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About John Newman
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Expertise
Because of the variations of clock values throughout the world, and particularly the lack of data on modern production clocks, I regret that I CANNOT DETERMINE CLOCK VALUES. ALSO, WATCHES ARE NOT MY FIELD. However, I can advise the clock owner on proper maintenance of a clock to keep it running, small corrections and adjustments and how to move a clock without damaging it. I can also advise on obtaining parts for clocks. It helps if you can send any information on the clock movement which is usually found on the back plate of the movement. I have been involved in building, repairing and restoring clocks for about 30 years and was plant engineer in the mid 90's and later operations and engineering consultant at Emperor Clock Company in Fairhope, Alabama. I now have my own clock shop.

Experience
One of my greatest accomplishments was traveling to China to assist a clock factory in building clocks to the standards which we required. With the proper specifications and quality control, some beautiful clock cases were built. The factory people from the wood carvers to the plant manager were very congenial, friendly and I left a lot of wonderful friends when I returned from my trips.

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Questions Answered By Expert John Newman
In Category Clocks, Watches

Subject	Date Asked

Urgos Bell Chime Movement	11/20/2009
Q: John, I purchased this movement back in 1976. It employs a floating balance wheel that through my ... A: Gerry, I think the floating balance is the standard one that was used on most clocks of that nature. ...
two grandfather clocks	11/20/2009
Q: I have my mother's Herschede grandfather (grandmother?) clock that she bought in 1972. It worked ... A: Ron, I just send you an answer, but I received a note from Allexperts that said it did not send. ...
Viking grandfather series 111	11/19/2009
Q: I broke one of the hooks an one of the weights,can you tell me where I can obtain one? Thank you. A: Roscoe, as these hooks vary in style and thread size, you have to have a sample to match. I do this ...
Viking Alabama clock kit (movement 133 triple weights)	11/19/2009
Q: Clock has been running well for over 10 years, last week the chimes quit working, clock runs fine. I ... A: John, if the clock has not been serviced in the last 7 to 10 years, the lubricants have probably ...
Viking series 111 grandfather clock	11/10/2009
Q: I was given a grandfather clock years ago by my brother who purchased it through the Easton Press in ... A: Peggy, the script word was probably Hermle. First, check the weights. The weights should weigh, ...
Preparing for shipping	11/10/2009
Q: I have a King Arthur grandfather clock originally purchased in the early eighties, I have moved it ... A: Ray, you do have an Urgos movement. I would have to see the screw to identify it. I don't know of ...
CJ Hug Clock	11/10/2009
Q: I just read your response concerning CJ Hug's mantel clock. I just purchased a clock that looks ... A: Dave, there is something wrong with the photo transfer on the Allexperts Website or with the format ...
Pearl GFC 1161-850A	11/9/2009
Q: Mr. Newman, I just bought a Pearl Grandfather Clock #1161-850A, 10/86. One of the weight wires ... A: Michael, I do have copies of the manuals on the 1161 movements. By the brass keeper I imagine you ...
clock replacment	11/9/2009
Q: This is an old emperor grandmother clock. Numbers on left back are 771173 and on the right are ... A: Tony, the photos would not come through. I will attach aphoto of a Jauch "77" in the Emperor 120 ...
grandfather clock	11/8/2009
Q: john i really need your help i was given a 79 franz Hermle(piper)grandfather clock on the back ... A: Gloria, your movement is probably a 351-050H, spring powered movement and is not used as much as the ...
hands don't move	11/7/2009
Q: John, I have a Howard Miller wall clock with a Quartz movement 2215 4/4 Westminster and 4/4 Ave ... A: John, I'm pretty sure the 2215 is a Hermle movement used by Howard Miller. I would not say that the ...
worn chime lift lever	11/7/2009
Q: I have a Ridgeway grandmother clock with a 451-053H movement. The chiming became lower in sound ... A: Steve, the grooves can be filled, but the effort to fill them with a metal such as brazing would ...
My grandma's Linden clock	11/7/2009
Q: My grandmother left me a Linden Black forest 8-day chime clock that went on top of her mantle. It ... A: Maureen. The 341-020 movement was manufactured by Hermle. If you look on the back of the movement ...
'Ridgeway' grandfather clock	11/6/2009
Q: We have a 'Ridgeway' grandfather clock that was purchased twenty years ago. The clock functions ... A: Peter, I tried duplicating what you described and could not get it to chime on the next quarter. Of ...
'Ridgeway' grandfather clock	11/6/2009
Q: We have a 'Ridgeway' grandfather clock that was purchased twenty years ago. The clock functions ... A: Peter, what is probably happening is that the just before the hour or quarter the chime mechanism ...
Tempus Fugit 31 Day Grandfather/mother	11/4/2009
Q: My friend's mom recently passed away leaving the house and everything within it to her daughter. ... A: Misty, You have an Asian 31-day clock with decorative weights. I am confident it is a "safe-back" ...
chiming on Welby shelf clock	11/3/2009
Q: I have recently gotten back in my possession a Welby shelf clock which is about 30 years old. It's a ... A: Cathy, the only thing you have to do is to wait until the clock chimes at the hour and then strikes. ...
70's Jauch movement & pendulum	11/2/2009
Q: I have a 30 year old Emperor Grandfather clock. I would like to replace the original pendulum ... A: Mary, you have given me some very good figures from which to determine what you need, The easy part ...
linden westminsterI	11/2/2009
Q: I have a linden westminster chime clock that has a set button on back and two hour and two minute ... A: Harold, I'm sorry but I just don't have specific instructions for the batery-powered clocks. There ...
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: Joao, My references show the clock being manufactured circa 1980. And by the looks of your photo, I ...
missing pendulum	10/31/2009
Q: John, I have a FHS mantle clock that is missing the pendulum. The movement is:151-080, the wound up ... A: Phyliss, I need one more bit of information. There should be a number under the 151-080, for ...
Howard Miller Floor Clock Model 610-238	10/30/2009
Q: I am seeking information (Model Name, Original Price, Approximate age, etc.) and a door key for a ... A: Michael, I do not have information on the 610-238. My catalogs go back to the early 1990's. If ...
grandfather clock oiling diagram	10/28/2009
Q: I saw your previous answer on a diagram for oiling a grandfather clock. Is it possible to get a ... A: Jim, email me at the address below and I'll send you a labeled photo. It will be for a grandmother ...
Kern Key Torsion	10/28/2009
Q: We just got a Kern Torsion clock, engraved on the bottom is 235/282 and a Mark PJT, and it has a key ... A: David, you raised an interesting question (to me!). I had never run across a Kern. And we seldom ...
elgin clock	10/27/2009
Q: I just bought a folding clock. its the kind that comes in a black case then you open the whole thing ... A: Jackie, thousands of these types of unusual clocks and I just don't have any information on them. I ...
Howard Miller clock	10/27/2009
Q: My wife got a Howard Miller Mantle clock 340-020 # 76 made in west Germany from her grandmother. I ... A: Rick, you have a clock with a movement made by Hermle which has a floating floating balance ...
Hammer Pads	10/25/2009
Q: I need to replace the hammer pads on my Emperor grandfather clock. The movement is 451-050H. Do you ... A: Jack, have you lost the ones in your clock? They do become loose occasionally and I use some type ...
Molyneux Grandfather Clock	10/25/2009
Q: I have a 1981 Molyneux Grandfather Clock....from Colonial of Zeeland, Michigan....a Division of ... A: Mr. Moffa, I have very little history of the Colonial Clock Company, particularly as being a ...
Mason & Sullivan Bob Weight	10/24/2009
Q: Good Morning John, I have the privilege of resetting the time on a clock made in 1974 by my ... A: Max, the pendulum disc is what we call the bob. I am not familiar with the ornamental weight ...
tempus fugit grandfather clock manual	10/23/2009
Q: how can i get a operations manual for this clock A: John, "Tempus Fugit" is Latin for "Time Flies" and us usually found on a globe part of the arch dial ...
Hermle 451-050h	10/23/2009
Q: 83 Hermle black Forest Clocks 451-050H 94cm/66 My wife inherited a clock her grandfather built and ... A: Chris, I don't always request a photo but most of the time that I do is for a few reasons. One is ...
Westminister chime clock	10/21/2009
Q: I bought Westminster chime clock, really good condition, can you send me more details about that, ... A: Lea, there have been hundreds of thousands of different Westminster clocks made. There are mantel, ...
Ridgeway mantel clock	10/21/2009
Q: While traveling I found a Ridgeway mantel clock in an antique mall. The case is black - either ... A: J, if you can send a couple of photos, one of the front and one of the back of the movement, to my ...
Clock stops	10/20/2009
Q: Just purchased Jerome & Co.Newhaven Con. 30 hour Clock ,without Pendulum I have made one using nuts. ... A: Donald, the first thing I would do would be to check to see if the clock is in beat which means and ...
Emperor Model 501M, 9 Tubular, Triple chime	10/20/2009
Q: I seen this response to a question about the 501 movement "Jack, I do not have production figures, ... A: John, I will have to check on what movements I have and get back with you. I am rather sure I have ...
Centurion clock	10/20/2009
Q: I have a friend who is going to bring me a Centurion 35 day chime clock. Model #694, made in Korea, ... A: Of the Asian clocks of that era, I would say that the 2-plate Korean movement you show was one of ...
westminster chime out of sequence	10/19/2009
Q: My clock chimes on the quarter hour. The first chime goes 3-2-1-5, instead of 3-1-2-5. It does not ... A: On the notes, that's okay, Carol. I'm not a music major and I count the notes in sequence. I'm ...
westminster chime out of sequence	10/19/2009
Q: My clock chimes on the quarter hour. The first chime goes 3-2-1-5, instead of 3-1-2-5. It does not ... A: Carol, there are a couple of different chime setups between manufacturers. For the Hermles with ...
instructions	10/19/2009
Q: I have recently aquired a fenclock and wondered if its possible to find instructions on care and ... A: Jo, I am sorry for the delay, but I did not receive your email. Please check the spelling of the ...
grandfather clock	10/18/2009
Q: I have my father's grandfather clock that he made from a kit in 1977, I cannot see a brand name but ... A: Elaine, the chimes are self correcting if the minute hand is in the proper position. But I think ...
instructions	10/18/2009
Q: I have recently aquired a fenclock and wondered if its possible to find instructions on care and ... A: Jo, the information I need was not included in the above information. Under the "Made in Germany" ...
Centurion clock	10/17/2009
Q: I have a friend who is going to bring me a Centurion 35 day chime clock. Model #694, made in Korea, ... A: Larry, there is very little available information on referencing the Asian clocks as far as model ...
Kassel 31 Day Wall Clock	10/16/2009
Q: Our elderly neighbors gave us a Kassel Wall Clock that stopped working thinking that I may be able ... A: Rich, this is an Asian clock and the exact mechanical replacement movements are difficult to find, ...
enjoying our Bentima mantle clock	10/15/2009
Q: We have inherited a Bentima mantle clock from my husband's grandparents. It has an 8-day mechanism, ... A: Sian, your clock movement was manufactured by Hermle and as you say, is a triple-chime spring wound ...
Escape mechanism	10/15/2009
Q: I recently purchased a Sessions regulator, advertised as a no. 1. It is 39 inches tall and 12 inches ... A: James, I do understand the question. The wire you describe is the crutch and it does not have ...
Seth Thomas Quartz movement Bim-Bam	10/14/2009
Q: I have a Seth Thomas Quartz movement Bim-Bam chime clock Model Georgetown the no. is A2206-0011, ... A: Jack, as there is little information available on the model numbers of battery powered/quartz ...
mantle clock	10/13/2009
Q: I have a old mantle clock that has a mother of pearl face. It says on back clock movment by ... A: John, in the clock restoration business, the way we determine this is to give an estimate for the ...
Uhrenfabrik Tempus Fugit	10/12/2009
Q: I have a grandfather clock that I bought for my parents approximately 30 years ago. My parents have ... A: Al, the movement you have looks like a Jauch, the one we call the "77". I believe the 'Urenfabrik' ...
Waltham 31 day chime cock	10/12/2009
Q: I cannot find instructions on how to attach the pendlum in the back of the drive mechanism. Any ... A: Richi, there were various ways of hanging the pendulums on the Asian 31 day clocks. Did you just ...
Barwick model #4992	10/11/2009
Q: My wife recently acquired a Barwick model #4992 that runs eratically.We wind it about every 3 days, ... A: Steve, your clock movement was manufactured by Hermle in 1974 and they supplied quite a few to ...
Barwick model #4992	10/11/2009
Q: My wife recently acquired a Barwick model #4992 that runs eratically.We wind it about every 3 days, ... A: Steve, I think that the Barwicks were a line of clocks made by Howard Miller. I do not have any ...
grandfather clock	10/10/2009
Q: I recently was given a Trend clock. You recently answered a question about this company for someone ... A: Beth, I do not have cross-reference information for Trend clocks and movements. Trend, was bought ...
Suddenly Stop & No TickTock	10/10/2009
Q: First, thank you for your last kind answer regarding my question. However I have another new ... A: Vincent. I always have to say this to clock owners because it does happen every now and then. Make ...
Sligh GF clock	10/10/2009
Q: We moved our clock then set it up again. It works fine but will not run for 8 days. We get 6.5 days ... A: Doug, there are a few reasons a clock will stop after a certain number of days. I don't know the ...
Ridgeway Grandfather Clock	10/9/2009
Q: I inherited a 1970's Ridgeway grandfather clock from my mother. The time piece is West German. I ... A: Kate, I would need the model of the movement itself as the number #163 TW is the Ridgeway number ...
Ridgeway Grandfather Clock	10/9/2009
Q: I inherited a 1970's Ridgeway grandfather clock from my mother. The time piece is West German. I ... A: Kate, it really helps to know the movement model number. If the clock case has upper side doors you ...
Is It Okay To Wind Up Movement Hole Only	10/9/2009
Q: I have a "RA" wall clock with half chimes so it has 2 winding hole.I want to shut off the chime only ... A: Vincent, it is perfectly okay to wind only the running mainspring. When the strike mainspring winds ...
clock works	10/8/2009
Q: I have the same BEACON clock works that was referred to on the posted question. My question is where ... A: Thayer, it is rather difficult to find an exact replacement movement for your clock, and you might ...
instructions	10/8/2009
Q: I have recently aquired a fenclock and wondered if its possible to find instructions on care and ... A: Jo, the information I would need to determine the instructions would be the information found on the ...
re f mauthe clocks	10/7/2009
Q: could you please help me id the clock in the picture it is a mauthe clock with 472c1 w415 on the ... A: Sarah, I have never seen the exact model of this clock. You can Google Mauthe Clock Company and ...
Strike weight not moving	10/7/2009
Q: We just purchased a used Emperor Grandfather clock Model# 101. The previous owner explained to me ... A: TO ALIGN THE MINUTE HAND WITH THE CHIME OR STRIKE POSITION: If the clock has a pendulum, stop it ...
Kuempel grandfather Clock	10/7/2009
Q: I have a Kuempel grandfather clock purchased in 1997, over the past few months it has not been ... A: Ken, I will attempt to send you a labeled photo of the mechanism referred to above. If you do not ...
Strike weight not moving	10/6/2009
Q: We just purchased a used Emperor Grandfather clock Model# 101. The previous owner explained to me ... A: Don, if everything is operating correctly, the strike should correct within one hour and the chimes ...
HERMLE MOVEMENT (451-050H) WEIGHTS	10/6/2009
Q: I recently purchased at grandfather clock kit that came with a Hermle Movement # 451-o5o H..The ... A: No, Rick, I deserved the ratings because I did not read the question enough to answer it. It was a ...
Strike weight not moving	10/5/2009
Q: We just purchased a used Emperor Grandfather clock Model# 101. The previous owner explained to me ... A: Don. I don't think the dog breaking the glass had anything to do with it. As far as winding, the ...
please help	10/5/2009
Q: i have a emperor kit clock that was made by black forest for emperor i believe. i think it is from ... A: Rick, as explained in my Allexperts personal profile, I am not a certified appraiser and therefore, ...
Verichron Chime Pendullum Wall Clock	10/5/2009
Q: I grew up with this clock and it has stopped working. I do not know if the movement can be repaired ... A: Kim, very few battery powered clock movements are economically restorable, as there are virtually no ...
Franz Hermle Grandfather Clock	10/3/2009
Q: I just bought a grandfather clock from a coworker. The back says 78 FRANZ HERMLE NU (C) JEWELS ... A: Cynthia, I cannot see the pendulum hanging configuration in your photo, as the chime rods are ...
HERMLE MOVEMENT (451-050H) WEIGHTS	10/3/2009
Q: I recently purchased at grandfather clock kit that came with a Hermle Movement # 451-o5o H..The ... A: I don't know whether you purchased the "kit" as a conversion replacement for a different movement or ...
mylong hand on my howard miller clock fell off	10/3/2009
Q: Can I put the long hand back on with the little screw thing and have it work correctly if given the ... A: Lauren, to synchronize the hands for the correct operation, follow these steps: The minute hand ...
howard miller chains	10/2/2009
Q: all my chains are off. Where do I start? Please HELP! Thank you mab ANSWER: Marie, reinstalling ... A: Marie, Generally, as you face the clock, the chains with the two eyelets are on the left and center. ...
Emperor Grandfather Clock	10/1/2009
Q: I have read articles you have written about Emperor Grandfather clocks and I need some help. I have ... A: Richard, you gave me a very good description of the problem and the information I needed, along with ...
unique "retro" Seiko quartz wall clock	10/1/2009
Q: today I found a Seiko quartz wall clock (made in Japan) at a local thrift store. I thought it to be ... A: Robert, I do not have these instructions. Part numbers for identification are rarely available. I ...
suspension spring and pendulum	9/30/2009
Q: why does my clock quit ticking when i put my pendulum on? also need to order parts for viking ... A: Linda, I can relate the first part of a question to an automobile starting and idling, but when it ...
Pendulum Replacement	9/30/2009
Q: I have a "New England Clock Company" Wall Clock. I think it was bought in the early fifties. It is a ... A: Janet, the replacement pendulums are available. I would need to know the information found on the ...
dating clock	9/29/2009
Q: I have a friend who just inherited this clock (see photos). The oval label on the inside of the ... A: Matthew, I cannot date the clock for you from the information you have provided. Sometmes the ...
Clock Mfr	9/29/2009
Q: Wife and I have early 1900s furniture. Stickley & some empire. We want to search for best quality ... A: William, I am definitely not an expert on antiques and period furniture, but in the consideration of ...
Mason & Sullivan R77 Long Drop Regulator	9/28/2009
Q: In 1978 I bought four Mason & Sullivan R77 Long Drop Regulator lumber and moldings kits. I completed ... A: Charlie, the first clock I ever built was an M %26 S short drop Schoolhouse (1967). I still have ...
Junghans tambour mantle clock with Westminster Chime	9/28/2009
Q: "Sorry for sending the question again. I am now attaching photographs also. I have a Junghans ... A: Nikhilesh, I have worked on a few of the Junghans clocks like you show, but still would not have the ...
spare parts for junghans mantel clock	9/28/2009
Q: I have a Junghans Tambour Mantle Clock which I recently discovered in my fathers house. It is not ... A: Nikhilesh, it is rather difficult to determine if a failing clock just needs cleaning and oiling. ...
winding a mantle clock	9/27/2009
Q: I just had a Urgos Mantle Clock repaired that my father had built many years ago. It is working ... A: Fran, the winding directions of clocks varies between manufacturers and models. I would try gently ...
Emperor Clock	9/26/2009
Q: I have an emperor model 300m that my father built. It runs well except for the hour striker. It ... A: Debbie, if the clock hasn't been serviced in the last 7 to 10 years, it could be that you have some ...
Viking Grandfather Clock	9/26/2009
Q: I have inherited a Viking Clock my grandfather built from a kit many years ago. I have had it ... A: Mark, I don't know the details of the preparation for moving it. Were the weighs and pendulum ...
stops ticking just before it strikes	9/26/2009
Q: I have a older clock that has a Westminster chime mechanism. It is a German made Linder Mantel ... A: Scott, you are on the right track as far as the concern for power. We could say that a clock's ...
clock identification	9/25/2009
Q: I have an old Ansonia that i recently received from my parents estate it has a worn label that staes ... A: I have some information from Tran Duy Ly's book, a 1901 print of an Ansonia catalog which lists a ...
dmburbank@una.edu	9/25/2009
Q: I bought a clock from an auction yesterday. Apparently, a expert looked at it and said it was a ... A: Dana, as the movements are not manufactured any more, it would not be "replaceable". But it ...
"Library" clock - Waltham	9/25/2009
Q: I bought a clock from an auction yesterday. Apparently, a expert looked at it and said it was a ... A: Dana, a "library" clock is a general term for a small table clock that would probably be used in a ...
Verichron Quartz	9/24/2009
Q: Mr. Newman, A library customer gave the library a verichron quartz, Westminster chime, regulator ... A: Susan, some units have an on/off switch on the back, but if so, it is probably for stopping the ...
howard miller chains	9/24/2009
Q: all my chains are off. Where do I start? Please HELP! Thank you mab A: Marie, reinstalling chains depends on the manufacturer and model of the movement and the clock. I ...
cleaning	9/23/2009
Q: i have 2 ansonia clocks. need to adjust speed of clocks. one model is a triumgh model,moving ... A: I am reluctant to give information on processes or chemicals for cleaning parts of clocks because of ...
Pedulum attachment	9/23/2009
Q: I hope you can help me. I bought the works of a Grandfather Clock, hoping to put it in my ... A: Stephen, If you will send me a little more information at my shop email address below, I will send ...
Ansonia westminster chime	9/22/2009
Q: can you tell me a little bit about the clock and value please regards Sean A: Sean, as the Ansonia company made many clocks, just identifying a year and type of chime could mean ...
emperor clock west germany	9/22/2009
Q: I have an emperor clock that my husband made from a kit that we sent away for probably 30 or more ... A: Anna, by coincidence, right now I am working on an exact movement that I received from someone in ...
HOWARD MILLER STOPPING	9/22/2009
Q: ON THAT NOTE, I HAVE A HOWARD MILLER GRANDFATHER MODEL #610-572 AND HAVE HAD IT FOR ABOUT 4 YEARS ... A: Okay, Jason. I guess that's about all we can do. One thing and that is most clocks seem to run ...
adjustment for ansonia clocks	9/21/2009
Q: i have 2 ansonia clocks. need to adjust speed of clocks. one model is a triumgh model,moving ... A: George, when you "tighten" the rating nut on the pendulum bob it shortens the pendulum causing it to ...
Hermle Black Forest Grandfather Clock	9/21/2009
Q: we were lucky enough to have just purchased a used hermle black Many thanks. ANSWER: Brenda, try ... A: Brenda, by your description I am not sure what is going on. First, I might need the model of the ...
Welby bob adjusting wall clock	9/20/2009
Q: I have the battery bob acjustment wall clock. Is it possible to get a quartz movement for this ... A: Art, yes it is. There are quite a few time and pendulum movements and a few different models of ...
adjusting pendulum	9/19/2009
Q: I just had new mechanisms put in my grandfather clock about a year ago. It runs about 15 minutes ... A: Dennis, to determine what the problem might be, I need to know the error ratio. If is 15 minutes ...
HOWARD MILLER STOPPING	9/18/2009
Q: ON THAT NOTE, I HAVE A HOWARD MILLER GRANDFATHER MODEL #610-572 AND HAVE HAD IT FOR ABOUT 4 YEARS ... A: Jason, I might have the answer. First, when I suggested moving the hour hand, moving both would not ...
HOWARD MILLER STOPPING	9/18/2009
Q: ON THAT NOTE, I HAVE A HOWARD MILLER GRANDFATHER MODEL #610-572 AND HAVE HAD IT FOR ABOUT 4 YEARS ... A: Jason, with all the information you have given me, I don't see any pattern to a problem. When you ...
9 tube GF clock	9/18/2009
Q: I found a set of tubes for sale on ebay for a 5 tube clock, and got the lengths, 57 9/16, 54 1/4, ... A: Dean, determining chime rod and tube lengths is said to be relatively simple, but I haven't found a ...
emporor clock repair	9/17/2009
Q: i recently bought a clock replacement for a model 100m emporor clock. i installed it and it is ... A: Kathy, usually when someone buys a new clock movement and it has problems, I am hesitant to give too ...
Chime out of sync	9/17/2009
Q: I have Emperor Grandfather clock assembled from kit in 1981. I am unable to locate the manual ... A: John, disregarding the position of the hands, turn the minute hand and let the chime play through ...
Erhard Jauch grandfather clock	9/16/2009
Q: I have a @50 year old Erhard Jauch clock. is there anywhere i can find a diagram or pictures of the ... A: Vicki, I can't really suggest any ready reference material for solving your clock problems unless ...
1978 Hermle movement 451-050 94cm	9/15/2009
Q: Newman Although the movement is old it has not run much over the years. I can get the middle (time ... A: Paul, make sure you are pulling in the correct direction on the chains. This is very unusual, but ...
Alaron C-34 Winding Key	9/14/2009
Q: My father bought this clock from a neighbor during a moving sale. The neighbor said it worked the ... A: Christina, there are quite a few sizes of clock keys and it is important the correct size be used, ...
Clock	9/14/2009
Q: I too am like Melinda, I bought my Aunts clock from her Estate sale and would like the any info ... A: Karen, any of the 30, 31 or 32 day clocks are made in Asia and there is very little available ...
Audubon Bird Clock	9/13/2009
Q: Which wire do I cut to disable the light sensor on an Audubon Bird Clock? I ask because it sings ... A: Lil, I am not familiar with the actual circuits of these clocks. Very little information is made ...
jaunch 77	9/13/2009
Q: I bought a grandfather clock at a public sale. What does each weight require in pounds. Weight ... A: Buddy, the weight requirements for a Jauch 77 (with the 5.5" plates) are 4.4# or some were supplied ...
Jauch GF Clock	9/13/2009
Q: and thank you for your service. I recently bought a GF clock without any weights. On the back of the ... A: Dale, the PL 107 is the designation for the gearing of the movement for a 107 cm (theoretical) ...
Emperor 120 has pendulum hitting sides	9/12/2009
Q: I recently completed building an emperor model 120 with a 100M movement that was bought back in 1975 ... A: Steve, I did not think of the possibility of the suspension spring has been changed out for a ...
battery question	9/12/2009
Q: I just bought a 6 in. free-standing Delft blue clock with a battery-powered Hechinger time piece ... A: Clark, I have no documentation on this clock or most of the battery-powered clocks. Can you send a ...
Emperor 120 has pendulum hitting sides	9/11/2009
Q: I recently completed building an emperor model 120 with a 100M movement that was bought back in 1975 ... A: Steve, congratulations on completing the clock! The 120 was the most popular clock manufactured by ...
my wall clock	9/11/2009
Q: My mom gave me this wall clock, and told me it belonged to my grandmother. I cleaned it up, and ... A: Christopher, I checked some of my references and could not find anything on the Nam Young company. ...
New England Clock runs fast	9/11/2009
Q: I just brought home a New England wall/mantle clock from and antique store. It runs but Way fast. I ... A: Lana, photo is fine. The movement looks to be a very old one, for which I don't have any listing. ...
W. Haid Mantle Clock	9/10/2009
Q: I just acquired a clock and would like to know how to wind it, maintenance, moving and general care ... A: JoDeen, I believe the W. Haid Clock Company was located in Pfulligen, Germany, but don't know the ...
Howard Miller Wall Clock Intermittently Not Chiming	9/9/2009
Q: I have just purchased a second hand Howard Miller wall clock. It has an 8 day key wound movement ... A: Scott, it is very difficult to diagnose an intermittent problem without seeing it. My best guess is ...
Gilbert Hawk Kitchen Clock	9/9/2009
Q: Do you know where I could find all the internal parts for my clock? I've looked on Ebay but not ... A: Kelly, I have looked in some of my resources and have not found the model "Hawk" yet. From your ...
Urgos 9 tube clock	9/9/2009
Q: I'm putting together a GF clock from parts. I bought a set(14) of brass tubes from a musical ... A: Dean, first, movements of the same type tend to wear in the same places, which means that a worn ...
House Check	9/8/2009
Q: Have a 1974 300M Movement in a kit I built. Has been oiled yearly. Recently the hour chime only ... A: Ron, as you have probably deducted, the hour strike is set by the rack tail falling down on the ...
Ingraham clock part needed	9/8/2009
Q: Good morning John, I own a mantel type Ingaham clock Duplex 7 inch. It will work for a while then ... A: Pierre, I'm sorry that you have had such a problem in being charged for work that hasn't resolved ...
Hands not in synch with chimes	9/8/2009
Q: I just purchased a second hand Howard Miller clock from the Goodwill. It is the Medford model. The ... A: Susan, I cannot recall ever having run into this problem before. Are you saying that when you turn ...
Mauthe Mantle 500W Movement	9/7/2009
Q: This clock has been gaining about 1 1/2 hours every five hours. It has a floating balance Which ... A: Richard, of course Mauthe is out of business but some parts on these movements were standard and ...
Urgos 9 tube clock	9/6/2009
Q: I'm putting together a GF clock from parts. I bought a set(14) of brass tubes from a musical ... A: Dean, I have a spreadsheet for determining the tube lengths, but cannot find it now. There has been ...
sligh clock	9/5/2009
Q: I have a sligh grandfather clock model 0804-1-BD I know nothing about it it was given to me would ... A: Scott, I'm sorry but very little information is available on modern production clocks as ...
New England Clock runs fast	9/5/2009
Q: I just brought home a New England wall/mantle clock from and antique store. It runs but Way fast. I ... A: Lana, I have a listing referencing a UW 32/4, but not a UW 22/4. Will you check that. I can also ...
clock chimes	9/4/2009
Q: I have 3 grandfather clocks with Viking 111/133 movements. I have the movement manual. The chimes ... A: George, if your clock has not been serviced in the last 7 to 10 years, the oils have probably become ...
Sligh Clock Replacement Part	9/4/2009
Q: I own a Sligh Grandfather clock and a screw that holds a wheel the weight hangs on has come up ... A: Nickie, I believe you are talking about screw on the weight pulley. The manufacturers do not ...
replacement movement for 31 day clock	9/2/2009
Q: A Linden 31 day wall clock wore a pivot hole so badly it allowed the click of the timespring to ... A: Jo, these Asian 31-day clocks have very powerful mainsprings and when they let go they can do some ...
broken chime rods and lost weights	9/2/2009
Q: I made a grandfather clock from an Emperor kit 20 years ago for my son. The clock was moved to ... A: Duane, the chime rods can be replaced. but it might be prudent to obtain a complete chime rod ...
Cat. No. 0792, Made in Germany	9/1/2009
Q: A few month ago someone asked you about the battery for this clock which I have one with same Model ... A: Wallace, I cannot remember the question I had answered concerning the clock similar to yours and I ...
Moving a clock	8/31/2009
Q: What is the safest way to move a Linden 30 day wind up clock? A: Carol, the name Linden usually indicates an Asian 30 or 31 day wall clock. I believe there might be ...
origin of clock	8/30/2009
Q: i have a mantel clock with the word schwebegang on the face and f h s stamped on the inside ... A: Ron, I do not have any specific information on the origin of your clock. The FHS indicates the ...
Seth Thomas Beehive Clock	8/30/2009
Q: Newman, My Seth Thomas Beehive Clock has a broken pinion, on a pinion gear. The movement is a 113A, ... A: Jim, not presently having that particular movement in my shop, I am not sure that I can match the ...
seth thomas mantel clock	8/29/2009
Q: I just bought a Seth Thomas mantel clock at an auction and was just wanted to figure out how old it ... A: Crystal, there were many Seth Thomas/General Time clocks made after they merged in 1931. I have one ...
Need Pendulum & Key	8/28/2009
Q: I just acquired a Waltham 31-day wall clock. It was made in Korea. It is missing the pendulum & key. ... A: Pat, I will inquire to see if there are any of our members of the Internet Clocksmiths Group near ...
451-050 H, 94cm/66 hermle	8/27/2009
Q: recently when winding up the clock, the pendulum somehow got stuck on the weight, which pulled it up ... A: Jack, was the suspension spring damaged? Do you know what that is? Also there were possibly 3 ...
Forestville Clock	8/27/2009
Q: I have a Forestville clock that my grandmother has given me, she says it needs fixing but I wound it ... A: Saab, there is an extended history of the Forestville clocks. I believe it started out as the ...
centurion 35 day wall clock	8/26/2009
Q: My, fiance was given his grandparents 35 day centurion and he cant get it to keep running.The arm ... A: Hope, it could be that the clock is out of beat. If it is in beat it would go ...
Talley - Seth Thomas CAT # 2334-001	8/25/2009
Q: "Hi, I have a Battery Pendulum Strike Movement Clock made by Talley - Seth Thomas CAT # 2334-001 and ... A: Sebin, these clocks have three separate functions, each independent of each other, the time, chime ...
clock part	8/25/2009
Q: I need a suspension spring for a Viking Clock that was purchased in Fairhope, AL around 1985. It has ... A: John, I was just down in Fairhope and Foley last week. I do not have cross-reference information on ...
Centennial Parlor Clock	8/25/2009
Q: How is the age determined? The number on my clock is G2635 - in excellent condition. Does this ... A: Shirley, from only the name, I would GUESS that your clock is an Asian 31-day clock and could not ...
Trend by Sligh - Part for hook on weight	8/24/2009
Q: My parents have a Grandfather clock that my Grand parents purchased back in 1979, everything works ... A: I have a very limited number of the hooks with the male threaded screws. It might be best to call ...
Trend by Sligh - Part for hook on weight	8/24/2009
Q: My parents have a Grandfather clock that my Grand parents purchased back in 1979, everything works ... A: Dean, there are a few different styles of hooks, and most importantly, different threads. You can ...
Seth Thomas Plymouth 89L movement	8/23/2009
Q: Is there a good book on cleaning and possible repairing these movements. I would like one to show ... A: Larry, there are many books on clock repair. One that I recommend is "Clock Repair Basics" by ...
help with clock	8/23/2009
Q: I moved my moms clock and don't know how to put it back together. We took the weights off and the ... A: Rich, as there were different models of movements used by Herschede, I would need a model number of ...
1972 Emperor clock	8/22/2009
Q: I have just purchased a circa 1972 emperor grandfathers clock. The woman I bought it from said it ... A: Scott, You have an eight-day clock which means that you wind it once a week, or every 7 days. I ...
Grandfather clock chimes problem	8/22/2009
Q: Mr Newman, My 40+ year old grandfather clock chimes (big bong sounds) the hour correctly when the ... A: Matthew, at some time the minute hand nut loosened and it and the minute hand probably came off. It ...
Howard Miller Quartz pendelum wall clock	8/21/2009
Q: John, you recently gave advise on how to get the hr hand on the clock and the number of strikes to ... A: Bobbie, I think I know but am not quite sure what you mean by your explanation. So let's look at it ...
Howard Miller Quartz pendelum wall clock	8/21/2009
Q: John, you recently gave advise on how to get the hr hand on the clock and the number of strikes to ... A: Bobbie, on most clocks if the hour hand is mismatched with the strike consistently with each hour ...
Heinz Stoll Grandmother clock	8/20/2009
Q: I recently purchased a Heinz Stoll Grandmother clock. The only reason i know that is it came with ... A: Robert, I might have the chains or can direct you to a supplier that does have them. I would need ...
Battery chime clock	8/19/2009
Q: I just purchased a Westminster Whittington wall/mantle clock at an estate sale. It is battery ... A: Janice, the hour hand probably was inadvertantly moved when the clock was last set. To correct ...
Daneker grandfather cloock	8/18/2009
Q: My clock has just stopped. It will not tick nor tock. When I remove the pendulum, it runs ONLY when ... A: Jeanne, it sounds like the movement might have worn parts or old lubricant. I'm not sure what you ...
clock cleaning and repair	8/18/2009
Q: we just got a Necor clock with hermle/overocean 340-020 movement dated 1976. the clock works but the ... A: Mike, when a movement needs service after some time, usually the first failure is in the chime train ...
need a manuel for a clock	8/17/2009
Q: I am looking for the manual for the model 1161-858A Diplomat grandfather clock. I would like to ... A: Margie, I do have the manuals for the 1161 movements if you want one. However, would you explain ...
Cuckoo clock won't run	8/17/2009
Q: I've got a German cuckoo clock from the early 70s that's been in storage for around 30 years. The ... A: Angela, that cleared it up perfectly and you did a very good job in diagnosing it. One thing is ...
Cuckoo clock won't run	8/16/2009
Q: I've got a German cuckoo clock from the early 70s that's been in storage for around 30 years. The ... A: Angela, I'm not sure I understand exactly what you are explaining. When you say everything is ...
HAC Clock	8/16/2009
Q: I have just bought a pretty little wooden HAC mantle clock. It has an enamel dial, no glass and has ... A: Lesley, the HAC stands for the Hamburg American Company. If the clock is working upside down I ...
Grandfather clock	8/16/2009
Q: I have just finished making a Grandfather clock and installed the movement , a Hermele chain driven ... A: Allen, the actual keys do vary, meaning they can be played in different keys. I do not have any ...
assembly of grandfather clock pendulum	8/15/2009
Q: we were given emperor clock works and have built a clock.it is time to make and install pendulum but ... A: Bev, if you will send me the information you find on the back plate of the movement, I can tell you ...
Grandfather clock	8/15/2009
Q: I have just finished making a Grandfather clock and installed the movement , a Hermele chain driven ... A: Allen, when installing chime rod assemblies the mounting screws should be very tight. The chime ...
Emperor Clock Repair	8/14/2009
Q: I have a triple-chime, Erhard Jauch movement (110cm) Emperor clock that my husband and two sons ... A: Bette, the movement being that old, it is probable that it is going to need an extensive restoration ...
Grandfather clock	8/13/2009
Q: Evening John. Perhaps you can help me with a question with regards the working of a moon dial on a ... A: Paul. It looks like you have a nice hand crafted clock. Some of the layout lines can be seen. ...
linden wall clock japan	8/13/2009
Q: I was curios of the value of the clock? It's a Linden wall clock out of Japan model number 8053. It ... A: Casey, I'm sorry that I cannot give you any value on your clock. I have explained in my Allexperts ...
Adjusting Franz Hermie Mantel Clock Pendulum	8/12/2009
Q: I have a recent-production Stickley 89-85 Mantel Clock containing a Franz Hermie 141-041 unadjusted ... A: Matt, 5. Your Hermle 141 is a "safe back" clock and the minute hand can safely be turned ...
Adjusting Franz Hermie Mantel Clock Pendulum	8/12/2009
Q: I have a recent-production Stickley 89-85 Mantel Clock containing a Franz Hermie 141-041 unadjusted ... A: Matt, 1. Yes 2. It's okay, however, it's best to hold the pendulum bob firmly with one hand to ...
Howard Miller Grandfather installing weight chain	8/12/2009
Q: I have a Howard miller Curio Display Grandfather clock.My brass Wire chain that drives the chimes ... A: Comer, weight driven clocks use either chains or cables. I think you are talking about a cable. I'm ...
Repair or replacement of broken part	8/11/2009
Q: o0oo0ooooo -> rod to clock rocker mechanism \| <- spring? (broken 2 tiny metal strips - piece in ... A: Alex, I think you are talking about the suspension spring. I will need to know the model number of ...
Adjusting Franz Hermie Mantel Clock Pendulum	8/11/2009
Q: I have a recent-production Stickley 89-85 Mantel Clock containing a Franz Hermie 141-041 unadjusted ... A: Matt, I'm sorry you are having such a difficulty in rating the clock. In answer to your questions: ...
Pearl Grandmother clock	8/11/2009
Q: The clock has three chains two are pulled all the eay to the top and there is no way to release it ... A: Rosemarie, as they say, "There is more than one way to skin a cat". It's been a long time since I ...
clock runs fast	8/10/2009
Q: I have a Seiko mantel clock Westminster Whittington ref # QQf155G. It runs fast. How can I slow it ... A: Nancy, I do not have any cross reference information on this clock. Is it a wind up movement, ...
Feintechnik 661	8/10/2009
Q: I have been passed on the above clock, I know nothing about clocks and am guessing its a grandmother ... A: David, I had sent you an answer and just found it on my pending questions, so evidently there was a ...
Howard Miller model # 610-900 Striking Off	8/9/2009
Q: My Howard Miller model # 610-900 is one hour off when it strikes each hour. For example, it strikes ... A: Gary, turn the minute hand clockwise through the chimes until the hour chime completes it tune and ...
Ridgeway Grandfather Clock	8/9/2009
Q: Newman: My sister has a Ridgeway Traditional Grandfather Clock that needs to be repaired. It is ... A: Mark, I still don't have the information I need. The serial number indicates the clock is about 20 ...
Dissonant Chimes	8/9/2009
Q: I built an Emperor narrow waisted cherry 350-K case clock with a 301-M movement in 1983 when I lived ... A: Brian, it's good that you couoldn't turn the brass screw-in plugs. These secure the rods very ...
Ridgeway Grandfather Clock	8/8/2009
Q: Newman: My sister has a Ridgeway Traditional Grandfather Clock that needs to be repaired. It is ... A: Mark, there is very little cross reference information on model numbers of clocks. For repair, the ...
Hamilton Mantle Clock won't keep time	8/7/2009
Q: I have a Hamilton Mantle clock made in 1979 with 2 jewels, a 340-020 mechanism made in Germany. The ... A: Carrie, the movement in your clock was manufactured by Hermle. First, a clock not running because ...
Emperor Clock	8/5/2009
Q: I built my Emperor Clock from a kit about 35 years ago. It keeps good time and the chimes are ... A: Bernie, I have never encountered this problem! If the chimes are hitting the number of notes ...
Grandmother clock	8/5/2009
Q: I read the numbers incorrectly on the movement case. 84,King Arthur,Fairhope, Ala, 38352, 451 050H ... A: Debie, it does appear that the back hammer is lifted a little. The chime cam is the series of ...
Grandmother clock	8/5/2009
Q: Inherited Grandmother's clock. King Arthur,Fairhope, Ala, 38352,on back of clock. After being moved ... A: Debie, the last two digits of information on the back plate should be 66. This is the number of ...
Grandfather clock movement,	8/4/2009
Q: I believe I am "up the creek" but wanted to ask someone who know a lot about my issue. My ... A: Dave, your clock is probably fixable, but depending on the problem, it might not be economical. The ...
Hermle 1161 oiling diagram	8/4/2009
Q: John, I have a 1988 Ridgeway clock with a Hermle 1161 movement that I'm planning to clean and ... A: Paul, I do not have an oiling diagram for the specific 1161, but I do have a representative labeled ...
Korean 31 day windup clock	8/2/2009
Q: I think all I need to know at this stage is what to use as the proper lube for the clock. It ... A: Tony, I will have to give you a strictly professional answer to this question. Most of the Asian 31 ...
Ridgeway Grandfather chimes 2 too many	8/2/2009
Q: Our Ridgeway floor grandfather clocks works just fine except for the chime number.....each hour it ... A: James, I believe you mean strike. The chimes play the tunes on the quarter hours and the strike ...
Howard Miller Grandfather clock	8/1/2009
Q: What would make my 25 year old Howard Miller grandfather clock just quit working? It is wound ... A: Katherine, there are a few causes for a clock to stop running. The most common would be old ...
Clock Movement	7/31/2009
Q: We have a Viking clock movement #451-050H, 94cm over 66 that doesn't want to keep time. Do you have ... A: Mr. Schiermeister, the 451 movement in your Viking clock was made by Hermle and is a chain/weight ...
reclaimed wall clock	7/31/2009
Q: it is not in working order ,the only ID marks are on the back plate of the clock movement they are ... A: Graham, I am not familiar with that marking. I don't think it has anything to do with the maker ...
Thank you	7/30/2009
Q: John, you helped me with my question back on 7/22. The weight on the left side (facing the clock) ... A: Art, you're welcome. It could be that there was a hang up caused by old lubricant, a worn part or a ...
Harris & Mallow ( 3 key hole ) model 182 121 ??	7/28/2009
Q: Clock was given to me.. I understand the three key holes and what they do from reading. The clock ... A: Ed, does the person that gave you the clock know if the chime was working before? I could be a ...
Replacement clock movement	7/28/2009
Q: I think the movement in my Bulova wall clock has died. It is about 25 years old and a part of our ... A: Wayne, unfortunately, model numbers on these types of clocks are not much help, as there is very ...
Regulator Wall Clock	7/26/2009
Q: What is the number 6 13 on the frame of the mechanical part? I assume it has to do with a ... A: Bob, this can very well be the manufacturing date. Different clock makers had codes on the ...
clock part	7/25/2009
Q: I have a Schmeckenbecher Quartz clock that was a retirement gift. On the face of the clock it says ... A: Dick, as there were so many different manufacturers and configurations of theses movements, it is ...
Diplomat Grandfather Clock - Moon Dial	7/25/2009
Q: Located above the face of our clock is a dial with four pictures on it that can be set to show the ... A: John, there are generally two types of moon dial drive mechanisms, the lever action which advances ...
Chime chain hung up?	7/22/2009
Q: John, We have a Ridgeway Grandfather clock we purchased at an estate sale about 4 years ago. We ... A: Art. First, I am a little confused on the terminology. So let me explain so we can see what is ...
tanspertation of a grandfather clock	7/21/2009
Q: I was willed a gr.clock from my uncle that my grandfather made him. I am in need of knowledge of how ... A: Robert, the weights and pendulum should be removed and packed in padding separately. If the weights ...
kassel 31 day chime wall click	7/20/2009
Q: i haven't had this clock very long but misplaced the instructions. i can't get the chime to match ... A: You didn't say if you got the hands and strike in sequence, but I hope you did. To change the ...
hourly chimes don't match hour	7/20/2009
Q: i just recently bought at an estate auction an Emperor Moonphase Grandmother clock. Works ... A: David, turn the minute hand through the quarters and let each quarter chime. When it gets through ...
Anker wall clock	7/19/2009
Q: John, My grandmother passed away recently, and willed to me an Anker wall clock (photo attached). ... A: Tom, that is a beautiful clock! I am not familiar with the name "Anker". The closest I know of is ...
Adjustment	7/19/2009
Q: John, over the years I've cleaned and adjusted various mantle clock but now have a problem. I ... A: Ian, I cannot quite place the movement even though you have given me a very good description. Is it ...
Antique Grandfather Clock	7/19/2009
Q: Newman, I purchased a grandfather clock in 1987 from a gentleman who had restored it. The label on ... A: Susan, your clock has had a time of it! You have done a good job in diagnosing and checking it ...
Linden Mantle Clock	7/18/2009
Q: I have a 40 year old Linden Mantel Clock that rings Westchester Chimes. It needs to be reset but I ... A: The probable cause of the chimes and strike being out of sync is that at some time the hour hand was ...
Linden Mantle Clock	7/17/2009
Q: I have a 40 year old Linden Mantel Clock that rings Westchester Chimes. It needs to be reset but I ... A: LFrishberg, I would need to know exactly how the chimes are out of sync. Would you please explain? ...
clock keys	7/17/2009
Q: What size clock key would I need for a Junghans B 12 movement? Also the clock stops when I put on ... A: Ralph, clock keys are readily determined for modern production clocks such as Hermle, Kieninger and ...
Grandfather clock running fast	7/16/2009
Q: I have a Seth Thomas Grandfather Clock with movement number A403-031, which I think translates to a ... A: Hey, Steve, welcome to intermittent clock diagnostics! Yes, maybe and no to the above questions. ...
King Arthur	7/15/2009
Q: I was given a King Arthur grandfathers clock by a friend of mine, and I was wondering where in ... A: Bobby, I don't know many local clockmakers that carry a variety of weights. I do have new and ...
Elgin Anniversary Clock	7/8/2009
Q: I have an Elgin anniversary clock. It is labeled S. Haller, Made in Germany, one jewel, unadjusted. ... A: Roger, that is a rather rare crank. However, I think I know of a clockmaker on my Internet ...
Ansonia Mantel Clock Too fast	7/7/2009
Q: I just inherited an Ansonia Mantel Clock (very similair to Chelsea model ... A: Anne, you have a nice clock. As far as the rating (timing) of the clock, it could be that there is ...
Linden Westminster Clock - Programming	7/6/2009
Q: My mother gave me a Linden wall clock that runs on a "D" battery. As stated in a previous question ... A: Dana, I would like to see what my answer was on the previous question. I don't get into too many of ...
electro-mechanical pendulum battery	7/5/2009
Q: I just bought a Howard Miller mantel clock with a Kieninger Obergfell movement and it has a ... A: Phil, there is very little available data on the modern battery-powered clocks, as there were ...
300M Emperor Clock - 1972, Pendell 110cm	7/5/2009
Q: I just recently acquired my grandparents grandfather clock; A 300M Emperor clock circa 1972 ... A: Parrish, first the weights are a little off spec, as the book calls for the left (as you face the ...
clock not chiming	7/5/2009
Q: I have a lawyers clock, It has stopped chiming, When I took it down and check the movement; it ... A: Dennis, I am not familiar with the term "lawyers clock". To best answer your question I would need ...
Linden 31 day clock	7/4/2009
Q: We have inherited a Linden 31 day clock with hanging bars and a left and right winding area on the ... A: Susan, the Asian 31-day clocks used a couple of key sizes. There are a few ways to obtain the ...
Floor Grandfather Clock stops every minute	7/3/2009
Q: I have a 20 year old Howard Miller Grandfather Clock with a 2 year old Hermle movement. Recently the ... A: Billy, your terminology is very good and I understand most of what you are describing. However, I ...
howard miller grandmother clock	7/3/2009
Q: Please advise me on how to restring 2 chains on my 3 chain clock. 1984 Howard Miller Model # ... A: Marcia, on the chain that is high, you can make an extension hook that will possibly get it going. ...
Waterbury Clock	7/3/2009
Q: I bought a Waterbury clock from my grandfathers estate sale and I am looking for information on this ... A: Teri, I have looked on my Internet antique clock identification guide and through my reference books ...
300M Emperor Clock - 1972, Pendell 110cm	7/2/2009
Q: I just recently acquired my grandparents grandfather clock; A 300M Emperor clock circa 1972 ... A: Parrish, if a clock movement is in operating condition but not working I would check the stability ...
Grandfather clock running fast	7/2/2009
Q: I have a Seth Thomas Grandfather Clock with movement number A403-031, which I think translates to a ... A: Steve, check the pendulum hanging arrangement. The pendulum attaches to a brass (sometimes steel) ...
Seth Thomas Grandfather Clock	7/2/2009
Q: I inherited an old Seth Thomas Grandfathers Clock when my dad passed. It appears to have all the ... A: Scott, I'll give you my standard diagnostic check list of a series of levels to consider, modified ...
mantel clock is runing slowhow doiset it	7/1/2009
Q: the clock is a franz hermie moon face mantel no on back plate 340-020 please help .regards ALAN A: Alan, your Hermle 340 probably has the older floating balance escapement with the vertical spiral ...
Wood veneer	7/1/2009
Q: I am trying to find thin wood veneer to repair a couple of clocks I have been repairing. I have ... A: John, how much do you need and what species are you looking for, black walnut, rosewood, etc? You ...
i need an escape wheel	7/1/2009
Q: i need an escape wheel ,franz hermle .west germany 341-020 45cm --102 i need to know how i can get ... A: Juan, you can contact Black Forest Imports (800.824.0900). Their part number is HEW341-45. That is ...
Model 100 M movement	6/30/2009
Q: I have an Emperor grandfather that I purchased at Fairhope in 1974. One weight chain will not catch ... A: Billy, the most popular Emperor clock to use the 100M (manufactured by Jauch which we call the "77") ...
clock repair	6/30/2009
Q: I have a waggon-on wall Hermle clock #70504-000701. It goes but the bell doesn't strike. I think a ... A: Gary, I don't have any cross-references to the Hermle models of that vintage. There are many parts ...
kassel 31 day chime wall click	6/30/2009
Q: i haven't had this clock very long but misplaced the instructions. i can't get the chime to match ... A: Louise, as I said, your clock probably has a keyed hour hand. I have checked the Asian movements in ...
The E. Ingraham co.	6/29/2009
Q: I don´t know if you can help me to identify the date of a Ingraham cathedral electric clock model ... A: Luis, I don't have much historical information on electric clocks. I do know that Ingraham started ...
how to oil or clean	6/28/2009
Q: Can a lay person clean and or oil, a 5 year old Howard Miller Grandfather clock? And where can I get ... A: Jim, I recommend that what I call the "modern production clocks" be serviced every 7 to 10 years. I ...
Floor Grandfather Clock stops every minute	6/28/2009
Q: I have a 20 year old Howard Miller Grandfather Clock with a 2 year old Hermle movement. Recently the ... A: Billy, this is a common problem with clocks in that it is stopping at the same place every time. ...
kassel 31 day chime wall click	6/28/2009
Q: i haven't had this clock very long but misplaced the instructions. i can't get the chime to match ... A: Louise, you have an Asian 31-day clock, which is considered a striking clock. I don't know of any ...
Howard Miller 660-116	6/26/2009
Q: I have been offered to purchase a HM 660-110 grandfather clock which i understand was discontinued ... A: Marcello, if you will read the personal information listed on the Allexperts Website, you will see ...
Clock Chime issue	6/25/2009
Q: I recently inherited a small pendulum wall clock. It seems pretty modern. The clock keeps good time ... A: Deborah, I apologize for the delay in my answer. There was a computer glitch that kept it from ...
Wire insertion tool	6/22/2009
Q: What does the wire insertion tool like? I need to restring the center wheel on my grandfather clock ... A: Joy, email me at my shop email address below and I will send you a photo of the tool you can make ...
Pearle Clock movements	6/22/2009
Q: John: I have owned a Pearle grandfather clock for about 30 years and I only had to replace a ... A: Allan, you have a series of problems here with multiple symptoms. I will try to answer them is ...
Shipping Grandfather Clock	6/22/2009
Q: I have graciously inherited a Viking grandfather clock from my father and need to ship it from New ... A: I have not had anything shipped individually by shipping companies. If the shipping company packs ...
history on oid wall clock	6/20/2009
Q: I have in my possesion an ingram&co.calandar wall clock.it has 2 faces on it -top face time and ... A: David, the E. Ingraham & Company Clock you have should be a nice one. The information I have lists ...
Repir of Grandmother clock	6/20/2009
Q: Newman, I have recently been given a Barwick Grandmother clock that will not keep running,the ... A: Andrew, when you start the pendulum it will swing for a few minutes under its own momentum which ...
Chime doesn't match time	6/19/2009
Q: I have my mother in laws Seth Thomas/Talley Ind mantle clock here. It wasn't running, I have the ... A: Dan, I think your only question is that the strike is not synchronized with the time. If this is ...
300-k Emperor clock kit	6/19/2009
Q: I need to find an assembly/instruction manual for the 300-k Emperor clock kit. I bought two kits ... A: Mark, I do have the instructions. If you will email me at the address below I will give you the ...
Shipping Grandfather Clock	6/18/2009
Q: I have graciously inherited a Viking grandfather clock from my father and need to ship it from New ... A: Susan, you did not say if you were going to transport the clock yourself or have a moving company do ...
S. LaRose	6/17/2009
Q: Newman, I used to order parts and clock movements from a company called S. LaRose. I was wondering ... A: Ronald, S. LaRose did go out of business a few years ago. Some suppliers I now use are Timesavers, ...
How to?	6/17/2009
Q: I have recently been given a napolean hat clock. It has 'westclox' and 'made in scotland' on the ... A: Rachel. You have a nice and unusual clock. I haven't run across many clocks made in Scotland. I ...
looking for age of my clock and history	6/16/2009
Q: i would like as much info as i could get. my clock is franz hermle and sons clock mechanism it says ... A: Kent, as you have stated, FHS stands for Franz Hermle and Sohn (Son, also sons). The company was ...
LeGant 31-day Clock - winding key	6/16/2009
Q: I inherited my beloved mother-in-law's LeGant 31 day clock but the winding key is lost. My Chelsea ... A: Lorna, most of the Asian 31-day clocks used the same size key, but there are exceptions to just ...
handmade green slate clock from west germany	6/16/2009
Q: do you have any information on a green slate hand made clock made in west Germany .It has a white ... A: Lynda, I'm sorry but I don't have any information on the description you gave me. If the clock was ...
smiths mantle clock circa 1950-60	6/7/2009
Q: The clock is running slow. The floating balance wheel has an adjustable inner ring with a pointer ... A: Chris, there are a couple of causes for incorrect rate of these balances. Other than the ...
Clock stops working	6/7/2009
Q: I have a Howard Miller Regular Wall clock - wind with a kep - three winders - it stops after awhile ... A: Kitty, if the clock has not been serviced in the last 7 to 10 years, it could be that it needs fresh ...
floor clock	6/6/2009
Q: I have a clock that was made by Daneker. It was made in fallston,maryland.Would you no where i can ... A: Joe. The movement in your Daneker was probably made by Mauthe of Germany. They are no longer in ...
Will 1161-053 fit case with a 1151-053	6/5/2009
Q: John, I have a partial grandfather clock kit. What I have is the unfinished outside shell of the ... A: Debra, first the 1151 is a triple-chime chain driven grandmother movement. The 1161 is a ...
Pearle Clock movements	6/5/2009
Q: John: I have owned a Pearle grandfather clock for about 30 years and I only had to replace a ... A: Allan, the Hermle 451 requires the following weight positions. As you face the clock, the factory ...
I need to find a part for my clock	6/5/2009
Q: I have a Grandfather clock that was made by Pearl Grandfather Clocks in Memphis Tenn., My question ... A: Tami. I imagine you are talking about the suspension spring, the piece that is a little smaller ...
Pearle Clock movements	6/4/2009
Q: John: I have owned a Pearle grandfather clock for about 30 years and I only had to replace a ... A: Allan, your movement was indeed manufactured by Hermle and the "77" indicates the year it was made, ...
Hermle 340-020A movement time adjustment	6/4/2009
Q: Could you please advise me how to regulate this movement? It sometimes loses about three minutes ... A: There is a screw at the top right of the assembly. You turn it counterclockwise to increase the ...
Waterbury ogee case identification (date)	6/4/2009
Q: I have a Waterbury Ogee clock case. It has the original case sticker inside. I was thinking of ... A: Rick, I don't know if you are a clockmaker or not, but these parts are rather difficult to locate. ...
Hermle 340-020A movement time adjustment	6/3/2009
Q: Could you please advise me how to regulate this movement? It sometimes loses about three minutes ... A: James, this movement came with two different balance wheels, The first was the floating balance ...
set time	6/3/2009
Q: Jon, I have had a Howard Miller grandfather, just had it oiled and cleaned (athome),,,problem is ... A: Rev Wolf, me thinks a couple of things. First, when you lower the rating nut (round adjustment ...
ansonia windsor	6/2/2009
Q: searching for a pair of case feet for an Ansonia Windsor could you tell me if these are still ... A: Guido, original clock case parts or reproductions are rather difficult to find. I have checked with ...
Howard Miller Edmonton Grandfather Clock	6/2/2009
Q: I found some information about my parents' (now mine) grandfather clock on your website in an answer ... A: Robyn, I have not kept records back as far as 2007 on my answers and my old memory doesn't recall my ...
Viking series 111 movement	6/1/2009
Q: My folks have a Viking grandfather clock with a series 111 movement that my Dad built a number of ... A: Rusty. I need the movement model. The information can be found on the back of the movement. If ...
SHIPS WHEEL CLOCK	5/31/2009
Q: I puchased a ship wheel clock many years ago at the Viking clock company in Foley Alabama. I lost ... A: Linda. Sure you can bring it by. If you will email me at my address below, I will discuss the ...
Jahresuhrenfabrik anniversary clock	5/31/2009
Q: John - You helped us get our beloved Vienna Regulator running. Many thanks! Now I need help with a ... A: Meg, I do have the replacement SS (suspension spring}. However, to install one of these, the ...
Howard Miller Chiming Wrong	5/31/2009
Q: We have a Howard Miller Grandfather Clock Model 610-707. we have had it about 8 years. It now ... A: Harvey, I suggest that mechanical clocks should be serviced every 7 to 10 years. The lubricants ...
enquire watch	5/30/2009
Q: sir,I have a watch from my dad,the watch front marked (dorby or dorly?)the back side marked(swiss ... A: Grace, if you will check my Allexperts personal profile you will see that I do not answer questions ...
Diplomat Grandfather Clock	5/29/2009
Q: John! I realized i neglected to tell you the type of clock in my email this week, requesting your ... A: Patty, Diplomat made many different models of clocks, using various movements. However most of the ...
grandfather clock	5/29/2009
Q: The booklet that came with the clock states the movement as 301m but on the movement it's a URGOS ... A: Harold, the 301M would be Emperor's designation for the Urgos UW030. I would imagine you meant that ...
Diplomat Grandfather Clock	5/28/2009
Q: John! You were very helpful the last time i asked how to get my parents clock running. (It is now, ... A: Patty, mechanical clock movements have differently designed functions. The standard ones play a ...
Series 111 movement Grandfather Clock	5/28/2009
Q: I purchased this clock for my parents back in 1988 through American Express. My mother recently ... A: Grant, there are a things to check in getting a clock started, particularly when it has just been ...
Cuckoo clock stops when manual shutoff	5/28/2009
Q: I have a Cuckoo clock that runs fine during the day but when the manual shutoff at night (i.e,)wire ... A: Amos, there is probably an adjustment that would allow for the strike trip mechanism to clear when ...
Hawina Grandfather Clock	5/27/2009
Q: I looked up this on google and found your web page. I also read the question from Barbie and ... A: Theresea, I cannot find the reference to the answer I had for Barbie. I know very little about the ...
regulator movement	5/27/2009
Q: have a railroad regulator made by viking clocks in foley .al. the movement spring is broken. need ... A: John, even though you did not give me the model number of the movement (I do not have information on ...
Seth Thomas Grandfather clock	5/26/2009
Q: I have one of the above it has been in family that i know of at least 40 years it has a small ... A: David, I think there is a typo in your first sentence, "it has a small attached to the clock". If ...
Trend Clock by Sligh	5/26/2009
Q: My Mother who recently died owned the above clock which my Father had given here some time ago. I ... A: Phil, remove the weights and pendulum and pack them individually. If not already done, mark the ...
Trend Clock by Sligh	5/26/2009
Q: My Mother who recently died owned the above clock which my Father had given here some time ago. I ... A: Phil, you did not tell me anything about the clock. Is it a floor clock, wall or mantel? Do the ...
Hamilton Model 340-020 clock	5/25/2009
Q: I bought this clock at a flea market and it doesn't run. It chimes ok. On top of the movement there ... A: Garry, this movement was made by Hermle and they had two types of balance wheels. If, in fact, one ...
Seth Thomas Chime Synchronization	5/24/2009
Q: I have a Seth Thomas mantel clock, movement 113A that chimes perfectly on quarter, half,three ... A: Danny, the movement uses a strike function that has a "rack and snail" mechanism. One of the parts ...
clock	5/24/2009
Q: I have a clock on my mother brand 74 W. Haid tw (12) jewels of twc 121 jewels made in west germany ... A: Daniella, if you will look at my Allexperts personal information, you will see that I do not give ...
Tempus Fugit Westminster (Batter Operated) Quartz Mantel Clock made in Taiwan	5/24/2009
Q: My wife recently purchased a Tempus Mantle clock at a garage sale that was made in Taiwan. She put ... A: D & D, make sure the battery is installed correctly, not backwards. If it still doesn't run, you ...
Colonial Brand Grandmother clock	5/22/2009
Q: What type of wood is this clock made out of it's about 30 years old. A: Dee Dee, manufacturers used different types of woods in the construction of clocks. So, just ...
Battery operated grandfather clock	5/21/2009
Q: Description of clock: Says on back Hermle Quartz 2214 I have had this clock for 7 years and have ... A: Vanessa, quartz movements are usually non-repairable. There are no individual parts or ...
Suspension spring	5/20/2009
Q: I have a Viking 800 series movement. The suspension spring (part no. 821-6) is broken. Do you have ... A: Don, the actual readings of the information that was difficult to read is: 79 Hermle NO(0)JEWELS ...
Emperor Clock model 120-part availability	5/18/2009
Q: Clock movement 100M #77-875-34-4456 1975 vintage.Need replacement suspension spring.Part # 34 in ... A: Dick, I can give you the details on what you need. Email me at the address below. John Newman THE ...
motors for seth thomas clocks	5/18/2009
Q: 5-17-9. Good morning, John. Saw your response to a person looking for a motor for their Seth Thomas ... A: Ed, I checked with my supplier and found that these are electric motor driven clocks. Some of these ...
motors for seth thomas clocks	5/17/2009
Q: 5-17-9. Good morning, John. Saw your response to a person looking for a motor for their Seth Thomas ... A: Ed. I will be checking my references at the shop today. From my On-line resources I did not find a ...
Suspension spring	5/15/2009
Q: I have a Viking 800 series movement. The suspension spring (part no. 821-6) is broken. Do you have ... A: Don, cross references from clock models to movement types are not always indicitave of the model of ...
Schartz mantle clock from W.Germany	5/15/2009
Q: I have a brass mantle Schartz clock my father mailed to me for my birthday. He bought it while we ... A: Megan, you did mention that, but it can be taken in a few different ways. When the minute hand is ...
Kieninger clock keeps stopping	5/15/2009
Q: I have a Kieninger grandfather clock which I purchased in England about 10 years ago. It has run ... A: Catherine, The fan should not affect it, as the movement is rather well shielded from air movements. ...
Howard Miller Grandfather Clock	5/14/2009
Q: My clock is 35 years old and has stopped working correctly. It still keeps perfect time, but it does ... A: Larry, probably the minute hand retaining nut fell off, followed by the minute hand, and then the ...
Schartz mantle clock from W.Germany	5/13/2009
Q: I have a brass mantle Schartz clock my father mailed to me for my birthday. He bought it while we ... A: Megan, many of these quartz clocks differ in the way they are built, but I think this might be an ...
Hermle Mantel Clock	5/13/2009
Q: My aunt recently purchased a Hermle Clock. Ther serial number is 131-071. It is key wound, no ... A: Tammie, the movement was manufactured by Hermle and the clock could have been made by any number of ...
wrong time keeping	5/13/2009
Q: I have a grandfather clock - make of movement unknown except that it is not an expensive one - that ... A: Mark, as you did not give me the type of movement I will give you instructions on the standard ...
grandfather clock kit	5/12/2009
Q: recently have seen a clock kit from emporer clock company at a flea market. it is for a kit 300 ... A: Allyson, I have most of the information you need on your Emperor 300 kit. However I am away from my ...
ingarham manteal clock	5/11/2009
Q: i have a mentail clock it is of the e. ingrham conp. it has art no1 duplex inside. i ... A: Tim, I am on vacation but have not put my Allexperts status on "Vacation" so I can answer most of ...
Hermle Autowind movement	5/10/2009
Q: John I know that most grandfather clock conosours have a dim view of quartz and electric movements. ... A: David, the movement is the same grandfather movement now produces, an 1161. The Autowind is a ...
Herschede 9 tube 1915 clock	5/10/2009
Q: So glad I found you online! The pendulum and weights are getting quite tarnished. Particularly the ... A: Janis, first, the general way to refinish brass is to strip off the old lacquer, finish the brass to ...
The E. Ingraham Co Mantel Clock	5/10/2009
Q: How can I date this mantel clock? It has The E. Ingraham Co Bristol, CT USA on the inside. A: Sheila, the E. Ingraham Company had different labels, each identifying a range of dates of ...
Mauthe Clock Works	5/9/2009
Q: I have an old tall case clock that does NOT maintain pendulum swing. It runs for a while then stops. ... A: CW, since you have removed the movement from the case, it would be very difficult to tell you what ...
Only Westminister Chime works on Emperor Grandfathers Clock	5/8/2009
Q: John, I have an emperors Grandfathers clock with an expensive movement but over the past few years ... A: It could be that there are some bushings worn or the chime drum is a little out of alignment or ...
Only Westminister Chime works on Emperor Grandfathers Clock	5/8/2009
Q: John, I have an emperors Grandfathers clock with an expensive movement but over the past few years ... A: Steve, has the clock been serviced in the past 7 to 10 years? If not some of the functions could be ...
clock works	5/8/2009
Q: How can I find a diagram showing me how to put the works back together for one of these cheap ... A: Teresa, unfortunately, there are no set instructions of disassembling and reassembling a clock ...
LONGCASE CLOCK - CHIMING TOO FAST	5/7/2009
Q: I have recently had my Scottish long case clock (made about 1854) refurbished and after a long ... A: Roger, there is a governor (fly) on the strike side (chimes also if your clock has them) to keep it ...
Diplomat Grandfather Clock	5/6/2009
Q: My parents clock stopped running. when I move the hands manually and set the pendulum in motion it ... A: Patty, Each weight has a purpose to provide power to the different feature, time, chime and strike. ...
Sessions mantle clock	5/6/2009
Q: Mr. Newman, I have recently puchased a Sessions mantle clock that is in good physical condition on ... A: Mark, I have most of the items you would need. It would help if you could send me a clear photo of ...
Eli Terry wooden clock	5/5/2009
Q: Until now it has been running fine. Should I use something to lubricate it. If so what? I have ... A: Sally Lou, Do you mean that this clock has a wooden movement? If that is the case I would suggest ...
MAUTHE WALL CLOCK	5/4/2009
Q: GOT THIS CLOCK FROM MY GRANDPARENTS IN SWEDEN. CAN YOU TELL HOW OLD IT IS AND IF ITS MAYBE A KIT? ... A: Lisa, you have what we call a German box clock, manufactured by Fredrick Mauthe, circa 1925. I have ...
Urgos Lyre Pendulum	5/4/2009
Q: have a Grandfather clock, 201 M movement, UW03003B, 316905 with a Urgos Lyre Pendulum, Dia 5 1/2", ... A: Larry, I have repaired these pendulums in a couple of ways. If the threaded portion is broken at ...
JAUCH 77	5/4/2009
Q: I have a emperor movement stamped 77 374. I believe it is a Jauch movement. It was shipped to me ... A: Jack, it is indeed a Jauch. This particular movement requires that all weights be the same. I have ...
Tempus Fuoile Grandfather Clock Part	5/3/2009
Q: I have a Tempus Fuoile grandfather clock,numbers on the back plate UW32/20A AND 455425. THE ... A: John, I am not familiar with the term "Tempus Fuoile", only "Tempus Fugit", which is Latin for "Time ...
Seth Thomas Westminister clock battery	5/3/2009
Q: I decided to change the battery for the new year (clock is 5 yrs old). Holds 2 C batteries. The ... A: Sally, the movement you have is manufactured by Hermle. There are three main areas of function ...
Mantel clock wound too tight ?	5/2/2009
Q: I have a mantel clock with full westminister chimes that I purchased at a brocante dealer in ... A: Stan, I have never seen a clock that was wound too tight to cause it to stop, other than a very ...
Howard Miller Grandfather floor clock	5/2/2009
Q: I have this Howard Miller clock, Model #610-502, Serial #30340210 and can not find any information ... A: Kitty, the Howard Miller #610-502 is called the Esquire II and was listed in their 1990-1991 ...
Grandmother Clock	5/1/2009
Q: I have a Grandmother's Clock, the movement was made in Germany, this clock has been in the family ... A: At the moment I do not have the complete configuration for the weights. Below is a chart for the ...
Seth Thomas clock battery	4/30/2009
Q: I was given a Seth Thomas clock (used) made by Talley Industries (division of General Time). The ... A: Joe, the Seth Thomas name has been passed on among different companies. Very little documentation ...
french clock chime problem	4/29/2009
Q: I am posting from Greece I recently bought a marble french clock from e bay The movement has not any ... A: Thanasis, you did very well! I was going to explain what you did, because there is a "rough" ...
Ansonia Art & Commerce clock question	4/29/2009
Q: I have an Ansonia Art & Commerce clock that my father bought in 1973 from a friend whose great ... A: Linda, first, an 8-day clock will run 8 days after it is fully wound. The reason for eight days is ...
Ridgeway Grandfather Clock	4/28/2009
Q: When my mom died she left me this Ridgeway Grandfather clock. I have no room for it in my place so I ... A: Robert, as I explained in my Allexperts personal profile, I am not a certified appraiser and do not ...
31 day clock	4/28/2009
Q: when i wind up the left hand winder as i look at the clock the chimes go of continually until the ... A: Peter, this is a very common problem with the Asian 31-day clocks. It would probably be a broken ...
french clock chime problem	4/28/2009
Q: I am posting from Greece I recently bought a marble french clock from e bay The movement has not any ... A: Thanasis, get back with me on the strike problem when you find something. I am giving you my email ...
french clock chime problem	4/27/2009
Q: I am posting from Greece I recently bought a marble french clock from e bay The movement has not any ... A: Thanasis. Congratulations on getting the clock working. Most of the French marble clocks I have ...
linden #8053	4/27/2009
Q: I need to replace a Linden 31 day, roman numeral, #8053 wall clock that one of my employees damaged ... A: Al, I'm certainly sorry about the damage to the clock. This is an Asian clock of which many were ...
Time set, type & age of regulator clock	4/26/2009
Q: I have an old schoolhouse regulator clock. It was my grandfathers. It has the round head not ... A: Sue, if you can email me a digital photo of the complete front of the clock and one of the dial, I ...
OLD MANTLE CLOCK	4/25/2009
Q: I RECENTLY INHERITED A MANTLE CLOCK AND AM TRYING TO DATE IT AND VALUE IT, AND HOPE YOU CAN HELP !! ... A: Graeme, I can find no reference to the Federal clock as a manufacturer. I will relay your ...
grandfather clock	4/25/2009
Q: I have a Trend grandfather clock model #869WM-43 movement 100B which does not run anymore. I would ... A: Greg, there are many factors to consider in replacing a clock movement for one that is not exact. ...
Pearl H-451	4/24/2009
Q: I just obtained a nice Pearl Grandfather Clock with what appears to have an "off-beat" problem. ... A: Erick, the H-451 probably refers to the movement itself which would be a Hermle 451 with Pearl's ...
spring for pearl grandfather lock	4/23/2009
Q: here is the info. about the spring for my clock. the suspension spring is attatched with a thumb ... A: George, this is in answer to your repeat question. For the reasons I have given you in previous ...
Forestville Mantle Clock	4/23/2009
Q: Our charity has acquired a Forestville Mantle clock for a fund rasier. On the dail on the bottom it ... A: Ron, there are a couple of oddities in your description. The Forestville Clock Company existed ...
salem ships clock repair	4/22/2009
Q: please advise your schedule to repair salem ships clock re request 11/20/07, thank you. A: James, I apologize for not getting back to you. Since 2007 I had been involved in moving my shop, ...
About Emperor Clocks	4/21/2009
Q: I think the grandfather clock i own its a Emperor Clock, according to the pictures i've seen online. ... A: Inwen, from the view of the top of the clock it resembles an Emperor 120 but is not. The columns ...
spring for pearl grandfather lock	4/21/2009
Q: here is the info. about the spring for my clock. the suspension spring is attatched with a thumb ... A: George, in our questions and answers I have asked you to reply to my email address because, for ...
grandfather clock lyre replacement	4/20/2009
Q: I shipped my Ridgeway grandfather clock to Saudi Arabia where I will be for a few years and customs ... A: Sylvia, I will check my Ridgeway resources (the company was purchased by Howard Miller). I don't ...
General Electric Clock	4/20/2009
Q: I bought a GE strike clock model 6B14 and would like to know more information like Name,Age,and what ... A: Lee, I have very little information on electric clocks, like the ones manufactured by GE. The ...
new haven clock	4/20/2009
Q: i recently was asked to clean and make run a new haven clock with a 19 inch pendulum . upon ... A: Scott, the name New Haven is American and the "pl 48cm" sounds like a German designation. I would ...
spring for pearl grandfather lock	4/19/2009
Q: here is the info. about the spring for my clock. the suspension spring is attatched with a thumb ... A: George, I do have these suspension springs or I can give you some suppliers that have them. Email ...
Operation of Grandmother Clock	4/19/2009
Q: We moved a Grandmother clock.The heaviest weight one is now on the right facing the clock. The clock ... A: Jerry, you didn't give me any details on the clock such as the manufacturer or the model of the ...
Emperor clock out of storage	4/19/2009
Q: I just bought an Emperor clock kit model 120 at an auction that has been in storage since 1974 and ... A: Steve I would definitely recommend lubricating the movement, as the lubricants have probably become ...
451-050H 94cm Clock Movement	4/17/2009
Q: My Hermle #451-050H/94cm Clock Movement mounts from the bottom using the end posts. It does not look ... A: William, are you saying that there are mounting feet on the bottom which are secured by the movement ...
clock parts	4/16/2009
Q: I was just wondering if you would know if and where I can find parts for a Tepus Fugit chime clock? ... A: Nicholas, "Tempus Fugit" is Latin for "Time Flies" and is not the brand of the clock, just a phrase ...
Hermle clock movement	4/14/2009
Q: Can you help? I have just fitted a Hermle eight day Westminster clock movement (RM2?) to a Vienna ... A: Mike. Have you recently purchased the movement? The reason I ask is that if it is still in ...
Chimes out of sync for only 3 hours	4/14/2009
Q: Greetings, I have a Korean made 35 day spring powered wall clock. It is not the most expensive ... A: Tim, the cost of a clock really has no bearing on how much one likes it. If you really like it, it ...
E 7749 Elgin 31 day wind up clock	4/13/2009
Q: I have an Elgin 31 day wind up clock. E 7749. Can you give me any info about it? Age and so on. ... A: Kathryn, your clock was manufactured in Asia (a lot of them had American manufacture's names) and I ...
Emperor Clock	4/12/2009
Q: John, I re-read my question, the model I have is from the 120 series, has a moom dial, and three ... A: Art, the model of the movement would not have anything to do with the running. For your ...
Emperor Clock Model 120 series	4/12/2009
Q: I have just received my (deceased) father's clock. After adjusting the cabinet so that the pendulum ... A: Art, is the pendulum hanging configuration correct? By that I mean that the pendulum is hanging on ...
Schatz Ship's Bell Clock Spokes	4/11/2009
Q: Mr. Newman, I have the above clock, purchaed by my father in Germany in the late 1960s. The clock ... A: Gary, I'm afraid I cannot help you with the spokes on your clock. As far as I know they are not ...
Replacement of Movement Required???	4/10/2009
Q: I have a 27 year old grandfather clock that runs perfectly although it has not been cleaned or oiled ... A: Dayle, I try to keep from discussing prices over a public forum. There are extenuating ...
Salem Ships Bell Clock Stopped	4/9/2009
Q: My Salem Ships Bell Clock stopped after rewinding, the first time in many years use. What can I do ... A: Bob, I'm going to give you a rather short answer here. The ships bell clocks can be rather ...
German antique grandfather clock	4/8/2009
Q: My husband and I just purchased an "antique" grandfather clock that the previous owner said he ... A: Shannon, as we require movement model numbers for most replacement parts for clocks, chime rods are ...
Emperor Clock question	4/8/2009
Q: I bought an Emperor clock in 1994 (Model 120 series) and my father put it together. It has now ... A: Jackie, I would not think that a clock movement would need replacing after 15 years. It might just ...
Hamilton Wall Clock w/wooden case	4/8/2009
Q: John, before I dig into the case for the number of the movement, let me describe the clock and the ... A: "Turn to counter-clockwise! Now there's a counter intuitive mechanism if there ever was one. Your'e ...
Repair or replace an Emporer 101M movement	4/7/2009
Q: I purchased the 101M with a Grandfather kit in 1983. It was cleaned/serviced in 1998. The chimes ... A: Michael, I recommend servicing a modern production clock every 7 to 10 years, so yours is about due. ...
Seth Thomas Legacy IV Clock	4/7/2009
Q: The clock appears to be wound too tight. It doesn't ork. My aunt thinks her grandchild wound it ... A: Bob, The Seth Thomas A403-002 was manufactured by Hermle and is their model number 1050-020. The ...
grandfather clock maintenance	4/6/2009
Q: We have a Howard Miller Grandfather clock we received as a gift in 2001. It was new when we got it. ... A: Valerie, my recommendation is that a modern production clock be serviced every 7 to 10 years. The ...
Our Grandfather Clock Won't Stay Running	4/5/2009
Q: We feel it may need oiling but we don't know how to properly oil it. Can you help guide us on that? A: Sherry, when you say it won't continue running after a few minutes, it could be that it isn't ...
Grandfather clock movement - Sligh	4/5/2009
Q: I'd like to buy a new movement for my Sligh floor clock. The movement # in the clock case is: ... A: Steve, I will need to know the model of the original movement. Then I can determine if an exact ...
Hamilton Wall Clock w/wooden case	4/4/2009
Q: John, before I dig into the case for the number of the movement, let me describe the clock and the ... A: Deane, the Hamilton name is American but the movement could be either German or Asian. I tend to ...
clock parts	4/4/2009
Q: I found a very nice clock that just did fit in my living room but the clock it self does not work ... A: James, there are some obstacles in replacing a clock movement if it is not an exact replacement. ...
CHIMES	4/3/2009
Q: Newman, My clock has a triple chime movement. How often should you switch to a different chime on ... A: Julianne, I just sent a standard reply to yor email address concerning the delay in answering ...
ethan allen grandfather clock	4/3/2009
Q: I was wondering if you could tell me about the quality of The Ethan Allen grandfather clocks. I have ... A: Trevor, I cannot really give you much information on the quality of a modern production clock. ...
pearl grandfather clock	4/2/2009
Q: regarding your answer to my question about my pearl grandfather clock purchased in 1981 - model ... A: Sorry for the delay George. I was out of the shop on service calls yesterday and did not get back ...
Ridgeway granmother clock	3/31/2009
Q: I got this at an auction and it did not come with a wind up key on the face there is 3 holes wher ... A: Theresa, as far as I know, all the Ridgeway clocks probably used Hermle or Kieninger and possibly ...
weights for ridgeway grandfather clock	3/31/2009
Q: i was given a ridgeway grandfather clock (model 203, mvmt HL 451-053 94cm, setup #062086) the 2 ... A: Paul, I do have the weight fillers. If you have a wood stick pendulum, the left (as you face the ...
Ridgeway granmother clock	3/30/2009
Q: I got this at an auction and it did not come with a wind up key on the face there is 3 holes wher ... A: Theresa, if you will send me the information found on the back of the clock movement itself, I can ...
pearl grandfather clock	3/28/2009
Q: regarding your answer to my question about my pearl grandfather clock purchased in 1981 - model ... A: George, I will check tomorrow to see if I have the suspension spring. I think I had requested the ...
Oiler Kit for Howard Miller Grandfather Clock	3/27/2009
Q: I inherited my mother's 1982 Howard Miller 610-156 "The President" grandfather clock several years ... A: Leilani, I will look in my Howard Miller reference book to check on the model. I do not have an ...
Emperor Clock Model 100 M	3/26/2009
Q: I need a Suspension Spring for my clock, can you advise where I may purchase one? A: James, I do not have any in stock right now. Timesavers (www.timesavers.com) has an Online catalog. ...
grandfather clock chimes	3/26/2009
Q: I am building a grandfather clock, and after I put the face and hands on I found out that the clock ... A: Jesse, run the clock until it clicks to start the chiming the hour. Stop the pendulum immediately. ...
GERMAN VIENNA REGULATOR CLOCK	3/26/2009
Q: I HAVE AN OLD VIENNA REGULATOR CLOCK WITH THE D.R. PATENT 147023 ON THE BACK OF THE WORKS...ALSO ... A: Eugene, I have put out an inquiry on this and was out of my shop yesterday on service calls. I'll ...
Herschde Grandfather Clock Model 86	3/25/2009
Q: Good afternoon John, I recently purchased a Herschede Model 86 grandfather clock. It is in my ... A: Stan, I do restorations. However, I have a very long waiting list at the moment. I work with a ...
lunar dial artwork	3/25/2009
Q: John, I'm in the process of restoring a grandfather clock that has a moon face. Someone who ... A: Don, is it an antique or a modern production clock? There are many replacements available. However ...
Grandmother Clock Manual	3/24/2009
Q: John, I inherited my mother's grandmother clock and can not get it to run after moving it to my ... A: Pat, I would need a little more information such as the manufacturer of the clock and all ...
Replacement movement for slate clock	3/24/2009
Q: I bought an old slate clock which has had the mechanical movement replaced with a quartz one. I'd ... A: Robert, as your clock case is an antique, you cannot buy an "off the shelf" movement for it. You ...
anniversary clock globe	3/23/2009
Q: Where can I purchase a replacement globe for this Elgin Anniversary Clock? A: Nancy, I believe this clock is a quartz model and the domes for this clock were usually acrylic and ...
Clock Key	3/23/2009
Q: I have been given a Molyneux Grandfather Clock but the key is broken. Are all keys alike or do I ... A: Robert, to choose a key for a clock it should fit firmly, neither bind or be too loose. This is ...
W. Heid clock won't chime	3/22/2009
Q: I just received my Grandmother's W> Heid mantle clock made in West Germany the inside says 340-020. ... A: Krystena, the movement in your clock was manufactured by Hermle and is an eight-day, key-wound ...
seth thomas plymouth pendulum clock	3/22/2009
Q: The hanger spring on my plymouth pendulum wall hanging clock is broken on one side. Where can I ... A: William, I will need to know the model of the clock movement before I can determine the correct ...
35 day centurion clock	3/21/2009
Q: i cant figure out what makes the pendjulum keep going i have my wifes grandmas clock and she wants ... A: Dennis, the pendulum is the regulator of the clock. The mainspring powers the clock through the ...
Inconsistent chime on Hermle 451-050	3/21/2009
Q: John, I have an Emperor clock with a Hermle 451-050 movement. The tempo of the chime varies when ... A: Paul, you did not say if the tempo was okay before it was cleaned. Or has it always been erratic ...
linden 31 day wall clock	3/21/2009
Q: I bought a Linden wall clock at a garage sale and wound up both sides with the key, my problem is ... A: Leslee, you did not do anything wrong. There could be a couple of causes for the continuous ...
Kieninger movement	3/20/2009
Q: John I have what I'm pretty sure is a Kieninger HE movement. At least it fits the description of a ... A: David, I have had a few comments from my Internet group. None know the age, but have admired the ...
franz hermie 1151-050 h grandfather floor clock	3/20/2009
Q: i inherited an 85, franz hermie, no (0) jewel, unadjusted, made in west germany, 1151-050H, ... A: Rosemary, I probably have the chain and weight parts for the 1151 along with a copy of the owner's ...
Ridgeway Grandfather Clock with Moondial	3/20/2009
Q: I inherited a Ridgeway Grandfather Clock from my great-aunt. The clock is approximately 50 yrs. old ... A: Dawn, usually a clock cannot be overwound unless it is done with such force that the weights are ...
ST A401-003 chime adjustment(s)	3/19/2009
Q: I recently removed the time spring barrel (ST A401-003 movement) for cleaning/maintenance and lost ... A: Russ, looks like you are doing a good job! I would say that we are fortunate in that the adjustment ...
Kieninger movement	3/19/2009
Q: John I have what I'm pretty sure is a Kieninger HE movement. At least it fits the description of a ... A: David, I'm not sure about the age. My guess would be around the 1950-1970 timeframe. I will ...
Jauch PL-34	3/19/2009
Q: I just read the response you gave to another person,so my original question ( this co. still in ... A: Smitty, it is difficult to compare clock manufacturers as they have all made movements of varying ...
ST A401-003 chime adjustment(s)	3/18/2009
Q: I recently removed the time spring barrel (ST A401-003 movement) for cleaning/maintenance and lost ... A: Russ, first we need to isolate a couple of things here. The chime train (mechanism--all the gears ...
Cuckoo clock out of sync	3/17/2009
Q: I have an 8 day cuckoo clock I recently acquired. It keeps perfect time, no problem there. The ... A: Rena, I'm sorry it didn't work. I was giving you directions for a clock with the components all in ...
Cuckoo clock out of sync	3/16/2009
Q: I have an 8 day cuckoo clock I recently acquired. It keeps perfect time, no problem there. The ... A: Rena. The fix for your cuckoo clock should be rather simple. There is a small round brass nut ...
ST A401-003 chime adjustment(s)	3/16/2009
Q: I recently removed the time spring barrel (ST A401-003 movement) for cleaning/maintenance and lost ... A: Russ, the A401-003 was manufactured by Hermle under the number 340-020. There should be a set screw ...
suspension spring	3/16/2009
Q: I have a Grandmother Clock that needs a suspension spring. This is the info on the clock: 77275 ... A: Evelyn, I am out of the suspensions springs right now. You can get them from Timesavers ...
Grandmother Clock	3/5/2009
Q: My clock will not chime and the pendulum quits after 10 minutes. Even when the pendulum is going ... A: Sharon. I would need a little more information on the clock to possibly determine what the problem ...
setting the time	3/3/2009
Q: I have a Howard Miller grandfather clock and the time is 10 minute slow I need to know how to set ... A: Leslie Lee, I need to know the error of the timing. Is it 10 minutes slow per hour, per day or per ...
Centurion 35 day wall clock	3/3/2009
Q: I have a Centurion 35 day wall clock (chimes the hours and a single 1/2 hour chime) which I like ... A: Robert, you have an Asian clock and some of these had a slip mechanism in the pendulum assembly that ...
1888 HAC Mantle Clock	3/3/2009
Q: John: I have a HAC mantle clock made in 1880's prior to the company's trade mark of crossed ... A: Joe, when you say tuning, are you referring to the key the rods are in or the sound they make? If a ...
Howard Miller Grandfather Clock. Chime mechanism.	3/2/2009
Q: A friend of mine has a Howd Miller clock and is requesting my assistance to help. I have gotten the ... A: Ty, you are correct in that the outside weights will start drooping as soon as the chime mechanism ...
Ingraham Clock	3/1/2009
Q: John, I have an old clock with a paper face that has "Made by E. Ingraham Co. Bristol, Cn" printed ... A: Skip, as you did not identify the type of clock, mantel, wall, etc, I'm not sure what type it is. I ...
1978 Limited edition Ridgeway clock	3/1/2009
Q: John I found you on a question about the same clock model anyway maybe you can help I recently ... A: Jack, as the manufacturers used different dials at various times, it would be difficult to determine ...
instructions that came with the clock	3/1/2009
Q: i have one from Emperor clock co in fairhope. Heinz Jauch 77 275 327411 on the back.guess you ... A: Mike, my shop is right down the road from you. I live in Prattville. Email me at the address below ...
grandfather clock seth thomas	2/28/2009
Q: i recently purchased a used seth thomas grandfather clock. it came with two weights (one ... A: George, I do not have cross-reference numbers on cases. I would need the model of the movement. I ...
Chiming Wall (Regulator) Clock	2/27/2009
Q: I have just purchased a vintage chiming wall clock on eBay and am thrilled to finally own a real ... A: Rex, if this is a mechanical, wind up clock, the regulation would be done with a rating nut on the ...
Trying to determine the make/age/history of a clock	2/26/2009
Q: I have looked up a little bit on the internet and it is of a similar design to a Smiths Enfiled ... A: Vicky, there were many clocks made without markings. The purpose of the word "foreign" was that ...
Grandfathers clock	2/26/2009
Q: I have a Grandfathers' clock made by OHIO CLOCKWORKS. It belonged to my grandmother. I'm 63, so it's ... A: Linda, I do not know of anyone right in your area. I tried to find someone there for a customer a ...
english bracket clock	2/26/2009
Q: I have acquired an old bracket clock missing its handle and 4 finials, do you know of anyone making ... A: Pat, if you will email me a digital photo of the clock I will see if there is anyone on my Internet ...
grandfather clock hour strike is off	2/24/2009
Q: I have a Colonial Moloyneux floor clock. The hour strikes correctly from one to seven then is random ... A: Dana, email me at the address below and I'll send you a photo and describe what the problem might ...
seth thomas / tiffany company clock	2/23/2009
Q: I have a desk clock- size is 4" H x 8". Top of the face is marked Tiffany & Co. bottom of the face ... A: Carla, I readily don't have much activity on electric clocks. I did check some of my resources and ...
hour hand on a battery operated Reulator wall clock	2/23/2009
Q: The minute hand keeps perfect time but the hour hand advaces ahead appox 1/2 hour ahead of the hour ... A: Mal, that is an interesting case. Does it advance a half-hour every hour or does it advance a ...
Franz Henle Clock needs help	2/22/2009
Q: John, Do I need more parts to my clock for the chimes and hour striker? Do the photos help in ... A: Paul, I am not sure what the problem is with your clock. After looking at the photo you sent, the ...
HAC 1930's clock	2/22/2009
Q: We have a small oak Napoleon Hat HAC mantle clock with two winding holes - one near the 4 and one ... A: Denise, on most clocks with two winding holes, the one on the right is for the time and the one on ...
Piper Grandfather Clock	2/22/2009
Q: I bought a Piper Tempus Fugit grandfather clock model number, cpm 9081. I can't seem to find an ... A: Diana, there are hundreds if not thousands of different battery powered movements made under ...
mantle clock with Hermle 2115 won't run	2/21/2009
Q: John, Wife has a Seth Thomas quartz mantle clock with Hermle 2115 (no pendulum) movement. Stopped ... A: Steve, generally, these clocks are not repairable because of the labor involved, which would ...
emperor grandfather clock	2/21/2009
Q: from time to time I have helped my mother-in-law keep this clock running via the instruction sheets ... A: Jim, I have worked up a general set of instructions which are as follows. If you will email me at ...
Correct Suspension Spring	2/21/2009
Q: I need a suspension spring for an URGOS UW32068B grandfather clock. The old spring was on 1 1/8 ... A: Keith, these ss's (suspension springs) are not interchangeable. I believe the smaller movements ...
pearl grandfather clock	2/20/2009
Q: i have a pearl grandfather clock model number 413-215o purchased in 1982. the serial number is ... A: George, to choose the correct suspension spring, I would need to know the model of the movement. ...
Emperor Clock	2/20/2009
Q: Model 101 High Pallet Bridge The weights for the chimes will not drop. The clock keeps very good ... A: Dennis, there can be a few causes for the clock to be failing. If it has not been serviced in the ...
Date and Manufacturer	2/19/2009
Q: I inherited this wood veneer mantel clock. It has a rod gong marked 1899 and a mechanism serial nr. ... A: Rolf, the image did not come through. I cannot tell anything about the clock from the description, ...
reset chimes on battery operated howard miller grandfather clock	2/19/2009
Q: We have a grandfather clock model number 610-739 and serial number F0100150175 and we are having ... A: Jacqueline, I do not have any cross-reference information on the model numbers of clocks and the ...
what I need ??	2/19/2009
Q: I have a Viking grandfather clock I think model 100-4393, but a little thing is dunno where, bethwen ... A: Cesar, the pendulum is attached to a hanger (or leader) that is usually brass or steel about 6 ...
Clock Repair	2/18/2009
Q: I am trying to locate a suspension spring for a Trend Clock Style number 845W-783 movement number ... A: Tony, I cannot determine the type of suspension spring from the clock part number or manufacturer's ...
Emoeror clock won't run	2/18/2009
Q: I have an Emperor clock 3oo with a 300M movement. When winding I always hold the weight up while ... A: Garry, first, you should not lift or hold the weight up when winding. Pull the chain in a smooth ...
Kassel 31-day clock	2/17/2009
Q: Is there something I can do to get my clock to start dinging again? it was working fine then it ... A: Bev, you have an Asian clock and you didn't say how long it has been since it was serviced. There ...
session mantel clock	2/17/2009
Q: I bought an old sessions mantel clock at a garage sale this last summer. I was told it worked but ... A: Kathy, I just answered your question, and when I sent it it did not give me a confirmation. So, ...
identify a movement	2/17/2009
Q: I have a small wood inlaid mantle clock that has nice quality brass movement. I would appreciate ... A: Erwin, I have received a couple of answers from my Internet Clocksmiths Group. Until I can fand any ...
Gilbert movement markings	2/16/2009
Q: John, I have a Gilbert clock movement that I would like to install into a Gilbert case. I'm not sure ... A: Timothy, one of the more time-consuming aspects of clockmaking is trying to match a missing movement ...
grandmother clock	2/16/2009
Q: I pulled the chain and weight to tight and it will not release. Is there something I can do to fix ... A: Bill, usually the reason that a weight will not "release" or move down is because the function that ...
pendulum leader on grandfather clock	2/16/2009
Q: I purchased a grandmother clock at an estate sale. The pendulum leader came of with the move I ... A: Suzanne, I just went through my emails back to Jan 19, when I believe your Allexperts question was ...
oval glass or plastic dome	2/15/2009
Q: ok,i em a collector of 400 day clocks ,and one of them is a kundo that is missing a dome ,so i am ... A: Moshe, oval domes are sometimes difficult to find. However, they are out there. The dimensions ...
key for wind up clock	2/15/2009
Q: I need a key for a "Made in Korea" "Centennial Parlor" clock no.3153. Can you get a key for this ... A: Gloria, most of these Asian clocks used the same size key. However there are some that are ...
Grandfather Clock Chimes	2/14/2009
Q: I have a Ridgeway Grandfather clock, and it always chimes 12 times for every hour. Tried moving the ... A: Pat, the mechanism used for counting the strikes is called a rack and snail. This mechanism is on ...
springs	2/14/2009
Q: we had a clock (floor model) made by ridgeway giving to us It is modal no. E138 ser. no. 3977 how ... A: Judi, I cannot cross reference most clock models to the models of the movements. I will need the ...
Seth Thomas - Hermle 2215 replacemnt	2/13/2009
Q: Jhon I need to replace an old 2215 movement in my Seth Thomas wall clock (with pendlum) and saw your ... A: I would say the face. But in trying to identify it, probably the best thing to do would be to ...
Big Ben Chimes	2/13/2009
Q: Is there a clock or watch that imitates the chimes of the Big Ben Clock on the hour? ANSWER: ... A: You're welcome. On my answer I meant some glitch, not dome glitch! The Westminster chimes are ...
suspension spring for grand father clock	2/12/2009
Q: My clock has stopped ticking. I believe it is the suspension spring. Movement was built in 81 ... A: James, what was happening when the clock stopped ticking? Had it just been wound, moved or bumped? ...
Seth Thomas - Hermle 2215 replacemnt	2/12/2009
Q: Jhon I need to replace an old 2215 movement in my Seth Thomas wall clock (with pendlum) and saw your ... A: Nick, different clock manufacturers use various methods for mounting these movements. The ...
Elgin clock	2/12/2009
Q: I just acquired an Elgin wall keywind pendulum clock that also has a 31 day calander which was made ... A: John, the short answer is No. The reason is that when replacing movements, physical properties have ...
howard miller grandfather clock	2/10/2009
Q: i just inherited a howard miller grandfather clock,model #610-261. it was originally purchased in ... A: Kathy, I do not have the original purchase price and do not do appraisals. The Howard Miller ...
Elgin clock	2/10/2009
Q: I just acquired an Elgin wall keywind pendulum clock that also has a 31 day calander which was made ... A: John. The 31-day clocks are Asian, as you stated yours being made in Korea. There have been ...
Korean 31 day pendulum wall clock by "Lava"	2/10/2009
Q: I got this wall clock from a friend. it was in her grandmothers house for a lot of years. I'm not ... A: Omri, first you have to make sure the clock is wound. Some of the Asian clocks had arrows around ...
Grandfather Clock gains time	2/9/2009
Q: My elderly father has a Ridgeway Grandfather Clock that gains approximately two (2) hours each ... A: Tony, you're one of the few people that has ever told me the time error in a certain time period. ...
Audubon Bird Clock	2/9/2009
Q: I received a Audubon singing bird clock as a gift (no receipt for returns). When I set it up, it ... A: Lance, I answered your question today, but I was having trouble with my server and I now see that ...
Ansonia Clock	2/9/2009
Q: I have an ansonia clock that was just repaired after 30 years of not working. New springs and ... A: Todd, I'm not sure whether your clock is a 30-hour or an 8-day model. If it is a 30-hour, you would ...
howard miller clock	2/8/2009
Q: I recently inherited my grandmother's howard miller grandfather clock. It is chain driven and I know ... A: John, manufacturers used various models of movements and reqire different weights and hanging ...
Emperor Clock Model 101 High Pallet Bridge Cleaning and Oiling Instructions	2/8/2009
Q: John, My Emperor Model 101 High Pallet Bridge was purchased and built in late 1985 by my deceased ... A: Bob, I cannot really give you any instructions on cleaning a movement, which really requires a ...
Identify old Tall Clock	2/7/2009
Q: I have a old Tall Clock. It was in the San Francisco fire and earth quake. I know it is that old. ... A: William, I do have some references to some Waterbury tall case clocks. If you will send me a photo ...
winding clock	2/7/2009
Q: we just bought a kassel Grand father clock they didn't know much about the clock how to set time and ... A: Bear, as most clock manufacturers made different models of movements, I'm not sure which yours is. ...
Big Ben Chimes	2/7/2009
Q: Is there a clock or watch that imitates the chimes of the Big Ben Clock on the hour? A: Alexander, I apologize for the delay in my answer, but I answered it and dome glitch did not deliver ...
tempus fugit grandfather clock	2/6/2009
Q: i bought a tempus fugit 31day clock, which stands about 6ft from an auction. it was missing the key ... A: Claire, your clock would probably be considered a grandmother clock. Grandfather, grandmother, etc, ...
ansonia clock	2/5/2009
Q: I have just bought an Ansonia 8 day clock from ebay It is pretty shabby but is in working order I do ... A: Tracey, I think you are referring to the strike which counts out the hour. These clocks made around ...
dead beat escapement	2/5/2009
Q: the question i would like to ask is i am looking for a dead beat escapement for a schatz 400 day ... A: Andrew, I don't work on many 400-day clocks and am not familiar with the configuration of the dead ...
Grandfather clock	2/5/2009
Q: We had professional move us 1 1/2 years ago, and they moved it according to the article I just ... A: Tracy, I am going to take it that you are referring to the strike which counts out the hours. If ...
Wm L Gilbert Blackbirch Clock	2/3/2009
Q: I have a recently inherited (and I can't decide whether it's a good thing or a bad thing) a rather ... A: Steve, I try to be as clear as I can for the customer. However, I do not do the answers and ...
30/31 Day Clocks	2/3/2009
Q: I have been noticing that many clock shops do not care to even touch 30/31 day clocks. I even viewed ... A: Jonathan, I answered this question, but might have had a computer glitch, because it came back to ...
Carriage Clock Repeater Button	2/3/2009
Q: I inherited a prized French carriage clock from my grandmother. She was born about the time the ... A: Ted, unfortunately, a lot of these clocks were hand-crafted, and off the shelf replacement parts are ...
RE: Gilbert HAWK kitchen clock	2/2/2009
Q: I now own a Gilbert clock that's been in my family for at least 60 years. My mom passed away and I ... A: For proper lubrication, the movement should be removed from the case so the rear plate bushings can ...
Hermle movement doesn't strike hour correctly	2/2/2009
Q: I have a grandmother clock with a Westminster Hermle movement in it. It strikes hour correctly on ... A: Ted, you did not state if there was a pattern to the incorrect count, like some hours are always ...
Wm L Gilbert Blackbirch Clock	2/1/2009
Q: I have a recently inherited (and I can't decide whether it's a good thing or a bad thing) a rather ... A: Steven, I usually date these clocks around the turn of the century. However, I will do some ...
Pearl Grandfather clock	2/1/2009
Q: John, We have a Pearl Grandfather clock I bought my wife around 1980/81,We moved to Mt. 6 yrs ... A: Michael, The general rule is that if one of the weights is heavier than the other two equal ones it ...
VALUE OF HOWARD MILLER GRANDFATHER CLOCK	1/31/2009
Q: WE ARE LOOKING FOR AN APPROXIMATE VALUE OF A 56TH ANNIVERSARY hOWARD MILLER GRANDFATHER CLOCK ... A: Bob, I have stated on my Allexperts personal information that I do not give appraisals. I sometimes ...
RE: Gilbert	1/31/2009
Q: I now own a Gilbert clock that's been in my family for at least 60 years. My mom passed away and I ... A: In the old days, the oils dried faster than they do today. One of the aids was to place a small ...
Chime lever stuck	1/31/2009
Q: I've had an Emperor 455 with a model 199 cable driven movement since 1990 and never had a problem. ... A: Mary, having the clock for approximaely 18 years, you did not indicate whether you have had it ...
Clock Won't Chime	1/30/2009
Q: John- I have an Emperor Clock Model 451-050. It's a kit my father built years ago. It was working ... A: Jim, sometimes there are freak happenings in a clock, but I don't think what you did hurt anything. ...
model 1171-850 hermle movement	1/30/2009
Q: The chimes and striker are locked up and will not move.Can you tell me what might be wrong? A: Earl, check for the heavier or heaviest weight to be hung on the right (as you face the clock), if ...
Where to find someone who refinishes clock dials	1/30/2009
Q: My mother has an Seth Thomas Model E531-001 electric camel back clock. I believe that she got it in ... A: Chuck, I have looked at my references and cannot identify the style of Gilbert clock you have. The ...
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: Tom, this is an age-old problem that bugs us all. I don't know if it did this before you serviced ...
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: Jonathon, we have a rule in the clock business to never (almost never) say always or never. There ...
RE: Gilbert "Hawk" Kitchen Clock	1/29/2009
Q: I now own a Gilbert clock that's been in my family for at least 60 years. My mom passed away and I ... A: Randy, you have a nice clock! To set the alarm and strike, you have to understand that the clock ...
Replacement of quartz movement for Rexite pendulum wall clock	1/28/2009
Q: My Rexite Barbieri e Marianelli black "Contrattempo" Pendulum Wall Clock has stopped running, and I ... A: Coreen, I'm not sure of the configuration of the movement itself as far as mounting limitations or ...
chime spring on S.T. wind up	1/28/2009
Q: I have an old seth thomas wind up #480 that I need to replace the over wound chime spring. How do I ... A: Kathy, as I have mentioned on previous answers, I consider mainsprings "rattlesnakes". If you don't ...
Centurin 35 Day Clock	1/28/2009
Q: I cant seem to find ant info on the clock that I have. It does not look like any of the Centurion 35 ... A: Beth, there were literally tens of thousands of these Asian clocks made over the years, with ...
grandfather clock	1/27/2009
Q: i would like to know more about my grandfather clock. it has a simple look about it. its about 7 ft ... A: Casey, send me one photo of the complete front of the clock and, if possible, one of the back of the ...
Kassel 31 day clock	1/27/2009
Q: John: I have a Kassel 31 day clock that was left behind in my son's rental house. Besides being ... A: Bob, Can you send me a digital picture of the front of the clock? My email address is below. I have ...
Grandmother Clock	1/27/2009
Q: How do you release the weights so that the chimes will work. A: Freda, it works a little differently from that. The weights prower the clock functions. Generally ...
Viking Clock Co	1/26/2009
Q: I have a grandfather clock built by Viking Clock Co around 1987. It has a Hermle Black Forest ... A: Don, one of the most common problems stopping a clock is that it is out of beat. This is if the ...
Emperor Bracket Clock	1/26/2009
Q: Background info....not entirely important, but here none-the-less... I received this clock from my ... A: Travis, FYI, the moon dial on clocks has to do with the phases of the moon, not night and day. The ...
40 year old grandfather clock	1/26/2009
Q: I have a weight/pendulum Westminster Chimes mechanism which has the following inscription on the ... A: Ralph, first, the 451, manufactured by Hermle, has no jewels to replace. After looking at the ...
Emperor Clock not chiming	1/25/2009
Q: John, First of all I'd like to thank you for your willingness to volunteer your time and expertise. ... A: Russ, yes, there should be a cover over the movement. Years of accumulation of dust will mix with ...
Ridgeway Grandfather Clock Model 288	1/24/2009
Q: I have a Ridgeway Grandfather Clock Model 288 with movement 66010 and dial 03. I have not been able ... A: Robert, there could be a couple of issues here. First the running fast and irregular beat sounds ...
Pendulum stops swinging	1/24/2009
Q: I inherited a 1982 Pearl grandfather clock about 5 years ago. We moved it once, from my mother's to ... A: Sara, the only other thing to do is for you to send me a clear digital picture of the back of the ...
Hermle Movement swap	1/24/2009
Q: I have a Mantel clock with a Mermle 030-070 2Jewel movement The Mainspring when wound will not lock. ... A: Jose, I do not have an 030-070 listed in my Hermle catalog. It could be a discontinued model but I ...
Howard Milller #612-472	1/23/2009
Q: Mr Newman: I recently acquired a #612-472. It is identical (from pic on mfg Website) to ... A: Chris, I do not have all the cross references to Howard Miller clocks. On some models they need ...
Kassel 31 day clock	1/23/2009
Q: John: I have a Kassel 31 day clock that was left behind in my son's rental house. Besides being ... A: Bob, I apologize for the delay in my answer to you. I had a glitch in my computer and the emails ...
Howard Miller Nicholas 635-100	1/23/2009
Q: help please...I just put new batteries in this mantel clock and I can hear it ticking, but the arms ... A: Rebe, the battery powered clocks consist of plastic minute plastic gears and electronic circuits, ...
Lord Elgin Grandmother clock	1/22/2009
Q: I recently purchased a Elgin Grandmother clock. I understand Elgin is no longer in business,but ... A: Ian, I understand that Elgin never did really make clocks, but the "put them together" out of ...
Emperor clock	1/22/2009
Q: John, I purchased an Emperer kit in 1986 - Black Walnut, tall case. I finished the case, had ... A: Allan, I am familiar with the Emperor model 501 movement, but not the 502. It is a 5-tube tubular ...
Hermele clock mainspring question	1/22/2009
Q: Mr. Newman, last spring I purchased an original, unbuilt, Franklin Mint, York Minster Cathedral ... A: Joe, you have the right idea about the mainspring. Whether used or not for a period of time, the ...
Grand father clock	1/21/2009
Q: I bought a beautiful Howard Miller foor clock 610-160 It runs chimes beautifully but loses about 5 ... A: Mort, Before you start adjusting, you might want to check the pendulum hanging configuration. The ...
cleaning and oiling movement	1/21/2009
Q: Have a Kuempel Chime Works Clock with a Hermle movement. In the oiling procedure instructions it ... A: John, I cannot recommend non-approved chemicals for clock servicing. Sometimes the lubricants used ...
Emperor grandfather clock chimes sound flat	1/21/2009
Q: I have an emperor grandfather clock made in 1971, It ran down and I had to pull the movement to ... A: John, this usually happens when a movement is removed and replaced in the clock case. It does to me ...
ID Clock	1/20/2009
Q: A customer brought this clock in for service and I am try to get some data about the clock. It is a ... A: Pete, I do have a reference to a Junghans tambour around 13-1/2" high. This one was manufactured ...
Clock chain	1/20/2009
Q: John, thanks for taking the time to read this, I have a chain drive striking clock. It is peculiar ... A: Owen, I have just matched a chain to a sprocket on a grandfather clock made in the late 1800's. I ...
Pendulum stops swinging	1/19/2009
Q: I inherited a 1982 Pearl grandfather clock about 5 years ago. We moved it once, from my mother's to ... A: Sarah, there are a couple of things you have mentioned that puzzle me a little. I don't understand ...
pendulum leader on grandfather clock	1/19/2009
Q: I purchased a grandmother clock at an estate sale. The pendulum leader came of with the move I ... A: Suzanne, I think the name on the back is Emperor, not Empire. I could be mistaken. However, if you ...
Seiko Westminster Whittington	1/19/2009
Q: I have a Seiko desk/tabletop clock with the above name. The tag on the bottom reads SCKA Ref. ... A: Diana, any of those numbers could be the model number. One could be the movement module number and ...
old ansonia clock	1/18/2009
Q: Can you help me ID this clock? Date on face April 23, 1878. Ansonia Mfg Co. Time piece comes out of ... A: Mark, there's not much more I can do as far as identifying your clock. You have narrowed it down ...
King Arthur Clock (Franz Humle works)	1/18/2009
Q: We were thrilled to find a grandfather clock which was left in the garage for over 5 years. We ... A: Barbara, here's what we can do. I do not have any King Arthur manuals, but the company was a ...
grandfather clock lubrication	1/18/2009
Q: I have been told not to use WD40 or other penetrating oils on clock works. Why would this be bad to ... A: Jim, WD-40 is a water displacement product. The name comes from the description of 40 formulations ...
Mechanical double -bell strike mantle clock strike problems	1/17/2009
Q: I wonder if you could guide me. I have this Spring wound clock with double strike bells. The whole ... A: Mike, you didn't give me the manufacturer or model of the movement so I'll just give you some ...
Seth Thomas Westminister clock battery	1/17/2009
Q: I decided to change the battery for the new year (clock is 5 yrs old). Holds 2 C batteries. The ... A: Sally, I'm not sure what the question is, but first, as there were so many different types of these ...
Grandfather clock	1/16/2009
Q: John, My wife recently was given a Grandfather clock from her mother and father. They purchased ... A: Frank, without knowing the model of the clock movement (usually determined by the information on the ...
Hermle 341-020 K	1/15/2009
Q: John, this movement is in a Ridgeway regulator wall clock When I was winding the hours-chime spring ... A: Wayne, because of the dangers of working with mainsprings, I do not give procedures for working with ...
Emperor clock model 199m	1/15/2009
Q: John, When I changed the hour to standard time, somehow the chimes strike about 10 min before the ... A: George, the minute hand has a brass bushing on it which has a square hole. This fits on a the ...
clock schmeckenbecher	1/15/2009
Q: I inherited a Schmeckenbecher wall clock. It has been in storage for 8 years. I got it out today to ... A: Richard, unless you pulled the weights up so hard or fast and jammed the weights, that is not the ...
Hermle 1161-853 BS Movement issue	1/14/2009
Q: First I have to say I am pleased to find such a great resource and an expert in the area of my ... A: Kieran, You've done some good analysis of the problem and you're probably correct about the old ...
alaron 31 day ciock c=24	1/14/2009
Q: i did not wind this clock for about a year it was running find when i put it on the wall and now i ... A: Verna, if you can remove it from the case and reinstall it, you send it to me along with the hands ...
Emperor Grandfather clocked - moved	1/14/2009
Q: My father recently passed and I inherited the Emperor grandfather clock he built in 1973 - a model ... A: MarkRoy, the 200M (M stands for moon dial) would be a single Westminster chime. DON'T adjust the ...
Emperor Clock Model 120	1/13/2009
Q: John, I constructed my clock kit in 1980. The problem I am having is it will not chime at all. ... A: One of the things I forgot to ask was the manufacturer and model number of the movement. The ...
French Clock	1/13/2009
Q: I have this small clock that says "made in France". The outer case is silver , there appears to be ... A: John, send a photo of the back of the movement to my email address below. I will send an inquiry to ...
Oiling diagram for Hermle 451- 050	1/12/2009
Q: John, I recently purchased a Model 120 (circa '80s)that has the Hermle 451- 050 movement. I'm ... A: Paul, if you will email me at the address below, I will reply with a representative oiling diagram. ...
listing of wood parts/schematic?	1/12/2009
Q: I obtained a model 120 series clock kit having trouble identifying wood parts. Is there a sheet ... A: Tom, I have copies of the 120 assembly manual. If you will contact me at my email address below, I ...
Will not chime	1/11/2009
Q: I just purchased an old Westminster pendulum wall clock..It works except it does not chime..the 3 ... A: KD, not knowing the manufacturer of the movement or the history of the clock, as far as when or how ...
Emperor Clock Model 120	1/10/2009
Q: John, I constructed my clock kit in 1980. The problem I am having is it will not chime at all. ... A: Ron, check the chime hammers to see if they are all in alignment at rest. If not, the chime train ...
Clock Kit	1/10/2009
Q: Newman, I've been looking around for a kit to build a movement clock (I believe that's what it is ... A: Alexander, I apologize for not getting back to you sooner. I was tied up this weekend. I think you ...
moon dial on kauffman no. 413 Martha Washington model	1/9/2009
Q: I had placed this clock in storage for about four years, I recently got it out and started again. It ... A: David, no problem on the model number. The 451 portion was all I needed. However, the dials with ...
grandfather clock	1/9/2009
Q: My mother has a Henry Miller grandfather clock serial # 394151, dark oak or walnut in color. I ... A: Brenda, if you will look at my personal profile on Allexperts, I have stated that I do not do ...
moon dial on kauffman no. 413 Martha Washington model	1/8/2009
Q: I had placed this clock in storage for about four years, I recently got it out and started again. It ... A: David, I do not quite understand what you mean "operating the same rate as the hours." The Hermle ...
Ingraham Clock - Montclair model	1/7/2009
Q: I purchased this mantel clock at a consignment store for $4 because I loved the shape of the case ... A: Vivien, sounds like you got a good buy! I don't think you really need any parts. Also, parts for ...
Sligh Grandfather Clock Repair	1/7/2009
Q: While moving the part that holds the pendulum got lost and I need to know where I can get another ... A: Wayne, what you need what is called a hanger, leader or suspension arm. I will need the information ...
Tempus Fugit	1/7/2009
Q: I also inherited a Tempus Fugit Grandfather Clock several years ago. The model number on the back ... A: Tony, the "Tempus Fugit" (Latin for "Time Flies") is not a brand but a symbol on an arch dial where ...
morbier clocks	1/6/2009
Q: I own a Morbier, and am having difficulty figuring out how to hang it. it doesn't have hooks on the ... A: Barbara, I have worked on a few Morbier clocks with different hanging configurations. The ...
sleigh wall clock	1/5/2009
Q: john i have a sleigh wall clock that is not running. the main spring was replaced about 8 years ... A: Bart, there are a couple of things that can go wrong with the mainspring. The spring can actually ...
setting weight driven grandfather movement	1/4/2009
Q: I have just inherited a Mason and Sullivan (1970's) grandfather clock with weight driven triple ... A: Jeri, if the clock is chiming the correct quarters and the correct hour, the clock is set by gently ...
grandmother clock	1/3/2009
Q: My 3 wt. clock keeps perfect time and chimes properly; however it strikes sporadically . A slight ... A: JJ, the number you gave me should be the model number. However the Urgos numbers are usually UW and ...
grandmother clock	1/3/2009
Q: My 3 wt. clock keeps perfect time and chimes properly; however it strikes sporadically . A slight ... A: JJ, not knowing the model of your clock movement, I cannot verify the order or weight of the ...
resetting chime	1/3/2009
Q: I lost the instructions for my Waltham anniversay clock and need to know how to reset the chime. ... A: Karen, because of the many different types of quarz anniversary clocks and lack of documentation ...
Grandfather clock	1/2/2009
Q: I recieved this clock from my brother after he passed away he recieved it from our Father when he ... A: Mark in previous attempts to research the Hanson Clock Company, I have not found much information. ...
Centurion grandfather cloc k - 35 day	1/2/2009
Q: This clock has not been in use for several years. It is between 30 - 35 years old and was bought ... A: Karen, your clock was manufactured in Asia and some of these clocks have different winding patterns. ...
Mauthe 3 wt. movement	1/1/2009
Q: I have a 3 wt. Mauthe movement and it is different. the chime train is on the left (9 o'clock) side ... A: Tony, I'm not sure if you sent more than one photo, but I think that the Allexperts format only ...
Colonial Period Clock	1/1/2009
Q: I have a Joshua Humphreys tall case clock dating from the late 1700's. On the brass face it has his ... A: Max, as I do a lot of research follow up, and due to the limited number of questions on the ...
Franz Hermle Clock	1/1/2009
Q: Prattville, AL! Wow! I live just south of Nashville, TN, but moved here from Montgomery, AL in ... A: Marsha, if you look at the first line of the model information you should see a two-digit number, ...
Mauthe 3 wt. movement	12/31/2008
Q: I have a 3 wt. Mauthe movement and it is different. the chime train is on the left (9 o'clock) side ... A: Tony, I have worked on a couple of these with the "unconventional" chime train being on the left ...
Hermle Movements	12/31/2008
Q: I have a couple of "new" Hermle mechanical movements (almost 30 years old, but never used) and I am ... A: Jon, these are what we call NOS, or New "Old Stock" movements. Never been used but old. Are you ...
Franz Hermle Clock	12/31/2008
Q: Prattville, AL! Wow! I live just south of Nashville, TN, but moved here from Montgomery, AL in ... A: Marsha, Ridgeway, a division of Pulaski Furniture was located in Ridgeway, Virginia, until they were ...
Welby Mantel Clock	12/30/2008
Q: My Grandfather gave me a Welby Mantel Clock made in Great Britain when I was a small child. I am now ... A: Jesse, I do not do appraisals of clocks, but generally I would think the clock did have some worth, ...
Grandfather clock	12/30/2008
Q: I've just received an old grandfather clock as a gift. It has no manufacturer marking that I can ... A: Tim, any question is fine with me! Being unfamiliar with the clock, you are doing the right thing ...
Ridgeway clock not striking the right hour	12/29/2008
Q: My clock is chiming properly but not striking the right number of times for the hour. It is almost ... A: Regina, let the clock strike and count the number of strikes. Gently slip the hour around to that ...
Colonial Period Clock	12/28/2008
Q: I have a Joshua Humphreys tall case clock dating from the late 1700's. On the brass face it has his ... A: Max, I'm sorry for the delay, my computer was shut down by a rogue virus warning and I had to get my ...
Howard Miller Mason Mantle Clock	12/28/2008
Q: I recently ordered a Howard Miller key-wind Mason Mantle clock. I have a tendency to notice fine ... A: James, I just checked the alignment of six mantel clocks of different manufacturers in my showroom ...
Erhard Jauch Emperor Grandfather Clock	12/28/2008
Q: I was just recently given this grandfather clock and I do not know much about clocks so I am needing ... A: Sheri, the exact weights are no longer manufactured, but there are good or reconditioned ones ...
waltham pendulum clock setting the chimes	12/27/2008
Q: We have a Waltham regulator quartz chimes. We need to know how to reset the chime. The chime is ... A: Sherry, there are many manufacturers of quartz chiming clocks. there are also many different chime ...
oiling a grandfather clock	12/26/2008
Q: I have TREND grandfather clock. It runs well and strikes fine, Just need to know how and when to oil ... A: Gordon, I recommend that modern production clocks be serviced every 7 to 10 years. This includes ...
Howard Miller Mason Mantle Clock	12/26/2008
Q: I recently ordered a Howard Miller key-wind Mason Mantle clock. I have a tendency to notice fine ... A: Jams, I cannot tell you the reasoning of why this is happening. I am curious, so when I get back to ...
Colonial Period Clock	12/25/2008
Q: I have a Joshua Humphreys tall case clock dating from the late 1700's. On the brass face it has his ... A: Max, I will have to do some research on the maker of your clock when I get back to my shop next ...
Ridgeway grandfather clock	12/24/2008
Q: I inherited a Ridgeway clock without an instruction manual. I do not know the model name. ON a ... A: Denise, I apologize for the delay in my answer. I forgot to list my status as "on vacation". I ...
Questions on Emperor Clocks	12/24/2008
Q: Mr. Newman, My husband and I recently inherited a clock from his grandparents that was purchased at ... A: Casey, I was away from my computer and forgot to put my status on "vacation". An as I was in a ...
Kieninger & Obergfell "Kundo" clock	12/23/2008
Q: I have a Kundo clock that uses a "d" size battery. It was made in the 50's (I think). The clock runs ... A: Paul, the "bell" shaped thing is the pendulum bob and is adjusted for changing the rate of the ...
Linden Quartz Clock #7032	12/22/2008
Q: My dad had his clock fall. He has tightened it all back but it does not run. He would like it fixed. ... A: Linda, as most clock numbers of this type cannot be referenced, can you email me a photo of the ...
Questions on Emperor Clocks	12/22/2008
Q: Mr. Newman, My husband and I recently inherited a clock from his grandparents that was purchased at ... A: Casey, I'm sorry for the delay in my answer, but I had answered it and I just received a ...
Book--"This Old Clock"	12/22/2008
Q: In one of your answers to a question you said you could provide information on how to obtain a copy ... A: Randy, I will check tomorrow and give you the information as far as the availablility and the ...
Removing hour hand to remount weight chain	12/21/2008
Q: Howard miller - Barwick B4458 grandmother clock. Chain seperated while winding. Need to remount ... A: Walt, you might not have to remove anything. Which sprocket wheel did the chain come off? If it is ...
Pendulum replacement	12/21/2008
Q: John, Googled around and found your name. Have what I think is a King Arthur Clock Model #451 built ... A: Jim, the model 451 refers to the movement, not the clock. But what you gave me is the correct ...
Operator's Manuel	12/21/2008
Q: I have a Diplomat Clock Model #1450 and I would like to purchase a Operator's Manuel. If so, how ... A: Billie, there is very little published information available on these clocks. I would possibly have ...
clock plans	12/20/2008
Q: I have a clock movement 1151-050H with 3 weights and pendulum. Pendulum is 26"+ bob 4.5". Face dial ... A: Godfrey, there were many clock designs around the movement you have. It is Hermle triple-chime ...
clock repair - school	12/20/2008
Q: John Newman- I'm very interested in learning how to repair clocks. I would be willing to travel to ... A: Sil, I'd like to tell you that I'm ready to start my introductory clock repair school, but I'm still ...
Howard Miller key wound wall clock	12/20/2008
Q: Whenever my clock chimes, it has a funny vibrating sound. It didn't do this when we first hung it on ... A: Marcy, generally, when a sound is produced, it creates vibrations that are resonate with other ...
Getting the Back off an acrylic clock	12/19/2008
Q: I have a Howard Miller "Reminisce: table clock and the battery operated movement needs to be ... A: Shae, sometimes it is rather difficult to gain access to these clocks. I just received a 30" wall ...
clock setting	12/19/2008
Q: I have a sterling and noble battery operated clock. I seem to remember that you must set the clock ... A: Eric, I am not familiar with that type of setting procedure. There are many companies that ...
Herschede Model 294 DC Grandfather Clock	12/18/2008
Q: I have a Herschede Model 294 DC Grandfather Clock that I just purchased from a family friend. I ... A: Steve, I think what you are referring to are the weights rather than the chimes. As you face the ...
Clockmaker/Watchmaker career	12/18/2008
Q: I was hoping you could offer me some information. I would like to become a clockmaker/watchmaker. I ... A: John, Big Question! Long answer, which I need to have some time to digest into something not so ...
Junghans Clock	12/18/2008
Q: This clock belonged to my grandparents long before I was born. My grandfather was in the Army and ... A: Ed, this looks like one of the popular clocks made in Germany around the 1915-1935 era. Yours is a ...
Looking for colonial molyneux chains	12/17/2008
Q: Grandfather clock has now been sitting in my front room in Phoenix for 13 years at 5:22 where it was ... A: Scott, it wold help if you can identify the date of my correspondence of information to which you ...
Seth Thomas mantel clock	12/16/2008
Q: I have an old Seth Thomas mantle clock that has been in the family since 1925.It's been shelved and ... A: Bill, what is happening is that there is a trip mechanism for the chime or strike that has to lift a ...
coo coo clock	12/16/2008
Q: Have a coo coo that works ok except the music starts before the bird and will not stop until after ... A: Myron, the #25 cuckoo movement is a very common 30-hour Regula unit. There are many variations as ...
clock case glass	12/15/2008
Q: I recently bought a wall clock case only that appears to be original. The bottom of the glass says ... A: Kim, I don't know of a "union regulator". Of course there were Western Union regulators. When you ...
schoolhouse clock adjustment	12/15/2008
Q: I recently put up the schoolhouse clock that my Mom bought my Dad as an anniversary gift several ... A: Annie, the first thing to determine is if the clock has been running correctly for a while after ...
German Regulator wall clock kit part	12/15/2008
Q: My mother made the above wall clock from a kit from The Emperor Clock Company in Fairhope, Alabama. ... A: Kathleen, I'm sorry but I know of no remaining stock of that glass. The silkscreen design on the ...
Hook slipping on the shaft	12/14/2008
Q: We inherited this clock and after moving it 1200 miles, it no longer works. We have tried to look ... A: Karen, do you know the history of the clock in that was it running before you moved it? Were the ...
Emperor clock chimes	12/14/2008
Q: I just replaced the movement in an Emperor clock from around 1979. My problem is that the chimes ... A: Mesha, you have an exact replacement which is good. Now I know which movement you have, the weights ...
Emperor Grandfather with 300M triple Chime Restoration?	12/14/2008
Q: I bought an assembled Emperor Grandfather clock, Model 300M movement in 1976 at an Emperor show in ... A: Lane, I'm sorry for the mix-up. I was waiting for your reply to see if you were near them. I do ...
31 day Korean wind up clock/ chime problem	12/13/2008
Q: I have a nice Regulator imitation clock from Korea. It looks like an old school house clock but I ... A: Robert, it sounds like a worn part or gummy lubricant on the strike mechanism. Your strike ...
Emperor clock chimes	12/13/2008
Q: I just replaced the movement in an Emperor clock from around 1979. My problem is that the chimes ... A: Mesha, do you mean you replaced a new movement for one that has been in the clock since 1979? Most ...
Irregular chime pattern	12/13/2008
Q: Have a problem with my Waltham 31 chime wall clock. Keeps good time but the chime sequence is ... A: Bruce, I have a large backlog of work to do right now, but I think I can take a look at it. It ...
Irregular chime pattern	12/12/2008
Q: Have a problem with my Waltham 31 chime wall clock. Keeps good time but the chime sequence is ... A: Bruce, your Waltham 31-day clock is an Asian clock that uses a rack and snail mechanism for the ...
Emperor Grandfather with 300M triple Chime Restoration?	12/12/2008
Q: I bought an assembled Emperor Grandfather clock, Model 300M movement in 1976 at an Emperor show in ... A: There are two members of our Internet Clocksmiths Group in Arizona, one in Surprise and the other in ...
Waterbury Clock Identification	12/12/2008
Q: I hope you can help me/point me in the right direction. I was just given my great great grandfathers ... A: Lane, I don't have any information in my books on the Waterbury floor clock by that description. I ...
pendulum not swinging	12/11/2008
Q: this is a tempus fugit"urio" made in Germany serial no.uw320808 or 1176498 pendulum stops singing ... A: Frikkie, there can be many things causing clock not to work. I would need some history of the clock ...
Emperor Grandfather	12/11/2008
Q: Before my father passed away, someone gave him an Emperor grandfather clock cabinet to be assembled. ... A: No extra work, Cheryl. The movement components will work in either model. Contact me at my email ...
Oliver Hemming 410P5W Clock Loses Time	12/11/2008
Q: We purchased a trendy looking Oliver Hemming Clock - 410P5W. We were constantly changing the AA ... A: Chris, there are many unique quartz clocks out there, and a lot were manufactured on a limited basis ...
Emperor Grandfather	12/10/2008
Q: Before my father passed away, someone gave him an Emperor grandfather clock cabinet to be assembled. ... A: Cheryl, Emperor did have a model 110. I have documentation on most of the Emperor clocks and will ...
Emperor Clock	12/10/2008
Q: I have an Emperor Clock which was built from a kit in about 1977. A year ago the clock stopped when ... A: Bill, first, the weights are probably not stuck. This can only happen if they are forcibly jammed. ...
Emperor Grandfather	12/9/2008
Q: Before my father passed away, someone gave him an Emperor grandfather clock cabinet to be assembled. ... A: Cheryl, I will need to know the model of the clock to advise you on the correct movement. You will ...
Kassel 31-day clock -- isn't	12/9/2008
Q: We have a Kassel 31-day wall clock (identified as 31-day on the face of the clock) that runs only 16 ... A: You're welcome, Marian. In the clock business many of us consider the 31-day clocks overpowered ...
Seiko Anniversary clock qqf1488	12/9/2008
Q: It no longer keeps time-the minute hand moves ahead 2 seconds and then back 2 seconds. Where can I ... A: Patrick, what I am hearing is that the minute hand will move forward 2 ticks and then backwards 2 ...
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: If you are the same Dave that contacted me on my personal email, I will answer that question with a ...
Kassel 31-day clock -- isn't	12/8/2008
Q: We have a Kassel 31-day wall clock (identified as 31-day on the face of the clock) that runs only 16 ... A: Marian, the only thing I can think of is that you need to check to see if the clock is "in-beat". ...
Ladies Omega Deville mechanical wind up	12/8/2008
Q: my wife has an Omega Deville 625 movement,1960-1970 small wrist watch, mechanical 17 jewel ... A: Edward, as my personal profile states, I am not a watchmaker, and only answer questions on clocks. ...
order of Westminster chimes	12/7/2008
Q: I recently had my old grandfather clock repaired, and the person that did the repair can't seem to ... A: Betty, I do not understand your reply. Your clock has chimes which play the Westminster chimes and ...
order of Westminster chimes	12/7/2008
Q: I recently had my old grandfather clock repaired, and the person that did the repair can't seem to ... A: Betty, I need to know a little more detail. When you say the chimes are not in order, do you mean ...
Raised arabic number set	12/7/2008
Q: Help! I rescued a Granfather clock from a front porch, I have started to restore it. It has a Hermle ... A: Joe, as there were many sizes and styles of these numerals, the suppliers do not carry individual ...
Tempus Fugit Grandmother Clock	12/6/2008
Q: The chain where the weights are attached to is stuck in the mechanism. I cannot remove the 2 weighs ... A: Bob, The "Tempus Fugit" is not a brand, or model. It is a symbol on a globe which, in Latin means ...
Molyneux 1974 grandfather clock	12/5/2008
Q: John I just read your answer to moving a Molyneux cross country. It will help us greatly as we ... A: Don, there are many different keys for clock doors. I am not familiar with the Molyneaux locks. It ...
Kassel 31-day clock -- isn't	12/5/2008
Q: We have a Kassel 31-day wall clock (identified as 31-day on the face of the clock) that runs only 16 ... A: Marian, either there is a different movement in the case or there is something wrong with the ...
1984 Pearl Grandfather Clock	12/4/2008
Q: I was wondering what value this clock may have? It is my father's and is going up for auction this ... A: Julie, I have posted on my Allexperts personal information and answered in many questions that I am ...
Emperor Grandfather 501M	12/4/2008
Q: Your answer previously on site was of some help. I also have this clock. I would like to know how ... A: Dee, I have gone back for over 400 answers and I do not find any questions from you or with the ...
mantle clock franz hermle 340-020 two(2) jewels	12/4/2008
Q: i have a question for you, i have a gift from my father an mantle clock franz hermle 340-020 2 ... A: Theo, your English is very understandable. The winding is done in one direction only, clockwise. ...
age of clock	12/3/2008
Q: I have a family clock that has been given to me. It is a New Haven Clock- Tambour 56. Do you know ... A: Beb, the New Haven No. 56 that I have a listing on was manufactured around 1930. It has a flat top ...
Sligh Grandfather Clock	12/3/2008
Q: I have a Sligh Grandfather Clock, Model # 0979-1-ST, Movement is Sligh 3029, and Reg # is A. Can you ... A: Ed, I am researching the date of the Sligh. I might have an "0" numeral. If you can email me a ...
Linden 31 day clock	12/2/2008
Q: I found a Linden Clock in my grandmothers attic. I wanted know if you could tell me something about ... A: Anita, I have done some research on the information you included and cannot find anything on your ...
Tempus Fugit clock	12/2/2008
Q: I would like to know something about this clock. It has "tradition" written on the face dial. ... A: Gerald, the phrase, "Tempus Fugit" is Latin for "Time Flies." It is usually found on a silver globe ...
mechanism leveling w/cabinet	12/2/2008
Q: In order for my Sligh grandfather(mother?) clock to run, the cabinet has to be tilted to the left to ... A: George, it always helps to know the model of the movement to better understand the mechanism. But ...
Grandfather Clock cleaning	12/1/2008
Q: John, We have a 1975 Howard Miller grandfather clock that has provided years of trouble free use. ... A: Edward, you're welcome. Now that you are familiar with the field cleaning and lubricating ...
Grandfather Clock cleaning	11/30/2008
Q: John, We have a 1975 Howard Miller grandfather clock that has provided years of trouble free use. ... A: Edward, good job on the work you have done! If the bushings are worn and the clock is running, it ...
how to run down the chime feature	11/30/2008
Q: i have a centurion 35 day wall clock, the clock runs well the chime has gone nuts and will chime 30 ... A: Linda, I am sure this is an Asian clock. Striking clocks have a part called a gathering pallet ...
Hermle 0340-020 adjusting the time and chimes	11/30/2008
Q: I have a Hermle 0340-020 which I am repairing for my mother. Lubricating was done properly and it ... A: When you say it is about the right speed, did you do the adjustment? The reason I ask is that you ...
pendulum motor	11/29/2008
Q: I have a elgin anniversary clock that is about 20years old, the pendulum quit running I figure the ... A: Neil, there were many of these types of quartz clocks made with different bottom motor types. A lot ...
Re hanging pendelum	11/29/2008
Q: I have a Erhard Jauch grandfather clock movement and need to rehang the pendelum, but don't think I ... A: Richard, send a clear digital photo to my email address below and I'll check it out for you. Please ...
replacement of quartz movement 12888	11/29/2008
Q: We have a two-year old kitchen wall clock made in Taiwan, purchased from Crate and Barrel. It has a ... A: Mary, your information gives the dimensions in feet ('). I would think you mean inches ("). Let me ...
elgin westminster chime anniv. clock	11/28/2008
Q: my wife inherited above clock. it was probably from early to mid 1970's. would really like to get a ... A: Daniel, there were many different types of these battery powered clocks manufactured. The controls ...
Hamilton 340-020	11/28/2008
Q: My Hamilton, (Hermle) 340-020 will not run even with the balance wheel removed and the spring fully ... A: Dan, I don't know how much dismantling you did, but the time train will not turn freely with the ...
chiming clock too fast???	11/28/2008
Q: Our clock is completely wound all 3 keys and is set and chimes are correct but in 24 hour ... A: Sheryl, there are many types of clocks out there. I cannot tell you what can be done until I know ...
Seth Thomas 1/4 Hr electric westminster chime	11/27/2008
Q: Hampshire Hall Clock Model E702-004 115 Volts 60 cycles 2 Watts. Clock has stopped after making a ... A: Alvin, there is a diminishing availability of electric clock motor parts. First the exact problem ...
Where to find electric motor for Seth Thomas Clock	11/27/2008
Q: My mother has an Seth Thomas Model E531-001 electric camel back clock. I believe that she got it in ... A: S. LaRose went out of business a few years ago. Some suppliers I use are: Timesavers: ...
Clock Chime Problem	11/27/2008
Q: I have a mantle clock that has some problems with the chiming mechanism. It normally chimes on ... A: David, if you will contact me at my email address below with your phone number, we can arrange for ...
wall clock keeps stopping	11/26/2008
Q: ny trouble shooting procedure you can reccomend will be appreciated. ANSWER: Nick, without a ... A: Nick, your movement was made by Hermle, and is a time and strike unit geared for a 43 cm pendulum. ...
Tempus Fugit grandfather clock	11/26/2008
Q: I was given a grandfather clocked and was told it did not work. I set it, I thought, and it ran for ... A: Janemills, a floor clock has to be set up correctly to run. First, the movement has to be in good ...
Clock Chime Problem	11/26/2008
Q: I have a mantle clock that has some problems with the chiming mechanism. It normally chimes on ... A: David, I could not find any scenario that would match what was happening to your clock. However, ...
Emperor Grandmother clock salvage	11/25/2008
Q: I acquired an Emperor Grandmother clock from Goodwill today that someone had donated, probably out ... A: Hugh, my main function on Allexperts is to help clock owners with clock problems and find solutions. ...
Howard Miller Clock	11/25/2008
Q: I have a Howard Miller Model 622-238 clcok. It is about 25 years old. It keeps stopping even though ... A: Bob, your 151 (manufactured by Hermle in 1979) has been replaced by the 141. There are no changes ...
Oiling a grandfather clock	11/25/2008
Q: I have a modern grandfather clock that I know has not been properly oiled or cleaned for about ten ... A: Bob, there can be a number of things causing a clock to stop. To name a few, being out of beat, ...
wall clock keeps stopping	11/24/2008
Q: ny trouble shooting procedure you can reccomend will be appreciated. A: Nick, without a description, model number, or part numbers of the movement, I cannot start to tell ...
Jauch 81 - Dial and chimes	11/24/2008
Q: John - I found the subject movement new in a box at a tag sale. I want to make a case for it as a ... A: Christopher, the information you have provided on the movement does not give me the model, which ...
suspension spring replacement	11/23/2008
Q: I have model #4871 weight driven movement no.151 westminster chime, serial no. 111392 barwick clock ... A: Jennifer, The clock information will not have the correct information to identify the part. I need ...
Mising Works	11/23/2008
Q: John. I hope that you can direct me regarding replaceing authentic clock works for my 1890's gilt ... A: Linda, your clock would have had an 8-day spring driven movement. I don't think a watchmaker would ...
Grandfather Clock cleaning	11/23/2008
Q: John, We have a 1975 Howard Miller grandfather clock that has provided years of trouble free use. ... A: Edward, I suggest that a clock be serviced every 7 to 10 years. This does slow the wearing of the ...
Tempus	11/22/2008
Q: I have a grandfather clock that appears to be a "Tempus" brand but cannot find any information about ... A: Mike, "Tempus" is part of the phrase "Tempus Fugit" which in Latin means, "Time Flies." It is ...
grandfather clock, door lock.	11/21/2008
Q: I am looking for a door lock system for a grandfather clock, it is a clock from Emperor Clock Co. ... A: Larry, I can probably fix you up with one. Do you know if the clock was an Emperor model 120? That ...
300M Chime gear adjustment	11/21/2008
Q: I have a 300M movement that I purchased in 1976. Over the years the screws on the chime mechanism ... A: George, I have not seen too many star cams bent. The only way I know of that happening would be ...
Hermle 0340-020 setting the time	11/21/2008
Q: I have a Hermle 0340-020 which I am repairing for my mother. Lubricating was done properly and it ... A: Renee, when you say you want to set the time correctly, do you mean setting the time, or do you mean ...
Enfield oak mantel clock	11/20/2008
Q: Is there a US source for chapter ring, bezel and curved glass that fits these English mantel clocks. ... A: Dan, we usually look for used parts for these clocks. The clock supplies have some reproductions, ...
Long Clock	11/20/2008
Q: My Grandparents have a beautiful grandfather clock we will be selling at an estate sale, I have ... A: Cara, I have searched through my resources and cannot find anything on Weber associated with a (I ...
Searching for a model identification	11/20/2008
Q: I have been searching for a grandfather clock to add to my small collection. I once saw a picture ... A: Carolyn, I cannot remember seeing anything like this. I just don't know where to look. Most of my ...
Pearl Grandfather Clock	11/19/2008
Q: I purchased a Pearl Grandfather Clock for my parents in 1984. Has three weights and keeps good ... A: Glen, are you sure of the error of the chimes in your statement? If the strike is off by the same ...
Adjusting time	11/19/2008
Q: My clock is loosing time. It has a plus and minus on the back. Which way to I turn the screw to ... A: Trish, as there are different types of clocks out there, I do not know to which model you are ...
Clock Chime Problem	11/18/2008
Q: I have a mantle clock that has some problems with the chiming mechanism. It normally chimes on ... A: David, I'm not sure what the problem is. The chime function has a feature that self-synchronizes ...
Clock Problem	11/18/2008
Q: My father's Emperor grandfather clock has a problem. The works is Hermle Black Forest Clocks ... A: Linda, this can or cannot be a problem. Was the clock running before the weight was pulled up? ...
300M Chime gear adjustment	11/17/2008
Q: I have a 300M movement that I purchased in 1976. Over the years the screws on the chime mechanism ... A: George, thank you for the scan. I do have copies of the manuals, but a PDF file helps. On the ...
winding key for clocks	11/17/2008
Q: Perhaps you can help me. I have a SMITHS 7/8 day mantle clock, made in Great Britain. The clock is ... A: Mary, there are about 8 different size keys available. Wherever you purchase a key for your clock, ...
Ridgeway 5203	11/16/2008
Q: I bought this clock at a garage sale for 10 dollars, where do I buy parts for it? How much would it ... A: Joe, there is very little information available on the selling prices, then or now, of modern ...
Where to find electric motor for Seth Thomas Clock	11/15/2008
Q: My mother has an Seth Thomas Model E531-001 electric camel back clock. I believe that she got it in ... A: Charles, tehre are a few reasons that these make noise, one of course being that the rotor shaft ...
Emperor Grandfather clock	11/15/2008
Q: We just got our Emperor Grandfather clock back from a clock repair person a week ago. We had the ... A: Deb, let me try to comment on a few things that I think might be a little incorrect. I'm not sure ...
part needed for Ethan Alle Grandfather Clock	11/14/2008
Q: John, I was given a great Grandfather clock by a relative but it is in need of a very small part. ... A: Greg, I think what you need is a suspension spring. There are two ways to determine the correct ...
Hermle Chime & Pendulum Quartz	11/13/2008
Q: I spotted a question similar to this, but can you verify please? The hour chime is correct, within a ... A: Anddrewd, from your description, the movement is defective. On all mechanical and quartz clocks I ...
Federal Grandfather Clock	11/12/2008
Q: WHERE CAN I GO TO GET AN APPROX VALUE OF MY CLOCK (REPLICA) PURCHASED IN 1986 THRU AMERICAN EXPRESS ... A: Elsie, I don't know what happened, but I sent my answer and I guess it did not send. As I am not a ...
H.A.C. 14 Day Strike Serial No 3235	11/12/2008
Q: My husband purchased the clock from an estate sale for $50.00 and we are interested in restoring it. ... A: Lanie, The H.A.C. stands for the Hamburg-American Company. You can find a little information by ...
Sligh grandfather clock moon dial	11/12/2008
Q: I have a 3-year old Sligh grandfather clock (movement # 500-0029). I cannot set the moon dial ... A: Bob, the limits are within a couple of hours a day when the pin on the gear are engaged in the teeth ...
emperor clock	11/11/2008
Q: My emperor grandfather clock was built in 1975 and has run faithfully for all these years. Recently ... A: Lana, it could be that it was knocked out of beat. If this happened, it would go ...
diplomat model 1200	11/9/2008
Q: sir, I was given a diplomat model 1200 grandfather clock several years ago. It is not working, and ... A: Mike, first, there are many reasons a clock will not work. Some are simple, others are complex. I ...
Another Heanina	11/9/2008
Q: I also have a Heanina (spelled correctly) #127425 with the following stamped as well: DRPa and MTT ... A: Ted, I cannot find any reference to a Heanina clock I have researched. I will try my Internet ...
Franz,Hermle Mantle Clock - I know nothing and don't want to break it!	11/8/2008
Q: I'm really hoping you can help me. I love clocks and have inherited a Franz Hermle mantle clock as ... A: Dulcie, your Hermle was manufactured in 1979, has a balance wheel regulator and should be wound once ...
Emperor movement replacement	11/8/2008
Q: I have an Emperor clock with Jauch movement with number 77 1 78 and 433761 on the back. The clock ... A: I received your email and will respond. John Newman THE VILLAGE CLOCKSMITH Old Prattvillage ...
Colonial Grandfather clock fails to chime	11/7/2008
Q: My wife inherited a vintage 1970's Colonial of Zeeland Grandfather clock which fails to fully chime ... A: Jim, sometimes it is difficult to diagnose problems on clocks that have been recently acquired due ...
Trend grandfather Clock	11/7/2008
Q: A tenant of mine left behind a Trend grandfather clock. In the base was the original Installation, ... A: Ellen, there are weights available. If you will give me all the information found on the back plate ...
Emporer 451-050H Grandfather Clock	11/7/2008
Q: How do we properly stop and start the chimes? Thanks for your response. A: Mike, thanks for identifying the movement, which is a Hermle Westminster model. The way you stated ...
Forestville clock runs fast	11/6/2008
Q: John - I also have a Forestville that runs fast. It belonged to a grandparent, and the manual is ... A: Chris, what you describe is an anniversary or 400-day clock. Most of these have a wheel about the ...
Old Electric Clock	11/6/2008
Q: I'm from Auburn. My mom recently inherited an old electric clock from her grandmother that she ... A: Dan, I can't tell too much from the picture as far as authenticity, but I think that the case might ...
Emperor movement replacement	11/6/2008
Q: I have an Emperor clock with Jauch movement with number 77 1 78 and 433761 on the back. The clock ... A: George, I'm sorry about your experience with the clock. For a little history, these movements are ...
Emperor grandfathers clock	11/5/2008
Q: We moved my mother and her clock to our home, The middle chime lost it's chain, I have it but do ... A: Linda, first I have to know the manufacturer and model number of the movement. This information can ...
grandfather clocks	11/5/2008
Q: My grandfather recently passed away. One of the things I received from his estate was a grandfather ... A: Joseph, it could be that there is a burr on a gear, a bit of debris somewhere, or as you suggest, ...
looking for a paticular clock	11/4/2008
Q: I do not know if you will be able to help me or not. I am looking for a particular clock and have ... A: Jamie, I have checked some resourses and have not come up with anything. I have seen them before. ...
grandfather clocks	11/4/2008
Q: My grandfather recently passed away. One of the things I received from his estate was a ... A: Joseph, as you probably don't know the past running history of the clock, I'll give you a series of ...
Ridgeway Grandfather Clock	11/3/2008
Q: Can you tell me where to find the model number on these clocks? I have no idea what we have and ... A: Sharon, first look inside the clock near the back of the dial on either side. Some of these clocks ...
pendulum clock parts	11/3/2008
Q: John - I have an erhard - jauch full quarter grandfather westminster chime movement installed in a ... A: John, as there were different Jauch models, can you send me the information found on the back of the ...
Emperor Clock	11/3/2008
Q: I have an Emperor Clock that I rec'd from my Father. I am trying to get it going, but the pendulum ... A: Vince, I have the suspension springs, or I can give you suppliers and part numbers. Email me at the ...
Emperor Grandfather Clock Set Up	11/2/2008
Q: I have a Model 300 Emperor Grandfather clock that I purchased and built from a kit in the 1980's. I ... A: Dan, the general rule is that if one weight is heavier than the other two equal ones, the heavier ...
Howard Miller won't chime	11/2/2008
Q: I have a Howard Miller wall clock that won’t chime. I was setting up the clock and I think I ... A: Phil, changing the chime selection lever should not be done while the chimes are operating. ...
Bell Clock Company	11/1/2008
Q: I, too, own a Bell Cock ship's clock that stopped working. After much research, I found the ... A: Marion, I'm not sure you have a question, but I can use information like that for future answers. I ...
Elgin Westminster Chime Anniversary clock	11/1/2008
Q: My clock keeps time perfectly. However, the number of chimes doesn't coordinate with the time. (3 ... A: George, what has probably happened is that the hour hand was slipped when the clock was being set. ...
Urgos 32319 movement chime silence operation	10/30/2008
Q: Mr. Newman, I recently inherited an older Barwick tall case clock that contained an Urgos 32/1A ... A: John, I have not worked on this model movement yet. However, it looks like he lever you outlined ...
Clock running slow A403-001	10/29/2008
Q: I have a 1982 Seth Thomas clock running slow after I cleaned and lubricated it. I did use a quality ... A: Maurice, You are correct on the identification of the Hermle 350-060. Your clock has what is known ...
Grandfather Clock	10/29/2008
Q: I just received a Grandfather clock from my aunt & am not sure what to do with it. Should we have ... A: Cara, you did not say if there was anything wrong with it. Is it running or what? I cannot cross ...
Pendulum clock kit	10/29/2008
Q: Do you still sell the "My First Clock", if so please give me the details soI can order one. A: Nick, I don't have any in stock right now. Try Timesavers, www.timesavers.com. They carry them ...
Remote melody maker trigger.	10/28/2008
Q: I am trying to fix a Elgin quartz anniversary clock. It uses a remote Westminster melody maker which ... A: Will, there are many different designs of these quartz clock movements. As they are rather ...
Ansonia Wall Clock	10/28/2008
Q: I just bought this clock and noticed it has a paper dial. Is this the way they should be, or should ... A: James, I believe you have the Ansonia Regulator "A" model. The original dial was paper. I cannot ...
Emperor Grandfather	10/28/2008
Q: I've always wanted a grandfather clock and recently picked up an Emperor Model 501M, 9 Tubular, ... A: Jack, I do not have production figures, but the 501M would not be considered rare, it is just that ...
skeleton key	10/25/2008
Q: I Recently broke my key off in my briton grandfather clock. ive been searching for a key and lock ... A: Dan, I do have lock and key sets. There are a couple of ways to determine which way to go on this. ...
Seth Thomas A401-003 Westminster chime clock	10/24/2008
Q: Where may I find a wind-up key (or appropriate tool) for a Seth thomas 8 day clock with westminster ... A: Joe, the three winding arbor holes are: Left (as you face the clock)for strike, center for time and ...
Ridgeway Clock "Tempus Fugit"	10/24/2008
Q: I have a Grandmother clock made by Ridgeway Tempus fugit on the dial inside the clock on the back of ... A: David, I am out of state and do not have access to the Internet with my computer. I am using ...
tempus fugit ethan allen grandmother clock/floor clock	10/23/2008
Q: My name is Alisa and my husband and i just received a grandmother clock from his father. It has been ... A: Alisa, I am out of state and do not have access to the Internet from my computer. I am using ...
clock	10/22/2008
Q: We have a grandfather clock. It has a urgos movement number 66018. Occasionally it will run for ... A: Kent, you are correct. If the second hand is at the same place when the ticking diminishes, there ...
HAC Clock	10/22/2008
Q: How can I identify my HAC 1 day Time piece year of Manufacture? I can't get much info on the ... A: Gary, I have done some research on HAC before and did not find too much information on dating their ...
locating the manufacturer	10/22/2008
Q: Our city of Calicut (India) has a 1929 made wall clock on a hospital building. The clock, which has ... A: CK, please reply to my email address as I will be travelling for about a week and, because of the ...
locating the manufacturer	10/21/2008
Q: Our city of Calicut (India) has a 1929 made wall clock on a hospital building. The clock, which has ... A: CK, I will check with my Internet Clocksmiths Group and see if anyone has any information on the ...
Emperor Grandfather clock	10/20/2008
Q: I have an emperor grandfather clock that my father-in-law built and gave to us that is about 15 ... A: Linda, if it hasn't been serviced in the last 7 to 10 years, the oils are probably dried up and ...
month running comtoise	10/20/2008
Q: Is it possible for a comtoise to only strike the hours and the repeat but not the half hours.? Many ... A: John, I have checked with my Internet Clocksmiths group and it is the consensus that the Comtois ...
Tempus Fuget 3 chain Grandfather clock	10/19/2008
Q: Please Help! My wife and I have been married 4 years and she has a Tempus Fuget 3 chain grandfather ... A: Butch, your movement was manufactured by Juach. They are no longer in business. These models have ...
frank hermle clock	10/19/2008
Q: the clock is in working condition and needs a key to wind it. A: Rebecca, your clock is known as a mantel clock. Most of these similar to yours are Westminster ...
Ansonia cast iron clock	10/19/2008
Q: John, I just bought a Ansonia clock at Goodwill. Based on a little image searching on the web, I ... A: Rhonda, when you say the "lever above the 12 with SF on either side", is it a lever or a small ...
Emperor Clock Movement, Pendell 110 cm	10/18/2008
Q: Can you recommend a grandfather clock movement that will replace the Pendell 110 cm movement that ... A: William, there is a conversion kit for the "Pendell 110cm" movement which was manufactured by Jauch, ...
Salem 8 day ship's clock	10/16/2008
Q: My faithful ship's clock seems to need a mainspring. It will wind a bit--part way and then slip ... A: Bob, if the mainspring is wound and as long as you hold the key and then unwinds, the mainspring is ...
Ridgeway UW66010	10/16/2008
Q: I can't seem to get this clock going.. I was wondering if before I got it it was over wound. Not ... A: Tim, the only way a weight driven clock can be overwound is that the weights are pulled up so hard ...
Enamel dial for a Schatz Anniversary Clock	10/15/2008
Q: I was toying with the idea of going in for a Schatz Anniversary clock which is for sale; ... A: Frankmartin, first, I do not know of any source for these painted parts from supppliers. These ...
Ridgeway clock Pendulum	10/15/2008
Q: I had a Ridgeway Grandfather clock given to me. However, the pendulum got damaged in storage. Where ... A: Domer, the last reference book Ridgeway put out before Ridgeway was bought out did not list the GN ...
Perfut Mantle Clock	10/15/2008
Q: I have a Perfut Mantle Clock with a 69 FHS 340-020 movement made in Germany possibly in the 30's. ... A: Rob, each function (time, chime and strike) is separate but linked together. When the time reaches ...
Need new clock Mechanism	10/14/2008
Q: I have an older REGULATOR Wall clock from Harris & Marrow. I replaced the Battery drive mechanism ... A: Russ, I can't tell you the exact replacement movement for your clock, especially if it is a ...
Perfut Mantle Clock	10/14/2008
Q: I have a Perfut Mantle Clock with a 69 FHS 340-020 movement made in Germany possibly in the 30's. ... A: Robert, the movement in your clock was manufactured in 1969 by Franz Hermle and Sohn, now known as ...
Waltham wall clock chimes	10/10/2008
Q: I've been reading other answers about chimes being off and suspect I know what's wrong, but am ... A: Jaclynn I am out of state and my laptop has malfunctioned. I am using someone else's computer to ...
Clock info	10/10/2008
Q: Jim A: Jim, I am out of state and my laptop has malfunctioned. I am answering this on someone else's ...
Howard Miller Mantel Clock 4998	10/9/2008
Q: I recently acquired a Howard Miller Mantle (Bracket) Clock model #4998. I cannot find any ... A: Don, I am out of state and my laptop has malfunctioned. I am using someone else's computer to delay ...
Inherited clock	10/9/2008
Q: I inherited a Howard Miller grandfather clock. Model #610-274 with a #159 Triple Chime. The clock ... A: Janet, I am out of state and my laptop has malfunctioned. I am using someone else's computer to ...
Howard Miller clock	10/9/2008
Q: I would like to know more about a clock that my in laws purchased in 1984. It is a Howard Miller, ... A: Beatrice, I do not give values of clocks as I am not a certified appraiser. Howard Miller clocks ...
escape wheel	10/8/2008
Q: I need an escape wheel for new haven clock-with open escapement, porcelain case. 31 teeth 23.7mm ... A: Steve, I might have one. I have some New Haven parts. I will also check with my Internet ...
31 day clock runs slow	10/8/2008
Q: We received as a gift last year a Kassel 31 day clock made in China. It has two wind ups for the ... A: Sandra, usually the reason a mechanical clock runs slow is that the pendulum is too long. If it has ...
Moon Dial	10/8/2008
Q: We bought a Howard Miller floor clock, Model #610-160, at an estate sale. It keeps perfect time but ... A: Marianne, I believe it is possible to replace your TF (we call it that, as the arch usually has a ...
Help with identification	10/7/2008
Q: I purchased a mantel clock recently and can find no information about it I am hoping you can help in ... A: Pam, I'm probably not going to be able to help you too much on identifying your clock. The only ...
HERMLE Black Forest Clock -- missing hanger and suspension spring	10/7/2008
Q: I have a grandfather clock (made about 1980?). the back says: 80 Emperor Clock Co. By HERMLE Black ... A: Twyla, thanks for giving me such good information on your clock movement. I will check on the specs ...
Grandfather Clock does not Chime	10/7/2008
Q: I read your response to a similar problem from April 3rd 2007. I have a clock that appears to match ... A: John, this question just appeared on my computer, which I believe I answered by requesting your ...
clock springs	10/5/2008
Q: I need to put a new spring in a clock I have dismantled. Do I need to clean the spring and oil it ... A: Ray, I don't know if you are a clockmaker or not, and the reason I mention it is that I cannot give ...
westminster clock	10/5/2008
Q: I have a grandfather clock that is German, supposedly made in 1879 in Berlin. On the works, all ... A: Ed, is the dial a 12" brass dial with Arabic numerals? Can you send me a digital photo of the front ...
Wm. L. Gilbert Clock Citizen #22	10/5/2008
Q: I have one of these clocks and it ran great for about 8 days. Then I tried to wind the winder on the ... A: Brenda, if the clock ran for 8 days and the mainspring on the right cannot be moved, try winding it ...
Hamilton Anniversary Clock pendulum	10/4/2008
Q: Although it keeps perfect time, the balls have stopped turning. Can you solve my problem? A: Fred, you didn't give any information on the type, model number or whether it was a mechanical wind ...
Linden Clock	10/4/2008
Q: John, In a previous answer regarding a Linden wall clock, you wrote, "The three holes are for ... A: Tom, I'm sorry about your hand, I've been there! Thanks for sharing your story. Winding caution ...
Seiko wall clock	10/3/2008
Q: I bought an antique clock recently, and do not have a problem with it mechanically but want to know ... A: Betty, Seiko does still make wall clocks and there are a few Seiko antique wall clocks around. The ...
Hermle Black Forest Clock	10/3/2008
Q: I'm so glad I found this site. I have a grandfather clock with the Hermle Black Forest works. Here ... A: Roger, you gave all the good information. You have a broken suspension spring. You can obtain one ...
Clock runs fast.	10/1/2008
Q: I have a Beth Thomas clock which was serviced a short while ago. It run fast and I'm not sure ... A: Roger, I cannot evaluate your problem until you tell me what the model of the clock is. There are a ...
Seth Thomas mantel A403-001 loses time	10/1/2008
Q: I recently replaced the main spring barrel on my Seth Thomas A403-001 mantel clock. It works fine ... A: Ed, the movement was manufactured by Hermle and is a model 350-060. There is an adjustment for the ...
mantle clock strikes one	9/29/2008
Q: I have an old mantle clock that chimes on the quarter, half and on the hour. It chimes so nicely but ... A: Carol, I'm not sure about the tipping front and back. I have never heard of that before unless ...
79 emperor grandfather clock	9/29/2008
Q: I have grandfather it say's 79 made for emperor clock company by hermle black forest clocks 451-050H ... A: Joy, make sure the weights are hung correctly. As you face the clock, and the pendulum is a wood ...
1/4 hour chimes	9/29/2008
Q: I have a Emperor grandfather clock Model# 461-05311 it has a 79 above the model number and some ... A: Leonard, I just replaced one of these worn units. If you will send me your email address I will ...
Emperor/Jauch	9/28/2008
Q: I built an Emperor G-father clock w hich was shipped with a Jauch 77 274 254972. Facing the clock, ... A: Gary, The ratchet on the chain sprocket has failed and there are good used replacements for these. ...
colonial molyneux ser # 8309794	9/28/2008
Q: John I have oiling instructions that came with the clock 20+ years ago(never been oiled)-- I want to ... A: Wes, care has to be taken, but if a seconds hand was installed, it will come off. However, it has ...
Schatz Ship Bell Clock	9/28/2008
Q: I have a Schatz Mariner Ship Bell Clock and the clock was serviced by a "clock expert" in Chula ... A: John, I and clockmakers I know do repair these clocks. Labor rates and parts do vary, depending on ...
No Tic Toc	9/27/2008
Q: The Grandfather Clock my parents had built for them by a friend in the early 70's was recently ... A: Vickie, before I can help you I need information on the clock movement as far as the model number of ...
Sligh Grandfather Clock	9/26/2008
Q: I have recently purchased the following clock but I have not been able to find out any information ... A: Jim, I do not have any cross reference information on the model labels of these clocks. The ...
Daneker Cumberland off time	9/25/2008
Q: I have seen your name listed with some good answers. The Daneker Grandmother clock was off time for ... A: If the strike is off consistently one hour for each strike, you need to let it strike and count the ...
Stopped clock...	9/25/2008
Q: I rescued an old clock from someone who was discarding it, and figured I might be able to refinish ... A: Kevin, the Ansonia Clock Company made clocks from the mid to late 1800's up into the first quarter ...
Wall clock motor	9/24/2008
Q: I am currently the maintenance mechanic of a school building, we have telesonic quartz wall clocks ... A: Dennis, with one exception, I have never heard of a quartz clocks dying (immediately) from a dead ...
Alaron C-24 Key	9/24/2008
Q: My grandmother recently moved up to live with us and in the move, she lost the key to her Alaron ... A: Carolyne, because of the variations of winding arbors on clocks, it is best to take the clock to a ...
setting clock	9/24/2008
Q: how do you set a tempus fugit grandfather clock? A: Kenny, first, the phrase "Tempus Fugit" has nothing to do with the model of the clock. It is at the ...
howard miller clock 610-230	9/23/2008
Q: I know nothing about this clock it was a gift it has no instrctions was wandering if I could turn ... A: Scott, my Howard Miller catalog information does not go back as far as the 610-2xx series. There ...
grandmother clock chime repair	9/23/2008
Q: After moving my clock 1300 miles, I was happy that it arrived safely and is working well with one ... A: Barbara, I do not recognize any of the numbers you have given me that are on the backs of clock ...
grandmother clock chime repair	9/23/2008
Q: After moving my clock 1300 miles, I was happy that it arrived safely and is working well with one ... A: Barbara, give me the information found on the back of the clock movement and I can probably tell you ...
atomic clock parts	9/22/2008
Q: do you know of a location to obtain some hands/mounting hardware for Hechinger atomic battery ... A: James, mounting could be done with double-sided tape. Manufacturers are now using this method. As ...
1161-853BS Hermle Movement - Continues run	9/22/2008
Q: I just purchased a used Sligh Grandfather with a 3 chime Hermle movement 1161-853BS. It is cable ... A: Ben, you gave me the correct information on the movement and a good description of the problem. ...
Grandfather clock Hermel	9/21/2008
Q: I have a Hermel Black Forest grandfather clock with chimes. I bought the clock and case for 10.00, ... A: Your Hermle is a weight/chain movement which requires the left (as you face the clock) and center ...
Hermle 2214	9/21/2008
Q: The minute hand quit advancing. I've replaced the batteries at least twice. The pendelum works, as ... A: Scott, pulsing back and forth indicates a weak battery or a defective movement. Since you have ...
Clock and Cabinet Keys	9/21/2008
Q: When I recently moved, the keys to my grandfather clock were lost. I am looking for a key to open ... A: Darlene, on the door key, clock companies used a few variations of clock door locks/keys and the ...
Clock movement	9/20/2008
Q: we bought a lenox mantle clock at a yard sale that wasnt working. The movement piece says "Tochigi ... A: Ron, I'm not familiar at all with the clock, but there are a lot of similarities in clocks. It ...
replacement pendulum	9/20/2008
Q: My grandmother clock's pendulum broke. The screw broke off and it no longer holds the disk in ... A: John, I am not familiar with the clock by these numbers. Send me the information on the back of the ...
Ridgeway Grandfather Clock, Model #7646	9/19/2008
Q: Can you help with information on this clock? Serial#91011500, Dial FE, MVMT CF, Finish coak/U4, ... A: Larry, did you just receive this clock or can you give me a history of the chime failure? Usually ...
Question on Emperor Clock	9/19/2008
Q: I am hopping you can help me. I was handed down a Emperor-Hermle Black Forest Clock Model 451-050 H. ... A: Joni, determining why a clock doesn't work requires more than starting off with cleaning. First The ...
Verichron school clock	9/19/2008
Q: Purchased this battery powered clock in 1977. It has a pendulum, too. It now no longer will keep ... A: Sarah, from just the brand, Verichon, I cannot tell what type of movement you have. Is it a battery ...
ansonia mantle clock	9/18/2008
Q: Iam resident on the island of Rhodes Greece and am trying to find a clock repair service for the ... A: Amanda, I probably have the parts for your clock. I think I know what parts you are talking about. ...
Adjusting day and date change	9/18/2008
Q: I have a German standing regulator which I got back in 1984. The problem is that the day and date ... A: Well, Larry, I was hoping that it would be the simple one. Off the top of my head I am not familiar ...
Adjusting day and date change	9/17/2008
Q: I have a German standing regulator which I got back in 1984. The problem is that the day and date ... A: Larry, I would have some additional questions about the clock before being sure about what to do. ...
grandfather clock running to fast	9/17/2008
Q: The bob on the pendulum has been extended as far as it will go. The clock still gains a minute an ... A: Bob, you state that the bob has been lowered as far as it will go. Make sure that when you loosen ...
Linden clock	9/17/2008
Q: I have my parents wall clock which is a windup clock with a pendulum. It is not an antique, but it ... A: Carol, there are a few clocks that are made under the name "Linden". One type is a 31-day which is ...
ansonia mantle clock	9/16/2008
Q: Iam resident on the island of Rhodes Greece and am trying to find a clock repair service for the ... A: Amanda, I'm sorry, but I do not have anyone on my list in Greece. I have send an inquiry to my ...
Grandfather clock Hermel	9/15/2008
Q: I have a Hermel Black Forest grandfather clock with chimes. I bought the clock and case for 10.00, ... A: Charles, I am sorry about the mix-up. I went back in the Allexperts archives and found your ...
uw32/1a new listing uw32319	9/15/2008
Q: I was given this clock by a close relative and it seems to be well looked after other than not being ... A: Glen, okay, that's the information I need. The lightest or lighter weight would go on the left side ...
Replacement key for Waltham Regulator wall clock	9/14/2008
Q: I have a Waltham Regulator 31 day chime clock purchased in the late 1980s or early 1990s - it's a ... A: Anita, there are a few different sizes of keys. Most of the Asian 31-day clocks use the same size ...
uw32/1a new listing uw32319	9/14/2008
Q: I was given this clock by a close relative and it seems to be well looked after other than not being ... A: Glenn, there could be a couple of reasons for it not working. First I need to know what you mean by ...
Antique Brass clock	9/13/2008
Q: I have a small(3 1/2 inches tall) brass alarm clock and I cannot seem to find much info on it. The ... A: Staci, I have done a little research and have not come up with any information on your clock. It is ...
Viking Regulator	9/13/2008
Q: If not do you work on them? I built this one back in the 80s and it is now giving me a hard time. ... A: Robert, great photo and information. I am familiar with that movement. If you want to send it to ...
viking regulator	9/13/2008
Q: we bought a Viking regulator at an estate sale and it is missing the pendulum and bob. We have a ... A: Marilyn, I am familiar with the movement but photos would help. Send one of the complete front of ...
Young Town Quart	9/12/2008
Q: I also am looking for a source to purchase a quartz movement for a Young Town Quartz movement ... A: Carrie, I imagine you are describing the hour, minute and seconds hands. What you need to do is ...
waltham clock	9/12/2008
Q: I recently purchased a wall clock from an antique store. I don't think it is an antique, bought it ... A: Carol, I sometimes buy clocks just because I like them and no other reason. You are correct about ...
Sligh clock chimes	9/11/2008
Q: I have a Sligh clock that chimes on each quarter. It has a Hermel 340-020 movement. The clock was ... A: KC, turn the minute hand through the quarters, allowing each one to chime until it gets to the hour ...
Sligh Grandfather Clock Model 0959-1-cm	9/10/2008
Q: John, I know you do not value clocks but do you know a place where can I go to get an approximate ... A: Jack, as your clock is a modern production clock, I don't know who could give you an estimate. Most ...
Sligh clock chimes	9/10/2008
Q: I have a Sligh clock that chimes on each quarter. It has a Hermel 340-020 movement. The clock was ... A: KC, I could tell you how to adjust the minute hand so it chimes on the quarters and hour, but if ...
Viking Regulator	9/9/2008
Q: If not do you work on them? I built this one back in the 80s and it is now giving me a hard time. ... A: Robert, first I would need to know the make and model of the movement (works). That information can ...
linden clock	9/8/2008
Q: john, we have a 31 day linden wall clock, says korea on the face. it was recently acquired at an ... A: Patty, sometimes moving a clock with the pendulum on will cause the suspension rod/spring to detach ...
Colonial Molyneux Grandfather Clock	9/7/2008
Q: We have recently inherited a Colonial Molyneux Grandfather clock (serial #8300178). There are 2 ... A: Deb, it is difficult to cross reference model or serial numbers from the clock models to the ...
Curt Krober Pendulum Clock	9/6/2008
Q: I purchased this at an estate sale. It is German. On the back is stamped Curt Krober. It has the ... A: Iva, I find no references to the spelling of the "Detzsch-Leipzig". Also, I am only familiar with ...
Grandfather Clock	9/6/2008
Q: My husband has wound up our grandfather clock, his regular task every week but it has stopped. He ... A: Carol, very seldom does a clock stop running from being "overwound". If the weights are pulled up ...
Hairspring for Waterbury Carriage clock	9/6/2008
Q: Can you tell me where I can obtain a hairspring or balance wheel and hairspring for a Waterbury ... A: You are correct, Bill. When I saw carriage clock I was thinking platform as is associated with most ...
Model 101 Emperor Clock Movement	9/5/2008
Q: I installed the above referenced movement in my clock in 1991. It ran well for many years, but ... A: Stephen, you have a Hermle 451-050, 94cm movement. It is about, or a little past time for service ...
Hairspring for Waterbury Carriage clock	9/5/2008
Q: Can you tell me where I can obtain a hairspring or balance wheel and hairspring for a Waterbury ... A: Bill, these clocks are rather rare, but your question is the second one I've had in the last week on ...
Stopped mantal clock	9/2/2008
Q: I have a Westminster mantel clock,purchased in France in 1958 by my parents. It has three sets of ... A: Michael, if the clock was bought new it is 50 years old. How often has it been serviced? In the ...
Waterbury "Companion" carriage clock	9/2/2008
Q: I recently found an old Waterbury Companion carriage clock in an antique shop. There are several ... A: Pat, I'm afraid I don't have much good news for you. Although this is a really nice looking clock, ...
1979 Colonial	9/2/2008
Q: I just inherited a Colonial Clock from my grandparents, who purchased it for their 40th wedding ... A: Natalie, there are a few reasons for a diminishing sound volume for clock chimes. First, after ...
Emperor Clock closed?	9/1/2008
Q: I've been trying to reach Emperor Clock for over a month by phone and e-mail and have received no ... A: Arch, Emperor has not closed their operation. In June of 2005 the parent company closed Emperor in ...
Identify old clock	9/1/2008
Q: My wife has an old clock that she got from her great-grandmother who lived in southern Alabama ... A: Chris, I have often seen this logo, but right now I cannot recall what it is. The clock could be a ...
Clock chimes and movement	9/1/2008
Q: I have an old English clock the clock is an antique clock however it appears to have the incorrect ... A: Barry, most clock chime rods are set up to play the Westminster chimes or triple chimes ...
Clock question	8/31/2008
Q: I was wondering if you knew anything about an antique or vintage clock with Ping Pong Trademark on ... A: Joyce, you stumped me on this one. I Googled some hits and did not come up with anything on the ...
Van Cleef and Arpels Pendulette Domino travel clock	8/31/2008
Q: Newman, I do realize this is probably outside your area of expertise, and am not counting on an ... A: Karen, I'm sorry, but I don't know anything about your clock. It does sound fascinating! I do know ...
Howard Miller Grandfather Clock	8/31/2008
Q: I am looking at selling my Grandfather Clock but not sure how much to ask for it. It is a Howard ... A: Cathy, As explained in my Allexperts personal profile, I do not give appraisals, as I am not a ...
Seth Thomas mantle clock too slow	8/30/2008
Q: Mr. Newman, My father was given a Seth Thomas mantle (?) clock nearly 30 years ago. Unfortunately, ... A: Frederica, the movement was actually made for Seth Thomas by Hermle which is a model 1050 with ...
E Ingraham Magic Clock	8/29/2008
Q: I recently purchased this clock, could you please tell me when it was made and where I can purchase ... A: Paul, I have checked with my Internet Clocksmiths group and there are no members near Jacksonville. ...
E Ingraham Magic Clock	8/29/2008
Q: I recently purchased this clock, could you please tell me when it was made and where I can purchase ... A: Paul, I couldn't see too much of the clock, just the face. But that is probably enough to give me a ...
Emperor Tempus Fugit Grandfather Clock	8/28/2008
Q: I inherited the above clock that my grandfather assembled from a kit years ago. The clock was ... A: The movement is the "works", mechanical plates, gears, etc. Some people call it a motor. A general ...
Emperor Tempus Fugit Grandfather Clock	8/28/2008
Q: I inherited the above clock that my grandfather assembled from a kit years ago. The clock was ... A: Caroline, I would need the following information: 1. The model of the clock if you have the ...
Ships Clocks	8/27/2008
Q: I had an uncle that collected clocks, i have a couple from his ships clocks collection. One that ... A: Stu, in the nautical scheme of timekeeping, particularly in Navy watches, the bells signify the ...
viking steinway 1787	8/26/2008
Q: I have a Viking steinway limited edition 1787 constitutional series grandfather clock and I am ... A: Jarret, I'm afraid I can't help you much on your Viking Steinway clock. There is very little ...
chime bar needs to be replaced	8/26/2008
Q: We purchased an Emporer Clock Kit in 1972. It continues to work beautifully and continues to look ... A: Charlotte, the original chime block assembly can be repaired. The broken plug has to be removed, a ...
grandfather clock	8/25/2008
Q: I have an Ethan Allen Grandfather clock that I purchased around 1981. It only chimes 9 times when ... A: Ray, if the other hours are striking correctly and the failure is in the 10-12 o'clock hours only, ...
Hermle 451-050 general repair - beat, weights	8/25/2008
Q: I just acquired a "Pearl" brand grandfather clock with a Hermle 451-050 movement (114cm). The case ... A: Eric, remove the back panel of the hood and send me a clear digital photo of the back of the ...
Hermle 451-050 general repair - beat, weights	8/24/2008
Q: I just acquired a "Pearl" brand grandfather clock with a Hermle 451-050 movement (114cm). The case ... A: Eric, the heaviest weight hangs on your right as you face the clock. On setting the beat, don't ...
Wall Trend clock by sligh	8/24/2008
Q: My parents purchased a wall clock by Sligh. They recently shipped it to me. Unfortunately, my wife ... A: Mike, if you can access the movement from the back, remove the pendulum and gently move the hanger ...
Chimes-Loudness/Softness	8/24/2008
Q: but chimes seems soft when they ring. Is there an adjustment for how loud they will ring? Maybe have ... A: Jay, if the weights of a clock are hung incorrectly, it would not have an effect on the loudness of ...
Grandmother clock pendulum	8/23/2008
Q: My husband accidently knocked the pendulum off the hanger and I think it has come off the suspension ... A: Sue, email me (address below) all the information on the back of the clock movement or a clear ...
Emperor Clock	8/23/2008
Q: My grandfather clock has a small broken piece that involves the movement of the pendulum. My dad ... A: Okay, Linda, what I will need is all the information on the back of the clock movement so I can ...
Emperor Clock	8/23/2008
Q: My grandfather clock has a small broken piece that involves the movement of the pendulum. My dad ... A: Linda, the part you are talking about is the suspension spring. If you can find someone who is ...
grandfather clock oiling diagram	8/22/2008
Q: I saw previous questions regarding oiling grandfather clocks. You had asked the individuals to send ... A: Dana, send me your email address and I'll reply with a representative general oiling point digital. ...
Viking Grandfather clock	8/22/2008
Q: my wife just inherited a Viking clock (not running for 10+ years). The movement has 461-853B2 (or ... A: Tim, The winding key is standard and I do have them or can give you the names of some suppliers. ...
Daneker Senator Chimes	8/21/2008
Q: Do you know why this might be? Also, is there a mechanism for turning the chime off at night? ... A: Stephanie, the chime and strike function speeds are controlled by two things, the power and the ...
Barwick Mantle clock Model 4992	8/21/2008
Q: We recently aquired our first antique clock, a Barwick Model 4992. the movement is made in Germany, ... A: David, what did you "spin" to start it? The only way a clock can be overwound is that something has ...
chime rods	8/20/2008
Q: i have a sligh franz hermle wall clock. we have replaced the entire mechanism and now 3 of the 5 ... A: Vickie, the chime and strike hammers have to be aligned any time a movement is removed and ...
moving grandfather clock	8/19/2008
Q: We need to have a grandfather clock moved from Rockport, MA to Louisville, KY. do you know who can ... A: Dede, a difficult answer. I checked back with my Internet Clocksmiths Group archive and couldn't ...
Grandfather clock keeps stopping	8/19/2008
Q: My clock stops with a full wind. I haven't oiled it in over a year. Would this make it stop running. ... A: Frank, if it was serviced properly a year ago and was functioning okay, it might be something else. ...
C J Hug Co Imperial Chime Mantle Clock	8/19/2008
Q: I have an electric Imperial Chime manufactured by C.J. Hug, Highland, Illinois, USA. It has a Model ... A: David, the only information I have found on the C J Hug Company was about a week ago from one of the ...
clock movements	8/18/2008
Q: what is the difference between an Urgos movement and a Hermle Movement? A: Julie, When Hermle and Urgos were separate companies, they each had different models of movements. ...
homemade grandfather clock pendulum fell off	8/17/2008
Q: I bought a homemade grandfather clock (parts from Germany) and the pendulum fell off. I think a ... A: Janice, send me a clear photo of the parts you have and the back of the movement and I will see what ...
Replacement chain for Emperor Grandfather clock	8/17/2008
Q: Where can I purchase replacement chain ( .070 diameter- 37 links to a foot) for my Emperor ... A: Joan, I probably have the complete chain assembly with the end tabs. Email me all the information ...
hermle 451-050 pendulum attaches how?	8/17/2008
Q: just bought a emperor grandfather clock from a friend at garage sale. pendulum is not attached...on ... A: Don, send me a clear photo of the back of the movement with everything you have on it attached. My ...
Kieninger J0218 clock movement	8/16/2008
Q: I have a Kieninger J0218 clock movement with chime block………………I have two1- I need a new clock case ... A: cho kwan Chung, I am not familiar with the Kieninger number you show. Is that the only information ...
Ridgeway Grandmother	8/15/2008
Q: Keeps time..chimes don't work. Three weights. Middle weight seems to keep the time. left and right ... A: Eric, the model number of the clock can be found in the information on the back of the movement. ...
Waltham Harrison model 4000-15 wall clock	8/14/2008
Q: We were given subject clock as a Christmas present in 1990 from my mother-in-law, who is no longer ... A: Carol, as many modern production clock manufacturers are no longer in business or have not published ...
Ethan Allen GRANDFATHER CLOCK MODEL 3027	8/14/2008
Q: I have purchased an Urgos Ethan Allen GRANDFATHER CLOCK MODEL 3027 movement, can you advise the ... A: Peter, there is very little information available on modern production clocks as far as ...
quarter hour chimes sound flat	8/13/2008
Q: The quarter hour chimes are flat sounding. The movement is a Hermele 451-050H 94 cm. I replaced the ... A: Paul, the hammer tips usually have nothing to do with the sound in this situation. Different ...
Emperor Clock Co. Floor Clock	8/13/2008
Q: John, My Mom has an Emperor Clock in a Franklin Case. The clock kit was assembled in 1974 and has ... A: Bruce, what is the situation of the clock as far as what you have done? Is it on the floor ...
Hamilton Wall Clock	8/13/2008
Q: I bought a Hamilton "Lancaster County" wall clock. I'm sorry, but I cannot find the model number. ... A: Jim, I was puzzled at first on the three winding arbors but only two weights. I then remembered the ...
help identify maker + how to run	8/12/2008
Q: I have a miniature Wag on the Wall pendulum clock with the original chain, weights, pendulum and ... A: Jenn, I am not familiar with the maker's mark you describe. Being a miniature type with the small ...
Emperor Model 100 M Jauch movement	8/12/2008
Q: My uncle made my wife and I an Emperor Model 100M grandfather clock. When we moved I separated the ... A: Charlie, the original fillers for these were iron, but I don't recall seeing any listed in the last ...
electric imperial model westminster chime clock by J.C. Hug	8/11/2008
Q: I inherited an electric imperial model westminster chime clock mfg. by C. J. Hug Co. It has not ... A: D, I have never heard of the J. C. (or C. J.) Hug Co., as you stated both. I checked my Internet ...
Identify mantle brass clock	8/11/2008
Q: all sides are 1/8" brass panels. Size 8 1/4x8 1/4x 3 3/4". 7" round faceplate Linden w roman ... A: Daniel, if you did not receive my answer, I apologize. I had answered it, and evidently it kicked ...
Pearl Granfather clock weights	8/11/2008
Q: We recently purchased A pear grandfather clock from a relatives estate sale. The prolem is the ... A: Rod, thank you for providing the model of the movement with your question. This movement should be ...
Hermle 2215 Chime Clock Movement	8/10/2008
Q: John, Where can you order the Hermle 2215 Chime movement for a quartz mantel clock? Thank you. ... A: Nancey, you can order them Googling "clock suppliers". Two suppliers that I use with on-line ...
Grandfather clock Hermel	8/10/2008
Q: I have a Hermel Black Forest grandfather clock with chimes. I bought the clock and case for 10.00, ... A: Charles, I would need the model identification found on the back of the clock movement to determine ...
grandfather clock repair	8/9/2008
Q: I live in Bay Minette, Al. I have a grandfather clock that has not run in about 4 or 5 years, I ... A: Linda, as my clockmaker friend in Mobile does not advertise, I have contacted him for permission to ...
Ethan Allen pendulum needed	8/9/2008
Q: I have an Ethan Allen grandfather clock which lost its pendulum in the move here. I would like to ... A: "I would like to locate the piece." Gee, Vincent, I have no idea where it is!...........Sorry for ...
Preparing Grandfather Clock for shipping	8/8/2008
Q: I want to confirm instructions for preparing my GF clock for transport: an Emperor Hermle Black ... A: Heidi, remove the weights and pendulum and pack them separately. If not already done, mark the ...
Westminster-type clock	8/7/2008
Q: I wish to coordinate the chime with the time without causing damage. It now chimes three hours ... A: Carter, Most clocks have an hour hand that slips on the hour shaft. turn the minute hand until it ...
Rolex	8/6/2008
Q: Can you,please tell me,How should I know that is my Rolex,Submariner,black original or is it copy?? ... A: Dusan, if you will read my Allexperts personal profile you will see that I'm not into watches and ...
Sligh Clock Chime and hourly strike problems	8/6/2008
Q: I have a Sligh clock, Hermle 1161-850BSK, 114cm lyre pendulum 3 weights system. I have cleaned and ... A: David, first, one correction. You say it chimes on the 1/4, 1/2, and 3/4 hours but fails to strike ...
grandfather clock repair	8/5/2008
Q: I live in Bay Minette, Al. I have a grandfather clock that has not run in about 4 or 5 years, I ... A: Linda, sorry I have not gotten back to you sooner, my DSL server went down and I have been answering ...
Tempus Fugit	8/5/2008
Q: I am looking for pendulum for a THerschede Tempus Fugit Grandmother Clock. Can you help point me in ... A: Brett, there were different models and manufacturers of the Herschede clock movements. The "Tempus ...
Hook for the weight of an Ethan Allen Grandfather clock	8/4/2008
Q: The hook that is found on top of the weight for the grandfather clock, broke during our move from ... A: Suchetha, I either have the hook or can give you some sources for it. As there were different ...
Glass Panel Retrainer	8/4/2008
Q: While trying to fix our Diplomat Grandfather Clock our dog got a hold of the glass panel retrainer ... A: Verena, I either have the retainer or can provide a supplier. I will need to verify the type. Can ...
Adjustment for a Trend Grandfather Clock	8/2/2008
Q: I acquired my grandparents Trend Grandfather clock. The clock is working perfect except for the ... A: Cheryl, the adjsutment is not in the movement but in the minute hand. To make this adjustment it's ...
HERMLE 2215 night setting	8/1/2008
Q: Can you change the time the night setting starts? If so, how? ANSWER: Fred, at the time you want ... A: Fred, I'll be glad to send the instructions. Please email me and I'll reply with them. John Newman ...
emperor clock	8/1/2008
Q: Newman, My grandfather put together a Emperor floor clock (chain) from a kit. When he passed ... A: Jesse/Jessie, The clock movement is a Hermle 451-050 which is a chain driven Westminster chime. I ...
35 day centurion, gong is 2 minutes late	7/31/2008
Q: I have a centurion 35 day Korean wall clock that gongs on the hour once for each hour and once on ... A: John, I have a standard answer for correcting the minute hand. Some of these Asian hands have a ...
Clock chiming only once for any hour	7/31/2008
Q: I own an Emperor Grandfather Kit clock that because of a recent move in location will not chime the ... A: Gordon, you did not give me the information on the back of the movement which would help in ...
HERMLE 2215 night setting	7/31/2008
Q: Can you change the time the night setting starts? If so, how? A: Fred, at the time you want it to start, move the switch to the center and then to the night off or ...
Chauncey Jerome clock	7/30/2008
Q: I have a Chauncey Jerome 8 day ogee weight clock. The lower glass door panel is picture of the ... A: Neville, I have seen the same model clocks of this type and era with different pictures on them. It ...
bell clock company	7/29/2008
Q: i recently aquired a ship's clock with time & tide, not a bell clock, made by bell clock company. ... A: Jim, I would guess that, unfortunately, there is not much history on quartz clocks as they haven't ...
Sligh grandfather clock	7/28/2008
Q: model#0973-3AB movement#3066 Dial#6077 Pendulum #3032 Weight shell #2771 If its possible to get a ... A: Randy, I will need your email address for the details, but I do not ask for questioner's personal ...
Sligh grandfather clock	7/28/2008
Q: model#0973-3AB movement#3066 Dial#6077 Pendulum #3032 Weight shell #2771 If its possible to get a ... A: Randy, If you will send me an email note with all of the information found on the back of the clock ...
Elgin Quartz Clock	7/27/2008
Q: I have a Elgin Quartz Clock that I inherited and cannot figure out how to change the chime so that ... A: Rick, some quartz electronic clocks are programmable, which require instructions to set everything ...
Kieninger Mantel Clock-Model Nº 226754	7/26/2008
Q: I have inherited a Kieninger Mantel Clock and would like to know approximate age and ball park value ... A: Jose, there is very little published information on these clocks. Kieninger was bought by Howard ...
grandfather clock	7/26/2008
Q: I just inherited a 1984 pearl grandfather clock. I moved it in my van about 30 miles laying flat. ... A: Kathy, the movement was manufactured by Hermle. As you face the clock, the positions of the weights ...
Pearl Grandfather Clock	7/25/2008
Q: Have been reading your questions and answers, but have not found anyone with the same problem I ... A: Vic, the movement looks like a Hermle 451 (it might be under a different name, as some manufacturers ...
Alaron Wall Clock	7/25/2008
Q: In a previous Question asked by someone , you said that you could replace the movement in the Alaron ... A: Brad, the movement I am referring to is the Hermle series such as the 2214, 2215, etc. They can be ...
Smiths Enfield Mantel Clock	7/25/2008
Q: I'm hoping you can help me. I have recently taken over looking after an old mantel clock which ... A: Lynne, nice hearing from you. I know you'll be happy with your clock as it will probably bring back ...
Resetting a Sligh grandfather clock	7/24/2008
Q: How can I reset my granfather clock so that it chimes correctly. The problem is when the hour is ... A: Fay, probably, the only thing wrong is that the hour hand on your clock was slipped out of position ...
French Porcelain Clock with pendulum	7/24/2008
Q: years ago I bought this clock, tok it apart, cleaned it. I think I replaced one or two bushings. A ... A: Oleta, the French clocks of this type, usually with round plates, really give me headaches. They ...
Storing pendulum wall clock	7/23/2008
Q: I have an old Sessions Clock Co. pendulum wall "school clock" from early to mid-1900's. Is it okay ... A: James, you did the right thing in removing the pendulum. The pendulum should always be removed ...
grandfather clock	7/23/2008
Q: I just inherited a 1984 pearl grandfather clock. I moved it in my van about 30 miles laying flat. ... A: Kathy, I always need the information on the back of the clock movement to determine the correct ...
pendulum adjustment has no effect	7/23/2008
Q: I recently purchased a Deville 31 day wall clock at an auction. It has a Korean movement, but no ... A: Al, I tell my customers that it doesn't matter what a clock is worth, if you like it, it's valuable ...
Howard Miller Grandfather Clock	7/22/2008
Q: In brief, clock has silent/nightoff/strike on left and 3 different chimes/silent on right. I swear ... A: Lisa, you were correct in setting it back 12 hours. It can get out of sequence so if functiong ...
Howard Miller 340-020	7/22/2008
Q: My Howard Miller 340-020 keeps perfect time, but it chimes 5 minutes late on the quarter, half, ... A: Don, if the clock has a pendulum, you can stop it from swinging but it isn't really necessary. If ...
Bulova battery-powered wall clock	7/22/2008
Q: John, I have a Bulova brass pendulum wall clock that has a battery powered electric movement. ... A: Dick, seldom do I have to start an answer by saying I don't have an idea on what to do. There are ...
Mantle clock	7/21/2008
Q: I purchased a Mantle clock at an auction. I don't know how old it is or who it was made by, but it ... A: Sherri, your kind comments made my day! You have a nice clock and you got a great buy. From the ...
Pearl Grandfather Clock	7/20/2008
Q: Have been reading your questions and answers, but have not found anyone with the same problem I ... A: Victor, I have been trying to think of what could cause your clock to run fast after moving it. ...
Mantle clock	7/20/2008
Q: I purchased a Mantle clock at an auction. I don't know how old it is or who it was made by, but it ... A: Sherri, I'm glad you sent me a photo. Good one too! The pendulum bob is the correct one. The ...
Mantle clock	7/20/2008
Q: I purchased a Mantle clock at an auction. I don't know how old it is or who it was made by, but it ... A: Sherrie, there should be a two-digit number above the Hermle name on the movement. This would be ...
Elgin clock	7/19/2008
Q: It was my parents clock , called it an anniversary clock with a glass globe over the works . It ... A: The black knob on the back is probably for setting the time. You did not tell me whether the minute ...
Elgin clock	7/19/2008
Q: It was my parents clock , called it an anniversary clock with a glass globe over the works . It ... A: Baxter, I haven't quite enough information on the clock to make an evaluation. Is it a wind up or ...
Ridgeway Grandfather clock	7/18/2008
Q: My Ridgeway Grandfather clock is the cable type. For some reason the weight on the right will not ... A: Dave, when a cable drum won't wind, the most probable cause is a jammed cable. This is the result ...
finding clock parts	7/16/2008
Q: John, I read on your response that the Emperor Clock Co. is no longer functioning. I have a model ... A: Jennifer, The doors of Emperor Clock in Fairhope, Alabama were closed on June 1, 2005. The parent ...
Hanson Grandfather Clock	7/16/2008
Q: I recently purchased a Hanson Grandfather Clock, circa 1921. After some research we have come to the ... A: One more thought, can you send me a clear digital of the front of the clock with the pendulum and ...
Diplomat Grandfather Clock	7/16/2008
Q: I have a Diplomat grandfather clock that belonged to my late husband, who was retired Air Force. I ... A: Hollye, this is what I consider a modern production clock and does not have an antique or ...
Mantel Clock	7/15/2008
Q: I recently inherited my Grandmothers mantel clock. It originally belonged to my great grandmother. ... A: Lori, I have found your clock! Or at least "part" of it. I knew I had seen it recently, and it was ...
Mantel Clock	7/15/2008
Q: I recently inherited my Grandmothers mantel clock. It originally belonged to my great grandmother. ... A: Lori, after going through about 800 clocks, I could not find one exactly like yours. It was what ...
grandfather clock	7/15/2008
Q: I inherited a seth thomas grandfather clock. The info that came with it said it is model #4519 ... A: Dennis, I do not have any historical information on the complete clock itself, as there is very ...
Alaron 31 Day Wind-up Wall Clock	7/14/2008
Q: I have been testing it and it seems to keep good time up to a week and then it loses a couple of ... A: Michelle, I would take it to a local clockmaker and get an estimate on the servicing as compared to ...
Hanson Grandfather Clock	7/14/2008
Q: I recently purchased a Hanson Grandfather Clock, circa 1921. After some research we have come to the ... A: Monnie, with the wire extending the short pendulum to make both pendulums approximately the same ...
Alaron 31 Day Wind-up Wall Clock	7/14/2008
Q: I have been testing it and it seems to keep good time up to a week and then it loses a couple of ... A: Michelle, it sounds like the clock needs to be serviced, as there are probably worn bushings and ...
chime rods	7/13/2008
Q: i have a sligh franz hermle wall clock. we have replaced the entire mechanism and now 3 of the 5 ... A: Vickie, make sure it is not hitting anything. If it isn't, there is a condition that makes it seem ...
inaccurate chime on the hour	7/12/2008
Q: We have a Trend grandfather clock Style 0743-1-MH. movement # 124 BL which suddenly started ... A: Tom, I would imagine that your clock chimes and strikes. Turn the minute hand clockwise through the ...
identifing clock maker	7/12/2008
Q: The clock has a ceramic pendulum bob and a ceramic gong holder. Small wall clock with the letters CM ... A: Tom, I am not familiar with the logo, but I will check with the memebers of my Internet Clockmakers ...
Ansonia Wall Clock	7/12/2008
Q: We recently purchased an Ansonia Regulator Wall Clock and are having trouble getting it to keep good ... A: Carolyn, are you are referring to two problems? One, the incorrect strike, and the other the clock ...
Hanson Grandfather Clock	7/11/2008
Q: I recently purchased a Hanson Grandfather Clock, circa 1921. After some research we have come to the ... A: Monnie, I tried to answer your question a couple of days ago, but I was in a different area and my ...
regency bracket clock strikes 13	7/11/2008
Q: I have a Barraud (London) 5 pillar twin chain fusee regency clock c1810. For some reason it has ... A: Paul, if your clock has a "rack and snail" strike mechanism, it could be that the lubricants have ...
TEMPUS FUGIT GRANDFATHER CLOCK	7/10/2008
Q: HOW DO YOU MAKE IT KEEP THE RIGHT TIME MINE RUNS FAST AND I DID NOT GET A BOOK WITH IT .ALSO HOW ... A: Cathy, the "Tempus Fugit" phrase is not the name of the clock, but Latin for "Time Flies." On most ...
Moving the clock	7/10/2008
Q: My husband built a grandfather clock from Emperor Clock Co. in the 70's. We made a long move and I ... A: Karen, withour seeing the way the pendulum is hanging I am not sure it is on correctly. But there ...
emperor	7/10/2008
Q: Sir: our Emperor grandfather clock was running perfectly until the right-hand weight came unscrewed ... A: Fred, I will not be back in my shop until Tuesday but will check your movement information then. I ...
emperor	7/9/2008
Q: Sir: our Emperor grandfather clock was running perfectly until the right-hand weight came unscrewed ... A: Fred, first, The weights should be checked once a year (what the manufacturers don tell you) and if ...
Moving the clock	7/8/2008
Q: My husband built a grandfather clock from Emperor Clock Co. in the 70's. We made a long move and I ... A: Karen, there are different levers in the backs of clocks, some being shipping levers to secure the ...
Daneker grandfather clock	7/7/2008
Q: I was given a Daneker clock ( The Diplomat) The key is missing from the door and I understand the ... A: Janet, finding correct a correct key for a door is a problem, as manufacturers used various key/lock ...
bracket clock	7/7/2008
Q: I sent the following question on June 12th, Mr. Newman asked for photos of the back of the clock ... A: Cathy, I had some email quirks around that time and the server restored about 300 emails without all ...
Ridgeway grandmother minute hand off	7/7/2008
Q: the minute hand is four minutes ahead of chimes. is this an easy fix A: Tim, stop the pendulum. Turn the minute hand through the quarters, allowing each one to chime until ...
Gilbert (kitchen?) clock	7/6/2008
Q: I recently obtained a clock at a garage sale. It looks like a shelf or mantle clock. The sticker on ... A: Susie, I have a book with the Gilbert "Citizen Sets" shown as being manufactured around 1905. It ...
Urgos mantle clock	7/6/2008
Q: Good day, I recently got an Urgos mantle clock from my father. My own estimate suggests that it may ... A: Laurence, if this is not a pendulum movement it would have to have a balance wheel regulator. If ...
Dating a Seth Thomas Ships' Clock	7/5/2008
Q: I have a Seth Thomas Bottom Bell Ships' Clock that I would like to date. There is a photo attached ... A: John, the listings on this Seth Thomas 30 hour ship's bell clock show this model manufactured from ...
Urgos mantle clock	7/5/2008
Q: Good day, I recently got an Urgos mantle clock from my father. My own estimate suggests that it may ... A: Laurence, you didn't give me any model information and so I will be guessing on the type you have. ...
travel clock	7/4/2008
Q: I found my father's travel clock, on the face ir reads Phinney Walker and the case is from the ... A: Susan, I don't get too involved in the travel alarms and have nothing on them in my catalogs or ...
Wall clock strike interval	7/4/2008
Q: The clock strike interval is a bit speedy and erratic, and goes nutso when the strike mechanism is ... A: Stuart, you are referring to an older clock with a countwheel strike mechanism. The component that ...
inquiry	7/3/2008
Q: sir i have a small traveling alarm watch, is in a golden case and all ,and it's "LINDEN" black ... A: Khan, as I stated in my Allexperts profile, I am a clockmaker and do not have any information on ...
Modern Ridgeway Grandfather Clock	7/2/2008
Q: I'll be as brief as possible. I live in Bishop, CA. For 5 years there has been no clockmaker living ... A: Campy. It's sad but I hear this story a lot concerning the lack of clockmakers around. I just took ...
Howard Miller - 1985	7/2/2008
Q: My brother found a Howard Miller 1985 clock (610-277) in a dumpster. It needs a couple of ... A: Pam, Wow! What people throw away! The 610-277 was called the Lafayette and was in cherry finish. ...
revere electric mantle clock	7/1/2008
Q: hello-this is a westminster chime and has four rods on the bottom of clock--one rod is loose and i ... A: Robert, chime rod assemblies generally have three types of rod insertion, screw-in plugs, plugs that ...
chime rods	7/1/2008
Q: i have a sligh franz hermle wall clock. we have replaced the entire mechanism and now 3 of the 5 ... A: Vicki, either the movement had an adjustment problem from the factory or it might have been affected ...
SETH THOMAS GRANDFATHER CLOCK	6/30/2008
Q: While I was sick, someone pulled the weights to high and now two of them will not move down and the ... A: Elizabeth, under normal conditions the weights cannot be pulled too high to affect the running of ...
Colonial Grandfather clock	6/30/2008
Q: I inherited a Colonial grandfather clock. It has a registered serial number 7418545 and the number ... A: Steve, the area around and near Zeeland, Michigan, was home to a few clock manufacturers such as ...
New England Calendar Clock	6/30/2008
Q: I recently acquired a New England Calendar Clock w/pendulum, chimes on 1/2 hour and counts hr, ... A: Charlotte, on most clocks the red calendar hand can be set by manually moving it to the correct day ...
pendulum stops	6/29/2008
Q: Inherited a mantel/table pendulum clock manufactured by Plymouth Clock; Thomaston, Connecticut; ... A: Henry, you did not tell me whether it was in beat or not. That would make a difference. Did you ...
Clock Movements	6/29/2008
Q: I'm curious about the manufactures of clock movements. I just picked up a Linden mantel clock on ... A: Scott, the Cuckoo Clock Manufacturing Company movement (1050) was made By Hermle and is a balance ...
New Haven Abbey Mantle Clock	6/29/2008
Q: I was cleaning out my stepfather's house and found an old clock with Westminster chimes. It seems ... A: Virginia, I checked my resources and did not find a New Haven "Abby" model. If you have the chime ...
Seiko Quartz Schoolhouse Wall Clock	6/28/2008
Q: I enjoy your answers to clock questions and wish I had a more sophisticated request. Do you have ... A: Louis, now that you mention it, I remember I was in Radio Shack a couple of months ago and did ...
Seiko Quartz Schoolhouse Wall Clock	6/28/2008
Q: I enjoy your answers to clock questions and wish I had a more sophisticated request. Do you have ... A: Louis, is the speaker physically damaged, or is the sound bad? The reason I ask is that a weak ...
Pallesgaard Grandmother Setting up	6/27/2008
Q: Just recently bought a Pallesgaard Grandmother clock. ( Schweizer ur-import ( Clock markings 75 ... A: Andrew, by your indications, the movement in your clock was made by Hermle in 1975 and requires an ...
Another Howard Miller hour chime wrong	6/27/2008
Q: John, Our Howard Miller pendulum wall clock has just recently started striking the wrong hour. The ... A: Mark, I'm not sure to which answer you are referring, but it is probable that the only thing wrong ...
Howard Miller model 610-119 grandfather clocl	6/26/2008
Q: I have a Howard Miller grandfather clock, model 610-119 that keeps perfect time but the chimes are 3 ... A: Irene, the hour hand is only moved to sync it with the actual hour. To bring everything into the ...
Centurion 35 day wall clock	6/26/2008
Q: I recently inherited a Centurion 35 day wall clock which is approx 35 yrs old. It runs but is slow. ... A: Walter, was the clock running propely before you received it? This make a difference. One hour/day ...
pendulum stops	6/25/2008
Q: Inherited a mantel/table pendulum clock manufactured by Plymouth Clock; Thomaston, Connecticut; ... A: Henry, was the clock running satisfactorily before you received it? That does make a difference. ...
E. Ingraham Co. Dover 7 inch	6/25/2008
Q: We are looking to see if someone knows something about a 7 in. Dover mantel clock created by the E. ... A: Andrew, I do not have any immediate information on the history of the Ingraham Dover. I will keep ...
Daneker Floor Clock Style h66	6/24/2008
Q: I just inherited this clock from my grandmother and have no idea how to keep it running. It was ... A: Kacy, the key wind movement in your Danaker floor clock was probably manufactured by Mauthe. As you ...
Floor Clock Weights	6/24/2008
Q: we have a floor clock we purchased in Germany almost 25 years ago. It has a "Burger" three-weight ... A: Speed, I am not familiar with the "Burger" movement. When you say chimes, are you talking about the ...
grandfarther clocks	6/24/2008
Q: we purchased a ridgeway tempus fugit grandfather clock from goodwill and didnt come with a manual or ... A: Marylou, generally on what I call modern production clocks, if one weight is heavier than the other ...
URGOS TUBULAR 9-TUBE	6/23/2008
Q: I have recently purchased a older 9-tube urgos grandfather movement,my expertise on the tubular ... A: Okay, it's just sometimes I receive questions about obtaining parts for clock movements that are in ...
URGOS TUBULAR 9-TUBE	6/23/2008
Q: I have recently purchased a older 9-tube urgos grandfather movement,my expertise on the tubular ... A: Tim, first the easy answer. The smallest weight you can use would be approximately 2-1/2" diameter ...
1918 illinois pocket watch springfield	6/22/2008
Q: the watch is in perfect working order and i believe it is 7 jewels it still keeps time to the second ... A: Jeff, as I am not a certified appraiser, I do not give appraisals and I do not have any watch ...
Peerless Gong Grandfather Clock	6/22/2008
Q: I purchased this clock while stationed in Germany 35 years ago. It is a Peerless Gong Serial ... A: Gary, I have very little information on modern production clocks, other than Emperor, where I was ...
Colonial Floor Clock # 6000	6/22/2008
Q: Bill of sale from 09/74 from Homestead Clocks of Dallas, Texas, out of business, phone number does ... A: Jeffrey, general instructions to move a floor clock: If the weights are supported by cables, make ...
centerion-35 wall clock	6/21/2008
Q: John, I recently brought back this clock from my father's I was very careful to wrap the clock when ... A: Sue, the name to me might mean this is an Asian 31-day clock. As far as the history of the clock, ...
American Express Federal Grandfather Clock w/ Series 111 movement	6/21/2008
Q: I recently inherited a federal grandfather clock my grandparents purchased in 1986 thru American ... A: Jade, the instructions are correct on the outer weights. The center weight is for the time ...
mantle clock	6/20/2008
Q: i have a mantle clock, hat shape, light wood, 1/4 hour chime, has made in germany written on front, ... A: Carlene, the only unique informaton you have given me about this clock is the "juba w1." I do not ...
musty smell	6/19/2008
Q: I have had a Howard Miller grandfather clock that I purchased new in 1991 in a storage unit for 9 ... A: Lori, I would think that the baking soda and fresh air would help, but it will take quite a while. ...
ship's clock spring	6/19/2008
Q: I have an elderly friend who asked me to see if I might be able to obtain a spring for her favorite ... A: Rory, I agree with you that the 5mm sounds a little thick. Also I am surprised to hear of a loop ...
clock repair suggestions	6/18/2008
Q: We just purchased a ethan allen pendulum chime clock,We are in search of a new pendulum,it is with ... A: Lewis, I would need to know the following information: 1. Movement information found on the back ...
clock face-lift	6/18/2008
Q: I purchased an Ingraham mantle clock a couple months ago and had the interior works completely ... A: Bill, is this a "black" mantel clock? It would really be best to see a clear digital photo of it ...
pendulum length	6/18/2008
Q: I recently bought a clock movement and it has the pendulum crutch but it's missing the suspension ... A: Dave, If you will email me I'll give you some general information on tools and books, and go over ...
Moving a Grandfather Clock	6/17/2008
Q: We need to move our Molyneux Grandfather Clock across the country. Can you tell us what things we ... A: Donna, remove the weights and pendulum and pack them separately. Put and secure foam or bubble wrap ...
need motor w/chime for Seth Thomas Regulator wall clock	6/17/2008
Q: My Seth Thomas (by Talley) Regulator pendulum wall clock is 22" tall. I've had it for more than 20 ... A: Linda, if you send me (my email address is below) a couple of clear digital pictures of the back of ...
Mauthe Clock	6/16/2008
Q: John, I have an Mauthe grandfather clock, that i would like to have a round about age put to ....i ... A: Tim, this looks like one of the popular German clocks made in the period of around 1915 to 1935. I ...
Ridgeway Grandmother Clock	6/16/2008
Q: I have a Ridgeway Grandmothers clock, on the back of the movement is the following: Gravely ... A: Ross, when the clock runs, it should be "in beat", which means an even tick tock. The pendulum ...
Jauch 75 Movement	6/16/2008
Q: Mr Newman, I am trying to get my parents old grandfather running. Continental Clock, Westminster ... A: Gary, I am on vacation and will be back at my shop in a couple of days. I might have a movement ...
Ethen Allen Grandmother clock	6/15/2008
Q: I have a grandmother clock that is missing the part that connects the pendulum to the movement.The ... A: Jim, I need all the information on the back of the clock movement to identify the model. Then I can ...
elgin Anniversary clock	6/15/2008
Q: like the batteries are about to die. we have changed the batteries in the clock part and changed th ... A: JoAnn, the quartz anniversary clocks used single, double or triple batteries total in one or two ...
Verichron desk clock-- change the works?	6/14/2008
Q: We have a cool 1970's Verichron desk clock with a little red airplane that flies in a circle for the ... A: Vicki, it is possible to change a movement in a clock, but sometimes there are problems like the ...
Korean clock	6/14/2008
Q: I must not have made my question clear. This is a rack and snail clock and the spring must return a ... A: No, Shirley, you made it clear! I just read it fuzzy. The location looked like "back post" to me ...
CCT 3002 Series Wall Clock Movement	6/13/2008
Q: Do you have any information about troubleshooting this type of clock movement, My clock do not take ... A: Antonio, I do not have any knowledge of this electronic clock. Most clockmakers are experienced ...
spring for clock	6/12/2008
Q: I am trying to rescue a wall clock from hurricane Katrina. It is made by Daewoo Precision ... A: Shirley, I have worked on a few clock victims from Katrina. It's sad that so many clocks were lost ...
Bracket Clock	6/12/2008
Q: I have a wood bracket clock. Three key wind. Westminster Chimes. Movement is marked DRPa. It is ... A: Cathy, I bet your clock brings back some nice memories. I believe the DRP is the German designation ...
ANKER Wall Clock	6/12/2008
Q: John: Several years ago I was given an ANKER wall clock. wooden kind of banjo shaped. Inoperative ... A: Elmer, it looks like I will possibly be in South Side within the next couple of weeks. I think that ...
daneker clock	6/11/2008
Q: we have a daneker floor clock the style is called the senator from the million-rutherford co. my ... A: Maria, I know that Danaker floor clocks were very popular with furniture stores, but I had never ...
Chain on coo koo clock off	6/11/2008
Q: My grandson pulled the chainl and weigh from the cookoo clock. As you look in from the back, it's ... A: Steve, the chains on a cuckoo are very difficult to reinstall, especially the on on the side you ...
MOLYNEUX GRANDFATHER CLOCK STRIKES WRONG	6/11/2008
Q: .. MY GRANDFATHER CLOCK SAYS 8:00 BUT STRIKES THE BONG ONLY 6 TIMES.. IT'S LIKE TWO BONGS ALWAYS ... A: Vic, the hour hand was probably inadvertantly bumped when setting the clock. To correct this, run ...
Grandmother clock - 1968	6/10/2008
Q: The chimes on my Grand Mother clock chimes beautifully, however,recently when it chimes on the hour ... A: George, the hour hand was probably inadvertantly bumped when setting the clock. To correct this, ...
Emperor Wall Clock	6/10/2008
Q: I have an Emperor wall clock with a Hermle 451-030 movement. Everything seems to be in order with ... A: John, unless someone has jerked the weights up so hard that they jammed, I do not believe this is ...
Reinstalling chains on H Miller G'father clock	6/10/2008
Q: John, I need to replace the chains and weights on my clock. You sent instructions recently, ... A: Ruth, I still haven't found the answer in Allexperts or in the 800 emails I am searching through. ...
Coo coo clock music box gear	6/9/2008
Q: It appears that the plastic gear that is driven by the fan/flyeheel in this German made clock is ... A: Ron, manufacturers used music boxes from different suppliers, and that is one of the most difficult ...
Replacing chains on H Miller G'father clock	6/9/2008
Q: John, I need to replace the chains and weights on my clock. You sent instructions recently, ... A: Ruth, it wasn't that misleading. I was thinking of "replacing" rather than "reinstalling". Lately ...
Swiss bought cookoo clock	6/9/2008
Q: My clock's wooden pendulum will not keep swinging back and forth after I start it. When I gently ... A: Peggy, when you say that the pendulum sounds correct, do you hear an even tick tock? If it is going ...
Emperor Clock Chimes	6/8/2008
Q: Emperor Clock chimes continuously. I have leveled it and it appears to be working after I gave it ... A: JP, you did not give me the model of the movement, which might shed some light on the failure. ...
Replacing chains on H Miller G'father clock	6/8/2008
Q: John, I need to replace the chains and weights on my clock. You sent instructions recently, ... A: Ruth, can you reference the instructions of which you note about the 4 screws? I will be glad to ...
Welby grandmother floor clock	6/8/2008
Q: I received this as a gift and have no idea how it works. I read some of your responses on other ... A: Luz, it is very seldom you will find two clock chimes that sound exactly the same. We could build ...
Mechanical wrist watch.	6/7/2008
Q: My uncle (great) gave me an old german military wrist watch ARSA WWII. I had a local watchmaker ... A: Chris, I am not experienced in watches. However, in the case of a clock, I would take it back to ...
herschede hall clock	6/6/2008
Q: the winding mechanism for the left chain/weight won't 'catch'. How do I fix this? A: Doug, is this a different clock than the one you just asked about? On the previous one you asked ...
herschede hall clock	6/6/2008
Q: We had the clock moved and have to rehang the weights. One of the chains/pully's is so high that ... A: Doug, in the shop I just use a tool like a long screwdriver to release the ratchet and pull the ...
Tempus fugit	6/6/2008
Q: This clock was given to me by a very good friend of mine and I would like to hear it working. the ... A: Michael, in answer to your questions: Tempus Fugit is the Latin term for "Time Flies" and you will ...
Vienna Regulator problem	6/5/2008
Q: After 10 yrs of owning a Vienna Reg. that did not like the walls of my previous house, I thought I ... A: Jo Anne, I don't have a Vienna Regulator in my shop right now that I can get to. If I can find one ...
Vienna Regulator problem	6/5/2008
Q: After 10 yrs of owning a Vienna Reg. that did not like the walls of my previous house, I thought I ... A: Jo Anne, that is a beautiful clock and I know that your were thrilled when it started running. ...
Adjustment to pendulum Waltham Wall Clock	6/4/2008
Q: I have had this wall clock for about 20+ years and over time it has begun to run slow about 15 ... A: Sally, I would understand from your description that the clock has slowed down gradually. You did ...
Elgin Clock	6/3/2008
Q: I have an elgin clock that I found in my grandfathers garage. I know nothing about it and searching ... A: Katana, I apologize for the delay in my answer, but I did answer and just found out it did not go ...
Howard miller granfather clock	6/3/2008
Q: Good evening, I had emailed you years ago regarding my own clock, and now I find myself attempting ... A: Good morning, Terri. It could be that the movement does not have an auto-adjusting beat. ...
Pearl Grandfather clock	6/2/2008
Q: I have a Pearl grandfather clock which I purchased in 1986. I am trying to identify the clocks ... A: Rich, labeling something "antique" varies by a great number of definitions. It used to be an item ...
Pearl Grandfather clock	6/1/2008
Q: I have a Pearl grandfather clock which I purchased in 1986. I am trying to identify the clocks ... A: Rich, due to the lack of archived information on modern production clocks as compared to researched ...
Waltham Regulator 31 day chime clock	6/1/2008
Q: I was just given this clock by a neighbor who has since moved out of state. The key is missing and ... A: Terry, keys are available. This is an Asian clock and most of these clocks used the same size key. ...
grandfather clock not keeping time	6/1/2008
Q: I have an antique grandfather clock that we recently moved to paint the wall behind it. Prior to the ... A: Michelle, I would think that in removing or replacing the pendulum, the suspension spring was ...
Elgin Wall Clock model #351-030	5/31/2008
Q: We just received as a gift an Elgin Wall Clock looks like the model number is #351-030 circa 1977. ... A: John, the 351-030 was manufactured by Hermle and you can find the date (2 digits) manufactured on ...
belknap clock	5/31/2008
Q: table, or mantle) with a sticker on the back which states "Torchlight Series Manufactured expressly ... A: Al, I am not familiar with the name of the clock you describe. I have seen many clocks that were ...
Viking Clock	5/31/2008
Q: I inherited a Viking Series 235A clock with Viking Series 111 movement and full Westminster chimes. ... A: Carol, if a customer called me and asked for that advice, I would never tell them to buy a movement ...
seth thomas ship's bell clock german movement	5/29/2008
Q: just given ship's clock. need to know the proper way to wind the clock. there are two(2) places on ... A: Anne, most ship's bell clocks are 8-day. That means you wind them once a week. One winding arbor ...
Viking Grandfather Clock	5/29/2008
Q: I have an old Viking Clock I bought new on 8-2-1983, It was stored for some years and after ... A: Ralph, does the literature mention anything about setting the beat of the clock? You did not give ...
Clock cleaning solution	5/29/2008
Q: Do you have a recipe for a home made clock cleaning solution? Used to have one using acetone, ... A: Ron, use a search engine for "clock cleaning solution ingredients". I used Google and the third ...
Sligh grandfather clock	5/28/2008
Q: My clock is @3 years old. The selling dealer attempted to fix the problem which was the clock would ... A: Diane, I apologize for the delay in my answer, but I have been trying to do some research on what ...
Barwick, Tempus Fugit Grandmother Clock	5/27/2008
Q: I read your answer about the sprocket wheel and chain might be off or broken, I will check for this, ... A: Barbara, if the chains pull in one direction with a clicking sound and will not pull in the other ...
Howard Miller Clock Chiming Wrong	5/26/2008
Q: I have a Howard Miller grandfather clock that was purchased in 2000. In the last year, it has ... A: First, I recommend a clock being serviced every 7 to 10 years. Depending on conditions, this is ...
Emperor Clock 200m movement	5/26/2008
Q: I have seen your comments on the internet answering questions pertaining to Emperor Grandfather ... A: Jim, I believe the 200M is an Urgos movement. I will confirm when I return to my shop Tuesday. I'm ...
emperor grandfather clock	5/26/2008
Q: I need to know how to move an emperor grandfather clock. If I remove the pendulum and the weights ... A: Phillip, it is perfectly okay to move the clock on it's back. I would put it on a soft pad. Also I ...
howard miller 340-020 wont chime	5/25/2008
Q: My Howard Miller 340-020 will not chime continuously.The chime closest to face of clock when looking ... A: Vince, if all three mainsprings are wound, I would say it could be that the lubricants in the ...
Movement-Frank Hermle-340-2020	5/25/2008
Q: Minor fixing for a clock for a widow that her husband made from a kit evidently. Chime rods are ... A: Edgar, it is difficult to tell what is going on with a home-built kit as people do some strange ...
Ingraham clock with a problem.	5/25/2008
Q: John, I have an ingraham turn of the century kitchen or gingerbread clock. I believe a bushing is ... A: Richard, I understood your description perfectly. The bushing is bad. That is the primary problem. ...
clock	5/23/2008
Q: I have grandfathers clock limited addition Christmas. I cant find the chains that the instructions ... A: Marybeth, I am not familiar with the clock as you described. Usually registration, invoice, serial ...
Grandfather clock chime sync	5/22/2008
Q: The chime sequence plays the first note of the tune at the end of the previous 1/4 hour tune. Is ... A: Lynn, is this consistant on every quarter? There can be a couple of things that can cause this. To ...
Clock Chimes Wrong	5/22/2008
Q: I have a 31 day mantel clock that is about a year old. The clock should chime the hour and the half ... A: Johnathan, the strike counting is controlled by a rack and snail mechanism. The rack tail is ...
suspension spring for emporer	5/22/2008
Q: I built an Emporer clock kit in 1979. movement is 301 model. It is same as the 201. I have broken ... A: Bob, the suspension springs are available. The 301 (201) movements used by Emperor were ...
Diplomat w/ Hermle '83 1151 050 H	5/21/2008
Q: Greetings and Good Day Mr. Newman, I have read advise you have given in the past, you are one ... A: Jon, there are quite a few reasons for the pendulum hitting the weights. I would like to know if ...
Unusual Cuckoo Music	5/21/2008
Q: My Grandmother had a cuckoo that played music but was NOT "Eidleweiss" or Happy Wanderer" Her clock ... A: Ronnie, tens if not hundreds of thousands of cuckoo clocks have been produced in the Black Forest of ...
Welby Mantle Clock	5/21/2008
Q: I have a Welby Mantle Clock with chimes sounding on the 1/4 hours. The chiming mechanism play a ... A: Doug, I apologize for the delay in my answer. I have been working from 3 computers and had a mixup ...
Linden clock	5/20/2008
Q: My Linden clock has been cleaned and "tuned up". The repairer swears it works in his shop but it ... A: Donna, I sometimes tape a pendulum down with blue painter's tape (to keep from pulling the finish ...
Linden clock	5/20/2008
Q: My Linden clock has been cleaned and "tuned up". The repairer swears it works in his shop but it ... A: Donna, you did not say whether it is a wall or mantel clock. But the main thing to look (or listen) ...
Howard Miller Clock Chiming Wrong	5/20/2008
Q: I have a Howard Miller grandfather clock that was purchased in 2000. In the last year, it has ... A: Henry, I think I know what might be wrong. When is it striking? On the quarter hour? To make sure ...
rigeway tempus fugit grandfather clock help	5/19/2008
Q: My short hand keeps falling (as son winded it backwards )and now just keeps falling. i have tried ... A: Tammy, Ridgeway used a few different movements which required different hands. If you email me the ...
Diplomat Clock Model 1150	5/18/2008
Q: Purchased 9/25/82 John: Clock will not chime, nor will the clock run when level. A 1/4 bubble off ... A: Howard, the first thing you want to do is forget the level. The clock should be set up close to ...
Mantle clock keeps stopping	5/17/2008
Q: I inherited a glass domed mantle clock from my grandfather, it always worked fine at his house but ... A: Jo, the adjustable feet should be set so the center of the pendulum is centered in the small cup on ...
Hermle G/F Clock not running	5/17/2008
Q: I have a 27 year old Grandfather's Clock with a Hermle weighted chain movement, and moving moon ... A: Ed, how long has it been since your clock has been serviced? If it has been more than around 10 ...
Ridgeway Grandfather clock	5/8/2008
Q: I have recently inherited a Ridgeway Grandfather clock that my aunt had since at least the 70s. I am ... A: Charolie, I do not have any specific information on clocks other than mostly Emperor. I do have a ...
cuckoo clock mfg co #505	5/7/2008
Q: i recently picked up this clock at a yard sale. the back is all wood, however the front looks like ... A: Dawn, I have no knowledge of this clock. I wouldn't be able to determine the age, as the ...
H-451 PEARL GRANDFATHER CLOCK MOVEMENT	5/7/2008
Q: Is this the same as model 451-050? Can you advise me where to purchase replacement works? Mine has ... A: Sam, I would think that the H-451 SOUNDS like the 451-050, but I would hate to advise you on the ...
Howard Miller Grandfather clock circa 1982	5/6/2008
Q: I have a Howard Miller floor clock that has the serial number 292578 stamped on the plate inside the ... A: Travis, the make is as stated, a Howard Miller. A lot of these clocks had a model number stamped on ...
bicentennial Grand Father clock	5/5/2008
Q: I have the Harold Lanzer official bicentennial centennial clock that actually rode on the 1976 ... A: Greg, All the answers to the inquiries to my Clocksmiths group referenced the interview by Charlotte ...
350-020 Franz Hermie floor clock	5/4/2008
Q: How do I reset the hour.I can't seem to get the chimes to ring at the hour when I attempt to set it ... A: David, according to your description of the problem, either the minute hand has fallen off and been ...
My Hermle mantle clock	5/4/2008
Q: I purchased this vintage clock at an estate sale. It was not running at the time and I oiled it ... A: Edward, I think there is a problem in the balance wheel escapement, like debris or lack of ...
Tempus Fugit 77 Grandmother Clock	5/4/2008
Q: We have just received my grandparents clock and cannot figure out how to get it to work. I don't ... A: Jenna, first, "Tempus Fugit" is Latin for "Time Flies" and that is usually put on a world symbol in ...
My Hermle mantle clock	5/3/2008
Q: I purchased this vintage clock at an estate sale. It was not running at the time and I oiled it ... A: Edward, I usually need the model number of the clock movement to determine the problem. Send me the ...
bicentennial Grand Father clock	5/3/2008
Q: I have the Harold Lanzer official bicentennial centennial clock that actually rode on the 1976 ... A: Greg, I have found very little information on Harold Lanzer and his clock(s). He must have not made ...
Emporer Model 300 Not Chiming	5/2/2008
Q: I inherited the above clock from my father a couple of weeks ago. It runs pretty well but doesnt ... A: Kevin, the center weight powers the timing and is descending as the clock runs. The weight on the ...
Emperor 101, strikes 12 every hour	5/1/2008
Q: We have an Emperor grandfather clock, model 101 high pallet bridge, carefully and lovingly built by ... A: Sue. If the clock has not been serviced in the last 7 to 10 years, it could be what is needed for ...
Cosmo Pendulum Movement - Harris and Mallow - Verichron	5/1/2008
Q: Just dug this clock out of a box having moved years ago and lost it until now. Where is the "rating ... A: Frank, I am unfamiliar with the clock you mention. The name "Verichron" usually is associated with ...
hermle 450-050	4/30/2008
Q: I believe I turned the chime sprockets to wind them up alittle.then I put the chains on and the ... A: Dino, you are probably referring to a model 451-050. I have never heard of a 450. The Hermle ...
Emperor clock	4/30/2008
Q: Model 120 series. Have built the kit many years ago. I have a broken suspension spring and ... A: Jack, I either have the suspension spring or can give you another source. I will need the model of ...
Why won't my grandfather stop chiming?	4/29/2008
Q: Recently I purchased an inexpensive grandfather clock whose case had to be assembled. I wound it ... A: Dale, what you have is probably an Asian 31-day wind up clock. The stopping can usually be ...
Re Mauthe clock on the 30/07/2007 from a Simon	4/29/2008
Q: Hi John could you please forward the details of Simon who was inquiring about a Mauthe grandmother ... A: Tony, I am not sure what you want. I do not forward information or contacts between questioners, ...
Herschede Hall Clock Grand Prize 1915	4/29/2008
Q: Newman, I just moved to Portland maine with an 8ft Grandfather clock. It needs cleaning and I would ... A: Nancy, one of our Internet Clocksmiths Group has a shop in Rockford. If that is near you, email me ...
Chime not working	4/28/2008
Q: I just recieved an emperor clock model 451-050h when my grandpa passed. it works fine and runs on ... A: Joel, the movememnt was manufactured by Hermle. The left and center weights (as you face the clock) ...
URGOS(UW07039)	4/28/2008
Q: I am trying to hook the pendulum up to the clock mechanism and don't know how. Along with the above ... A: Mike, the pendulum hangs on a hanger that is a brass strap about 6" long. The hanger hangs on a ...
King Arthur Grandfather Clock	4/27/2008
Q: We acquired this clock recently from a junk shop and it is need of repair. It does not work, the ... A: Jim, the King Arthur Clock Company was started by George Fowler (now deceased) after he built up ...
Verichrhron Pendulum Wall Clock, Model DS 4001	4/27/2008
Q: We recently purchased this clock and it keeps great time but does not chime. How do I set the chimes ... A: Ted, I believe that what you have is an Asian 31-day clock. Some of these types do have a lever ...
Mantle clock chiming out of sequence.	4/27/2008
Q: I have a German Junghans mantle clock which i believe to be over a hundred years old. The problem ... A: Pete, the hour hand was probably knocked out of position when it was being set. The fix is rather ...
Emperor clock	4/27/2008
Q: I have an emperor clock built probably around 1985. It was shipped from Illinois to Seattle, ... A: Mary Louise, there might be a shipping lever on the back of the movement on the strike side that has ...
weight driven clock	4/26/2008
Q: my uncle built a old form of clock from a kit in the 1950's. It has one hand and is driven by two ... A: Eddy, by your description, I think the clock is the type that has a continuous chain. The smaller ...
clock with smoke damage	4/25/2008
Q: John, March 03, 2008 I had a house fire. I have a Emperor 205-A Oak 101-M/MOON dial/arabic/alum ... A: Herb, the way we clean a movement properly is to break it down and clean it in a clock cleaning ...
Haid - Mantle Clock	4/25/2008
Q: I bought a Haid mantle clock at an Estate Sale in S.F. for US$50.00 a month ago. At the back is ... A: Henry, the movement in your clock was manufactured for Haid by Hermle and is regulated by either a ...
Ridgeway Grandfather Clock	4/24/2008
Q: I have a middle weight that won't drop would you know the reason for this,I just wound it up last ... A: Jim, the right and left weights don't drop either, do they? As you face the clock, the center ...
grandfather clock by kieninger	4/24/2008
Q: In early 1970, my cousin bought me a grandfather clock when she was in Germany. What can you tell ... A: I would suggest Googling Kieninger clocks. The first few hits have some good history, I don't know ...
grandfather clock by kieninger	4/24/2008
Q: In early 1970, my cousin bought me a grandfather clock when she was in Germany. What can you tell ... A: Paula, it sounds like you have one of the dark oak tall case clocks manufactured in Germany around ...
suspension spring	4/23/2008
Q: I have a Erhardjaush; uhrenfabrik; Germany clock with the following numbers: 77 174; 249731. The ... A: Tony, I am out of the suspension springs at the moment. You can get them from Timesavers (On Line ...
missing key	4/23/2008
Q: I have a Wuersch key wound pendulum clock, model C434 M40 Figure eight cherry.....series Heritage ... A: Sue, when purchasing a key for a clock, it must fit perfectly. If it's too small it will not go on ...
Barwick Grandmother Clock	4/22/2008
Q: The clock has three weights. Someone tried to wind it. They took the weight off the left chain and ... A: Nell, either the sprocket wheel that the chain rides on has broken or the chain has slipped off the ...
Replace Hermle 1050-020	4/16/2008
Q: As a first clock project, I have installed a new Hermle 1050-020 movement into a bracket clock ... A: Anthony, 1. The hour hand needs to be pushed on far enough so the minute hand bushing doesn't ...
Chime out of sync	4/16/2008
Q: I have a Seth Thomas clock with a 340-020 movement. The clock chimes at 2 mins past the quarter ... A: Leong, it's best to stop a clock when doing this procedure, as the hands advance a little during ...
Howard Miller floor clock	4/14/2008
Q: I hope you can help me with the model name and age of a clock I bought at an estate sale. Any other ... A: Bob, my old catalogs go back to a model 610-160 in 1990. I imagine the 610-132 would go back a few ...
grandfather clock -	4/14/2008
Q: Bought a Seth Thomas A403-020 (8110) gradfather clock. When hanging weights into their place, ... A: Antonio, set it plumb as far as it looks in the room, but don't worry about the spirit level. The ...
grandfather clock - "extra piece"	4/14/2008
Q: Bought a Seth Thomas A403-020 (8110) gradfather clock. When hanging weights into their place, ... A: Antonio, the piece shown is the shipping retainer for the pendulum hanger. It clips on each side of ...
vintage compac watch trio	4/13/2008
Q: we cam across a trio compac gold plated. the watch has the name weldwood. it sits in a make-up ... A: Virginia, I have stated in my profile that I do not do watches. It is near the end of the ...
Alaron 31 Day Clock	4/13/2008
Q: My mother passed away and left this clock to me, I know it works because she had it in her home and ... A: Carol, you are not doing anything wrong. First, the pendulum hanging configuration might be out of ...
Chaunchey Jerome clock	4/12/2008
Q: I have a chaunchey jerome clock that I wind every day, so I know it is one of the cheaper models. My ... A: Donna, just because it is a 30-hour clock doesn't necessarily mean it is cheaper. Jerome clocks are ...
Ridgeway"The Connoiseur Collection" clock	4/11/2008
Q: I inherited a Ridgeway "The Connoiseur Collection" Grandfather Clock from my father. I believe that ... A: Marj, I usually need the model number of the movement itself to determine the weight positions, but ...
HERMLE VS RIDGEWAY	4/11/2008
Q: I am in the process of trying to decide whether to purchase a Hermle or Ridgeway Grandfather Clock. ... A: Debbie, reqardless of description, I think you'll find that all clock manufacturers, follow the same ...
Pearl grandfather clock	4/11/2008
Q: I have a grandfather bought in 1987. One of the weights has broken and I would like to replace ... A: Randy, what do you mean that the weight has broken? Would you describe it? A weight consists of ...
howard miller western germany	4/10/2008
Q: I have a howard miller mantle clock with a 340-020 two jewel mechanism, clock was made in western ... A: Bobby, Hermle made this movement for Howard Miller. Looking at the back of the movement, the first ...
Alaron 31 Day Clock	4/10/2008
Q: My mother passed away and left this clock to me, I know it works because she had it in her home and ... A: Carol, I know you will cherish the clock. As you stated in the Subject field, it is a 31-day clock. ...
Question From March	4/9/2008
Q: John, On March 6,2008, you were able to give me some information about a Grandfather clock I ... A: Jeff, I had just deleted the information and source the day before you wrote this. I went back and ...
Suspension Spring on Emperor Model 120	4/8/2008
Q: The suspension spring broke on the pendulum. I cannot figure out what size suspension spring I need ... A: Brian, you gave me the model of the Emperor case. They used 2 different movement manufacturers ...
Grandfather clock looses several hours a day	4/8/2008
Q: I obtained a grandfather clock without a pendulum, I replaced the pendulum with a wooden stick type ... A: Venus, clock movements are designed for the gearing to be a certain ratio for pendulums of ...
king arthur clock	4/7/2008
Q: In answer to your questions are the following answers. The model is 451-050H; There is 94cm over 66 ... A: Frank, I am having problems with my wireless connection at work and am delayed on my answers. I was ...
odd mantle clock	4/7/2008
Q: I picked up a mantle clock made of brass and glass at the swap meet yesterday. Its a strange ... A: Kerrilynn, I cannot imagine what the clock would be from the interesting description. ST is a Seth ...
main spring key sizing	4/7/2008
Q: I have an E. Ingraham shelf/mantel clock given in trade for my help moving someone some 20+ years ... A: Julie, sounds like you have what the collectors call a "black." They first came from Europe made of ...
suspension spring for Howard Miller Clock	4/6/2008
Q: John, I have a Howard Miller clock with a Barwick movement; it is Howard Miller Model 610-136 (with ... A: David, I do not have completer information on cross referencing modern production models of clocks ...
Franz Hermle clock	4/6/2008
Q: I bought a Franz Hermle clock about a year ago in an auction but i cannot identfy the model.It`s a ... A: Seamus, I can check my references. Sen the digitals to my email address below. John Newman THE ...
Grandfather clock looses several hours a day	4/6/2008
Q: I obtained a grandfather clock without a pendulum, I replaced the pendulum with a wooden stick type ... A: Venus, the variation of the ticking sound could be caused by a worn or damaged escapement wheel or ...
W. Haid Clock	4/4/2008
Q: I found a comment from you of a couple of years ago in regards to W. Haid clock. I purchased one ... A: I checked the comment that I hade made (a long time ago) and don't have any more information to add. ...
Clock repair question	4/4/2008
Q: I'd appreciate if you could give me a hint toward my effort to tune an old Japy pendulum clock which ... A: Adrian, did the bob actually drop when you lowered the rating nut, and how much did the rate change ...
Mantle clock	4/3/2008
Q: I hope you can help me out here. I was given a clock from my Grandmothers belongings. However no one ... A: Archie, there was a Cuckoo manufacturing company in New York and they used Hermle movmements which ...
3" hinged bezel	4/3/2008
Q: i have desperately been trying to get a 3" hinged flat glass bezel as i am veneering a clock for my ... A: Louise, I'm having a little trouble with my Internet wireless and had sent you an answer, but it ...
king arther clock parts	4/2/2008
Q: I have a king arther clock model 451. I would like to find a suspension spring. Please contact me ... A: Frank, I need to know the complete information from the back of the clock movement which will be ...
seth thomas suspension spring, circa1871	4/2/2008
Q: I need to replace a broken suspension spring on an old seth thomas # 2 regulator. Can you tell me ... A: Pete, an old S. LaRose (now out of business) lists the spring as a CMH-160.9, 5/8" x 0.018" x 72". ...
Sligh Grandfather Clock 0864-2-AN	4/2/2008
Q: We have a friend with this Sligh grandfather clock purchased in the early 80's. The pendulum ... A: Juli, the number you have given me is a clock model, not the movement model, which I usually need. ...
elgin anniver. clock	4/1/2008
Q: The clock has a battery powered japanese quartz movement. There is no serial number on the clock. ... A: Ah Ha! I really cannot think of anything that would be wrong with the clock, as it is very unusual ...
our very old grandfather clock has a problem	4/1/2008
Q: We moved the left weight on our old grandfather clock, that has two weights, to much to the top when ... A: Angelika, it could be that the strike train (all the gears, etc.) became jammed. Usually, the ...
elgin anniver. clock	3/31/2008
Q: we moved it and now the chime wont work, how can i restart it? A: Kristin, you gave me no information on the description or model number of the clock. There are ...
Clock adjustment	3/31/2008
Q: I own an Emperor Grandfather clock I built from a kit in 1976. I replaced the works in the late ... A: Thomas, first let's clarify the problem. When you say it is 6 minutes off on the quarter hour, I ...
Emperor Clock Model 100	3/29/2008
Q: John, My wife has an Emperor Clock built by her uncle in 1971 which she values. Recently while ... A: Dennis, you can get these from the folowing suppliers, or I do have them in stock. I can give you ...
Erhard Jauch Uhrenfabrik made for Emperor Clock Company 77	3/28/2008
Q: We recently received this clock from my wife's grandfather. In the process of moving it, the ... A: Jim, email me referencing the subject and Monday I'll send you a digital of how it is supposted to ...
Viking grandfather clock	3/27/2008
Q: I was recently given a Viking grandfather clock from an elderly customer of mine. For whatever ... A: I'm not sure the 199 models had the auto-beat. The auto beat for the later model 1151 movements is ...
seiko westminster whittington	3/27/2008
Q: I have a seiko westminster whittington wall clock that I have had for the past 6 years. After I ... A: If it is quartz and loosing that much time, it probably cannot be fixed. There are very few ways of ...
seiko westminster whittington	3/26/2008
Q: I have a seiko westminster whittington wall clock that I have had for the past 6 years. After I ... A: Michael, I am not familiar with your model. Is it a Seiko brand with the selection of the ...
Grandfather Clock	3/26/2008
Q: I recently looked at my girlfriends GF clock, which had the weights (left,center) to the top and the ... A: Thomas, I have a general list of things to look for. If a clock movement is in operating condition ...
My Howard Millar Grandfather Clock is off by 5 hours no matter what I do	3/26/2008
Q: I received a beautiful Howard Miller grandfather clock for Christmas. It has worked like a charm. ... A: Kami, if I understand correctly, it was probably the hour hand that was stuck on the "1". In this ...
Spring strength	3/25/2008
Q: I am repairing a clock with a broken main spring. When ordering I'm having trouble with the ... A: Carleton, a lot of available mainsprings are not exactly the same as the originals. There are many ...
E Ingraham mantel clock	3/25/2008
Q: I am trying to get this old mantel clock to work, (its had a hard life), need to find some online ... A: Micki, I have had clocks come into my shop that customers have tried to disassemble and fix with ...
seth thomas grandfather clock	3/25/2008
Q: I have a Seth Thomas model 4504 with a tempus fugit face.It has 3 weights I think I have everything ... A: Ryan, I have provided a copy of some instructions to check the operation of your clock. After ...
Winding arbour on a Smiths Enfield Clock	3/23/2008
Q: G'day, I have a Smiths Enfield clock which I think is a striking not chiming clock? It has 2 winding ... A: Andrew, a striking clock strikes out the hours and/or strikes out the hours and strikes once on the ...
Viking grandfather clock	3/23/2008
Q: I was recently given a Viking grandfather clock from an elderly customer of mine. For whatever ... A: Vince, here is a revised copy of an answer which shoul apply to your question. I presented three ...
Ridgeway Grandfather clock	3/22/2008
Q: I have a Continental ridgeway clock. It started gaining time. Then I noticed that the second hand ... A: Woody, most likely the escapement wheel is the one skipping. The escapement function is to allow ...
Emperor clocks	3/22/2008
Q: 2 questions: 1.i have a grandfather clock and need a movement and hardware. movement 208 or 209 I ... A: Ken, I would like to help you, but I need some further details on your questions. You can send them ...
Franz Hermie	3/22/2008
Q: The dongs go off 2 minutes past the actual time it should. Do you know how I can adjust it to go ... A: Gordon, as I have stated in my Allexperts profile, It is very helpful and a lot of times necessary ...
floating balance	3/21/2008
Q: I'm after some wire for a floating balance. the present dia. is 0.02mm. I wonder if you are able to ... A: Michael, I just checked the wire on one of my floating balances and I measured 0.009" which converts ...
Viking Grandfather Clock	3/20/2008
Q: I have a Viking Gr. Clock, Series # 111,which no longer operates. Can you advise on repair. I ... A: Geno, I attempted to answer your question yesterday and I think I had a glitch in my computer ...
missing weights	3/20/2008
Q: John I just bought a grandfather clock at a garage sale and it is missing the weights. It was made ... A: Phil, I am having trouble finding a reference to the UW07053, but hav send an inquiry to my Internet ...
Black Forest cuckoo clock	3/20/2008
Q: We were given this clock, perhaps in 1966, the date on the back. We apparently sent it in to Cuckoo ... A: Elizabeth, fellow curator. Cuckoos are either hated or loved. People get tired of that cuckoo ...
1986 Urgos UW03049B Chime and Strike Problem	3/19/2008
Q: My parents have the above movement in a 1986 Centennial Ridgeway Grandfather Clock with chime and ... A: Perry, I am in the midst of having the members of my Internet Clocksmiths group send me their ...
Model 300M	3/18/2008
Q: My uncle built this clock for my granmother in 1978. I have since inherited it. I have the assembly ... A: Paula, I need a little more information and possibly a digital photo of the position of the hammers ...
chime adjustment	3/18/2008
Q: I have a circa 1850 Ingraham mantel 7 or 8 day (not sure) grandfather clock which chimes at about 3 ... A: Ron, this type of clock has a strike trip mechanism attached to the centershaft betweeen the plates ...
1986 Urgos UW03049B Chime and Strike Problem	3/17/2008
Q: My parents have the above movement in a 1986 Centennial Ridgeway Grandfather Clock with chime and ... A: Perry, is difficult for me to recommend the proper service for the clock owner for a clock that has ...
fanch grandfather movt	3/17/2008
Q: I have a Fanch grandfather movt made in the 1950s, I think. Iam trying to find out the history about ... A: David, I did some research on the name Fanch and the only information was from another reference ...
Grandfather clock	3/16/2008
Q: I have been given a grandfather clock that has been in my husband family since 1974 and I don't know ... A: Amelia, I can't really tell too much from the picture, but what is important is that the movement is ...
clock swing arm and pendulum	3/15/2008
Q: I recently bought a "howard miller" 31 day regulator clock on e-bay. When I recieved the clock it ... A: David, I sorry about the deal on eBay. I cannot get involved in too much advice on that, but I ...
Heinz Jauch movrment	3/15/2008
Q: I have an Emperor Clock Kit Model 120 with an 8 day movement mechanism that Emperor calls their 100M ... A: William, I do encourage emails as followups from the Allexperts format. It allows me to receive and ...
clock chimes ........	3/13/2008
Q: Had to have my Howard Miller #124 battery pendulum strike movement clock, model #612-475 (out of ... A: L.R., all I can offer is that it is possible that either a different model unit was replaced, or an ...
Replacing an Urgos movement	3/12/2008
Q: I just purchased an Urgos movement UW66018 to replace a UW66036 movement in my Howard Miller ... A: Vince, I noted that I sent my second attempt with less detail. The additional information was that ...
Hermle 451-050H Hour Strike Problem	3/12/2008
Q: The hour strike begins almost immediately after the final chime of the Westminster melodey. On all ... A: Garry, unfortunately, this fix would require the services of an experienced clockmaker. When the ...
Barwick Grandfather Clock M#4875	3/11/2008
Q: I was wondering what the age of this model might be, and as I understand from your site, you do not ... A: Tom, I believe the Barwick brand was a Howard Miller line. I have very little information on what I ...
Replacing an Urgos movement	3/11/2008
Q: I just purchased an Urgos movement UW66018 to replace a UW66036 movement in my Howard Miller ... A: Vince, I sent a detailed reply with sources and suggestions for your question and it appeared again, ...
Verichron 31-day Regulator wall clock	3/11/2008
Q: Twice now I've taken it off the wall and it doesn't want to run after replacing it. First time, it ... A: Lugene, a clock is set at the factory or a repair shop to run with an even beat when level. ...
15 year old Sligh grandfather clock	3/8/2008
Q: Our 15-20 year old Sligh has quit chiming. As we live WAAAAY out in the holler, no clock shop or ... A: Jack, there were many different designs of clock cases and they used various designs of mounting ...
pendulum hanger	3/7/2008
Q: The pendulum hanger is broken on my clock. Where can I purchase another one? A: Send me (email address below) the information found on the backplate of the movement itself and I'll ...
non-ticking clock	3/7/2008
Q: I have just inherited my fathers grandfather clock - he made the case himself from japanese oak. It ... A: Brendon, reply to my email and I'll get some additional information from you so I can give you the ...
flat glass replacement	3/7/2008
Q: I have a Lenzkirch table clock that about 7" tall. There looks like there was glass on all 4 sides. ... A: Bill, I will have to do some checking, but it is possible that your clock originally had beveled ...
antique grandfather clock	3/6/2008
Q: I have two questions. on the face plate of the clock, in script, has the last name of Jackson, with ... A: Jeff, this second question appeared again on my list. I had already answered it. If you did not ...
Zaandam clock	3/6/2008
Q: I have a zaandam clock recently repaired that loses about 3 or 4 minutes a day. Are there any ... A: Gary, is there a round brass knurled nut under the horse pendulum? That would be the rating nut. ...
Emperor Grandfather Clock 300M	3/5/2008
Q: I have an Emperor Grandfather Clock that falls behind approx 10 min. As far as I know, it has never ... A: I have sent in an inquiry for a clockmaker near you. Still waiting. I do have the manual for the ...
clock wound up too far	3/5/2008
Q: I have an Enfield Coy chiming mantle clock, made in England. I think I wouund it up too much. I ... A: Trees, was it running okay until you wound it, or has it not run for a while? Generally you cannot ...
Montgomery Ward schoolhouse wall clock	3/4/2008
Q: I have obtained this clock from my Maternal Grandmother. I was trying to find out some more ... A: Tony, I cannot really offer any information on your clock, as there were many of these clocks made ...
Emperor quality downgraded	3/4/2008
Q: I just bought a mantle clock kit from Emperor last week and am very dismayed at the quality of the ... A: Kathleen, you ask a question that is one of the more difficult to answer, as we are talking about ...
Emperor Grandfather Clock 300M	3/3/2008
Q: I have an Emperor Grandfather Clock that falls behind approx 10 min. As far as I know, it has never ... A: Shannon, when you say it falls behind approx 10 minutes, do you mean 10 minutes an hour, day or ...
antique grandfather clock	3/2/2008
Q: I have two questions. on the face plate of the clock, in script, has the last name of Jackson, with ... A: Jeff, I check my resources and found a few clockmakers under the name of Jackson in London. But no ...
Ansonia Clock	3/1/2008
Q: The clock chimes an hour behind the displayed time. Would you know how to correct that. It is a ... A: Carolyn, the easiest way for you to correct this on your clock is to wait until the hour strikes and ...
howard miller	3/1/2008
Q: i've read your answers to questions regarding clocks .thank you! i'm sure someone has asked you this ... A: Steve, email me at the address below and I will reply with some information. John Newman THE ...
Verichron Regulator Mechanical Movement	3/1/2008
Q: I received this Verichron Regulator clock from my parents estate, cir. 1975. The pendulum is ... A: Lee, because of the different lengths and types of pendulums on various clocks, the best thing to do ...
Korean clock	2/29/2008
Q: John, I have a clock bought through Mail Merchants from JCPenney, probably in the early 80s. This ... A: Mike, that is a nice looking clock. Unfortunately, a lot of the Asian clock movements had soft ...
help finding possible parts	2/28/2008
Q: I have an Ingraham, Gila clock. "gingerbread type". On the case next to the door the clock had a ... A: Richard, those parts are very rare and I certainly know your frustration! I have a clock with ...
Heinz Jauch movrment	2/28/2008
Q: I have an Emperor Clock Kit Model 120 with an 8 day movement mechanism that Emperor calls their 100M ... A: William/Jack B, thanks for your concern on the tornados. Our family and business were untouched. ...
Hamilton wall chime clock	2/27/2008
Q: My husband earned a beautiful Hamilton wall chime clock from General Motors for 30 years of ... A: Peggy, unless the mainsprings were wound so tight that they broke with a loud bang, their being ...
Tempus Fugit Ridgeway Clock	2/27/2008
Q: My clock has been running great for years. I needed to wind it on Saturday, so I pulled the three ... A: Cindy, I think I just explained what should be done in my previous answers. I'll try to make sure I ...
Tempus Fugit Ridgeway Clock	2/26/2008
Q: My clock has been running great for years. I needed to wind it on Saturday, so I pulled the three ... A: I am not familiar with the 3347 number. I don't know of any identification on the back of any ...
Tempus Fugit Ridgeway Clock	2/26/2008
Q: My clock has been running great for years. I needed to wind it on Saturday, so I pulled the three ... A: Cindy, if you will send me the model information on the back of the clock movement, I can help you ...
Franz Hermle CLock	2/20/2008
Q: I just picked up a Franz Hermle Grandfather clock for $50. I know nothing about clocks at all, I ... A: Michelle, I have information on your movment, and can steer you in the direction of sources for the ...
colonial #7807794	2/19/2008
Q: Owned for for over 20 years, last service 2/22/2003,same caretaker past away. at present it keeps ... A: Mike, I will have to know the numbers of the movement itself, as a cross reference to the Colonial ...
ridgeway clock model 319	2/18/2008
Q: I don’t know if you can help me or not. I have a Ridgeway floor clock model # 319. I’m looking for ... A: James, there is very little information on the history of modern production clocks. The only clue ...
Location of chime selection on FMS wall clock	2/18/2008
Q: We have an FMS wall clock very similar to one pictured here ... A: Doug, I was not able to locate the exact clock to which you were referring on the Web Site. I could ...
phinney walker	2/18/2008
Q: i have a 3 fold phinney walker clock - i want to say alarm clock but i don't see a place to set the ... A: Margaret, there were probably 10's of thousands of these types of small travel clocks made. I don't ...
locked up chains	2/17/2008
Q: I have a Viking Clock with operating instructions from Foley Alabama series #111. Problem is the two ... A: Amy, I apologize for the delay in my answer. Our area was hit by tornados and we had no ...
Hermle will not chine on quarter hour	2/17/2008