle 98cm- triple chime,chain driven | 7/7/2011 |
| Q: My clock won't hold the correct time for long. It is a new movement in a older case. When it starts ... A: All of the time keeping is in the pendulum swing. I don't know exactly how much time per day we are ... | |
| battery quartz movements | 7/7/2011 |
| Q: Attempting to repair a bird clock for my daughter, where can I purchase a Young Town 12888 quartz ... A: You are looking for what is called a trigger movement. I don't know anyone who sells Young Town ... | |
| Wuersch mantle clock | 7/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a wuersch mantle clock that i inherited from my father. Please excuse my lack of knowledge on ... A: The solution to your problem should be in the minute hand. There is a collet in the hub of the ... | |
| Haller Clock Repair | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: Michael, Thank you so much for all your help I was just wondering if there are specific sizes or ... A: I checked the key size on a Haller movement I have here. A #6 fits it but it is snug. A #7 is a bit ... | |
| Haller Clock Repair | 6/29/2011 |
| Q: Michael, Thank you so much for all your help I was just wondering if there are specific sizes or ... A: No problem with the follow up James. The spring is a .0030 The blocks and fork will fit your clock ... | |
| Haller Pendulum Clock Repair | 6/29/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a haller pendulum clock at an auction, the only problem is that there is no back cover ... A: Your top block is in the saddle at the top back of the clock. It is held in via a screw going ... | |
| Wuersch Mantle Clock w/three key holes | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: My clock was turned backward. A big bang noise. Sent it to repair. Repairer said he had to replace ... A: The mainspring either broke or got unhooked. Either way, it was not caused by turning the hands ... | |
| paul garnier 1830 cariage clock | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: A: Advance the minute hand one hour without letting it strike. That should put the hour strike at the ... | |
| Wuersch Mantle Clock w/three key holes | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: My clock was turned backward. A big bang noise. Sent it to repair. Repairer said he had to replace ... A: Overwinding is a myth. You can't "overwind" a clock. You should be able to wind it all the way up ... | |
| Wuersch Mantle Clock w/three key holes | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: My clock was turned backward. A big bang noise. Sent it to repair. Repairer said he had to replace ... A: The Hermle 340-020 is designed so that you can turn the hands backwards without causing any problems ... | |
| fly wheel | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: I need to change the fly wheel on my cuckoo clock movement AM72. There are two fly wheels, one on ... A: The danger is cracking or breaking the shaft. You can probably do it yourself but it may be ... | |
| mantel clock mainspring | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: i have a napoleons hat type mantel clock which only runs for 4 days should it run for 8 days in ... A: There are a number of things that could be causing your clock to only run for 4 days. Changing the ... | |
| Howard Miller Parts | 6/18/2011 |
| Q: I have Howard Miller Model 613-110 (Westmont?), s/n F0021060112. I need a pendulum, case key and ... A: I think your movement was made by Kieninger. the key is probably a #8. If the clock is a spring ... | |
| Seiko Mantle chime clock | 6/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a Westminster-Whittington mantle chime clock model AQF153B and would like to find a users ... A: I don't know where you will find a user's manual for your clock but I can give you a little ... | |
| Howard Miller Parts | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: I have Howard Miller Model 613-110 (Westmont?), s/n F0021060112. I need a pendulum, case key and ... A: Unless you can get it from Howard Miller you will need to give me more information. Howard Miller ... | |
| ansonia clock model | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a mantel clock that has a tag on the back that reads BERTHA ansonia clock co new York. I can ... A: I have not been able to find any information on the Ansonia Bertha model. Ansonia made hundreds, if ... | |
| Repairs to Quartz James C Huntington clock | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: Had a clock given as a wedding anniversary present 19 years ago. Single battery for chiming/pendalum ... A: I don't know of a company in Australia that sells clock parts. My company can ship to you in ... | |
| Howard Miller clock repair advice | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: Mr. Radi While you may not yourself be able to answer this, as it deals with a quartz movement ... A: There is really no repair method for quartz movements. My only advise is to replace it. If I know ... | |
| Parts needed | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a Helmsman Seth Thomas Ship's clock for which I need the winding mechanism. I am in Mexico ... A: The translation I got of the "cuerda con tambor de campana" sound like the mainspring barrel and ... | |
| Koma Miniature | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a koma minature clock which has a broken winding arbor. The shaft that the key slides onto ... A: Here is a copy of my response: Thanks for the great photo. I think I identified the movement. Does ... | |
| Koma Miniature | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a koma minature clock which has a broken winding arbor. The shaft that the key slides onto ... A: I might have the part. Can you send me a photo of the back plate of the movement? Otherwise I would ... | |
| Ships Bell chimes | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: I inherited a "Linden Shipsbell" (made in Germany). Works just fine, chimes as well. However, it ... A: Different movement manufacturers used different mechanical methods for controlling the ships bell ... | |
| missing key | 6/2/2011 |
| Q: Could you possibly tell me where I may find a wind up key for an Epee carriage clock. I have the 3 ... A: There a plently of places to purchase clock keys but I have no idea what size key you need. I do not ... | |
| clock part | 5/19/2011 |
| Q: i need a time chain gear for a erhard jauch grand mother clock the numbers on the movement are 77974 ... A: Jauch has been out of business for decades now and the only way to get gears is to take them from ... | |
| Ships Bell Clock and Barometer | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased a pair of Hermle ships bell clock and barometer. The glass lens (approx. 4" ... A: I'm nearly positive that ring needs to come out. It is pressed in there hard to form a weather proof ... | |
| Ships Bell Clock and Barometer | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased a pair of Hermle ships bell clock and barometer. The glass lens (approx. 4" ... A: Barometer glass replacement is tricky. Here is what I can tell you right now. I would have to see ... | |
| clock regulation | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a small mantle clock, the movement looks quite a cheap variety. It is about 100 years old. ... A: It sound like your clock uses a balance wheel because you are saying there is a "regulator lever". ... | |
| Fixing a Tochigi Tokei small clock | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: I have an old Tochigi Tokei AA battery clock 2 1/2 " x 2 3/4" x 1" which was placed in a Ships ... A: this will have to be your decision. It all depends on what the clock is worth to you. I doubt that ... | |
| Ridgeway model 205 serial 91178 | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: How many weights should be with this clock? I have five, but I think there should be six. ANSWER: ... A: You do have the weights on correctly. The chiming system is complicated and I can't tell you what is ... | |
| Ridgeway model 205 serial 91178 | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: How many weights should be with this clock? I have five, but I think there should be six. A: Six weight clocks are unheard of. If my research is correct your clock has an Urgos model UW326910 ... | |
| antique clock strikes 13 at 6 O 'clock | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: we have a Victorian Wag at the wall clock that has just been checked and restored by a clock ... A: I can't say exactly what is causing the symptoms without observing the movement in action. If you ... | |
| replacement works for verichron wall clock | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: Could you advise where I might purchase replacement movement for battery operated(2 -AA ) chime ... A: I don't know where you will find this exact movement. Since you don't require chime it should be ... | |
| cookcoo clok needs haavy weights+ | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: I got a old coocook clock.But it will not run properly.If I put a haevy weight of steel on one side ... A: Although cuckoo clocks are made with inexpensive parts they are complicated works. Also, there are ... | |
| Clock repair | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a Seth Thomas wall clock with chimes, battery operated quartz movement with pendulum. The ... A: I don't know what type movement is in that clock. Please give me as much information as possible: ... | |
| Dual motor quartz clock | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: I have an octagon-shaped Ethan Allen wall clock that has a AA battery 'no jewel' movement for the ... A: The quartz movements with remote sweep are not made anymore. You can do this with two separate ... | |
| Enfield Westminster Chiming Clock set up | 4/27/2011 |
| Q: I found this website and set up explanation through google. I too have an Enfield Westminster ... A: First let's get our terminology in order so we both understand how the system should work. Chiming ... | |
| Enfield Westminster Chiming Clock set up | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: I found this website and set up explanation through google. I too have an Enfield Westminster ... A: I'm going to assume that your minute hand has a bushing with a square shaped hole; When the clock ... | |
| emperor clock | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: i need a wooden stick pendulum for a jaunch 77 movement / emperor 100m movement. any ideas? emperor ... A: You can't simply purchase a complete pendulum ready to hang on this clock. It will consist of a top ... | |
| Ridgeway Grandfahter Clock-model 228 | 4/10/2011 |
| Q: Michael, I inherited the clock from my mother, and, when my brother moved it to my house, he lay ... A: The method of attaching the pendulum will depend upon a number of factors. The suspension spring is ... | |
| Urgos Tempest Fuget Clock | 4/10/2011 |
| Q: When it was transported the weights (3 of them) got mixed up. They are not the same weight. How do I ... A: Let's start with the weights. You may have one or two heavier than the other(s). If two are heavier ... | |
| settings | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: what does the minus and plus mean? I have Elgin anniversary quartz clock. It is battery operated and ... A: The plus/minus would be a timekeeping adjuster. If the clock is running too fast you would turn it ... | |
| Seiko Melodies in Motion Musical Wall Clock | 4/3/2011 |
| Q: I own the Seiko Melodies in Motion Musical Wall Clock. It recently fell off the wall and the glass ... A: I'm not sure what that clock glass looks like. Is it round? Is it flat or convex? Does it have any ... | |
| small hand on cuckoo clock sticks | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: I just received a new cuckoo clock: Kassel, 2 D, batteries. When I was setting the time, I did move ... A: The small (hour) hand is usually pressed onto a tapered shaft. If you move that hand it can become ... | |
| Centennial Parlor clock | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: I am missing the pendulum on this clock. Would you know the part number and where it can be bought? ... A: It's not as simple as purchasing a pendulum that fits your clock. The pendulum would have to be ... | |
| ridgeway grandfather | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: 25 yr old has been cleaned and oiled. Chime hadn't worked for years and I decided to see about ... A: If you set the hand to (for instance) 3 when the clock strikes 3, then let the clock run and at some ... | |
| Pendulum | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: i have a clock which is lacking a pendulum and the brass penzel//glass. It is the Ansonia 'Tunis' ... A: 5-1/2" should be the distance from the top of the suspension spring to the bottom of the pendulum ... | |
| Set Escapement crutch 141-070 | 3/15/2011 |
| Q: How do I know how deep to set the crutch on the escapement wheel on my 141-070 movement? It is ... A: There are two types of escapement: I think your clock is a "dead beat". Rather than explain the ... | |
| sligh grandmother's clock | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: when winding up one of the weights it does not click as it's being wound and won't stay up. when ... A: Your problem is in the ratcheting system known as the click. There are three moving components and ... | |
| grandfather clock will not run for more than 5 minutes before stopping | 3/12/2011 |
| Q: Our grandfather clock stopped running when I attempted to locate the cause of it not striking. I ... A: Are the works out of the case now? I would like to see a photo showing the back of the clock ... | |
| grandfather clock will not run for more than 5 minutes before stopping | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: Our grandfather clock stopped running when I attempted to locate the cause of it not striking. I ... A: I need more information: What kind of pendulum is on the clock? Lyre or wood stick. Did you take ... | |
| clock info | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: My dad just bought a Trend Grandfather clock with the #'s 0868-3 AN, 109EL, Pack/222/333/766A. We ... A: Michelle, the only way I know to date these clocks is to look at the back of the clock movement. ... | |
| outdoor clock | 3/3/2011 |
| Q: we have an outdoor clock which has a clock on both sides - one side works the other does not. it ... A: We don't sell Youngtown movements and I don't have anyway to cross-reference the numbers you gave. I ... | |
| Daneker weights | 2/28/2011 |
| Q: Marylnad" But it is missing all the weights (3 I believe). Could you please tell me what weight ... A: I'll direct you to the company who you can get the weights from: Black Forest Imports. Their phone ... | |
| Daneker weights | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: Marylnad" But it is missing all the weights (3 I believe). Could you please tell me what weight ... A: I need to know what movement is in your clock in order to tell you what weights are needed for it. ... | |
| What Are These? Clock LYRE? | 2/25/2011 |
| Q: I Purchased A Lot Of About 6 Brass Clock LYRES. There Was Also 4 Of These. Can You Tell Me What ... A: These are hammer assemblies. There are missing the hammer heads, there would be one hammer head on ... | |
| age of Piper grandfather clock | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: Is there any way of determening the age of a Piper grandfather clock. Following is the information ... A: The movement was made in 1976 (the 76 on the movement is the year). Then it would be shipped to the ... | |
| Bulova Ann. Clock w/ rotating pendulum | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: I inherited my grandparents anniversary clock. The rotating pendulum isn't turning once I replaced ... A: I need to see a photo of the back of the clock to get some idea where you need to go with this. Can ... | |
| outdoor clock | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: we have an outdoor clock which has a clock on both sides - one side works the other does not. it ... A: Check to see if there is a tiny nut holding the minute hand on. If there is, unscrew that nut and ... | |
| Ridgeway Clock | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a Ridgeway Clock pictures attached and I can't get the pendulum attached and working It seems ... A: The small plastic piece is the bottom part of your broken suspension spring. The nuts and other ... | |
| Hermel 1161-853 B second hand | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: I purchased this movement some years back and just now decided to build the case for it. I purchased ... A: I don't think it's possible to retro-fit your movement to use a second hand. I can tell you that the ... | |
| grandmother clock | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: I recently inherited a grandmother clock. It was shipped with the weights and pendulum out, but the ... A: The center weight is the one that powers the pendulum. The chains should be able to move in one ... | |
| Winchester Movement Grand Mother Clock | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: We recently had a Grand Mother Clock made with a Winchester Movement. It was working (15 minute ... A: There are dozens of things that can cause the clock to stop chiming or striking. In your case the ... | |
| grandfather clock | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: my father made me an Emperor model 101 high pallet bridge grandfather clock back in the mid 80's, ... A: If the clock worked, was moved, and now does not work the pendulum assembly might not be hooked up ... | |
| Herman Miller grandfather clock | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: My movement is a Kieninger sks12 116 cm. My problem is the center chain will not stay up it just ... A: The problem is in the chain gear. This is the large wheel and sprocket that the chain rides over. ... | |
| Mantle Clock | 1/31/2011 |
| Q: Are replacement time pieces available for a Quartz, no jewels, mechanism for a mantle clock made by ... A: I don't sell Tochigi and don't know any company who does. They seem to be imported already installed ... | |
| bird clock | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: I have an Audubon Society bird clock with Young Town 12888 trigger movement that started running ... A: That's an unusual thing to happen. I don't know who would sell the Young Town movement. I sell a ... | |
| Cuckoo Clocks | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: I replaced a 24hr. movement and the music box in a German clock. I had a gentleman try to ... A: First locate the fan on the music box. This is a spinning winged piece that controls the speed of ... | |
| Trend Grandfather clock will not strike nor chime | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a Trend grandfather clock purchased 12/19/79, Style #881WM-306, Move #124BL, another ... A: Martha, has the clock been serviced on a regular basis? When was the last time it was lubricated? ... | |
| mantal clock, Hermle floating balance | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I asking this question about a clock that was given to my mother back in the middle 60's, comparing ... A: The cost of repair should not exceed the value that the clock has to you. I can't give you a repair ... | |
| bird clock movement 12888 with 2 wires | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: just thought to see if you have for purchase #12888 battery movement with 2 white wires for the bird ... A: I do have a trigger movement. You may need to get new hands. Our movements require the minute hand ... | |
| Audubon Bird Clock | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: We have an Audubon bird clock which keeps time well, but the bird sounds do not work. it does make ... A: I don't have a good remedy for you. I do sell clock parts and have a trigger clock movement but ... | |
| Chime hammers. | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a mantle clock with a Franz Hermle 141-070 movement. Since the clock was originally used on ... A: I can sell you the hammers and some wire material. You (or someone else) would solder the new wire ... | |
| Chime hammers. | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I have a mantle clock with a Franz Hermle 141-070 movement. Since the clock was originally used on ... A: There is an easy way and a hard way to do this. Based on your photo it looks like someone cut the ... | |
| Herman Miller Wall Clock | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: My father gave me our old Herman Miller mosaic wall clock that is electrified. My question is, there ... A: I'm not an expert on Herman Miller but I'll tell you the information I have. The clock, hands and ... | |
| clock Pendulum | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a grandmothers clock from Colonial Mfg. Co. From Zeeland MI/ Serial #704888 I wondered if and ... A: Colonial only made the clock case, they did not make the clock movement. The pendulum has to match ... | |
| Gilbert #3022 stripped key | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: They key has stripped on my Gilbert Wall Clock #3022. How do I determine the size of the ... A: I'm going to do a little educated guessing on this. Based on experience and some literature I would ... | |
| Howard Miller - Extra Chime | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a Howard Miller Grandfather clock that is chiming one extra time for each hour. I first ... A: To fix this problem you need to get at the front of the clock movement. This may be difficult for a ... | |
| Tempest Fugit | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: My father has a Tempest Fugit grandfather clock that was given to him by a neighbor. It has no ... A: The markings I'm looking for are stamped on the back of the clock movement. The back of the clock ... | |
| Grandfathers Clock | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: It was moved to clean behind the clock and now it doesn't work any more. I leveled the unit and when ... A: Mike, Your problem is probably in the pendulum assembly. Clocks can easily get knocked out of beat. ... | |
| grandfather clock | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a Hentschel Tempus Fugit grandfather clock bought in 1986 (I believe). Inherited. How do ... A: Your chime rods have broken off of the screw that is left in the block and they can't be repaired. ... | |
| Tempest Fugit | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: My father has a Tempest Fugit grandfather clock that was given to him by a neighbor. It has no ... A: Tempest Fugit is a term that has been put on clocks by many different manufacturers and does not ... | |
| Where to find replacement movement | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: We have a Waterford clock. It fits in a 2-3/4" hole. I'd like to pull the hands, pull the movement ... A: Most mini quartz movements (including snap ins) are 2-1/8" square. There used to be a smaller one ... | |
| Waltham grandmother's 31 day clock | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: Mr. Radi, I have seen a Waltham 31 day grandmother's clock in a local antiques shop. It is in pretty ... A: It sounds like this clock has been converted to battery. 31 day referrers to how often it has to be ... | |
| Where to find replacement movement | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: We have a Waterford clock. It fits in a 2-3/4" hole. I'd like to pull the hands, pull the movement ... A: Clocks that fit into a round hole from the front are called "fit ups". I visited the Waterford ... | |
| 1986 Emporer/Hermle Grandmother Clock | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: Mr. Radi, I have a grandmother clock my grandfather built in 1986. It has worked beautifully until ... A: The first thing to do is lubricate the clock movement. There is a lot of information on the Internet ... | |
| Hermle 351-030 | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a HERMLE 351-030A MOVEMENT WITH NO PENDULUM FACE OR CHIME. How do I determine which parts to ... A: I think your best bet is to contact www.blackforestimports.com They can supply you with the pendulum ... | |
| need parts | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a verichron works inside read 83 harris &mallow no (0) jewels unqusted made in west gemamy ... A: Your clock movement only uses the hour and minute hands. There is no place for a second hand to go. ... | |
| Hermle 1051-020 11cm pendulum | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: I have inherited an oak bracket clock with above triple chiming movement. The problem is that it ... A: the chime should play first. The strike should follow after the end of the hour chime. Here is the ... | |
| Hermle 2115 Movement | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: I noticed an answer you gave about a Hermle 2115 movement. I have an 11 year old Howard Miller clock ... A: I did have a lot of problems with these movements about 10 years ago. Last May I visited a company ... | |
| Jlaid Mantel Clock | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: The subject clock has three points to wind it. I would like to know what the three different points ... A: here are descriptions of the winders: Left: Hour strike Middle: time Right: quarter chime You can't ... | |
| Lost Key | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: During a recent move the key to my 31-day Kassel Grandfather Clock was lost. How can I determine ... A: If it's a Korean made clock I should use a size 6 key, 3.75mm. You can see them here: ... | |
| Schatz Ocean Quartz clock | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: I want to have a Schatz Ocean-Quartz striking ships clock repaired. It's a battery operated clock. I ... A: I don't know any clock repair people who might be willing to take on this job. If you could provide ... | |
| Howard Miller School House Wall Clock | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: My clock strikes the wrong hour count on the hour. Example, strikes 10 times at 3:00. It also ... A: To get the clock striking the correct hour, simply move the hour had to whatever hour the clock is ... | |
| Mantel Clock | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: I have just purchased a Mason & Sullivan mantel Clock the ID clock stamp markings are 76 West ... A: Chiming systems can slightly vary from one manufacturer to another. There were not a lot of American ... | |
| New Haven Mantle Clock | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: This clock appears to be from the 40's or 50's. It has three winding ports (wound with a large key) ... A: You are right, the "F" is for fast and the "S" is for slow. You would use a small key to slow down ... | |
| New Haven mantel clock | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: Just read your answers from a couple years ago. Thanks, taught me alot already. I too have one of ... A: I'm happy to hear that you looked through my old answers and benefited by them. The main reason I ... | |
| 8 day regula cuckoo | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: my pendulum will not stay moving with or without the leaf on it no matter which way i try to level ... A: Do you hear the clock ticking? If you hear the ticks, see if they are in beat. The sounds should be ... | |
| Grandfather clock weights | 11/29/2010 |
| Q: My father received a grandfather clock for retirement about 35 years ago. It was shipped to me ... A: The chime block might be attached to the back of the clock via 4 screws. You don't want to remove ... | |
| Granddaughter clocks chimes don't chime at all | 11/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a old (mid to late 18800s Granddaughter clock handed down thru my family. the timing is fine, ... A: In general we say that it is not possible to over-wind a clock and something else is causing your ... | |
| Grandfather clock weights | 11/27/2010 |
| Q: My father received a grandfather clock for retirement about 35 years ago. It was shipped to me ... A: If I knew what numbers are stamped on the back of the clock movement I could tell you the ... | |
| setting the hour on a Mauthe Clock | 11/26/2010 |
| Q: How do you set the hour chime on a Mauthe mantel clock? It seems to be 2 hours out. For example, ... A: Art, this should be a real simple fix. Just move the hour hand forward two hours. Then rotate the ... | |
| repair on a Waltham 31 day | 11/24/2010 |
| Q: I found your answer for someone else's clock much like my own so I'm hoping you may be able to offer ... A: Does the key spin backwards or is it just that the spring becomes unhooked? If the key does not spin ... | |
| Ethan Allen Grandmother Clock | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: We recently acquired an Ethan Allen grandmother clock, Model #08-3808, Movement E. We are trying to ... A: The movement says "no jewels, unadjusted" but that is not important. If your spring looks like the ... | |
| CLOCK REPAIR | 11/21/2010 |
| Q: i HAVE ANNO 1750 SAW CLOCK THAT IS NOT WORKING AND NEEDS REPAIR. CANE YOU DIRECT ME TO SOMEONE THAT ... A: I don't know of anyone specifically that I can recommend for you. The movement in your clock is not ... | |
| Ethan Allen Grandmother Clock | 11/21/2010 |
| Q: We recently acquired an Ethan Allen grandmother clock, Model #08-3808, Movement E. We are trying to ... A: I can help you with this. Ethan Allen did not make the clock movement, only the clock case. There ... | |
| ridgeway grandfather clock | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: The left and right weights are not moving down, consequently no chiming. How do I release these ... A: There is an assembly inside the gears called a click that will only allow the gear to turn in one ... | |
| Schatz Ocean Quartz Clock | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: It only strikes even numbers now and not the odds on the halve hours. I have changed the battery ... A: Ships clocks have a unique system of causing the odd strike on the 1/2 hour. Most of them drop the ... | |
| wall clock Mason & Sullivan 141-070 mech | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: Michael, My grandson pulled the pendulum off the wall clock and I believe the arm that holds the ... A: The pendulum hanging assembly consists of two parts: The suspension spring The leader The part you ... | |
| John Wanamaker Clock | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: John Wanamaker Clock-glass dome-german works. Just inherited this clock. Seems all together but no ... A: This is called an anniversary or 400 day clock because they will run for a full year on one winding. ... | |
| removing Young Town Quartz 12888 movement | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: You recently answered someone who wants to replace the Young Town Quartz 12888 PatPend00399849 ... A: The minute hand should either be held on with a small nut or pressed on. If it is held on with a ... | |
| Warmink skeleton clock(all metal) | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: I have made sure clock is totally level,it's very fussy that way... but it still hasn't worked in ... A: At the point where the crutch attaches to the shaft that the escape wheel is on it usually is a slip ... | |
| SHIP'S BELL CLOCK | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a, must be about 20-year old, ships clock. Brass desk model. Stainless steel face with sweep ... A: If the movement is about 2-1/8" square and 5/8" deep with one "AA" battery you could replace it with ... | |
| Sligh mantle clock | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: I need the little nut that keeps the hands from falling off. A: You need the hand nut. Here is a link to an assortment that should contain the nut you need. If you ... | |
| Young Town Quartz #12888 | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a battery operated Bulova Quartz clock that has stopped working. I really like this clock, ... A: If you want direct replacement parts you will have to contact a Bulova dealer and have them order it ... | |
| Alaron C-24 | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: How do you slow down a Alaron C-24 wind up clock ?? A: I need more information on the clock as I'm not familiar with the model. Please provide a good ... | |
| would like date of clock | 10/27/2010 |
| Q: I bought a Howard Miller floor clock(grandfather clock) and would like to find some information on ... A: I don't know of any reference guide that would tell us how old the clock is by the serial number. I ... | |
| battery operated corvette clock | 10/27/2010 |
| Q: my clock does not work all the time. I want to replace the Young Town Quartz 12888 PatPend00399849 ... A: John, you are looking for a trigger movement. The only one I know if only triggers the sound on the ... | |
| Forestville Clock with picture on door | 10/27/2010 |
| Q: I have an improved 30 hour brass clock. Made and sold by the Forestville Clock Co. in Forestville, ... A: From the looks of your photo I would say you have an OG clock. It is probably 125+ years old. Even ... | |
| wursche mantle clock | 10/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a wursche (hermle ?)#1050-020 mantle clock with three different chime settings by moving a ... A: The chime rods can be purchased from a variety of clock parts suppliers. The thing is that they will ... | |
| howard miller ship bell clock | 10/22/2010 |
| Q: where to buy a hinge for the bezel around the glass on a howard miller ship clock A: This is a tough one, I don't think you will be able to find one new. You can call Howard Miller and ... | |
| Warmink skeleton clock(all metal) | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: I have made sure clock is totally level,it's very fussy that way... but it still hasn't worked in ... A: I'm having a bit of a time understanding exactly what you are saying about the part that slips. Let ... | |
| Hermle 1050-20 | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: Hopefully you can tell me what the part is called that attaches to the chime tune selection lever so ... A: Frank, the entire arm is called the Chime change lever. The piece that attaches to the arm with the ... | |
| Seth Thomas Electronic Strike | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: Michael, I have a drop octagonal 70's vintage clock with strike rods. I am looking to replace the ... A: Thomas, that exact movement is no longer in production. However there is a replacement movement. It ... | |
| daneker grandfather clock | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: I went away for 8 days and forgot to stop the pendulum The weight went all the way down and the ... A: Donald, your clock probably got knocked out of beat when it stopped. Listen to the ticking and tell ... | |
| Seiko Melodies Clock Repair? | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: I was given a seiko melodies clock from my mother and we recently moved to another state and when I ... A: quartz movements are not considered repairable. If you put the battery in correctly and the demo ... | |
| Quart Replacement? | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a clock that has a broken Chinese CE 5168 movement. All my searches have resulted in ... A: This is a tough movement to match up. There are not any distributors importing these for resale. The ... | |
| replacing wire cable chain | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: have a broken middle wire cable on howard miller grandfather, need instructions on removing and ... A: Caroline, this is not a simple fix and I don't know if a novice can pull it off. Usually the ... | |
| pearl tempus fugit g-father clock | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: Hey Michael on the back of the movement is stamped 76 Franz Hermle N0101 jewels made in west germany ... A: Ken, The right side needs 6.6lbs, the left side needs 4.7lbs. If your pendulum disc is larger than ... | |
| pearl grandfather clock | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: I asked you the question earlier about the weights being filled with ballust. You said that they ... A: We need to determine how much weight your clock needs for each of the shells. I would like to know ... | |
| Ansonis B-22 Chime rod block | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: The longest rod is in the back. (I was unable to keep asking follow-ups!) I appreciate your help. ... A: I'm sorry it took so long to get back to you. I wanted to check thorough my old chime blocks and see ... | |
| Colonial Molyneux Grandfather Clock | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: How to remove the dial that includes a moon dial. It looks pretty complicated. I have worked on many ... A: Usually modern clock dials come off in one piece. In other words, the mood dial is attached to the ... | |
| Pearl Tempus Fugit Grandfather clock | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a pearl Tempus Fugit Grandfather clock. A friend brought it to me to see if I could get it to ... A: The weights should be filled with either steel or lead fillers. Sometimes you can add a little ... | |
| Broken chime rod, ansonia b22 tambour | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a fabulous B22 Ansonia clock that keeps great time. The chiming mechanism seems to work ... A: I don't know of anyone who has replaced rods this way and gotten a great sound out of the. I have ... | |
| brass and steel rods | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: how are these small rods used on clocks? A: I don't have quite enough information here to give you a complete answer. I guess it depends on how ... | |
| Linkage | 9/14/2010 |
| Q: I am building a cuckoo clock for the first time. The theme is Oompah Band. I have sorted out all ... A: Sorry, I meant to type "gear train". Spell check did not catch that typo. OK, I thought this was a ... | |
| westminster chime mantle clock | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: i have a westminsiter mantle clock is did work now it does'nt the middlecog is stuck would this stop ... A: When you advance the minute hand does the clock chime the 1/4 hours and strike the hour? If it ... | |
| Linkage | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: I am building a cuckoo clock for the first time. The theme is Oompah Band. I have sorted out all ... A: it looks like there is a rod coming down the front of the movement into that H shaped piece. I can't ... | |
| Sunbeam Mini Electric Grandfather Clock | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: I bought this clock at an antiques show last week for only $5. Was hoping it would run, which it ... A: Based on my experience with these clocks and your description, I'm guessing that the motor is the ... | |
| westminster chime mantle clock | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: i have a westminsiter mantle clock is did work now it does'nt the middlecog is stuck would this stop ... A: It's OK for the clock to be wound up all the way. If this is the case, it may seem like it is stuck ... | |
| 3 weight cuckoo clock w/music box | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a c/clock with a music box it only strikes once no matter what hour it is on then the music ... A: The adjustments for this should be on the front of the movement. You would need to remove the hands ... | |
| Centurion 35 day wall clock | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: My grandma has this clock and it will not chime on the hour anymore they tried to wind it and it ... A: this is probably one that should not be worked on by a novice. Judging by your description that you ... | |
| Pearl Grandfather Clock | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: The clock will only run with the pendulum off.? when i put it on it will run for about 15 min. A: Danny, It's a good sign that the clock runs without the pendulum on. This usually means that the ... | |
| Verichron Battery Wall Clock | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: I have had this Verichron Battery Wall Clock with a pendulum for over 30 years. First, the small ... A: I'm not sure what either of these parts looked like. I don't think Verichron parts will be available ... | |
| Value,The President | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: Im looking at selling the clock,due to it being to big for my parents house. Its a Howard Miller ... A: I would say you got a really good deal on this clock. I searched the net for some prices but did not ... | |
| Hampton AA Battery clock mechanism | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a Hampden Brass Mantle or Desk clock. I need a new Hampton AA battery clock mechanism! Do you ... A: I don't know where you will get a Hampden movement. I have never seen anything with this ... | |
| howard miller clock mdl613-239,serial22440644 | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: I had to start over as the message I got said I had too many messages. On the inside of the clock ... A: Because your original movement is missing we don't know much about the hand shaft (the length and ... | |
| howard miller clock mdl613-239,serial22440644 | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: The minute hand (which I have and is inside the clock) has fallen off and there is a round hole ... A: Great, that's a cool clock. From the back it looks like a typical mini quartz movement but I can't ... | |
| howard miller clock mdl613-239,serial22440644 | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: The minute hand (which I have and is inside the clock) has fallen off and there is a round hole ... A: I thought you were asking me how to put the minute hand back on. It sounds like now you need a ... | |
| howard miller clock mdl613-239,serial22440644 | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: The minute hand (which I have and is inside the clock) has fallen off and there is a round hole ... A: I would like to know if your movement is battery powered or a wind up. If your minute hand has a ... | |
| Schatz ship's bells clock - mechanical | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: I recently bought (on Ebay) a Schatz ship's bells clock for my husband. It keeps good time and ... A: You can bend the wire of the hammer that is sitting on the bell so that the hammer is not resting on ... | |
| Schatz ship's bells clock - mechanical | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: I recently bought (on Ebay) a Schatz ship's bells clock for my husband. It keeps good time and ... A: You almost have the movement out of the clock. There may be 3 or 4 bolts on the back holding the ... | |
| 1903 Antique Colonial Mfg Co. Zeeland Mich. USA | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: Just got this clock back from repair shop, keeping perfect time but the hour chime is behind 1 hour. ... A: You should be able to move the hour hand to whatever hour the clock is striking. Then advance the ... | |
| Ethan Allen Model 3022 | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: Pendulum only swings for abt. 30 min. and quits. Clock has been oiled to best of my ability. The ... A: Check to see if the clock is "in beat". Listen to the ticking, the ticks should be evenly spaced in ... | |
| Grandfather Clock | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a grandfather clock that strikes the wrong hour. I have already done the part of putting the ... A: This all depends on your skill level at repairing things. This is not a difficult repair and I will ... | |
| Grandfather Clock | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a grandfather clock that strikes the wrong hour. I have already done the part of putting the ... A: This repair will require you to get to the front of the clock movement. You will either need to ... | |
| Schatz ship's bells clock - mechanical | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: I recently bought (on Ebay) a Schatz ship's bells clock for my husband. It keeps good time and ... A: Margaret, thanks for the photo. Hopefully this is an easy fix. There are two hammers on the back of ... | |
| hermle | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: how hard is it to run the chains ANSWER: Hi George, I'm not quite sure what your question is. Are ... A: The gear that the chain goes over should only turn one direction. Here is how you put the chain on: ... | |
| Kaiser Universe Clock | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a Kaiser Universe clock circa 1954 with a broken torsion spring and broken glass dome. Could ... A: The suspsnsion spring is a .0030" and can be purchased at the following link: (use the drop down ... | |
| SethThomas Helmsman clock chimes | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: The clock works perfectly but the chiming feature was turned off. How do I turn it back on? A: Usually the switch is on the front of the clock and is a tab that slides up or down. Sometimes ... | |
| Abel Cottey Grandfather Clock | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: our clock is the 8 day weight driven movement clock from the 1970's....it has two weights on ... A: The first thing to check is to see if it is in beat. Listen to the ticking, the ticks should be ... | |
| Battery Type for Quartz Movement | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a Tochigi Tokei Co, Ltd, No (0) Jewels Unadjusted clock that came out of the Waterford ... A: without seeing the movement I don't know what was in it but I can tell you this: They are virtually ... | |
| SETH THOMAS CLOCK | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: DO YOU HAVE A #3 KEY FOR A HELMSMAN E537-001 GERMAN MOVEMENT CLOCK AVAILABLE AND IF SO HOW CAN I ... A: Yes, we have #3 keys in brass or steel. You can order them through our website at: ... | |
| Schatz ship's bells clock - mechanical | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: I recently bought (on Ebay) a Schatz ship's bells clock for my husband. It keeps good time and ... A: There were two different movements used in these clock so the repair will depend on what one you ... | |
| Regulator Clock | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a regulator clock, believe it is called a railroad clock, with a Sessions movement. The ... A: You should be able to use the universal suspension sping. It comes with a straight rod that is about ... | |
| Linden Tempus Fugit Mantel Clock | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: I purchased this clock in the early 70'S. The clock's pendulum stops working after about 30 seconds. ... A: These clock movements usually run for about 15 to 18 years and are then worn out. Your movement was ... | |
| grandmother clock | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a 40-year-old Colonial Mfg. Co. grandmother clock (movement 1752, dial DC) which is not ... A: here are the magic ifs: If it was running before the move and if I were in the area, I would put the ... | |
| Hamilton Grandmother Clock | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: We have a 40 tear old Hamilton grandmother clock and have lost the pendulum. Any idea where we could ... A: the pendulum will have to be matched to the clock movement so that you get the correct length. If ... | |
| shatz quartz swinging clock | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: Our clock will not swing now but keeps perfect time.can these clocks be repared Thanking you Janet A: Schatz does not make parts anymore and they are totally out of business. You might be able to put an ... | |
| Clock | 7/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a seth Thomas wall clock with quartz bim bam movement- chime w/pendulaum. Approx 30 yrs old. ... A: there is only one quartz bim bam movement being made that uses real chime bars like the original ... | |
| attaching pendulum | 7/24/2010 |
| Q: My mother-in-law recently passed away at 93 years old, and left me her beautiful wooden wall clock ... A: I suppose there is a possibility that the movement once had a pendulum hanger and that there is an ... | |
| schatz 8 day bell clock | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: I have an schatz 8 day mini mariner ship clock, it needs a glass lens and the ring and screws to ... A: I really can't say what is wrong with the clock without examining it. I can tell you that they do ... | |
| schatz 8 day bell clock | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: I have an schatz 8 day mini mariner ship clock, it needs a glass lens and the ring and screws to ... A: Joe, Schatz has been out of business for many years and nobody makes these parts anymore. The glass ... | |
| attaching pendulum | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: My mother-in-law recently passed away at 93 years old, and left me her beautiful wooden wall clock ... A: It's possible that the clock movement was replaced with one that does not have a feature for driving ... | |
| Howard Miller Wall Clock - minute hand broken | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: I was researching how to fix a wall clock I've had for several years. I came across a post you ... A: The only other thing I need to know is the thickness of the clock face, or the length of the ... | |
| Howard Miller Wall Clock - minute hand broken | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: I was researching how to fix a wall clock I've had for several years. I came across a post you ... A: You can usually replace the quartz movement for under $10.00 plus a shipping fee. The important ... | |
| hermle#141-070 chime hammer pick up | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: our clock quit chiming ,looking in the back the cam spins but the piece it picks up to raise the ... A: I checked with the largest Hermle parts supplier and the part is not sold separately from the ... | |
| Hook eye for a weight | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: At the top of a weight is a small hook eye where the chain hooks to it, this piece broke where could ... A: You can purchase the top hook only. There are two types; open hook or and closed loop end. Usually ... | |
| england cooko clock will not chime on half hour | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: We have an New England Steeple Wall Clock and it will not chime on the half hour only on the hour. ... A: Dottie, if that number is stamped on the movement, I don't know who made it or what the set up is. ... | |
| england cooko clock will not chime on half hour | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: We have an New England Steeple Wall Clock and it will not chime on the half hour only on the hour. ... A: Some clocks are made to only strike the hour and not the 1/2 hour. I would have to know what ... | |
| grandfather weights | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: Do you know where I can buy replacement ones - I need all 3. thank you. A: you can get them from Black Forest Imports. Their phone number is 1-800-824-0900. They will ask you ... | |
| hermle#141-070 chime hammer pick up | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: our clock quit chiming ,looking in the back the cam spins but the piece it picks up to raise the ... A: It looks like the finger on the hammer assembly has a groove worn in it. I've seen this happen ... | |
| Quartz Movment Replacment | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: The hands on my Howard Miller wall clock stopped moving after I recently replaced the two double AA ... A: I'll be happy to help you but I need some more information on the clock and movement. If it has two ... | |
| Centurion winding key | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a clock that has "Centurion 35 day" on the clock face, "Korean" stamped on the back. I am ... A: your clock uses a size 6 key. I sell them on my website at: ... | |
| clock | 7/12/2010 |
| Q: I found this old clock in my dads things and can't seem to find any information about it. I am not ... A: You can go back to the All Experts page and find another expert in the clocks and watches category ... | |
| Trend Grandfather Clock | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: I have been the only one caring for my Trend Grandfather Clock for over 20 years. But, today I did a ... A: You can keep the inside weight and just buy new shells and/or caps. They come in brushed or polished ... | |
| Ridgeway Grandfather Clock | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: I purchased a used grandfather clock from a friend and it stops after running 12 hours,generally ... A: This is an unusual time for the clock to stop. The face may have to be removed to see if something ... | |
| Can I install a cabinet light in my grandfather clock | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: I recently bought a Seth Thomas grandfather clock in a moving sale. The clock is in immaculate ... A: I have to tell you that you don't need to turn the collet in the hand because your clock is exactly ... | |
| minute hand | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a grandmother clock. Weight driven. Wound by three cables. It has run perfectly for months. ... A: It sounds like the chime or strike is stuck and the hand can't advance (or be easily turned ... | |
| Can I install a cabinet light in my grandfather clock | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: I recently bought a Seth Thomas grandfather clock in a moving sale. The clock is in immaculate ... A: You can correct the chiming problem by removing the minute hand and putting it back on in a position ... | |
| Hermle clock kit part | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: I have inherited a Hermle clock that my father-in-law assembled. I need a key to wind the spring ... A: Information on this movement is hard to come by but I was able to find out the following: Your key ... | |
| Clock Parts | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: I am looking to replace the glass on a Porthole quartz ship's clock mabe by Bell Clock company. Am ... A: I'm sure you won't find a replacement that is made specifically for your clock. However, you should ... | |
| new haven mantel clock not working | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: Laurel wrote at 2010-06-21 01:08:16 Thanks for responding. When I advance the minute hand to the ... A: Correcting the strike is easier than getting the clock ticking again. Try moving the minute hand all ... | |
| Clock not striking continuously | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a Hermle Westminster chime clock movement for which I built the case. It is only about 12 ... A: it really helps. It looks like your movement will chime the first 3 quarters but will not chime on ... | |
| Sligh Grandfather Clock | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: I got a Sligh Grandfather Clock from a family member, but we can't find the winder. Looking on line, ... A: A size 8 key fits all modern grandfather clocks. You want a crank key for a grandfather clock ... | |
| Clock not striking continuously | 6/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a Hermle Westminster chime clock movement for which I built the case. It is only about 12 ... A: Can you post it to YouTube or another site and give me the link to it? Also, there is a difference ... | |
| new haven mantel clock not working | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: a month ago I purchased a new haven mantel clock, set the pendulum and wound it with the left hole - ... A: One winding side is for to keep the pendulum swinging (time side). The other is for the strike ... | |
| no strikeing-no chimes | 6/12/2010 |
| Q: Built the clock in 1978, series #111 movement. Have never had any problems until now. I can't be ... A: Is the heaviest weight on the right side as you face the clock? It takes more power to run the ... | |
| no strikeing-no chimes | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: Built the clock in 1978, series #111 movement. Have never had any problems until now. I can't be ... A: The next thing to do is to oil the movement. A drop of clock oil on the pivots might be all you need ... | |
| no strikeing-no chimes | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: Built the clock in 1978, series #111 movement. Have never had any problems until now. I can't be ... A: The chime is probably stuck in the middle of a chime cycle. Try to get to the chime hammers. If some ... | |
| Mantel Clock | 6/8/2010 |
| Q: Clock was purchased in 1996. The left side cable will not hold tension after winding thus creating ... A: Your repair person is right. Parts are not made for this clock anymore. If it is a mainspring ... | |
| Hermle quartz clock not at the right time | 6/6/2010 |
| Q: i hope you can help. I have a Hermle Quartx 2114 mechanism in my grandmother clock which works and ... A: Here is the way you reset that movement: Hold the setting knob in the back so it will not turn. Move ... | |
| oak schoolhouse clock w/pend & chimes | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: Have a clock with quartz movement, D battery, on front of clock it shows Verichron Quartz and ... A: I doubt if it's fixable but we can probably find a movement to replace yours. I'm not sure what ... | |
| fixing a quartz movement | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: i purchased a marine clock in a cube sold by Triangle,INC.. their contact info provided on the ... A: Most of the time you can change out a quartz movement with one of another brand. I need to know some ... | |
| grandfather's clock pendelum lost during move | 5/30/2010 |
| Q: We have a grandfather's clock that has an Viking 800 series movement. Somehow it seems the pendulum ... A: I don't have any reference material that would tell me anything about the pendulum. However, I ... | |
| Reset chime | 5/30/2010 |
| Q: Have a Sligh GF clock. model 0902-2-cc w/movement 500-0013 WMin chime out of wack...time (hands) ... A: Try moving the hour hand to whatever number of strikes the clock does. Then advance the minute ... | |
| Grandfather Clock | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a grandfather clock with Westminster Chimes. We recently had it lubricated in my home, and it ... A: The adjustment for getting the best sound from the chimes is in the hammers that strike the rods. ... | |
| Clock stops at five to eleven | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: 55 AM or PM everyday but runs fine and keeps time the rest of the day any ideas what it would be?? i ... A: So when it stops the hands aren't jammed at all? Do you have to advance the hands to get it going ... | |
| Clock stops at five to eleven | 5/27/2010 |
| Q: 55 AM or PM everyday but runs fine and keeps time the rest of the day any ideas what it would be?? i ... A: something is jamming up, either in the hands or, more likely, in the strike. You will have to take ... | |
| Urgos movement | 5/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a grandfather clock with an Urgos 32319 movement. We moved a couple of days ago and the ... A: I did not get a picture with your question. I'll try to describe the critical area for the strike. ... | |
| Hemsley clock | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: I inherited this Hemsley mantle clock which currently does not work. It has the westminster chimes ... A: Your clock was made by Junghans. This is a good brand of clock but I don't have reference material ... | |
| Urgos movement | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a grandfather clock with an Urgos 32319 movement. We moved a couple of days ago and the ... A: Phillip, I applaud your work in getting the hand shaft straightened out enough for the clock to even ... | |
| Howard Miller Clock | 5/20/2010 |
| Q: I am in need of a new Howard Miller Clock pendulum suspension spring and I was on their website and ... A: Howard Miller did not make the clock movement. It was made in Germany. I'll tell you the most common ... | |
| Clock Regula Deer Schmeckenbecher cuckoo, two windows | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: MICHEL!! Please I have some question about this clock above. I bought in the yard sale, and the ... A: The clock uses one pendulum. You say two doors, that would mean it uses 3 weights. I don't know the ... | |
| Seth Thomas mantle clock motor | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: My wife inherited a Seth Thomas mantle clock from her Grandmother. It is electric and the motor no ... A: None of the motors that Seth Thomas used in these clocks are available anymore. You could replace ... | |
| royal mariner ships wheel clock | 5/16/2010 |
| Q: i received a royal mariner clock it came with 2 keys i large 1small small one fits how should i wind ... A: The key that does not fit is not used on that clock. You only need one key. You should be able to ... | |
| chimes do not | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: We purchased a Barwick clock by Howard Miller The clock excelent time but the chimes arn't working. ... A: I would have to diagnose the problem in person. The best I can do from here is give you a few tips. ... | |
| Howard Miller Clock | 5/13/2010 |
| Q: My clock chimes the wrong amount of times, its just not out of sync, it chimes out of order, at 7:00 ... A: If your clock consistently strikes one hour ahead of the time you would simply move the hour hand to ... | |
| Pendulum | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: I bought a key wound mechanical clock movement off e-bay for a project i'm doing. The pendulum that ... A: Here is the really important thing, the pendulum length determines the timekeeping of the clock ... | |
| cleaning inside face | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: I want to take the face off an old, working, GE Electric mantle clock. The case is essentially a ... A: The knob on the setting stem is screwed on. It is most likely a left hand thread so to take it off ... | |
| Missing Minute Hand Nut | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: Where can I purchase a Minute Hand Nut for a Jlaid Chiming Mantle Clock? Several years ago, my wife ... A: Your clock movement was made by Hermle. The hand nut you need fits most of their clock movements. We ... | |
| Seiko Quartz Westminster-Whittington | 5/8/2010 |
| Q: I Have a Seiko wall clock (12" x 12") That has quit working. Ref QQX217B Cat. 12104. It's a lovely ... A: Seiko limits the sale of clock parts to authorized dealers and repair persons. As a clock parts ... | |
| King Arthur Clock | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: I purchased a King Arthur Clock in 1987 from the King Arthur Clock Company in Fairhope, Alabama. It ... A: I don't know anybody in your area who does clock repair. If your clock has cables holding the ... | |
| King Arthur Clock | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: I purchased a King Arthur Clock in 1987 from the King Arthur Clock Company in Fairhope, Alabama. It ... A: I'm not familiar with the King Arthur Clock Company. Most of the smaller clock manufacturing (and a ... | |
| second hand | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a battery operated Linden Quartz clock that has a pendulum. I did put a new battery in it and ... A: Your clock movement has two independent functions. The pendulum is swung by a driver and the clock ... | |
| How accurate should I expect my clock to run | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: I recently purchased a Howard Miller Presidential 610-952. I have it adjusted within 7 seconds of ... A: You should be able to get a weight driven clock to run within 30 seconds a week. Any variations in ... | |
| Molyneux Grandfather Clock | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1984 Molyneux Grandfather Clock. The key to the "door" broke off. I cannot get the door ... A: Different manufacturers used different locks and keys so I don't know for sure what you need. ... | |
| Which pendulum for Ansonia clock | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: I have bought an Ansonia Royal Bonn La Rambla clock with no penulum. Would you know which size / ... A: There is not enough information for me to say what pendulum will fit your clock. There are several ... | |
| grandfather clock servicing | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: i have two grandfather clocks, one for 17 years and the other for about 12 years and they have never ... A: Servicing your clock is similar to having the oil changed in your car. If you have it done regularly ... | |
| Which pendulum for Ansonia clock | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: I have bought an Ansonia Royal Bonn La Rambla clock with no penulum. Would you know which size / ... A: These clocks generally use a specific pendulum for Ansonia clocks. There are 3 or 4 different ... | |
| trend schoolhouse wall clock | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: i just hun gmy clockafter it had been stored lying flat for some time..wound it up gong is ringing ... A: the problem is probably in the pendulum hanging assembly. There are several things that can go wrong ... | |
| Waltham 31 day chime clock | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a Waltham 31 day chime clock and need to know where I can get a key to wind it with. Key was ... A: If the clock says Made in Korea on it I think a size 6 will fit. You can buy winding keys at the ... | |
| Weights for Jauch G/F clock | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a Jauch G/F clock for repair. It's missing weights. How much should weights weigh for Jauch77 ... A: First, the weights are a unique type in that the weight shells are 1-7/8" in diameter and 10-1/4" ... | |
| sessions mantel clock runs fast | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: I have been trying for some time to get our clock to keep time correctly. As I finally seem to be ... A: The clock beat should always be even and and one skipped beat can stop it. I need to know if it ... | |
| Cuckoo Clock Key | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a cuckoo clock made by the Linden Division of Cuckoo Clock Manufacturing Co. in NY and I lost ... A: I researched this and narrowed it down to three sizes. Your clock movement is most likely a Lux or ... | |
| cuckoo clock | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: Can you tell me whom possib;y clock was made bt and date as it says w. germany on the dial face. ... A: West Gemany exhisted from 1950 until 1990 so it has to be between those years. It looks like the ... | |
| sessions mantel clock | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: I just bought a sessions mantel clock at estate sale, and its a wind up clock but the wind up part ... A: I think you are saying that when you wind the key in doesn't catch and the key spins backwards ... | |
| cuckoo clock | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a black forest cuckoo clock from 1984/85 and was putting on the wall when I noticed that the ... A: I don't think I can help you without examining the clock. There are too many variables in design and ... | |
| cuckoo clock | 4/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a black forest cuckoo clock from 1984/85 and was putting on the wall when I noticed that the ... A: It's not in the chain. The really old cuckoo clocks used a variety of ways to make the bird go back ... | |
| Grandfather Clock chime off | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a ridgeway grandfather clock that was working and chiming every quarter hour properly until I ... A: The lifter cam that lifts the chime lever has four points on it. One of the points is higher than ... | |
| Ansonia Gingerbread Clock | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: Clock has been working until recently when my husband thought he`d wound it too tightly. It is oak ... A: Ansonia is considered one of the best American clock makers. They made a high quality product and ... | |
| cuckoo clock question | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: recently had cuckoo clock repaired, and when we went to put the clock up noticed one of the chains ... A: This is a tough one but it is possible to do. When things get this bad I usually take the movement ... | |
| Emperor clock | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: We built a model 110 clock from a kit. It is missing the hour rack assembly. Where can we get this ... A: Most Emperor clocks have Jauch movements in them. Jauch went out of business many years ago and ... | |
| Ansonia Clock Company, New York | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: What information can you give me about a ceramic mantle clock made by the Ansonia Clock Company, New ... A: Ansonia Ceramic clocks are coveted by collectors, especially the ones that are stamped "Royal Bonn". ... | |
| Waltham Quartz Clock | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: The rotating part of this clock does not rotate. What is the best way to fix this? A: Check to see if there is a battery in the base of the clock (under the clock base). If there is no ... | |
| Trend Clock | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a trend grandfather clock. It stopped working because someone pulled the weights all the way ... A: This is a difficult fix. The click spring that keeps the weights from falling down is on the gear ... | |
| won't stay running. | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a Howard Miller movement in a grandfathers clock. Model #4885 triple chime weight driven ... A: I suspect that the suspension spring you used is not a suitable replacement for the movement. This ... | |
| Making my own adjustments on a franz movement | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: Radi, I am having a few problems with my clocks. I refuse to take it back to my clockmaker, I had to ... A: Regarding the 340-020: It could be that there is not enough power to run the chimes but I'm going to ... | |
| grandmother clock | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a grandmother clock that i shipped from overseas and they took off the weights and unhooked ... A: Perhaps your clock is designed for two weights (time and strike). 2 chains and 2 weights are ... | |
| The Daneker Clock Co. - Senator Floor Clock | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: Are parts still available for a Senator Floor Clock made by The Daneker Clock Co, Inc. I note in ... A: Daniker did not make the movement. They only made the case. You probably have a German movement, ... | |
| My Landmark Quartz Chime clock | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a Landmark Quartz chime D cell battery grandfather's clock, Model #19448142. The small hand ... A: The small (hour) hand just presses on. Point it to the correct position on the face (5 for 5:00, ... | |
| Tochigi Tokei mechanism replacement | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a 25 yr old Tochigi Tokei battery-operated clock mechanism from a very big, flat wall clock. ... A: I don't have any reference material on Tochigi although I have worked on them before. The quartz ... | |
| New Haven Mantle Clock | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: I just bought a really nice New Haven mantle clock at an estate sale. The clock is in good ... A: I don't know anything about the Tamourine clock model but I'm familiar with New Haven clock ... | |
| Previously spoken reguarding dented bob on colonial molyneux | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: Its difficult to tell what's stamped on the back of the movement, but this is what I could see, ... A: I found a supplier who has Kieninger pendulums. The pendulum has a 10.5" disc and is 42-1/2" long ... | |
| Urgos Grandfather Clock Movement | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: What is the difference between an Urgos Grandfather Clock 32692 (new stock number is 32316) and a ... A: If it is a cable wind movement check the distance between the hand shaft and the middle winding ... | |
| Franz Hermle 451-053 | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I inherited this clock and i would like to learn how to take care of it and to see if i can get it ... A: In the clock industry it is a general rule that a professional clock repair person should prepare a ... | |
| grandmother clock | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a grandmother clock that i shipped from overseas and they took off the weights and unhooked ... A: Check the chains to be sure they are firmly on the chain gears. They must go all the way over the ... | |
| how do i find out how old it s | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: My husband and I have been given a wall clock from his parents,It has not worked in years,I have no ... A: You might be able to replace the movement without taking the whole clock in for repair. A simple ... | |
| colonial molyneux mantel clock serial # 8231983 | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: this clock runs way to fast how can I adjust it?and how much would have cost new? thank you, ... A: I'm not familiar with the clock model. Does it have a pendulum or a balance? Can you tell me what ... | |
| clock does not chime | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: I purchased a second hand floor clock. It is a viking clock with 3 weights and chains. The back ... A: There are a lot of things that will keep a clock from chiming and without inspection I can't say ... | |
| HM bracket clock | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: My balance wheel will not keep turning. What is wrong? Can I put it back in balance? The triple ... A: There are a lot of things that can make a clock like this stop. It might need cleaning, oiling, ... | |
| Waltham watch | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1989 close pocket watch and cannot identify the case. C.W.C.Co. (Chicago Watch Com?) a ... A: Watches are not my specialty but I'll do my best. Are you sure you don't mean 1898, you wrote that ... | |
| Clock | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: I'm doing some work in a 1950s style ice cream store that just opened. The owner has an artist ... A: We have battery movements and hands that are available in sizes of 12", 14" , 17-1/2" and 17-3/4". ... | |
| wentworth wall clock | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: i was given a gift of a used wentworth 31day wall clock. It keeps time . the chime strike does not ... A: Without looking at the clock I can't be sure why it is not striking. Some of them have a locking bar ... | |
| linden clocks | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: Who is the maker of linden clocks. I have tried to find history on the company and didn't come up ... A: The Linden brand is American. After a long history as a maker of clocks they have been bought and ... | |
| PEARL GRANDFATHER CLOCK #H-451 | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: LOOKING FOR THE FLEXABLE MOULDING THAT HOLDS THE GLASS IN PLACE ON THE DOOR AND SIDES, AS MINE HAS ... A: Jim, there are two different types. One is 1/4 round and is held in with nails. The other is notched ... | |
| Chime and Strike problems with my Kienzle clock | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: My Kienzle (from my grandfather) wall clock keeps a good time but it does not chime or strike. ... A: I can't tell what is going on (or not going on# from the photo. I would need to have the clock in my ... | |
| Seth Thomas Lynton II Mantel Clock | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: have a Seth Thomas Lynton II mantel Clock with chime Manufactured in January 1981. The movement is ... A: The timekeeping adjustment is on top of the disc that rotates back and forth in the balance. There ... | |
| Howard Miller Model 610-370 | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: I purchased this clock and it keeps perfect time. The chimes don't work however. when I removed the ... A: Sometimes this happens when the chime drum gets stuck in the middle of a song. First check to be ... | |
| Time Mainspring hits lifting lever | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I am working on a New Haven movement. The clock runs and strikes for a few days then the strike ... A: I did not specify that because I'm not totally sure. Aluminum might not hold, Brass might work but a ... | |
| Time Mainspring hits lifting lever | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I am working on a New Haven movement. The clock runs and strikes for a few days then the strike ... A: The original pin was punched into the plate. It's a rivet with a long tip. To use this method to ... | |
| pendulum on grandfather clock | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: My pendulum fell out of my grandfather clock...I can not hook it back up...can you help me? I don't ... A: You may not need any more parts than what you have. It looks like the hook at the top of your leader ... | |
| pendulum on grandfather clock | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: My pendulum fell out of my grandfather clock...I can not hook it back up...can you help me? I don't ... A: It looks like you may have broken the suspension spring. Is there a black plastic piece inside the ... | |
| s/t helmsman -E545-001 brass clock | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: this clock has a battery cover on rear. i would like to know what type of battery , and possibly a ... A: I don't really have any good answers for you but I'll tell you what I can. I would guess that the ... | |
| Heinz Jauch movemant | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a Heinz Jauch grandfather clock Movement.#s on back plate are 77875 343879. It has no ... A: Usually Jauch movements have a PL number. This would be stamped on the back plate of the clock ... | |
| clock replacement parts | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: ...i have a desk clock that i have dismantled to find that it has a young town 12888 battery ... A: I am not a young town dealer although I am familiar with some of their products. This one does not ... | |
| Verichrion regulator battery operated | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: I found this clock in a field. I installed a new D cell and followed instructions on the back of the ... A: Check to see if the movement is square to the case. Look inside the back. If the movement is not ... | |
| Old clock won't run. | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: We have an old mantel chhiming clock that stopped running when my wife moved it. It is fully wound ... A: It probably got knocked "out of beat". Listen to the ticking and see if the sound is evenly spaced ... | |
| Tempus Fugit Clock | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: I just got this clock and I can't find any place to wind it. There are no holes on the face of the ... A: Tempus Fugit is a Latin term that has been put on a lot of clocks by many manufacturers for a long ... | |
| 340 020 movement | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: My question is I purchased a Keininger Clock with a 340 020 movement and the clock runs great, too ... A: These movements have used two different kinds of balances in them. You can see the balance rotating ... | |
| hermle movements | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: Is the Hermle movement #1050-030A and the Hermle movement #502-8691 comparable in quality and sound? ... A: The 502-8691 does not look like a Hermle number. I am familiar with almost all of their mechanical ... | |
| Broken Chime Rod | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: We have a Barwick Model 4893 grandfather clock that we bought in PA in 1973. We moved to CA for 31 ... A: I have a 13" chime rod. Price is $15.00 + $4.59 shipping. It can be cut with a hack saw or a ... | |
| Broken Chime Rod | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: We have a Barwick Model 4893 grandfather clock that we bought in PA in 1973. We moved to CA for 31 ... A: Don't be concerned with the rod in the screw. After this is all over you will throw it away. How ... | |
| Clock Movement Parts | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: Do you have, or can you tell me where I can find, a diagram of a pendulum-driven grandfather clock ... A: I have not been able to find a parts diagram that will tell you the names of the parts needing ... | |
| waterbury clock | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a waterbury clock manufactured for Niles Eight Day Spring Strike and would like to get it ... A: Julie, it really depends on where you live. Generally, clock owners in large cities have more ... | |
| Broken Chime Rod | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: We have a Barwick Model 4893 grandfather clock that we bought in PA in 1973. We moved to CA for 31 ... A: I can help you get a new rod. You need to be sure you can get that screw head out. It may unscrew ... | |
| Mauthe wall clock chimes | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a 47-year-old Mauthe wall clock that has beautiful chimes, with the minor exception of the ... A: Mauthe clocks do have a beautiful chiming sound. They really engineered the materials better than ... | |
| FHS 351-050 | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a broken movement FHS 351-050. could you kindly advice where I can get a exploded view of the ... A: No, I don't have an exploded view but here is now to describe it. There are three "sides" to your ... | |
| Linden Wall Clock | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a Linden wall clock with two weights that is over 40 years old. Every few days, I pull up ... A: I understand that you had to send your question several times because this system only allows you to ... | |
| franz hermle | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I bought seth thomas clock with franz hermle 451-050 movement. Chains and weighs were off. I put ... A: There are three suspension springs. It should be either the SS-0060, SS-393z or SS-303z. Have a look ... | |
| Linden mantle clock | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: My husband was given a beautiful gold mantle clock 20 years ago when he left his job. It was not ... A: I don't have any Linden specs so I don't know what they put in that clock. It would be great if you ... | |
| barwick grandfather clock | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: I recently acquired a grandfather clock with a three weight system and cannot figure out how to set ... A: It the weights hand from chains you simply pull the there side of each chain downward and the weight ... | |
| seth thomas 8-bell clock | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: I have an old 8-belled clock. I don't know how to tell its age but my father collected it at least ... A: I found all experts when I was having some computer trouble. It was fantastic to have and expert ... | |
| seth thomas 8-bell clock | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I have an old 8-belled clock. I don't know how to tell its age but my father collected it at least ... A: OK, you have a ship's bell clock. The really old ones advance the strike every time you trip that ... | |
| colonail molynuex grandfather clock | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: very new but been in dry perfect storage for ten years.it has had all weights and pendulum removed ... A: I can walk you through the process but would like some photos to go by. There are a lot of different ... | |
| HERMAN MILLER WALL CLOCK | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: AT THE END OF OCTOBER I REMOVED THE BATTERIES TO RESET THE CLOCK FOR STANDARD TIME. WHEN I ... A: These movements have a great sound but they have a problem as you described. I have sold hundreds of ... | |
| MOON DIAL | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: FRANZ HERMIE SERIES 111. M/N: 451050H GRANDFATHER CLOCK The mood dial does not work. does not ... A: There are two unrelated issues with your clock. The moon dial has nothing to do with the weight. I ... | |
| Trend Grandmother Clock | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: My wife and I found a very nice grandmother clock in an antique store manufactured by the "Trend ... A: The weights need to be matched to the movement. If they are too light, the clock won't work. If they ... | |
| Ridgeway Grandmother Clock | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a Ridgeway Grandmother Clock with "E" movement. The chimes are chimming 3 minutes before the ... A: The adjustment is in the minute hand. Remove the small nut that holds the minute hand on. You may ... | |
| MOON DIAL | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: FRANZ HERMIE SERIES 111. M/N: 451050H GRANDFATHER CLOCK The mood dial does not work. does not ... A: It would take some hands on diagnosis to figure out why the moon dial is not working. Usually they ... | |
| Linden Wall Clock | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a Linden wall clock with two weights that is over 40 years old. Every few days, I pull up ... A: It depends on what caused the problem and how good you are with your hands. On the chain gear there ... | |
| Center Clock Chain | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: The center chain has come off my grandfather clock ,how do I get it back on ? A: This is a tricky process that may require the movement to come out of the clock case. I have done ... | |
| Urgos | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: I have an Amana wall clock with an Urgos movement. It runs and chimes fine but when I recently tried ... A: Your clock movement should be lubricated every two years. A qualified clock repair person should be ... | |
| clocks | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: at the 12 i found the dial to f-s,but at the tip of the hook where the ball used to be since it is ... A: Brenda, the f is for fast and the s is for slow. I think you are telling me that you need a pendulum ... | |
| Rating a regulator clock | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: I have just finished building a regulator clock that was serialised in a British magazine called ... A: Without a beat timing device you are regulating the best way possible. Keep making small adjustments ... | |
| Grandfather Clock | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: .I'm looking to purchase a grandfather clock from a friend and i cannot find nothing online about ... A: I looked through my Howard Miller literature and can't find anything on that model. I'm not ... | |
| Urgos Grandfather clock | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: I have inherited a grandfather clock, made in 1973, Urgos model # UW32, the new/updated model ... A: From the top of the pendulum assembly: Suspension spring: this spring is held into the top of the ... | |
| SETH THOMAS HELMSMAN E537-001 | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: I own this clock, but I don't have the wind or set key. Is it possible to get one. Also is there and ... A: A #3 key should fit that clock. We sell them for $2.95 each. Regarding the value of the clock, ... | |
| franz hermle | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I bought seth thomas clock with franz hermle 451-050 movement. Chains and weighs were off. I put ... A: From the top of the pendulum assembly: Suspension spring: this spring is held into the top of the ... | |
| Parts for Charles R Sligh Clocks | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I purchased A Charles R Sligh Grandfather clock. The clock is near perfect with the exception of the ... A: In 1995 Bulova took over the clock distribution for Sligh but the Sligh company agreed to handle ... | |
| 31 DAY DELTA WALL CLOCK | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: WOULD LIKE TO FIND OUT WHEN THIS CLOCK WAS MADE.SAYS MADE IN KOREA,HAS PENDULUM AND CHIMES. A: Most 31 day Korean clocks are time and strike, not chime. A chiming clock would have 3 mainsprings. ... | |
| Schatz Royal Mariner ships clock | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: today I got a used Schatz Royal Mariner ships clock. I winded it up but the clock doesn't run. How ... A: There are so may things that could make the clock not run that I can't list them here. It could be ... | |
| franz hermle mantel clock 340-020 | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: i can no longer get the music or the half hour strike to work the time of day works A: There is not a 1/2 hour strike, only quarter hour chimes and the hour strike. There are too many ... | |
| Ansonia Monarch shelf clock | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: I am restoring a shelf clock made by The Ansonia Clock Co. 11-19 Cliff St. New York. It is a ... A: Yes, it will be hard to find a replacement glass. I like the rub on decals. They are easy to use and ... | |
| Key wound clockworks | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a Hamilton schoolhouse-type clock at an antique store. It has 3 holes in the face of the ... A: The movement inside your clock was probably made by Hermle in Germany. The three functions of your ... | |
| Ansonia Monarch shelf clock | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: I am restoring a shelf clock made by The Ansonia Clock Co. 11-19 Cliff St. New York. It is a ... A: When a clock manufacturer puts "Paris Exposition" on a label they are merely advertising the fact ... | |
| Seth Thomas Helmsman clock parts | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a Seth Thomas Helmsman Clock Model # E537-001. There is a ring around the clock which has ... A: This is a tough one. So far as I know there are no reproduction pieces being made that would match ... | |
| Haller pendulum anniversary clock | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: I broke the suspension spring when I tried to slow the pendulum clock down. Do you have replacement ... A: We sell the spring but you will have to cut it to length and attach the blocks and fork. You have to ... | |
| Clock won't keep running past 3 minutes | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: The grandmother clock that my dad made for our wedding (26 yrs. ago) has run perfectly all these ... A: I think it's still out of beat. You may have pushed it too far to one side and need to push it the ... | |
| Clock won't keep running past 3 minutes | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: The grandmother clock that my dad made for our wedding (26 yrs. ago) has run perfectly all these ... A: You may have to put the clock in beat. Listen to the ticking and see if the ticks are evenly spaced ... | |
| it broke | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: I was winding my Grandfather clock and the pendulum fell off. Being the mechanical genius I am, I ... A: The part you are referring to is called the suspension spring. We sell them on our web site for ... | |
| Enfield Clock - How to operate | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: I hope you can assist me and appreciate any advice you can offer. I have bought an Enfield ... A: The clock should be wound once a week. Wind up all of the mainsprings until you feel them get really ... | |
| mason & sullivan clock | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a Mason & Sullivan (Model R-77) Office Long Drop Regulator Clock. I have moved and the key ... A: T120 would be Mason and Sullivan's in-house part number. I don't have any reference material that ... | |
| waltham 31 day clock key | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: i purchased 4 waltham 31 day clocks at an estate sale and none of them have a key. do you have ant ... A: If the clocks are Korean made a size 6 (3.75mm) should fit. If it's not Korean I would have to do ... | |
| Howard Miller Model 620-218 | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: You had a prior question re: Howard Miller Mod: 620-218 here ... A: We sell Quartex parts but I don't know what the missing piece looks like. Also, in your photo it ... | |
| Bulova wall clock | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a bulova wall clock brass pendulum swinging type that keeps good time but the chime every ... A: The minute hand has a collet pressed into it. This is where you make the adjustment. You must take ... | |
| Removal of hands - grandfather clock | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: We have a Ridgeway grandfather/grandmother clock, circa 1970. We are going to try to replace the ... A: The nut holding the minute hand on turns counter-clockwise for removal. You may need to use a pair ... | |
| Warmink mantle clock | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: How often should the clock be wound? Thanks A: I don't know the specifics of your clock and don't know what movement is inside it. If you could ... | |
| Ingrahm wall clock | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: We have a Ingrahm battery operated wall clock. The pendulum and chime works, but the hands don't. We ... A: I'm not sure what they put in that clock. Can you send me a photo of the movement from behind? Or I ... | |
| grandaughter clock | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: my granddaughter clock is a manual wind up clock,it chimes 3mins past the half hour and the hour. ... A: You must remove the minute hand. First unscrew the small nut that holds the hand on. You may need a ... | |
| clock age | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a wall mounted Ridgeway, that I got my from Grandmother, it has serial number 89010023 ... A: The only way I know to date your ridgeway is to look for a two digit stamp on the back of the ... | |
| Moving hour hand | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: you've been helping me this morning with my Elgin Mantel clock. Last question I asked was how to ... A: Yes, you should be able to push the hour hand forward or backward. When you move the hour hand ... | |
| which key holes to wind | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: I have an Elgin mantle clock clock that has three key holes on the face. Can you tell me the ... A: Great, Thanks for the perfect photo. Do you see the chrome bar attached to the small brass plate at ... | |
| which key holes to wind | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: I have an Elgin mantle clock clock that has three key holes on the face. Can you tell me the ... A: The center winder is for the time. The left one is for the hour strike. The right one is for the ... | |
| Franz Hermle mantel clock | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: Looking to see how much this clock is worth and how to find out the year it was made. There is a ... A: Yes, 79 would indicate that the movement was made in 1979. I don't know what your options are ... | |
| setting grandfather clock | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: how do i set a grandfather clock 1151-050(pearl) 114cm how do i hang the chains and cylinders and in ... A: It looks like you have two of the chains on the clock right now. Putting a chain on this clock can ... | |
| Franz Hermle mantel clock | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: Looking to see how much this clock is worth and how to find out the year it was made. There is a ... A: The way I understand it your clock case was made in Zealand Michigan by the Colonial Manufacturing ... | |
| Seth Thomas Tambour Mantel Electric | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: Okay, I have looked at all the questions on all the pages and now I think it is safe to ask my ... A: I think the electric cord you are looking for is the same size as those used on old kitchen ... | |
| Boston Ship Strike Quartz | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a Boston Ship Strike marine clock, German quartz movement, battery operated. Problem: The ... A: Ships bell strike is an odd sequence but 30 times should never happen. Some of the movements have a ... | |
| Waltham 31 Day Wall Clock | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: When the time changed recently I turned our clock back the one hour. Now - it keeps ticking away but ... A: I just had another look at mine and I can't tell if the collet is pressed onto the shaft or if it's ... | |
| Waltham 31 Day Wall Clock | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: When the time changed recently I turned our clock back the one hour. Now - it keeps ticking away but ... A: I have worked on a lot of these movements and I have one here that I can compare to yours. If you ... | |
| FHS 241-080 clock movement | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: It is 32cm with the numbers 122.8 also noted. I am living in Argentina and have found a clockmaker ... A: I'm attaching the best photo I could find. This is the front of a 241-030 movement. This movement is ... | |
| Manual for Colonial Molyneux Clock | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: I brought a Colonial Molyneux Grandfather Clock serial # 8412000 and would like to know where can I ... A: I don't know of any manual that was every published for this specific clock. There are publications ... | |
| Clock Movement Replacement | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a AA battery operated clock movement that needs to be replaced and I'm having a hard time ... A: Matching quartz movements with press on hands can be difficult. The movement body is pretty much the ... | |
| SETH THOMAS Royal Stafford 1769 Pendulum | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: I just inherited the above clock from a good friend, however, when we were hanging it my husband did ... A: Move the hour hand only to the hour that the clock is striking. Then use the minute hand to set the ... | |
| Seth Thomas Helmsman Clock | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a Seth Thomas Helmsman clock model #E537-001. It has been in storage for about 25 years. ... A: The newer Seth Thomas Helmsman clocks are easier to adjust than the old ones. Let's try this: It ... | |
| Hermle works model 1051-020 15-CM | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: Will not play 1/4,1/2,3/4 But plays all of 40 notes. and does not strike out the hours. What can I ... A: are you saying that it only chimes at the 12 position and plays through 40 notes, all at the top of ... | |
| Age of my clock model king? | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a clock model king, manufactured by the Ansonia Clock Company, New York USA, this clock have ... A: The label is not telling you that the clock was made in that year. It only means that Ansonia ... | |
| 1930's Waltham electric clock | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: Radi - I possess a Waltham electric clock made in the 1930's. The movement is stamped Waltham Watch ... A: The photos were great. I don't know where you will be able to find any of these parts. Of course ... | |
| pendulum length | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a ANSONIA MANTEL clock, got from a auction.back plate stamped B22 to the side of it 4 I, ... A: Is your movement one of the large chiming ones? I don't know the specifics of the pendulum but I ... | |
| Jefferson Clock Feet | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a Franklin MInt T. Jefferson reproduction clock. It has a Hermel movement. The feet are ... A: If you are looking for the screw in adjustable feet please look at the following link: ... | |
| Howard Miller grandfather clock | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: When our clock chimes it sounds like it is out of tune. Some of them sound fine. It is usually in ... A: tuning chimerods is not an easy adventure. The pitch is determined by the length of the rod. The ... | |
| which suspension spring to use? | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: me and my partner are servicing our collection of various antique clocks, and we have a few ... A: The movement must be identified in the Horolovar 400 day Repair Guide. If you tell me what the ... | |
| Franz Hermle 340-020 | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I inherited this mantle clock from my mother. Its in very good shape ( 75 or 76 model )but it run ... A: I can't tell how bad of shape the movement is in without seeing it. Sometimes the mainsping barrels ... | |
| Franz Hermle 340-020 | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: I inherited this mantle clock from my mother. Its in very good shape ( 75 or 76 model )but it run ... A: There is an adjustment but it's a little tricky. If you look at the back of the movement you will ... | |
| urgos movement suspension | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: How do I install a new suspension spring in an urgos miovement? I have a new one and appears the ... A: You can use a paper clip, bend it up on both sides so it doesn't fall out. It needs to be smaller ... | |
| howard millier 610-110 clock | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: we have a clock that is howard millers grandfather 610-110 we would like to know were we could find ... A: The model 610-110 is not in the Howard Miller catalog anymore so I don't know what it looks like or ... | |
| urgos movement suspension | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: How do I install a new suspension spring in an urgos miovement? I have a new one and appears the ... A: At the top of the clock movement on the back there is a post with a vertical split on its end. The ... | |
| Schatz Royal Mariner won't chime | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: I recently purchased a older Schatz Royal Mariner 8 Bell Ships clock at a yard sale.It is in great ... A: I don't know how to date these clocks but I can tell you that they changed the balance to a platform ... | |
| Elgin battery powered clock | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: Have an Elgin battery powered regulator clock that fails to keep time. Replaced battery 3 times and ... A: have a look at the following page and let me know if anything there looks like it might work. ... | |
| Cuckoo clock | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: Raddi I have a very old Cuckoo/Quail clock around 1880 inlaid railroad, unfortunately the top crown ... A: I doubt if you will be able to find one that matches your clock. The new ones are lacquered and the ... | |
| volume control on chime | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a Mauthe chiming wall clock. Is there a way to decrease the volume of the chimes? thanks A: There are a couple of things that might work but there is no sure fire method to lessen the volume ... | |
| Gilbert Coca Cola advertising clock | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a Gilbert regulator clock that has a very faded dial with "Drink" and "Coca Cola" on it. The ... A: Mostly my expertise is in clock repair rather than various models. The Gilbert model 3022 is a store ... | |
| Young Town Clock motor | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: I too am looking for a replacement for a Young Town #12888 clock motor. In a previous post you said ... A: We sell a variety of quartz clock movements on our website: www.norkro.com You will want to measure ... | |
| Barwick grandfather clock | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: We recently moved and followed all instructions for moving the clock. It worked fine for awhile but ... A: There are only two ways to get the weight down: Get the clock to start striking again or remove the ... | |
| W Haid clock | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: I received a W. Haid Western Germany clock. I have no experience with clocks. The clock has two ... A: If the clock does not have a pendulum it will have some sort of balance. The balance could be a ... | |
| Hamilton mantel clock | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a Hamilton mantel clock on which unfortunately the posts have been wound too tight. Is there ... A: When a clock is in good operating condition you should be able to wind it all the way up without a ... | |
| Westminster chime problem | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a Mustershutz wall clock which has a problem that when chiming each quarter it will keep ... A: On the right side you see a cam with 4 low spots with a 4 high spots of varying size. When the clock ... | |
| Westminster chime problem | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a Mustershutz wall clock which has a problem that when chiming each quarter it will keep ... A: There are several different set ups for controlling the chime and I don't know what one you have by ... | |
| followup on previous question | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: my original question was on 08/26/09. I stated that my dads clock was running but the hands didn't ... A: Great, there are three different hand shaft lengths available. The short one will go through ... | |
| Value of Clock | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: I was wanting to find out the value of my late mother's grandfather clock. It is about 35 years old ... A: It is a very attractive clock and the case appears to have been very well cared for. The value of ... | |
| german grandfather clock | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: have a german granfather clock my father bougth from a GI stationed in germany in the 1960's. Clock ... A: I don't do appraisals but can say that you have a valuable clock. Relatively few clocks from that ... | |
| Howard Miller Tempus Fugit # C43236 | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: My mother passed away and left me her grandmother clock. It was purchased back in 1974. One of the ... A: Access to the movement is different depending on the design of the clock. Some are easier than ... | |
| Question on 5/5/09 - ref pat 00399849 | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: Have the same problem as questioner above but different clock, can you help me please? batt. AA ... A: I really can't go by the dimensions of any gears that are inside the movement. We are only concerned ... | |
| Hands dont move but clock is running | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: My Dad has a Howard Miller - Model #612-475 - He says the clock is running, but the hands don't ... A: The movement is not hard to replace. I suggest that if you are contemplating doing it yourself that ... | |
| Ship's cock bell | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a Schatz Royal Mariner ships clock approximately thirty years old. The clock is in excellent ... A: You will need to remove the hands and face to get the the part of the movement that controls the ... | |
| La Rose Clock Movements | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a bunch of "La Rose 31 Day" spring wound clock movements that my father had, and was ... A: Yes, the movements have good value and I think ebay should be an excellent way to sell them. The ... | |
| Liden Clock | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a Linden" - Quartile chimes clock # on back S0179N it was purchased in 1991 as a gift for my ... A: I don't think the original movement will be available anymore but there are after-market quartz ... | |
| Hermle 577-071 in old Schatz clock | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: Last year I contacted you about a battery operated mechanism inside a Schatz ships bells clock. At ... A: When a clock stops every 12 hours it is usually the strike or the handshafts. Your strike duplicates ... | |
| Colonial Grandmother Clock | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: I inherited a Colonial Manufacturing (Zeeland, MI) Grandmother clock from my Grandmother. It is ... A: Ted, I don't know anyone in your area I can recommend. However, your clock can be serviced by any ... | |
| Seth Thomas clock with Hermle movement | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a Seth Thomas clock that appears to be an exact copy of the Hermle Shoreditch clock down to ... A: I honestly don't know what relationship Hermle and Seth Thomas had. In 1955 the Seth Thomas factory ... | |
| Seth Thomas clock with Hermle movement | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a Seth Thomas clock that appears to be an exact copy of the Hermle Shoreditch clock down to ... A: Yes, Hermle made movements for Seth Thomas. I don't have any information that would help identify ... | |
| chime rods | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: I read your answer to another person whom had the same problem. One of my chime rod broke on my ... A: Individual chime rods can be purchased for about $15.00 or $20.00. If the rod is the same diameter ... | |
| Sleigh grandfather clock | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: Our clock chimes an hour behind what the time actually is. For example when it is 4:00 it chimes 3 ... A: Move the hour hand (shorter hand) back one hour. Now the clock and the hands are at the same hour. ... | |
| VERICHRON WESTMINSTER CHIME SCHOOLHOUSE CLOCK | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: My clock is approximately 30 years old. It chimes every 15 minutues. I wind the clock with the key ... A: If the chimes are not working and you can't wind the key I'm guessing that the mainsprings are wound ... | |
| clock schematics | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: in 1992 i bought a cuckoo clock in Germany. e. schmeckenbacher gm 1549000 1674939 1704078 ... A: The factory used to print parts schematics on their movements but I doubt if you will find one ... | |
| overwound Trend Grandfather Clock | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: i overwound my Trend Grandfather Clock and the weights aren't dropping. It's keeping time fine, but ... A: If the pendulum is moving the center weight will travel down the case. This is the weight to power ... | |
| overwound Trend Grandfather Clock | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: i overwound my Trend Grandfather Clock and the weights aren't dropping. It's keeping time fine, but ... A: A typical weight driven grandfather clock can't keep time if the pendulum does not move. Can you ... | |
| RIDGEWAY WEIGHT DRIVEN | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: HOW DO I GET RACK N SNAIL BACK IN SYNC WITH CORRECT AND CORRECT # OF STRIKES ... A: Without seeing the clock I don't know what is causing it to not work properly. Have you oiled the ... | |
| RIDGEWAY WEIGHT DRIVEN | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: HOW DO I GET RACK N SNAIL BACK IN SYNC WITH CORRECT AND CORRECT # OF STRIKES ... A: The snail determines the number of strikes, in most movements it does not have to sync with anything ... | |
| Battery for a clock | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: I have been given a Junghan clock. It is old it use to belong to my aunty. It is a pendulum style ... A: I'm very familiar with the electronic clocks by Kundo but have only worked on one or two of the ... | |
| Franz Hermle mantle clock with a 340-020 movement | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a previously owned Franz Hermle mantle clock with a 340-020 movement. Even though the ... A: Steve, I had not idea that the time side of the movement was not running. I thought it was just a ... | |
| Franz Hermle mantle clock with a 340-020 movement | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a previously owned Franz Hermle mantle clock with a 340-020 movement. Even though the ... A: First let's deal with the quarter hour chimes only sounding when the minute hand is at the top of ... | |
| Grandfather clock not chiming | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: good morning, yesterday bought a grandfather clock via private sale. Don't know the make, it's a ... A: There are several things that could cause it to stop "striking". (Chiming clocks have 3 trains, ... | |
| Grandfather clock not chiming | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: good morning, yesterday bought a grandfather clock via private sale. Don't know the make, it's a ... A: If the clock is weight driven, put the heaviest weight on the right side as you face the clock. If ... | |
| Mantle clock repair | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a Ridgeway, Mod 413, M2 movement, TB dial. Bought in 1981. I believe it needs a complete new ... A: Ridgeway did not make the movement. It was made by one of three companies: Urgos, Keininger or ... | |
| hermle waggon on wall clock # 70504-000701 | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: My clock does not strike the bell on top. I have written you before and you asked me for numbers on ... A: Different manufacturers used different parts to make bells strike. I have no idea what you are ... | |
| Hermle Quartz Wall Clock 2214 | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: My future mother-in-law's Hermle 2214 quartz wall clock stopped working. I have been able to get ... A: These movements have an inherent problem. I have sold hundreds of them but so many were returned ... | |
| Franz Hermle parts and maintenance | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: Greetings Sir; I have a clock with a "Franz Hermle 351-021 (45cm)" movement. It has a broken ... A: The correct suspension spring is our SS-0060. You can see it here: ... | |
| key for old mantel clock | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: The key for a Linden 8-day Linden triple/chime mantel clock no. 8066 has been lost. The clock was ... A: I can't say for sure unless I know what movement is in the clock. I'm guessing that Hermle made it ... | |
| Wall Clock | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: We have a wall clock that won't chime on the hour or half hour. It chimes at 20 past and 10 of. How ... A: It depends on what kind of clock it is. Sometimes there is an adjustable bushing in the minute hand. ... | |
| Clock running slow . | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a newly inherited (wind-up) wall clock that runs slow .You can wind and set time one day and ... A: I'm guessing that the clock has a pendulum that swings back and forth. There will be a nut under the ... | |
| Koma anniversary clock battery operated | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: My elderly aunt has a koma anniversary clock that is not working properly. I have replaced the ... A: I have worked on a lot of these but don't know exactly what model you have. The typical ones are ... | |
| repair on hermle waggon on wall clock item no. 70504-000701 | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: I think that you helped me with the right weight and pendulum for my clock which is now running. ... A: I checked the link and there are 15 clock categories on the page. Even if I know what clock it is I ... | |
| Ridgeway Clock suspention spring | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: I own a Ridgeway HL & HG movement Grandfather clock. I had noticed that the suspension spring is ... A: I sell these springs. We will need to identify the spring. It will most likely be one of our Urgos ... | |
| Hentschel | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: Greetings from Vancouver Island BC Canada. My wife recently inherited a Hentschel Grandfather ... A: I don't have information on the chime block numbers. I can tell you a bit about the rods though. I ... | |
| clock part | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: We just moved to Akron Ohio and someone threw out the pendulum to our mantle clock. The clock is ... A: I have worked on a lot of these clocks and it is my experience that the bob will be 3 to 3-1/2" ... | |
| pendalum attachment | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: Can you send me instructions on how to attach the pendulum to the clock works. I have the link, but ... A: Sorry about that. I'm caught up in cyber-land. There are three parts to the pendulum assembly: The ... | |
| Ansonia Clock from Grand Mother | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: This clock has like others you've been told about has the label on back cabinet about the Paris ... A: The label means that the manufacturer displayed clocks at the Paris Exposition in 1878. At the time, ... | |
| clock part | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: We just moved to Akron Ohio and someone threw out the pendulum to our mantle clock. The clock is ... A: The pendulum was probably a simple wood stick with a hanger at the top and a pendulum bob at the ... | |
| smiths clock | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: how do i get the balance movement to keep good time in a smiths mantel clock, i have replaced ... A: It could be that the clock is not running very well. The balance should make a full 360 degree ... | |
| Blessing alarm clock made in West Germany. | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a Blessing clock at a garage sale, it works fine. It looks as if the base is made of ... A: I can't tell you with any certainty exactly when it was made but I'll take a guess and give you my ... | |
| Verichron wall clock | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: we inherited my dads clock(early 1990s model)has 3 holes to wind, seems to work well except chimes ... A: I think you are saying that the clock strikes 12 at the top of every hour but the chimes are ... | |
| tempus fugit ridgeway | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: hi i have a ridgeway tf grandfather clock where can i buy the weights model 173 move en 32575d ... A: You can't get the parts from Ridgeway anymore. Weights can be purchased for these clocks but we have ... | |
| grandfather viking clock | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: I bought a viking grandfather clock in 1988 I am looking for 2 parts ANSWER: If they are parts for ... A: I have a generic door key for $5.00. It works on most grandfather clocks but not all. You did not ... | |
| Schatz swinging quartz clock | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: I have in my posession a 25-30 year old Schatz swinging quartz clock. This is similar to the modern ... A: These clock use a repulsion coil. There is a magnet in the swinging arm. The coil is actually two ... | |
| Savoy Clock, Koma torsion | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: I went antique shopping today and got this clock for 15 dollars. I don't think it is worth much ... A: I don't know if it would be worth it for you. To exchange the barrel winding arbor and re-assemble ... | |
| Replacement Suspension Spring | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: I just received my fathers grandfather clock and the suspension spring was broken during shipping. ... A: I'm not familiar with the name of the clock. If you give me any markings on the back of the clock ... | |
| Savoy Clock, Koma torsion | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: I went antique shopping today and got this clock for 15 dollars. I don't think it is worth much ... A: It's a very cool clock. I used to have one like it. The suspension springs are $3.00 each or $7.50 ... | |
| wind up keys | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: My mother has two clock, and needs a wind up key for both. One is a Centurion 35 day, the other a ... A: The 31 day clock should use a #6 key. Regarding the piece for the zan dam. Is it the pendulum ... | |
| Emperor School Clock | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: My Emperor School Clock with an 8-day Key-Wound movement model #141-070, (45cm, made in W. Germany) ... A: Because of the way these movements wear out I recommend replacing it. Your movement was made by ... | |
| grandfather clock | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: Radi, Our grandfather clock is set at 10:45, but dongs 12 o'clock. Heaviest weight is on the ... A: If your clock does all of the chimes in order but ends up striking the hour at 15 till The hands are ... | |
| Verichron Chime clock | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: I own the above clock, model 2854-883 D-battery, chimes on the hour & 1/2 hour. Replaced the ... A: There is a bim bam movement that we sell. It is quartz so the pendulum will swing but has nothing to ... | |
| Harris & Mallow Verichron Model V184-4 Clock | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: Greetings from Alaska.... I bought my Dad this clock from the Salvation Army for Fathers Day for ... A: I'm not totally familiar with this model clock but I have worked on quartz models with the little ... | |
| Eli Terry and Seth Thomas Clocks | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: I have two old clocks; an Eli Terry shelf clock from about 1812 and a Seth Thomas tall clock from ... A: I don't have any information on what the weights should look like but I would guess that they are ... | |
| Erratic chiming | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a grandfather clock that has started chiming erratically. Most times it doesn't chime, but ... A: I can help you sync the chimes to the hands but the problem of the clock not always chiming is ... | |
| grandfather clock | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: We acquired a montgomery ward grandfather clock at an auction but I don't know where the weights go. ... A: There are only a couple of other things to try. Advance the hands through the 1/4 hours and let it ... | |
| grandfather clock | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: We acquired a montgomery ward grandfather clock at an auction but I don't know where the weights go. ... A: The heavier weight goes on the right side as you face the clock. From left to right, here is what ... | |
| Cuckoo Clock fault | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: Our 1 day (Black Forest) cuckoo clock fell from the wall. The wooden case broke (minor damage) and I ... A: There is an arm inside the movement, just above the red arrow on the right photo. This arm should ... | |
| Pearl Grandfather Clock | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: The weight chain won't stay up. This clock was purchased in 1986 and its the Firemens Addition. ... A: If it's the click spring any qualified clock repair person can replace the spring. It's not ... | |
| Pearl Grandfather Clock | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: The weight chain won't stay up. This clock was purchased in 1986 and its the Firemens Addition. A: Either the chain came off the chain gear or there is a problem with the click. Make sure that the ... | |
| Schatz Royal Mariner Ship's Bell Clock | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: I have inherited my father's Schatz Royal Mariner Ship's Bell Clock which is of deep sentimental ... A: I looked through my Schatz ship's bell stuff and all of the parts I have are for the larger style ... | |
| clock hands loose | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: I want to buy a grandfather clock, but the seller says the hands are a little loose. Is that a hard ... A: This could be very simple or difficult depending on the cause of the problem. The following ... | |
| Colonial Mfg. Co. Clock | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: I have been trying to locate some information about a grandfather clock made by the Colonial Mfg. ... A: I don't know what the model 706 looks like. When I ran my clock shop in San Diego from 1997 to 2003 ... | |
| pearl grandfather clock | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: I recently set the clock on Thursday to the correct time. Today is monday and the clock is four and ... A: The timing is set by the pendulum length. There is a nut at the bottom of the pendulum bob. You ... | |
| clock part | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: I have a smiths westminster chime mantle clock about 50 years old. Clock K7A no. 6010. I need a new ... A: The photo was attached, thank you very much. This is a tough one. I have the small, female pieces ... | |
| Waltham 31 Day Chime Wall Clock | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: I just purchase a Waltham 31 Day Chime Wall Clock at an estate sale. I can not find a model number ... A: Above the hand shaft just left of center is a piece called the rack. It has teeth on the that make ... | |
| clock stops at any hour | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: I havr a Howard Miller Grandfathers clock that is about 20 years old. Lately, it will stop for no ... A: The chime lifters have to lift to a higher point on the hour than on the quarters. The cam that ... | |
| wall clock | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: the slegh westminster wall clock was not wound for six months and now that we are back and wound the ... A: After you re-start one of these clocks it can take up to 2 hours for the chime to synchronize. ... | |
| Waltham 31 Day Chime Wall Clock | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: I just purchase a Waltham 31 Day Chime Wall Clock at an estate sale. I can not find a model number ... A: The clock should strike once on the half hour and count out the hours at the top. It sounds like the ... | |
| Hamilton Wheatland Mantle clock | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: we inherited this clock but it seems we are missing a tool for the weekly winding of the winding ... A: Your clock needs a #7 steel key. We sell them on our website at: ... | |
| grandfather clock | 5/22/2009 |
| Q: My parents bought a grandfather clock from your company (107 south section st) in 1984. I had move ... A: This is a really simple fix. What happened is someone moved the hour hand. All you need to do is ... | |
| grandfather clock | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: My parents bought a grandfather clock from your company (107 south section st) in 1984. I had move ... A: Be sure you put the heaviest weight on the right side as you face the clock. This is the chime side ... | |
| Howard Miller #620-250 | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: We purchased a Howard Miller #620-250 Wall Clock in March 2007. The clock has a pendulum. We had ... A: I don't know of any specific reason your clock movement is acting so badly. Many of these clocks use ... | |
| Swift and Anderson Banjo Barometer (Boston) | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: My great grandfather had this clock hanging on his office wall. My little niece grabbed at it and ... A: I do clock repair but I'm in Portland Oregon. I have a few customers in the LA area who do clock ... | |
| chiming | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a battery operated pendulum clock that has stopped chiming. Is there any way that this can be ... A: Most likely, one battery is for the time and the other is for the chime. Have you changed both ... | |
| chiming | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a battery operated pendulum clock that has stopped chiming. Is there any way that this can be ... A: Usually quartz (battery) movements are not considered repairable. In most cases the movement can be ... | |
| Wind up key for the Centurion 35 day wall clock | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: Do you know where I can find the wind up key for this clock? My mom left it to me and I would sure ... A: Yes, you need a number 6 clock key. We sell them for $2.50 each, shipping is $4.54. You can see them ... | |
| howard miller wall clock 612-462 | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: it seems this clock has been over wound. is there anything i can do to fix it thanks A: Overwinding is really not a cause for a clock to stop unless the mainspring are really dirty and ... | |
| VERICHRON WALL CLOCK | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: I have had this Verichron wall clock for approx. 7 yrs. now all of a sudden it doesn't work.... have ... A: Battery operated clock movements can usually be replaced with a similar movement. Different ... | |
| finding parts | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: i have a piper wind up grandfather clock and the main hour chime wind spring is broke where can i ... A: You are looking for a Hermle #50 mainspring. I can source it for you if you would like. The spring ... | |
| Emperor Clock Co. mantel clock | 4/28/2009 |
| Q: I have this clock and the instructions say to oil it periodically. However, no where in the ... A: You should oil the pivot holes. These are the holes in the brass movement plates where the ends of ... | |
| clock | 4/25/2009 |
| Q: Who repairs Grandfathers clocks for model number 101 on the Emperor clock movement. Please let me ... A: There is a way to replace the movement. If it is a Jauch movement there is a replacement kit but you ... | |
| Seth Thomas Mantle clock | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: Can a clock be wound to tight to work? I removed the minute hand and this cause it to start ticking ... A: If a clock is working properly you should be able to wind it all the way up and it will run. When ... | |
| Trend Clock Movement | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a clock movement stamped on the back- TREND CLOCKS The winding spring has broken, is ... A: When I see the marking P.L. on these clocks it usually means that the movement was made by Jauch. ... | |
| Vienna Regulator | 4/12/2009 |
| Q: Where can I obtain wire for the pendulum of my Vienna Regulator? It is not a chimer. Have been ... A: It sounds like you are looking for the suspension spring. I don't know what one you need without ... | |
| emperor clock movment 311M | 4/12/2009 |
| Q: Have an emperor grandfather clock which I built in 1978. The movement is 311M. Lately it stops at ... A: 10:42 is an odd time for the clock to stop. I would expect it to be closer to the top of the hour ... | |
| Elgin Regulator Movement needed | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: I have an Elgin Regulator wall clock that will quit running at some point between a few minutes and ... A: It sounds like you are looking for a bim bam movement. They changed them a little bit so here are ... | |
| ridgeway clock | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: how do i remove the hour hand A: The minute hand must be removed first. There is a small nut holding on the minute hand. The hour ... | |
| Howard miller clock chimes wrong hour | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: My clock chimes two hours behind real time. I tried turn the dial forward two hours and then set it ... A: Move the hour hand (not the minute hand) back to the time that the hour is striking. Advance the ... | |
| Old Ansonia School Clock | 4/4/2009 |
| Q: I recently wound my clock and wonder if I may have over-wound it. The pendulum rocks back and forth ... A: You should be able to wind it all the way up without any problem if the clock is in good running ... | |
| Seth Thomas bracket clock - runs too fast | 4/3/2009 |
| Q: I have 3 clocks (Hermle works) which have the little screw for adjusting the time at the top right ... A: There are two different styles of floating balances that Hermle used on their clock movements: The ... | |
| grandfather clocks | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: and thank you for being an expert! I have a Howard Miller grandfather clock, i think its 1980 or ... A: This is a difficult problem to diagnose without seeing the clock. Even upon inspection, this would ... | |
| strike off on a 451-050-94 | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a grandfather clock with a Hermle 451-050-94 movement but the chime does not work properly. ... A: This should not be a problem to correct. You will need to get to the back of the movement. There is ... | |
| Waltham 31 Day Chime | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a Waltham 31 day chime wall clock that I purchased in the early 90's. Recently when I was ... A: The difficulty of repair depends on what spring broke. If the key turns infinitely and the ... | |
| Tempus Fugit Grandfather Clock | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: My great-great-grandfather built this clock in 1978, I was just gave the clock. It does not chime on ... A: There are many things that could cause your clock to stop striking. The lever system is complicated ... | |
| Elgin American Quartz Clock | 3/20/2009 |
| Q: We broke the glass cover to this clock, where can I get a replacement? ANSWER: I need to know the ... A: I can supply you with a 5-1/2" x 10-1/8" dome. They are $29.95 plus shipping. Please let me know if ... | |
| herman miller wall clock | 3/20/2009 |
| Q: i have a herman miller wall clock, model 620-218 serial HO6453, the big hand just spins, think the ... A: I did a little research on the clock model you gave me after you told me how large it is. It looks ... | |
| Brocot spring | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a Vincenti French clock movement (Silver Medal 1855 - clock itself is circa 1890) - the ... A: You are looking for a suspension spring. We have these in several sizes and shapes. You can see them ... | |
| herman miller wall clock | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: i have a herman miller wall clock, model 620-218 serial HO6453, the big hand just spins, think the ... A: Herman Miller clocks used movements from many different companies and I don't know of a list that ... | |
| Seth Thomas Clock | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: I bought a clock in a resale shop and the key was not included to wind it. On the brass plate it ... A: Your clock has a Hermle movement that uses a #8 key. The square of the key are 4.25mm. We sell these ... | |
| smiths mantel clock | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: does this mean its over wound? and why does the pengulam not work? ANSWER: If the key only moves a ... A: One side is for the chime/strike, the other side is to power the pendulum. It will only unwind when ... | |
| Elgin American Quartz Clock | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: We broke the glass cover to this clock, where can I get a replacement? A: I need to know the size and style of the glass. Is it a dome? If so, I need the diameter of the base ... | |
| Verichron Quartz Westminster Chime Clock | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: I have the above wall clock and it chimes at 15 minutes past the hour instead of the hour. How do I ... A: If the minute hand is a press on type with a round mounting hole you would simply remove the minute ... | |
| smiths mantel clock | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: does this mean its over wound? and why does the pengulam not work? A: If the key only moves a small amount and won't wind any more the clock is wound all the way up. I ... | |
| hermle 1161-853 | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: I am building a grandfather clock with movement hermle 1161-853. Could you please explain how and ... A: If your movement has the capability to run a second hand there will be a shaft above the hour and ... | |
| Clock chimes very quickly | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: This past September I purchased a replacement movement for our grandfather clock. It is an Emperor ... A: The chime and strike speed are each controlled by a fan (also called a fly or governor). There is ... | |
| chime tubes | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: I just received a ridgway grandfather clock serial number 65815 uw/18a 5 tubes movement.it is in ... A: I don't know of anyone that has done this but I don't know why it would not work. You would have to ... | |
| CLOCK CHIME | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I WAS WINDING THE CLOCK AND IT STARTED CHIMING. THE CLOCK WILL START CHIMING THE HOUR ONCE IN THE ... A: There is a lever on the chime side that stops a pin on the strike side when it lifts for the chime ... | |
| Ridgeway grandfather clock parts | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a ridgeway grandfather clock Model 9112 Serial # 94001243 I need a chain for the middle ... A: Your model number is not listed on the Ridgeway website so I don't know what the pendulum should ... | |
| Ridgeway clock runs too fast | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a Ridgeway grandfather clock and the sticker by the works says it is a model 212. The clock ... A: The only speed adjustment on the clock is the pendulum length. Something is odd here. This will take ... | |
| alaron 31 day clock | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: I have an alaron 31 day clock and the winding spring is broken. I was told i would have to replace ... A: Replacing the mainspring may be the only option you have. Matching the movement is not easy. The ... | |
| missing pendulum spring | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a Colonial Mantel clock that is missing the pendulum spring,i will give you as much info. ... A: Chuck, if you have any part of the suspension spring I would like some measurement of it. If you ... | |
| Seiko 2007 Anniversary Edition Wall Clock | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: I've been all over the Internet and cannot seem to find anywhere to get this replacement glass. ... A: I did not get the one of the clock on the wall but the one of the box is excellent. Seiko parts ... | |
| Age of my old kitchen Clock | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a kitchen clock, manufactured by the Ansonia Clock Company, New York USA, it's possible know ... A: You need to either purchase or find someone with a copy of Tran Du Ly's book of Ansonia clocks. ... | |
| Ridgeway grandfather clock chime rod | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: When my Ridgeway grandfather clock was moved, four of the chime rods fell out. I have the rods and ... A: Yes, if you can find the correct replacement set, it is easier and probably less expensive to ... | |
| Ridgeway grandfather clock chime rod | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: When my Ridgeway grandfather clock was moved, four of the chime rods fell out. I have the rods and ... A: The chime rods broke off at the screw. You can't put them back together. The rods come with the ... | |
| battery operated grandfather clock | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: my parents have a battery operated grandfather clock and I do not see where the battery goes. I am ... A: You may need to get into the back of the clock. The battery is usually at the back of the clock ... | |
| Age of my clock model king? | 2/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a clock model king, manufactured by the Ansonia Clock Company, New York USA, this clock have ... A: It's my understanding that the dates on the labels mean that Ansonia displayed clocks at that ... | |
| Part for clock | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: We have an Emperor Grandfather clock and need a suspension spring # 34. Our clock is a 1974 Model ... A: The company that made your clock movement is out of business but the part you need is generic. I ... | |
| Seiko quartz clock | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: My Seiko QC102R quartz clock movement was damaged due to a battery leak. Any chance of obtaining a ... A: Sorry, I'm not a Seiko dealer or I would help. You will need to contact a Seiko dealer. I used to ... | |
| Seiko quartz clock | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: My Seiko QC102R quartz clock movement was damaged due to a battery leak. Any chance of obtaining a ... A: I don't know of a fax number or email address. Whenever I have called them I was told they will only ... | |
| Seiko quartz clock | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: My Seiko QC102R quartz clock movement was damaged due to a battery leak. Any chance of obtaining a ... A: It's my experience with Seiko that you have to get parts through a Seiko dealer. I think any Seiko ... | |
| Upright Grandfather Clock | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a clock that does not presently work. Noticed pieces missing ect. I am attempting to find ... A: your Hermle movement is very common and all the parts you might need would be available. There is a ... | |
| Sligh Grandfather clock | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: How would you adjust my clock which chimes one hour less than the hour hand shows i.e. at 6 o'clock ... A: This is a really simple fix. Move the hour hand back one hour. Then advance the minute hand to the ... | |
| chimes | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a grandfather cock from when my mother passed away. It is a Seth Thomas Tempus Fugit pendulum ... A: Different clock manufacturers use different means for shuttion off the chimes. I'll start with the ... | |
| mantle clock center shaft worn | 2/15/2009 |
| Q: Sir, I have a H Miller mantle clock (3 chimes plus hour strike) - about 20 years old. It runs ... A: yes, keys are available in about 25 different sizes. If you give me all of the numbers on the back ... | |
| Hamilton wind up pocket watch | 2/12/2009 |
| Q: How do I adjust the timing of the watch? It gains approximately one half (1/2) minute per day. A: I'm really a clock guy, not an expert in watches but I'll tell you what I know. If it is a battery ... | |
| Haller Clock Pendulum....Lost | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: I'm hoping to get some direction..We lost the pendulum when we moved. Where/how can we get an ... A: This is a beautiful clock. The pendulum will be pretty simple to put together. We can calculate the ... | |
| Replacement Howard Miller Movement - 1960's George Nelson Clock | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for a replacemt movement for a 1960's vintage Howard Miller clock designed by George ... A: To my knowledge, this movement is not made anymore and will be very difficult or impossible to find. ... | |
| Haller Clock Pendulum....Lost | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: I'm hoping to get some direction..We lost the pendulum when we moved. Where/how can we get an ... A: I don't know where you would get an original pendulum but we should be able to put together the ... | |
| Chimes Rigeway Tempus Fugit Mdl 138 | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: I recently acquired my clock. All the weights and chains are on the 3 sprockets. I was able to ... A: There are a number of reasons your clock may not be chiming. Reach inside and be sure that all of ... | |
| Chimes Rigeway Tempus Fugit Mdl 138 | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: I recently acquired my clock. All the weights and chains are on the 3 sprockets. I was able to ... A: You don't release the weights or chains to make the clock run. They will come down slowly as the ... | |
| Replacing Hermle movement with an electric or battery movement | 2/8/2009 |
| Q: I have an Emperor regulator clock that I built over 20 years ago. It has a Hermle 1050-030A / 38cm ... A: Yes you can replace the movement with a battery operated one. There are a few things to consider: A ... | |
| Linden mantle clock (3 diiferent chime settings) | 2/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a Linden mantle clock (made in West Germany) that was given to us in 1974. Up to now, it has ... A: I'm guessing that your clock has a movement with the numbers 1040-020 stamped on the back. Let me ... | |
| Mason Sullivan Grandfather's clock | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a Mason Sullivan movement for a clock I built about 20 years ago. The paper work shows ... A: You may have knocked the clock out of beat. The first thing to do is listen to the ticking. The ... | |
| Grandmother Clock | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: On my clock cannot get the weights to go down, and need to release the chimes. Clock does not chime ... A: The release for the weights is on the chain gear or cable drum depending on what type clock you ... | |
| trying to find answers | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I was looking up about aclock I got out of an old house but cant seem to find anything about it, Was ... A: Forestville was an American company that manufactured clocks as well as imported them. They would ... | |
| Would this clock make noise? | 2/2/2009 |
| Q: This is an odd question. I'm sorry. I'm writing a book set in 1923. There's a scene in a lawyer's ... A: The clock would make a tick every time the pendulum swings each direction. The tick would be fairly ... | |
| Pendulum will not swing, after replacing suspension sprin | 2/1/2009 |
| Q: I have an Ethan Allen Grandfather clock it is about 40 years old, ran great until my grandaughter ... A: There should be a piece between the pendulum and the suspension spring. This is called the leader. ... | |
| Clock cleaning and repaird for Schatz | 2/1/2009 |
| Q: Could you tell a web address where I could get are purchase a Clock cleaning are repaired for Schatz ... A: You can purchase a pint of clock cleaning solution at the following web address: ... | |
| BATTERY OPERATED QUARTZ CLOCKS | 1/30/2009 |
| Q: DISPITE CHANGING BATTERIES OFTEN, I FIND THAT BATTERY OPERATED QUARTZ CLOCKS CONTINUE TO RUN SLOW. ... A: I have been selling quartz movements for over 10 years and find them to be very accurate. I don't ... | |
| 30/31 Day Clocks | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: I have been noticing that many clock shops do not care to even touch 30/31 day clocks. I even viewed ... A: All of the modern 30/31 day movements are as I described. Some are not as bad as other but none are ... | |
| Old School Clock | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: I recently redid my old school clock...Cleaning up the mechinism and reoiled it. The clock now ... A: Most spring wind clocks will gain a little time when first wound, settle in for a few days then slow ... | |
| 30/31 Day Clocks | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: I have been noticing that many clock shops do not care to even touch 30/31 day clocks. I even viewed ... A: I have done a lot of service on 30/31 day clocks and here is what I know from personal experience ... | |
| g-father clock | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: my grand father's "howard miller" grandfather clock wont stay running.the hands aren't touching but ... A: The fact that it runs with the pendulum of is good news. Hopefully it is just a matter of adjusting ... | |
| clock cleaning | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: i purchased a gustav becker old mantel clock. when i wind the clock it stops working. it has two ... A: You can use an ammoniated cleaner like the one at this page: ... | |
| fitting suspension spring | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a new suspension spring for my new Koma Dome clock and I cannot get the pendulum to keep ... A: One thing strikes me as looking odd is that the top block is sideways from the way they usually sit. ... | |
| clock | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: i purchased a gustav becker old mantel clock. when i wind the clock it stops working. it has two ... A: Yes, you can wind both mainsprings all the way up until they stop. Regarding oiling and a good ... | |
| loosing time | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: I recently bought a Waltham winding clock, and it was keeping time, but now it looses about 15 to 20 ... A: It's either in the pendulum length or the hands are not tracking with the movement for some reason. ... | |
| Benchmark Clock - Limited Edition - Missing Key | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: I am missing the key for a Benchmark clock Limited Edition called The Regency. The clock was given ... A: 5/8" is way to big for a clock key. I need the measurement across the flat sides of the square that ... | |
| weigtdriven pendilum clock, does not run | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: the clock 'machinery' is stamped W150M-39, bought appr 1963 in norway. Can clock be repaired or ... A: I'm not familiar with the movement but given it's age I seriously doubt that a replacement is ... | |
| Howard Miller Model 610-440 Pendullum | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: Where may I purchase a replacement pendulum for subject clock? Do you have an idea the cost? A: That clock is not shown in my 2004 Howard Miller catalog so I don't know what the pendulum looks ... | |
| Clock Movement Device | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: I have Maritime that has a Young Town Quartz #12888 that needs to be replaced. I cannot find this ... A: We don't sell Young Town Quartz movements. Usually quartz movements can be replaced by other brands. ... | |
| Clock parts | 1/4/2009 |
| Q: I Have a Howard Miller Barometer Model # 612-721,Movement #354171F and dial #270232F I need to ... A: I think you will have to get the part from Howard Miller. Your barometer was still listed in their ... | |
| Hermle 1161-853 Movement | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: i would like to ask you about the meaning of the word "BS" of 1161-853-BS movement. How is the ... A: I have been researching this and don't have a difinative answer yet. The only thing I have come up ... | |
| clock | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: I have purchase a pearl grandfather clock no. on the back of the clock are 79 45J050H ... A: The 79 probably means that the movement was made in 1979. If you are looking for a decorative piece ... | |
| winding a clock | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: How do we wind an Alaron clock to get it to run for more than a day and to get the chime to work. A: If your clock is in good working order you can wind it all the way up until the key stops. If you ... | |
| French Clock Pendulum Bob | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a old French clock which appears to be a very nice clock. It is app. 13" tall & 9" Square ... A: Here at norkro.com we sell a generic French pendulum that should work fine with your clock. You need ... | |
| Glandfather clock pendulum problem | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: Radi, I have a Howard Miller grandfather (mother?), #115 triple chimes, model 4899, weight driven ... A: There are two pieces that the pendulum hangs from: The top piece is the suspension spring. It is ... | |
| Ingram shelf clock, Patent 1877 or 1878 | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: For my husband's 50th birthday, I purchased an Ingram shelf clock. A piece of paper taped inside the ... A: The wheel on the front is your timing adjustor. Turn the wheel toward the f or + to make it run ... | |
| Benchmark Clock - Limited Edition - Missing Key | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: I am missing the key for a Benchmark clock Limited Edition called The Regency. The clock was given ... A: I don't have any reference material to tell what size key this clock uses. The only option I can ... | |
| Hermle battery movement in Schatz clock | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: I recently purchased a Schatz Helmsman Ship's clock with a Hermle 577-071 battery operated movement. ... A: Let's try this: There is a large white plastic disc on the hour hand shaft. It is built with three ... | |
| Hermle battery movement in Schatz clock | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: I recently purchased a Schatz Helmsman Ship's clock with a Hermle 577-071 battery operated movement. ... A: I need to see the other side of the movement. If you purchase a new movement you will need to take ... | |
| pendulum for King Arthur grandmother | 12/27/2008 |
| Q: I need to replace the pendulum for this clock (the middle rod that holds the bob was bent and then ... A: You are looking for a Hermle pendulum. The 94cm is the pendulum drop. This means that the distance ... | |
| Trend wall clock - seeking info | 12/27/2008 |
| Q: I have a wall clock by Trend, made in Germany. It is in the shape of a nautical wheel. The wheel and ... A: As far as I know, Trend did not make any clock movements, only the cases. They made a lot of ... | |
| Harris & Mallow Clock Works | 12/22/2008 |
| Q: We Have a Harris & Mallow Clock, Spring Driven Wall Clock. The Main Spring broke, 3 ... A: I should be able to offer you a mainspring for your clock. I need to know what spring it is. As you ... | |
| Finding the right movemement | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: Michael- I'm trying to replace the movement on a Howard Miller "Reminisce" clock. The original ... A: You need a mini quartz movement for press on hands. Also, you need one with a recessed mounting. ... | |
| ROYAL 8 DAY CLOCK | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: I HAVE A ROUND CLOCK WITH A SQUARE BOX BACK FOR THE MOVEMENT. IN THE CENTER OF THE FACE IS A 2 1/2" ... A: I can't come up with any solid information on your clock. If you send me some photos I'll try to do ... | |
| Finding the right movemement | 12/20/2008 |
| Q: Michael- I'm trying to replace the movement on a Howard Miller "Reminisce" clock. The original ... A: There are several companies selling quartz movements on the Internet including my company ... | |
| Correcting chime on Grandmother Clock | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: I erred when resetting my Aunt's Grandmother clock. I pushed the hour hand back. We have managed ... A: Different clocks are reset in different ways. Without knowing exactly what movement is in your clock ... | |
| Career questions | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: I was hoping you could offer me some information. I would like to become a clockmaker/watchmaker. I ... A: John, thank you for your question. I have found that making a living in clock repair depends on your ... | |
| La Rose clock movement | 12/18/2008 |
| Q: I built a colonial style tall case clock back in 1980,the plans I used were from a clock designed by ... A: S.La Rose was a distributor of clock parts who went out of business after decades as one of the ... | |
| seth thomas chime | 12/14/2008 |
| Q: I have an old seth thomas grandmother clock that chimed and worked beautifully until we moved it . ... A: Make sure that the heaviest weights is on the right side as you face the clock. The chime is on ... | |
| Mechanical Clocks | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: I would like to find a table clock that does not use batteries. when you open the back of the clock ... A: There are clocks still being made with mechanical movements. Howard Miller is one company that comes ... | |
| shipping a clock | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: I have made a mantle clock and it is not covered with anyting. My question is is there a way to keep ... A: If it is battery operated, I would take the hands off and give the receiver instructions on putting ... | |
| Erhard Jauch movement | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: Good day, The Erhard Jauch movement(100 M I think)in my Emperor series 120 grandfather clock is ... A: You can use the Hermle SS-0060 suspension spring from norkro.com. Here is a link to the item: ... | |
| anniversary clock | 12/5/2008 |
| Q: I have a elgin quartz anniversary clock,can you tell what an anniversary clock means about how old ... A: These are also called 400 day clocks because the original wind up models could run for 400 days on a ... | |
| 451-053H Hermle movement rozen | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: I have a Hermle movement 451-053H/85cm that doesn't run free when the escapement is removed. It ... A: It can be difficult to troubleshoot where the gear train is binding. It could be worn out. You can ... | |
| Linden battery wall clock with pendelan | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: I received this clock in 1999 as a gift. It's worked great till about a month ago. It quit working ... A: Ruby, battery operated quartz clocks are not expected to last more than about 12 years. Although you ... | |
| removing hour hand | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: Have a Waltham 31 day chime wall clock that was made in Korea. About 5 yrs old. Clock runs about 3-4 ... A: These hands can be very hard to remove. They are pressed onto the shaft. There are a pair of slots ... | |
| Sligh Mechanism Problem | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: My grandfather clock is about 15 years old, and now it gives us an extra chime for each hour. For ... A: Does your clock strike 13 times at 12:00? If so, this could be an involved repair. If your clock ... | |
| 1920 new haven clock | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: I just got a 1920 new haven mantel clock. Could you please tell me where I could find instructions ... A: some New Haven clocks have an adjustable pendulum. Usually there is a set screw holding the bob to ... | |
| oiling points | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1974 Montgomery Ward Grandfather clock I need the oiling points or do I just oil the gears? ... A: you only want to oil the points where the pivots go through the plates. Pivots are the ends of the ... | |
| 1920 new haven clock | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: I just got a 1920 new haven mantel clock. Could you please tell me where I could find instructions ... A: You wind the two large posts all the way up. Most of these clocks are 8 day so you wind it once a ... | |
| Maitland Smith Grand father clock hourly chime | 11/29/2008 |
| Q: When I set out clock back for day light saving time, it still chimes an hour ahead despite the time ... A: It sounds like you moved the hour hand back one hour rather than moving the minute hand. When you ... | |
| Clock chimes wrong hour. | 11/29/2008 |
| Q: I have a wall clock which chimes the wrong hour. I don't have much information on the clock. It's at ... A: Korean clocks have the hour hand set into the hour tube so that when you move the hour hand you are ... | |
| Hermle 451-053 | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a Hermle 451-053. The clock keeps good time but does not chime at all. The lever on the face ... A: Make sure that the heaviest weight is on the right side of the clock as you face it. The next thing ... | |
| Hermle 340-020 -chime issues | 11/26/2008 |
| Q: I have a Hermle 340-020.It keeps good time. The chime will not work. If I raise the silence bar ... A: Will, these movements are problematic for a number of reasons: Most of them were made with soft ... | |
| Clock repair | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: I have a Howard Miller grandfather movement that was given to me. I would like to get it working. ... A: Keith, Factory Urgos parts are hard to come by but here are your specs: Your pendulum drop is 94cm. ... | |
| Re-chain GF clock | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: I just bought a Ridgeway grandfather clock. I don't know how old it is but the mo # is 138 the ... A: You can run the chains back up into the clock and I'll tell you how. Each chain has a chain gear ... | |
| Cuckoo Clock | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: One of the weights on our Cuckoo Clock is no longer dropping as the clock runs? A: Each of the weights has a running function on a cuckoo clock. If the pendulum is swinging, the ... | |
| Hermle 340-020 -chime issues | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: I have a Hermle 340-020.It keeps good time. The chime will not work. If I raise the silence bar ... A: When you raise and lower the the chime on/off on the front of the movement you are actuating the ... | |
| Seth Thomas Sea Sprite II | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: I have a SEA SPRITE II and the battery powered unit had ceased to function. What quartz movement ... A: I am not familiar with the quartz movement that they put in that clock. There are a few things to ... | |
| Balance of wall clock | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: I have an antique wall clock that keeps time perfectly. During a cross country move, it was in ... A: Jess, thanks for the photo. You may need to remove the hands and face to make the adjustment. The ... | |
| Elgin Westminster Chime --Quartz | 11/16/2008 |
| Q: My brother gave me this clock 20 some years ago. I love the clock and it's chimes, but it does not ... A: Cherub, All you need to do is move the hour hand to whatever hour the clock chimes. If your clock ... | |
| Synching SEIKO time and chimes | 11/14/2008 |
| Q: I have a battery-operated SEIKO Westminster-Whittington Quartz mantle clock. It keeps perfect time ... A: Seiko has produced a huge variety of movements with all kinds of configurations. Some are very ... | |
| cleaning | 11/13/2008 |
| Q: I have a Pearl Grandfather clock. It ran well until the weights were pulled up too high. Now the ... A: WD 40 is not a suitable lubricant for use in clocks for two reasons: (1) It is too thin to stay ... | |
| Kassel 31 day Table/Chiming clock | 11/9/2008 |
| Q: This clock was given to me. It looses about 1 minute per day. I have the key. How do I know how ... A: Spring wind clocks will run faster when they are freshly wound, they will be pretty steady through ... | |
| Black Forest of Germany grandfather clock | 11/6/2008 |
| Q: It just won't work. Following are all bits of information we can find. B122/16 the "dinger" ... A: I understand the your clock is not working but I would need a lot more information if I am going to ... | |
| Running slow | 11/5/2008 |
| Q: I Have a Ridgeway Tempus Fugit. I set the time and with in 24 hours it is about 15 minutes slow. ... A: The timekeeping adjustment for all pendulum clocks is in the pendulum length. The longer the center ... | |
| emperor clock | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: I moved my emperor clock about 6inches the other day and looked like I broke the suspension spring. ... A: Assuming you put the parts back together correctly, your clock needs to be put into beat. Be sure ... | |
| Elgin E48 Westminster Chime Anniversary Clock | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: My cherished clock from 1980, chimes hourly, as it should, but at 50 after the hour instead of at ... A: I'm not familiar with your specific movement. I'm guessing it's battery powered. If so; I have had ... | |
| Hamilton 2112 quartz clock | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: This clock is about 14 yrs. old and has no pendalum or any adjustable parts other than the time set ... A: This should not have caused your chime to stop but moving the hands backwards may have damaged the ... | |
| Clock Balance Spring Parts | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1920's small alarm clock which has an internal lever escapement. For some reason unknown ... A: Balance springs are hard to match up because they vary greatly in thickness, length and diameter. ... | |
| battery Elgin Chime Clock | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: Could you tell me the function of each battery on an Elgin Chime clock does? There is a C batter on ... A: I'm not familiar with your specific movement but generally the battery on the clock movement (the ... | |
| clock accessories/repair | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a little clock set into a little wooden cabinet. It is battery operated and the receptacle ... A: It sounds like you want to replace the complete clock movement, not just the battery receptacle. ... | |
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Michael Radi
Top Expert on this page
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.
Past/Present Clients
I perform about 20 clock repairs per week.
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