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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

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: Charoli