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Clocks, Watches/Questions Answered by Expert Kenneth Saunders

Subject	Date Asked
short shaft. long shaft	2/9/2012
Q: you have been helping me to figure out the part I need for clock. what you sent me was I need ... A: depends on how thick your dial is at the hole in the center. remove the old movement and measure ...
Bulova manual.	2/7/2012
Q: I recently bought a second-hand Bulova mantel clock, which I've identified as a "Dorchester" B1814. ... A: http://store.howardmiller.com/wcsstore/HowardMillerPublicSite/Attachment/496978_r3_Mechanical_Wall_M ...
Clocks running/stopping irregularly	2/6/2012
Q: Kieninger PS 55 movement (seven day movement) The Initial problem I had was that when the clock was ... A: OK try the experiment again with the hammer first check that the hammer does not start to lift at ...
Clocks running/stopping irregularly	2/6/2012
Q: Kieninger PS 55 movement (seven day movement) The Initial problem I had was that when the clock was ... A: my notes indicate the weights on the PS are supposed to be 6.9 for the left side gong strike and 8.8 ...
Smiths 8day Mantel clock with floating balance - cleaning	2/6/2012
Q: 1. My friend has an English “Smiths” striking mantel clock ca 1958 that needs cleaning. 2. The ... A: the system only allows posting one photo- if you want to send the others to me at ...
interclock info	2/6/2012
Q: I have aquired a belgiam interclock grandfatherclock that is missing both side panels on the cabinet ... A: "would like to find the side panels" I do not think this will be possible. I do not know what ...
Suspension spring gone	2/4/2012
Q: I have a Japy mantel clock. The crutch fork is working fine but there is no suspension spring to ... A: the upper adjustable block on the back of the movement is not familiar to me- Timesavers had about a ...
Susspension spring gone	2/4/2012
Q: I have a Japy mantel clock. The crutch fork is working fine but there is no suspension spring to ... A: http://www.timesavers.com/catalogmain2.asp?ProductID=11069&submit1=Search French suspension ...
Hermle movement substitute?	2/4/2012
Q: I have a Franz Hermle movement 350 - 20 and wonder if there are any substitutes or if I have to find ... A: a Hermle 350-020 is normally used in a table clock as it has no hanging pendulum or weights only a ...
Tempus fugat wall clock	2/1/2012
Q: My clock is a Westminister chime wind up. Currently it is running a little fast. How do I slow it ... A: fugit -- latin for "flies" where we get fugitive from the motto is "time flies" or is ...
vechichrome school house clock	1/29/2012
Q: Keeps excelent time but chimes for the correct hour at 20 minutes oast the hour? How can I get it ... A: the minute hand is held on by a nut - use pliers and remove it - if the minute hand has a square ...
ridgeway	1/19/2012
Q: I have a 1989 ridgeway anniversary clock. it has a silent, happy birthday, westminster, anniversary ... A: you have an unusual clock- never in 42 years have I heard of one that plays happy birthday I assume ...
w. haid mantle clock with 340-020 movement	1/18/2012
Q: I read a question on this site in reference to a clock like mine running approx 5 minutes slow. ... A: In the back there is a silver wheel that oscillates back and forth. Hold the rim of the wheel still ...
Clock will not chime	1/17/2012
Q: We have a Ridgeway Tempus Fugit QE166 Grandfather Clock, Movement E, Serial #3246. We have cleaned ... A: turning the hand should start the chimes just as the 2 o'clock lever got lifted by you -- the hand ...
Clock will not chime	1/12/2012
Q: We have a Ridgeway Tempus Fugit QE166 Grandfather Clock, Movement E, Serial #3246. We have cleaned ... A: how are you "We can manually trip it" acomplishing the tripping? I have seen the little ...
sessions store regulator	1/11/2012
Q: How do i safely remove the calendar hand? The hour and minute hands came off fine, but the calendar ... A: oil the joint between the hand and the brass shaft- come back tomorrow and stick a small screwdriver ...
hermle grandfather pendulum	1/6/2012
Q: whilst moving from Spain to Thailand recently ,the pendulum of our grandfather clock was lost ,can i ... A: was it a wooden stick pendulum / or all metal? what diameter pendulum disk? should be 85cm from ...
Pearl 1161-850H	12/31/2011
Q: I recently purchased a Pearl Grandfather Clock from a thrift store for $35.00 dollars. I have no ... A: excellent info-thanks clock was made in 1982 excellent price also! heaviest weight goes on the ...
Clock Strikes in-between the Quarter Hour	12/23/2011
Q: I have a Hermle 350-020 movement. I tried to fix it when it was striking one hour off (for ... A: you needed only to MOVE the hour hand not remove it not sure what in-betyween the quarter hours ...
Welby Brass Anniversary Shelf Mantle Clock Germany	12/17/2011
Q: i was helping my parents did throuh stuff the other day and came upon this Welby Brass Anniversary ... A: Welby did not make the clock- they had them made by various German companies. If you have a clock ...
Wall Clock	12/12/2011
Q: I am trying to identify a clock that I have. I was told it was off of an old steamship. This clock ... A: if it has a pendulum, it would not work on a steamship! Probably used in one of their land based ...
Seth Thomas Mantel Clock	11/27/2011
Q: I have a Seth Thomas mantel clock with a Hermle Movement #A403-001. Its a Westminster chime but ... A: sure- happens in older Hermle movements-- the arm is part of a "V" shaped lever with the top ...
Ansonia clock chimes the hour on the half hour	11/22/2011
Q: How do I get my Ansonia clock to chime more than once on the hour and once on the half hour, instead ... A: while it is doing the hour when the minute hand is at "6" continue and move the minute hand ...
Grandfather clock	11/21/2011
Q: I'm a hobby clock repairer.I have a urgos uw32130d 1465771. i have bushed it twice it will cost for ... A: my Urgos chart calls a UW32130 a Westminster only chain driven movement and a UW32134 a triple ...
Sligh Grandfather Clock	11/19/2011
Q: Our grandfather clock stopped chiming about two weeks ago. The cylinders are not dropping ... A: not chiming, then the weight powering the chiming on the right and the strike at the hour on the ...
Urgus clock	11/18/2011
Q: I wrote to you over a month ago about my dad's urgus wall clock. He had told me the pendulum was ... A: If a picture of the clock works & pendulum would help I will send you one as soon as possible. Thank ...
Urgus clock	11/16/2011
Q: I wrote to you over a month ago about my dad's urgus wall clock. He had told me the pendulum was ... A: URGOS---this should be the one: ...
Ridgeway grandfather	11/16/2011
Q: The pendulum does not swing straight - it wobbles - and its not tick tocking. Ridgeway Model 194 ... A: joint between the pendulum leader and the crutch foot or pin needs to be at a right angle--often the ...
Grandmother clock weights	11/13/2011
Q: I was hoping that you could answer a question about the weights on my new ( to me ) clock. It is ... A: left powers the hour strike---5 bongs for 5 o'clock, etc. something is stuck look in the left ...
Oldish Strausbourg Manor Wall Clock	11/10/2011
Q: We are interested in a Strausbourg Manor Wall Clock that we saw in a consignment shop. However, we ... A: if it says "31 day" on the dial - it is a cheap Korean movement in probably a pretty nice Korean ...
Urgus clock	11/2/2011
Q: My father has an Urgus pendulum wall clock approximately 9" wide, 12"high. The pendulum is not ... A: the name is URGOS and about 28" overall would be about right -- they have not made that mechanism ...
Howard miller 341-020	10/17/2011
Q: clock will not chime. removed movement from housing. Tension spring mounted on center post appears ... A: it is attached--like I said"spring wire is coiled in a friction fit around post of the "<" shaped ...
Howard miller 341-020	10/16/2011
Q: clock will not chime. removed movement from housing. Tension spring mounted on center post appears ... A: "Just reaching" is probably all you need- it does not connect to the rack, only borrows the rack ...
Howard miller 341-020	10/16/2011
Q: clock will not chime. removed movement from housing. Tension spring mounted on center post appears ... A: not broken! the right hand end of the spring wire bends and tucks against and under the middle of ...
Bentima clock- 8 day	10/14/2011
Q: I have been given my mother's 8 day Bentima westminster clock. It works OK but I am not able to get ... A: common misconseption - winding tight is good--- are you sure you are winding them the right ...
grandfather clock	10/12/2011
Q: I have a clock made in West Germany(bought in Italy) that has the markings in the back of the clock ... A: I think we are down to the initial thought: 1984 manufacture date makes it overdue for cleaning ...
grandfather clock	10/10/2011
Q: I have a clock made in West Germany(bought in Italy) that has the markings in the back of the clock ... A: 1984 manufacture date makes it overdue for cleaning and or overhaul and or replacement heavy weight ...
Hamilton Pendulum Wall Clock	10/7/2011
Q: Hamilton pendulum wall clock, have had it for more than 30 years. It always worked fine kept good ... A: how slow in a week's time? in a day? Your belief is correct - raising the pendulum disk by ...
Electric clocks	9/27/2011
Q: Some one asked why do clocks tick, you answered: any battery operated clocks that have a "sweep ... A: no- I am still correct - there is a subtlety here; most battery clocks are NOT "sweep second hand" ...
restarting after move	9/25/2011
Q: after a move to another home, my G.F. cable driven clock won't tick tock. I think that the brass ... A: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
new england clock pendulum	9/21/2011
Q: I bought a New England cuckoo-like clock with weights and a pendulum today at an estate sale. We ... A: The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
cuckoo clock	9/12/2011
Q: I have a musical cuckoo clock and I can not get the music adjusted corretly. It is a top mount music ... A: most of these with music boxes that have only one tune on them should be set up to play the music ...
341-020 movement	9/8/2011
Q: Just purchased a Hermle clock with the 341-020 G movement. The mechanisum is very clean and runs ... A: clock oil- but not a job for most folks - mechanism needs to be removed from the case and the oil ...
United Clock Corp. wall mount pocket watch	9/5/2011
Q: I have a medium size wall mount "pocket watch" it started making noise and quit working, my son took ... A: no work with your son to put it back - he took it apart take it to a clock repair person locally - ...
341-020 movement	9/4/2011
Q: Just purchased a Hermle clock with the 341-020 G movement. The mechanisum is very clean and runs ... A: tight is good there is on these a sliver L shaped lever that gets manually rotated down in the ...
Continuing the Seth Thomas clock question	9/4/2011
Q: The system did not offer me an option to ask another follow up. I have taken a new picture that I ... A: good photo the pendulum wire hangs through a slot in the brass verge foot coming from the ...
Seth Thomas clock	9/2/2011
Q: I have a Seth Thomas 4505 8 day pendilum in a Tambour case. The date in the back is Dec 24, 1943. It ... A: the mechanism can get out of alignment with the case so that leveling the case will not level the ...
german made wall clock	8/28/2011
Q: I have a clock that my mother got in Germany in early 1970. She got it from an individual so the ... A: A box clock - so called --nice tone to the strike- probably from the 1920's or early 30's if in ...
grandfather clock	8/13/2011
Q: We have had this grandfather clock for over 30 years. There are no markings on the case and it looks ... A: FROM MY INTERNET FRIENDS; It's commonly used as an abbreviation for Schwingungen, that is, beats ...
Howard Miller 611-084 Ramsey floor chime	6/16/2011
Q: the clock is 2 years old. Started acting up after a year. Had the warranty approved service guy ... A: if still under warantee - make sure you keep after Howard Miller and do NOT let them off the hook! ...
Weights in a 19th century longcase clock	6/10/2011
Q: A puzzle regarding a grandfather clock, probably 130-150 years old, that my father (now deceased) ... A: need a pro to take the hood off and check the system out. You say this in CA? where? going there ...
Weights in a 19th century longcase clock	6/8/2011
Q: A puzzle regarding a grandfather clock, probably 130-150 years old, that my father (now deceased) ... A: in the typical set up the left weight powers the hour strike on a bell and the right weight powers ...
Grandfather clock weights	6/8/2011
Q: I have a Howard Miller Grandfather clock that I inherited from my grandparents. We just recently ... A: good job--indicates a 1980 made German Hermle movement 1151-053H 114 cm long pendulum 60 beats per ...
position of clock weights	6/6/2011
Q: I have a grandfather clock which my dad built from a kit in the early 80's. The works are made by ... A: as you face the clock the heaviest goes on the right--next heaviest in the middle works were made ...
Grandfather clock weights	6/5/2011
Q: I have a Howard Miller Grandfather clock that I inherited from my grandparents. We just recently ... A: weights lost by movers is a very common complaint. the info you listed is Howard Miller's info and ...
Grandfather Clock	5/25/2011
Q: I have an old German clock that I purchased in 1977 when I was stationed in Germany while in the Air ... A: 116 is the pendulum length in cm and Jauch did have a chain driven movement with a one second ...
Hermle 451-50	5/12/2011
Q: I bought this longcase westminster clock second hand. It chimes as it is supposed to but the chimes ... A: Westminster has 4 decending notes at 1/4 after-- trip it and see if the hammers at 1/4 after get ...
clocks	5/10/2011
Q: A friend inherited 2 clocks from his Mom, who has passed away. One of the clocks on the back says ... A: Barwick clocks were made 1961-1988 - the back of the mechanism itself will have stamped info to help ...
Keininger clock	5/9/2011
Q: I have a grandfather clock with a Keininger movement. I bought is second hand a couple of weeks ... A: chain drive would not have this problem ARE the weights the same? any warrantee with the ...
31 day wall clock needs winding in a week	4/27/2011
Q: This clock was given to me by some close freinds and I hate to see it die. On the face of the clock ... A: no- does not need to be level---but the ticking sound is even-sounding is critical 1) you are not ...
31 day wall clock needs winding in a week	4/27/2011
Q: This clock was given to me by some close freinds and I hate to see it die. On the face of the clock ... A: tightening the nut under the swinging pendulum disk will raise the disk and speed the clock up. ...
Sligh Grandfather Clock Part	4/27/2011
Q: We recently moved our Sligh grandfather clock, and when I was reinstalling the weights and pendulum ... A: leave it in the bottom of the case. is is a piece of packing that would go across the back of the ...
Hermle Movement problem	4/26/2011
Q: I have a 23 year old Sligh floor clock. It has a Hermle 1161 853 BS / 114cm movement. It will run ... A: your pro needs to answer this-I hope you have a warrantee with his work- tell him to take the ...
clock weights	4/23/2011
Q: i have just bought top part of a vintage ridgeway grandfather clock modle 138 serial10206 movemenr e ... A: need to know all the markings off the back of the mechanism itself. you are missing the chime and ...
Mauthe clock keeps stopping	4/14/2011
Q: I have a Mauthe wall clock that belonged to my grandfather and of late, it stops frequently even ... A: out of beat= tick is not even run through this and report back: -The pendulum assembly begins at ...
grandmother clock	4/8/2011
Q: My dad made a grandmother clock for us in 1987. It is a 3 weight on chain, only other signage is ... A: the rack arm on the front of the mechanism is sticking or not dropping correctly on the snail. Most ...
Trend mantel clock	4/7/2011
Q: Just purchased this clock at a garage sale and would like to know how to preform the initial set up ... A: left side powers the hour strike and the right the quarter chime tune (Westminster) advise if there ...
Please help	4/6/2011
Q: I was given a Grandfather clock by a neighbor that was moving out. My question is how do I put ... A: You are not expected to oil it -nor should you - only if needed as determined by and done by a ...
Pivot broken	4/4/2011
Q: I am an amateur clock repair man as a hobbie, in Bogota-Colombia. I was cleaning an antique wall ... A: Adams Machining (Al Adams) West Plains MO 417-257-1345 E-mail address: adams@townsqr.com He does ...
Pivot broken	4/3/2011
Q: I am an amateur clock repair man as a hobbie, in Bogota-Colombia. I was cleaning an antique wall ... A: here is how they are repaired - probably you need to see a local professional clock repair person ...
Chiming	3/28/2011
Q: We have an Emperor Clock Grandfather made from a kit. The works is Model 101-M and it is 31 years ... A: at over 30 years old (1980) it is probably worn out and the chiming on these quits first. buy a ...
Fancher Westminster Chime Problem	3/24/2011
Q: The clock had run down. I tried to move the minute hand forward, felt some resistance and stopped. ... A: the minute hand is two pieces - the hand and the center collet with the square hole in it. holding ...
Molyneux Colonial Grandfather Clock	3/22/2011
Q: Where will the movement identification be located? ANSWER: lower back plate of the mechanism itself ... A: lower back plate of the mechanism itself will have ID markings of the manufacturer model # from ...
Mantel Clock	3/22/2011
Q: I have a mantel clock made by the the sessions clock co. Everything looks in tacked but the spring ... A: you do NOT want to pull the two plates apart! So is it ticking when you move the pendulum from side ...
Mantel Clock	3/21/2011
Q: I have a mantel clock made by the the sessions clock co. Everything looks in tacked but the spring ... A: it is not locked. remove the mechanism from the case if you can - hands off and 4 wood screws from ...
Urgos movement for mantle clock	3/15/2011
Q: I have a clock with an Urgos MW06036 movement. I can't find this # on any conversion charts. The ... A: follow the Merritt's link for the Hermle info ...
Urgos movement for mantle clock	3/15/2011
Q: I have a clock with an Urgos MW06036 movement. I can't find this # on any conversion charts. The ... A: http://www.merritts.com/clock_parts/public/productlist.aspx?SearchText=P-1886m&x=19&y=9 UW06036 ...
Molyneux Colonial Grandfather Clock	3/14/2011
Q: Where will the movement identification be located? ANSWER: lower back plate of the mechanism itself ... A: lower back plate of the mechanism itself will have ID markings of the manufacturer. so what ...
Grandmother Clock - Hermle Movement - Random/Intermittent Climing	3/12/2011
Q: We have a problem with a grandmother clock fitted with a Franz Hermle 451-053H 8 day Movement. (Ive ... A: old age,wear and need of cleaning- weights in wrong place is the heaviest weight on the right? ...
Can not get grandfather clock to run more that 5 minutes at a time	3/9/2011
Q: Our grandfather clock stopped running when I attempted to locate the cause of it not striking. I ... A: you give no info on age or brand -- but run through this check list and get back to me: The ...
Jauch 77 Grandfather Problem/Request	3/6/2011
Q: [I tried posting before but got a browser error so excuse any duplicates please.] I was hoping you ... A: pheew- get a headache reading all......... anyway I think your 77 seems serviceable as is a little ...
Clock runs slow	3/5/2011
Q: I have a Seth Thomas bracket clock and I would like to know how to set the correct time. Inside the ... A: . In the back there is a silver wheel that oscillates back and forth. Hold the rim of the wheel ...
parts	3/4/2011
Q: I have a FHS pendulum movement and the only numbers on the back are 15CM over 178.28. I need parts ... A: Here: http://www.timesavers.com/catalogmain2.asp?ProductID=15898%2C20803%2C19810&submit1=Search ...
31 day clock	3/2/2011
Q: recently inherited a 31 day alaron clock ( c-24 )on the back. there is a key inside and 2 holes to ... A: left spring powers the striking at the hour and half right powers the ticking put the key in each ...
Replacement Mechanism	2/27/2011
Q: I have a wall clock given to me by my father. It has a mechanical mechanism that has stopped ... A: the only possible replacement movement is the Hermle 241-030 45cm long pendulum like ...
Where to get best price on movement	2/21/2011
Q: I have a Ridgeway Grandmothers clock, model 132, which is in need of a new movement. Where would be ... A: what exactly is the movement in the clock? would be marked on the back of the movement itself. some ...
Franz Hermle/ pearl	2/19/2011
Q: I have a Pearl Grandfather clock but upon removing cover it says made 1978 Franz Hermle ... A: run through this: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring ...
parts	2/18/2011
Q: I have a FHS pendulum movement and the only numbers on the back are 15CM over 178.28. I need parts ... A: what parts are needed? Franz Hermle and Shone normally has a model number also 15cm is the ...
Pendulum Spring	2/13/2011
Q: I purchased a replacement pendulum spring for my 8-Day Seth Thomas mantle clock (A401-000) - but ... A: the post is not supposed to turn- it is riveted to the base plate. proper fix is to remove the ...
Pendulum Spring	2/12/2011
Q: I purchased a replacement pendulum spring for my 8-Day Seth Thomas mantle clock (A401-000) - but ... A: a 341-020 with a 11cm pendulum made for ST by Hermle normally has a chrome knerled round head on a ...
Haller Pocket Watch	2/12/2011
Q: My husband (US Marine) received a Haller Pocket Watch as a gift. It was his great grandfather's (US ... A: I am not a watch repair person --I suggest you email and call these folks and ask: Pocket Watch ...
Haller Pocket Watch	2/11/2011
Q: My husband (US Marine) received a Haller Pocket Watch as a gift. It was his great grandfather's (US ... A: check here: ...
Harris and Mallow 8 day clock (Verichron	2/11/2011
Q: This clock was purchased in the late 1970's and quit working 15 years ago. It will not wind up. Is ... A: not impossible to repair costly is in the eye of the beholder from a street value perspective it ...
Clock chime wrong	2/5/2011
Q: I have just bought an Edwardian Mahogany Three Train Westminster Chime Bracket Clock by Junghans ... A: remove the nut holding the minute hand on and replace the hand 90 degrees counter clockwise and put ...
Chime time off on wall clock	2/4/2011
Q: We have chiming wall clock that we bought in Germany about 25 years ago. No identifying maker. It ... A: hour hand is just friction fit --pull and twist off--but you can leave that on. the minute hand is ...
Age of old grandfather clock	1/31/2011
Q: My wife was given a grandfather clock by her father. I found on the back of the movement inscribed ... A: L. Furtwangler Sohne Furtwangen Germany trade mark registered 1895 here are a few: ...
Is This A 31 Day Clock?	1/24/2011
Q: I Purchased 2 Of These Movements, Both Identical. "CROWN" Made In Japan, (0) Jewel, Unadjusted. ... A: 31 day 3.75mm key hands will have to be filed to fit and you need a thin nut to hold the hour ...
Clock will not stay running	1/23/2011
Q: I have a Franz Hermle 78 / 340-020....the clock will sometimes run for a day, sometimes only for a ... A: clock needs cleaning and professional service (assuming the middle winder you are winding up tight ...
Chimes	1/21/2011
Q: My clock has no name, but there are the letters FHS on the movement and the number 331.050. My ... A: just out of adjustment on the front top right of the mechanism are two cams held by set screws on ...
Chimes	1/21/2011
Q: My clock has no name, but there are the letters FHS on the movement and the number 331.050. My ... A: Franz Hermle and Sons 351-050 good German movement still in production chime is on the quarters ...
Hermle Mantle Clock Chimes	1/18/2011
Q: I recently inherited a beautiful Hermle Mantle Clock (number 340-020A is on back inside). It keeps ... A: so, if I understand, it IS doing the quarters, just 5 minutes late always??? fix here:the minute ...
Emperor Clock not working	12/22/2010
Q: I inherited my fathers clock Model 120 series, movement model #101M several years ago (2003). While ... A: we can try and anyone in the yellow pages should be able to help --but run through this and then get ...
Hamilton wall clock	12/16/2010
Q: I received a Hamilton wall clock with westminister chimes, weights etc when I retired. I am trying ... A: well you know how old it is because you remember when you retired. Hamilton is out of business ...
cuckoo clock	12/16/2010
Q: This is my son's clock so I have been making him do the "work". We oiled this . We oiled the escape ... A: lot of possible problems here the weights are fine side lever shuts off the striking or trips the ...
Corsair Marine ships clock	12/15/2010
Q: Mr. Saunders, Merry Christmas. I have been frustrated trying to find the operating instructions and ... A: Why do you think you should be able to find operating instructions for a clock that had not been ...
Grandfather clocks	12/15/2010
Q: I am thinking about buying a Barwick Grandfather clock from 1968.Is this a good brand?I don't know ... A: Barwick is an long obsolete product line from Howard Miller they made the wood case The Hermle ...
Adjust time	12/15/2010
Q: I recently inherited a Hermle Mantle Clock. The movement is made by W. Haid, stamped as follows: 75 ... A: In the back there is a silver wheel(in your great photo!) that oscillates back and forth. Hold the ...
Barwick C1600 1974	12/13/2010
Q: We purchased this clock in 1974 and I am sorry to say we have only had it cleaned once back in ... A: yes, replace the movement. You kept GOOD care of the clock if it lasted 36 years. Most last 20-25 ...
jacques grandfather clock	12/12/2010
Q: Regarding the previous series of emails, you do have it right. I turned both levers (strike and ... A: in the silent position, do any of the gears turn on the quarters or the hour? or are they locked in ...
jacques grandfather clock	12/11/2010
Q: Ken, you have answered several questions in the past on a circa 1905 Jacques grandfather clock, ... A: is there a lever or method for shutting off the chimes and the strike? If so, just try it with out ...
Westminster Regulator Wall Clock	12/10/2010
Q: My husband just bought me this VERY HEAVY (maybe oak?) 3 foot long clock from a lady who appeared to ... A: everything you think is right is correct the movement could have been replaced but the one you ...
grandfather clock won"t run	12/7/2010
Q: I stopped the clock (I went out of town) and it wouldn't restart when I moved the pendulum and the ... A: how long were you gone???? probably out of beat- tick is not even from side to side--read up here: ...
cable replacement	12/5/2010
Q: I have a George Washington limited edition grandfather clock (urgos uw030) The cable on the right ... A: here is your cable: http://www.timesavers.com/catalogmain2.asp?ProductID=18201&submit1=Search The ...
grandfather clock won't chime	12/3/2010
Q: The hour chime weight was falling to the ground. I found out the claw that holds it was missing the ... A: movement was made in 1979--31 years old 25 years would be really good to run with out needing ...
grandfather clock won't chime	12/2/2010
Q: The hour chime weight was falling to the ground. I found out the claw that holds it was missing the ... A: 1) sometimes the markings are wrong - would heft them or weigh them to be sure. 2) perhaps you ...
Moving a Grandfather Clock	12/2/2010
Q: I am helping someone move a rather tall (height: about 90") Ridgeway grandfather clock to their new ... A: try here; ftp://atmos-man.com/main/moving.mcc yes the tubes get un-hung and removed(thru the back ...
400 day german clock	11/29/2010
Q: I have a clock that appears to be antique, its brass and glass about 9 1/2" tall and maybe 6" wide, ... A: made in 1953 By the Herr company in Germany wind the clock up with the key in the back of the ...
chains stuck	11/29/2010
Q: I have an emperor clock co. Model 101 that has the chains pulled up so high that one end is all the ... A: if you can hook an S shaped wire into the end(like a large opened paperclip) then hook the weight to ...
Identification of clock manufacturer	11/27/2010
Q: I have a clock I'm fixing for a friend. The dial has F Johnson (printing appears to be a decal and ... A: trade marks is of : Regulateur Fabrik "Germania" Freiburg in Schlesien, Germany registered ...
Emperor 300M Movement - circa 1971	11/22/2010
Q: My son was resetting time on the clock ahead several hours. He did not wait for the clock to chime ... A: put the hand back on where it was. go to the quarter after and have it chime then back the minute ...
Sligh Mantle clock stops after a while	11/20/2010
Q: I purchased a Sligh Mantle clock at a garage sale. I think the model is 0505-1 DF, mvmt 2962. The ... A: the back of the movement where you found "Hermle 1050-021" had other numbers or letters that will ...
Winding a chain driven clock	11/18/2010
Q: I recently bought a 40 year old Ridgeway grandfather clock. The instructions for winding said to ... A: do not follow that instruction - because you end up often with the problem you have now! Just pull ...
Clock problem - pendulum stuck	11/17/2010
Q: I found an old regulator/pendulum clock in my house (there's no brand information). To get the time ... A: that pin is supposed to rotate ccw and pick up one rack tooth each time till the L shaped lever can ...
Clock problem - pendulum stuck	11/17/2010
Q: I found an old regulator/pendulum clock in my house (there's no brand information). To get the time ... A: of Korean or Chinese ancestory. see photo attached: the wheel is supposed to rotate and pick up ...
Intermittent Chiming on a Franz Hermle 351-050	11/16/2010
Q: I have a wall clock with a Franz Hermle 351-050 clock works. The clock has started to only chime on ... A: see the attached photo the "lift arm" is a V shaped brass arm, hinged at the base of the V on a ...
sligh grandfather clock	11/15/2010
Q: hopefully you can help me. my grandfather clock is wound to tight.the left side was wound all the ... A: first- your daughter did NOT wind it too tight-up is UP and that is what you do to the weights. it ...
Hamilton Wall clock chimes	11/15/2010
Q: My great Aunt has a Hamilton wall clock that we recently shipped from Florida to Massachusetts. Upon ... A: a lever on the front of the mechanism is not dropping because it is stuck and gummy. yes the ...
please help repair my grandfather clock	11/11/2010
Q: I have a Pearl grandfathers clock. I do not know how to operate it properly. There is no paper work ... A: watch here: ...
Strange Roman numeral on a clock I own.	11/9/2010
Q: I have a wooden wall clock with pendulum and 2 brass rods behind the pendulum. The face has "Linden" ... A: Calendars and clocks A typical clock face with Roman numerals The Shepherd gate clock with Roman ...
Pendulum stops after 10 minute's or so.	11/9/2010
Q: I recieved a 1977 Pearl grandfather clock. Franz Hermle, 351 05c on the back, mainspring type. Wound ... A: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
Pendulum stops after 10 minute's or so.	11/9/2010
Q: I recieved a 1977 Pearl grandfather clock. Franz Hermle, 351 05c on the back, mainspring type. Wound ... A: try; ...
movement id	11/7/2010
Q: I have a 1975 New England 14-day cathedral gong calender regulator clock. I believe it was ... A: movement here: ...
movement id	11/6/2010
Q: I have a 1975 New England 14-day cathedral gong calender regulator clock. I believe it was ... A: measure for me the length of the pendulum from the hooks to the bottom of the threaded nut under the ...
Peter Repeater alarm clock information	11/4/2010
Q: I am 19, and I live in England, I recently purchased an alarm clock off eBay, called a “peter ... A: if you can get to the mechanism - try spraying some "tuner cleaner" a non-residue electronic cleaner ...
Peter Repeater alarm clock information	11/4/2010
Q: I am 19, and I live in England, I recently purchased an alarm clock off eBay, called a “peter ... A: I can not read the dial where it says "xxxxx alarm" 50's looks right need to have the clock ...
Howard Miller Model # 4875	10/26/2010
Q: I have purchased this old floor clock and I want to replace the minute arm because it has been bent ... A: avoid at all costs SPRAYING ANYTHING on a clock wet a cotton swab or such and dab some on the ...
Age of clock	10/10/2010
Q: I just purchased a Howard Miller wall clock at an Estate sale. I was wondering when this was ... A: you can ask Howard miller : ...
linden quartz clock	10/6/2010
Q: Recieved clock with out direction. The the four winged crystal ball quartz rotating pendulum does ... A: being battery operated there are often two batteries needed -- one for the time and one to turn the ...
how old is my grandfather clock	10/3/2010
Q: My grandpa just gave me a grandfather clock and i was curious to how old it is. The number on the ... A: the mechanism made in 1976 by Hermle (their current# 451-053 still!) case made by someone else for ...
Sternreiter Zaandam Clock	10/2/2010
Q: I have 35 years old clock, it is Sternreiter guess zaandam, it has 2 weights, one is biger then the ... A: probably the links in the chain are stretched is some spots alowing the chain to come apart, rather ...
Ship's clock: resetting	9/24/2010
Q: I have an Elliott ship's clock that has its 'bells' confused. Can you tell me the procedure to ... A: at 8:00 hour shown by the hands: remove the nut holding the minute hand on the hand shaft.(pliers?) ...
chime problem	9/22/2010
Q: I have a Hermle 1151-053 sk movement. The chimes work one hour then do not work 3 hours, then work ... A: does not actually reset anything - all clock mechanisms made in last 60 years (German, all) have ...
Waltham wall clock	9/21/2010
Q: I have a Waltham wall 31 day wind clock I purchased in 1988 possibly from sears. The clock doe not ... A: if it still will not keep running - you need to take it to a clock repair person.can you look up ...
chime problem	9/20/2010
Q: I have a Hermle 1151-053 sk movement. The chimes work one hour then do not work 3 hours, then work ... A: safeback--never heard the term before--makes sense. anyway -- see the attached photo if you lift ...
Help Identify Clock (Haid)	9/19/2010
Q: We purchased a clock at an auction. The family says it is about 50 plus years old. I have attached ... A: Haid made the wood case (whoever they were) Probably Hermle German movement - the exact markings ...
Wife's mantle clock will not chime/play tune(s)	9/15/2010
Q: Good Morning. My wife just got a Ridgeway wind-up mantle clock. It keeps time(loses a little time ... A: the click ratchet spring is bent or broken on the right (chime) spring winder. A simple professional ...
packing a clock to move	9/9/2010
Q: I have a 67th Anniversary edition Howard Miller triple chime cable driven grandfather clock and I ... A: are you moving it yourself or is a trucker of some kind? what kind? with other stuff in a moving ...
Clock strikes are off but only in some hours	9/8/2010
Q: I have an English mantle clock from the 20s or 30s (it does say "Foreign" at the bottom of the metal ... A: if you want to tackle this particular job - I can walk you through it, with your ability to take ...
sproket ratchet mechinisim	9/8/2010
Q: We bought a Howard Miller Grandfather clock. The chains were off when we bought it. I installed the ... A: no yes crack the two top nuts holding the plates together SLIGHTLY remove the two bottom nuts ...
Smiths floating balance	9/7/2010
Q: I bought a clock with a Smiths floating balance as not working (UK here ). It was just a little dry ... A: if your unit seems to "float" nicely then I would look to the adjustments I sent in the link of ...
Smiths floating balance	9/6/2010
Q: I bought a clock with a Smiths floating balance as not working (UK here ). It was just a little dry ... A: to the contrary- I need to be familiarized with how the Smith's balance is mounted to advise what to ...
LSF clock	9/5/2010
Q: I'm 21 years old and i'm french. I'm writting to you for my father because he doens't use internet a ... A: start with a locksmith? Does not appear to have any works in the case?? you can try opening it ...
what kind of clock is this?	9/5/2010
Q: I just bought this clock, the works and the case don't appear to be matching, but what puzzles me is ... A: japanese or chinese but I have not gotten any of the Japanese clock experts that can ID it yet--If I ...
Pendulum Clock	9/1/2010
Q: I have a Clock that my father gave to my mother about 40 years ago. The only markings on it are ... A: the German company that made it is Erhard Jauch Uhrenfabrik a good pro can fix any broken part ...
Mantal Clock	8/28/2010
Q: My clock has the follow makes on it The E. Ingraham & Co, Bristol: Conn then on the workings of the ... A: came from the Ingraham factory in Bristol Ct. USA made in the last quarter of 1878 it seems, ...
anniversary clock	8/26/2010
Q: I have recently acquired a Kundo anniversary clock that I was told was in working condition and have ... A: larger screw is generally black and has the slot facing up and loostening it up allows the head of ...
grandfatherclock	8/25/2010
Q: my clock is making a dull thud when it chimes, it stops if I hold the side of the face while it ... A: hammer heads not hitting the chime rods properly - need to be about a half a pencil width away from ...
anniversary clock	8/25/2010
Q: I have recently acquired a Kundo anniversary clock that I was told was in working condition and have ... A: not over wound, just fully wound- a good thing. there are many clock repair shops that refuse to ...
weight driven	8/20/2010
Q: I GOT A HERMLE 451-30 WEIGHT DRIVEN CLOCK, BUT NO MANUAL. OF THE THREE WEIGHT ONE IS HEAVER THEN THE ... A: all weight driven clocks made since 1955 are designed for the heaviest weight to go on the chime ...
Grandmother wall clock hour chime won't ring	8/12/2010
Q: We have a Grandmother clock we purchased in Germany (1986) and I believe the hour spring was ... A: the spring is not stuck but the gears are or the hammer set that is supposed to hit is not working ...
Grandmother wall clock hour chime won't ring	8/12/2010
Q: We have a Grandmother clock we purchased in Germany (1986) and I believe the hour spring was ... A: not wound too tight- this is the left spring? might not be wound at all, try the other direction ...
urgos movements	8/11/2010
Q: You pointed me to a urgos #03096 to replace a missing movement, how does that movement differ from a ... A: the 03082 is the more expensive cable drive version of the 03096 and of course would require a dial ...
Pendulum	8/10/2010
Q: Have a gradfather clock and the pendulum at the end of the bob broke. The markings on the movement ... A: new one here: http://www.merritts.com/store4/public/product.aspx?ProductID=85283&SearchText=p-1557 ...
finding proper movement	8/9/2010
Q: I purchased an empty floor case, all it contains is a set of chime rods, cast with the number ... A: tricky mystery to solve BUT: looks like the original was an Urgos German movement #03096 The ...
finding proper movement	8/9/2010
Q: I purchased an empty floor case, all it contains is a set of chime rods, cast with the number ... A: would the dial fit behind the surrounding wood cutout shown in the photo or in front with a hood or ...
finding proper movement	8/8/2010
Q: I purchased an empty floor case, all it contains is a set of chime rods, cast with the number ... A: so you are looking for a triple chime 3 weight movement how about a dial? no dial? the movements ...
Whitting Westm	8/6/2010
Q: I have an grandmothers clock the only two marking i can find they are whitting westm also Roberts ... A: can you attach a photo ? also : what is the %'s in the line? "Roberts (london) ltd. clock maker ...
Replacement Suspension Unit for Bulova B8844, HE 239	8/4/2010
Q: Need a replacement suspension Unit for our Bulova B8844, HE 239 (made in Germany) anniversary clock. ... A: http://www.timesavers.com/catalogmain2.asp?ProductID=19752%2C19749%2C19753&submit1=Search the ...
Marking on grandfather clock	8/3/2010
Q: I looked on the back of my grandfather clock face and I do not see any numbers or names. Am I ... A: movement maker marks on the back of the works or mechanism itself --not the back of the face- you ...
Trend Grandfather Clock	8/2/2010
Q: I am really interested in buying a grandfather's clock at a local consignment shop but know nothing ... A: could be 500-600 dollars for a whole new mechanism or no cost because it works fine. Trend lable mad ...
GMK Fancher Clock	8/1/2010
Q: I just picked up a GMK Fancher clock from an estate sale, and my clock only chimes every other hour. ... A: internal gearing problem needs a pro to fix it behind the dial on the front of the movement - ...
FHS wall clock	7/30/2010
Q: I just recently inherited a wall clock. On the back of the works are the markings: 69; FHS; Germany; ... A: these people made your mechanism :http://www.hermleclock.com/history in 1969 1051-050 is their 8 ...
S. Haller anniversary clock	6/19/2010
Q: We have a S. Haller 400 Day anniversary clock that has a broken part. It is the thin flat wire that ... A: When I fix them I charge $125- complete overhaul- no partial repairs. The wire or the wire assembly ...
Sligh Grandfather Clock Won't Stop Chiming	6/17/2010
Q: I recently inherited a Sligh grandfather clock (092-3-AN) - it came with the house that my wife and ... A: I assume the silent position is at the top of the slot by the #3? Often the arm sticking through ...
Daneker Mantle Clock	6/12/2010
Q: I found a Daneker Mantle Clock at a pawn shop that I really liked. I searched the web to find out ... A: yep, out of business- they made the case in their factory in MD The Urgos Company in Germany made ...
slow hour chimes	6/12/2010
Q: I have an 8 day Viennese Regulator wall clock which strikes i/2 hour and hour. Since having it ... A: if the weights are not the same put the heaviest one on the strike train. make sure the cables are ...
Barwick Clocks hands	6/12/2010
Q: I own a Barwick Clock 160 I purchased in 1973, and it has been running perfectly for all these ... A: I think it is just coincidence these things happened at the same time- no connection what is a ...
info on franz hermle grandfather clock	6/8/2010
Q: my dad recently passed away and i have his grandfather clock. I was trying to find some information ... A: made in 1976 - the quality of the case determines the value the movement is a Hermle 451-050 94 cm ...
cuckoo clock	6/2/2010
Q: I bought a used cuckoo that was extremely dirty. The works were cleaned and oiled professionally. ... A: what are the markings on the back of the mechanism? I would think BTW that if the hand clutch is ...
hermle clock	5/26/2010
Q: What would be approximate cost of replacing Hermle mechanism for model 130-070 ? A: the 130-070 is supposed to be a "bim-bam" and have two bells here is one on Ebay that says it has ...
Grandmotherclock- strikes and chimes	5/22/2010
Q: I have a standing grandmother clock [made from a clock kit about35 years ago]. When it came to me, ... A: surprise anything wored after sitting for a decade. make sure the heaviest weight is on the right ...
windup grandfather clock	5/18/2010
Q: I have an old antique grandfather clock. I went to rewind it. Put the key in hole, gave it a ... A: "slip off hole" is not understood. which key hole is the problem? is the key so large or rounded ...
Howard Miller clock face	5/17/2010
Q: I have a Howard MIller Barrister clock and would like to replace the face and glass cover as the ... A: open the glass door and probably the dial rim has little round headed brass nails holding it in ...
How to lubricate a Sigh Grandfather Clock	5/12/2010
Q: The question is how to oil/lubricate my Sigh Grandfather clock.... Diassembly instruction, ... A: I cannot teach you to be a clock repair man by email - sorry. I do not recommend you oil your ...
striking 23 at 11 p.m.	5/4/2010
Q: I've just purchased a older pendulum mantel clock. As it goes thru the 24 hour cycle as it arrives ... A: just happens at 11 because there is some minor irregularity in the gearing there. often in count ...
Howard Miller Grandfather Clock, Model 610-627	5/2/2010
Q: I received a Howard Miller grandfather clock, model 610-627, serial #30750322, as a gift 17 or 18 ... A: The "Delaware" model! only thing I can think to tell you is to open the door on the left side of ...
Westminster chime out of tune	4/30/2010
Q: Mr.Saunders, The movement is a 451-053/85 Hermle with the chimes at the rear of the movement. ... A: if the hammers are hitting single strikes and squarely - then I guess the back board construction is ...
grandfather clock maintenance	4/24/2010
Q: I made the mistake if lubricating my clock through the side windows, with WD-40. It still wouldn't ... A: not so much the WD-40 as the way you applied it! sprays are the no-no--had you used it with a ...
Franz Hermle 351-030 AH 94cm/66.000	4/20/2010
Q: I have a new movement with the above markings that I would like to custom build a case around. Where ... A: very tricky trying to match after the fact - that is why kits are popular The AJK is a Kieninger ...
W. Haid clock	4/19/2010
Q: I received via inheritance a small mantle clock. It has a lunar dial(?) and the markings inside on ... A: round movement strikes on two bells above made in 1969 by the Hermle Co in Germany for W. Haid who ...
Hermle 451 Model Numbers	4/11/2010
Q: I am in the planning process of building a Grandmother Clock. I have settled on the Hermle 451-053 ... A: the 053 is no longer being made - changed say 10-12 years ago to the 053H the support for the ...
best fluids for cleaning	4/7/2010
Q: I would like to clean a Wuba mantel clocks inner parts. Best fluid to clean it with. ... A: Unless you have training and are going to conpletely dismantle the mechanism - there is NO way you ...
Stag Black Forest Cuckoo clock	4/1/2010
Q: I had a Stag Black Forest cuckoo clock completely restored about a year ago by a clock repair ... A: the bellows top wire just lifts up when it cuckoos and tips the bird's tail up and down --- the ...
Stag Black Forest Cuckoo clock	4/1/2010
Q: I had a Stag Black Forest cuckoo clock completely restored about a year ago by a clock repair ... A: ok we try further; explain "falls out"? the base of the cuckoo is supposed to be set-screwd onto the ...
wall clock	3/31/2010
Q: this is a whaltham wall clock a 31 day, i don't know how to work it. it has 2 spots to use the key, ... A: left winds the spring for the hour and half hour strike the right one keeps the clock ticking you ...
Charles Jacque Grandfather Clock	3/30/2010
Q: Have a 9 tube. Is there anyone that can provide information on how to set up the tubes and movement ... A: unless you have taken the movement apart there is no need to adjust the pin roller. 1/4 after the ...
Stag Black Forest Cuckoo clock	3/28/2010
Q: I had a Stag Black Forest cuckoo clock completely restored about a year ago by a clock repair ... A: the little side doors are for inspection and adjustments only and not for operational adjustments ...
Grandfather Clock	3/28/2010
Q: then he pass away,I have the clock now and it has been running ok, the other day i was pulling on ... A: you can't normally pull them too tight. probably if you listen to the tick it sounds very un-even. ...
Grandfather Clock	3/27/2010
Q: In 1987 I received a Black Forest Clock with Hermle movement through American Express for Christmas. ... A: clocks last for hundreds of years when their owners continue to get them repaired. They have luck ...
young town replacement	3/26/2010
Q: i have a desk clock with a young town quartz movement. it is marked 12888 there are four wires that ... A: if the old hands will fit the new movement - then your question is moot. And you cant change the ...
Uneven Grandfather Clock Unwinding	3/26/2010
Q: My grandfather clock has 3 weights. Just this winding, they are unevenly unwinding, with the center ... A: that indicates the quarter chimes and the hour strike are not operating properly every hour 24 hours ...
Grandfather Clock	3/26/2010
Q: In 1987 I received a Black Forest Clock with Hermle movement through American Express for Christmas. ... A: You had it OILED in your home. Cleaning is a shop operation costing hundreds.So if the clock works ...
URGUS Grandmother clock works	3/25/2010
Q: I have a new clockwork kit that was my brothers but I do not have the plans to put it together. ... A: it is URGOS BTW the 4 legs on the back of the dial go through the 4 holes in the front of the ...
URGUS Grandmother clock works	3/24/2010
Q: I have a new clockwork kit that was my brothers but I do not have the plans to put it together. ... A: not sure what you need here. the UW 32/1 is the Urgos part number for the brass and steel mechanical ...
chiming & striking set up	3/23/2010
Q: This is about a Junghans A13 pendulum clock numbered 106.having stripped it down for cleaning,I find ... A: when the hour chime first trips and gets to the end of the chime sequence, a lever is lifted to trip ...
E Ingraham Mantle Clock	3/22/2010
Q: I have just aquired an Ingraham Mantle Clock. The shape is like a horseshoe 10 x 9 x 4 inches. It ... A: without a photo - (can you attach one?) it is hard to ID or date other than 1884-1958! no telling ...
Trend Floor Clock	3/19/2010
Q: I just purchased a Trend floor clock. Not sure of it's age or where to find information about it. I ... A: must have chains and weights then? ust pull the end of the chain down that does not have the weight ...
откровения Иоана Богослова	3/18/2010
Q: добрый день ... A: да, возможно - ...
aniversary clock	3/17/2010
Q: I have an anniversary clock that i got that is made by kieninger and obergfell. I am wondering if ... A: THE book ID's these from the look of the back plate of the movement- need close up of the back plate ...
Westclox Rim-Wind automobile clock	3/12/2010
Q: I have a very old rim-wind automobile clock that my grandpa gave me. I would like to get it ... A: Automotive Clock Repair (3) D & M Restoration (Mike Freeman) Route # 1; Box 83 Raphine, VA 24472 ...
Smith Patterson clock	3/12/2010
Q: Where can I find more information about Smith Patterson as a maker of clocks. This name appears on ... A: Smith Patterson was a retail jeweler in Boston. Every city had one or more premier jewelers that had ...
1970's ridgeway grandfather clock	3/11/2010
Q: what would a ridgeway grandfather clock from the 70's, model #265 ODESSA movement 1161-853 94cm, in ... A: how would YOU know IF it is in "very good shape" or what do you mean? you mean the furniture is ...
Moving Grandfather Clocks	3/10/2010
Q: I have a Barwick, pinched cabinet, Grandfather clock that I purchased in 1973ish. I would ... A: remove 3 weights ---remove the pendulum where it hooks on just under the lower back of the movement. ...
Viking Grandfather Clock	3/9/2010
Q: You recently helped me with advise on a mechanical mantle clock, which didn't work and I returned. ... A: made in 1985 Hermle part #451-050h pendulum length in cm from top hanger to rating nut on the disk ...
Grandfater stops	3/8/2010
Q: I have a grandfather clock that I built from a kit. It worked well for several years. Now it stops ... A: don't know what you do when you "re-level" but try the following, though if the clock is 25 years ...
Elgin Anniversary Clock	3/6/2010
Q: We have this clock a very long time is is made in West Germany by S Haller unadjusted one jewel. My ... A: need a 6.1 mm square key -- most shops do not carry them, but they are available--the crank key is ...
Centurion 35 Day Hanging Wall Clock	3/4/2010
Q: I picked up this clock at a flea market but it doesn't run properly. It works when the pendulum is ... A: got a photo you can attach?? make sure the pendulum wire is hanging in the middle of the loop of ...
Longcase grandfather clock	3/1/2010
Q: I have a grandfather clock that was made by Winterhalder and Hofmeier. It is got the HWN on the ... A: need a photo of the back of the clock movement to see how the top of the pendulum hooks on and how ...
Part for Bulova anniversary clock	2/27/2010
Q: Re; My Bulova anniversary clock,# B8833 The suspension "spring" for lack of a better description, ... A: Sounds like a battery operated clock? Bulova did not make these - they were made in Germany ...
ridgeway grandfather clock	2/25/2010
Q: I founda an old clock at a second hand store and was hopeing you could help me find anything out ... A: try this: ...
ridgeway grandfather clock	2/25/2010
Q: I founda an old clock at a second hand store and was hopeing you could help me find anything out ... A: most probably a simple balance issue with the swing of the pendulum-- read up here and my thing on ...
ridgeway grandfather clock	2/25/2010
Q: I founda an old clock at a second hand store and was hopeing you could help me find anything out ... A: all the numbers refer to the Ridgeway case only. I know lots about the movements that are the clock ...
carriage clock glass replacement	2/22/2010
Q: seeking a carriage clock front glass replacement. 3 8/10" by 2 8/10th" A: Glass. Barometer, carriage clock glass bevelled & fitted. Resilvering and glass bending. Ross ...
Bulova bttry operated clock	2/21/2010
Q: I purchased a very nice little Bulova clock. It is called the STREETS OF TIME. "MAIN STREET". ... A: looks like the setting knob is visible in the front endge of the photo - knerled wheel visible in ...
mantle clock slow losing tiime	2/20/2010
Q: I have a mantle clock with a franz hemle movement. It is numbered 340-020 and is listed as a 2 jewel ... A: balance balance: Little tricky but..here is photo (below)of the regulating unit on the top rear of ...
Seth Thomas A403-001 Movement	2/19/2010
Q: I have just received a Seth Thomas clock and the minute hand stops moving just before each 1/4 hour ... A: nothing You can do - there is on these Hermle #350-060 German movement a hand clutch that is ...
MANTLE CLOCK	2/18/2010
Q: I CAN ONLY IDENTIFY THE MARKINGS ON THE INSIDE OF THE CLOCK, BUT IT LOOKS PRETTY OLD. ON THE FACE ... A: 340-020 is the Hermle Co. German part number for the movement that is still in current manufacture ...
Howard Miller	2/17/2010
Q: We have a Howard Miller "Bavaria" wall clock, purchased in Sept. 1991. It has a Westminster chime ... A: yes it can be replaced-un-bolt the chime block-- soak the screw head in oil overnight then use the ...
replacing musical movement	2/15/2010
Q: Greetings, My mother asked whether I might be able to repair a simple "Black Forest" style ... A: http://www.clock-keys.com/CART/images/14429.jpg http://www.clock-keys.com/CART/images/29077.jpg ...
Forestville Clock key	2/14/2010
Q: I have an old Forestville Mantle Clock that I received after my grandparents passed away I don't ... A: called an anniversary clock or 400 day clock - you wind it once a year- worth less than $100 and ...
Adusting Clock Speed	2/13/2010
Q: I have a Seth Thomas Lynton II mantel Clock with chime Manufactured in January 1981. The movement ... A: : Little tricky but..here is photo (below)of the regulating unit on the top rear of your clock ...
Mechanical Mantle Clock	2/13/2010
Q: My clock is a mechanical mantle clock. The back of the mechanism reads, "Original Kieninger MADE IN ... A: sounds like maintenance issue- unit is worn and or needs cleaning. It might improve with exercise- ...
Ethan Allen Grandfather clock	2/9/2010
Q: I have an ethan allen grandfather clock. I forgot to pull the weights up (there are 3) so it ... A: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
resetting chimes	2/8/2010
Q: I have an old Seth Thomas mantel clock. I'm guessing about 90 years old. Recently the chimes have ... A: move the minute hand to 3 minutes before an hour and then back up the hand to 25 minutes before the ...
Strike problem with Hermle 132-071 movement	2/7/2010
Q: I recently purchased a used Wuersch nautical clock with a ship's bell strike pattern. The clock ... A: there is a lever that catches the hammer to prevent the second bell of a pair from actually hitting ...
E. Ingraham clock	2/5/2010
Q: I would like to find out the date %26 type of clock this is. It has written on the face "Manufatured ... A: year and month maybe on the front leg of the mechanism looks like a round nut holding the minute ...
Kieninger SKS12 install chains	2/3/2010
Q: I have a brand new H Miller clock with the Kieninger SKS 12 movement. I got this very cheap as it ... A: I guess you have to remove the movement to get access remove weights and pendulum remove nut ...
Kieninger SKS12 install chains	2/1/2010
Q: I have a brand new H Miller clock with the Kieninger SKS 12 movement. I got this very cheap as it ... A: back of the movement is a round post off the top back tha has the suspension spring and then the ...
Hamilton pendulum wall clock	2/1/2010
Q: I was given the above clock for my 25 years' service with IBM. It has been moved a number of times ... A: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
over wound clock	1/30/2010
Q: Can you please tell me how to repair an overwound clock. It has no markings except the number 238 ... A: first - unless the spring is broken and the key turns without getting tighter- IT IS NOT OVERWOUND! ...
Verichron Regulator Clock	1/28/2010
Q: My father in law gave my wife and I the Verichron Regulator Clock; which was his, a few months ago. ... A: is this a 31 day clock or do you wind it weekly? if weekly - you probably threw it out of beat so ...
Westminster chime movement stops chiming after an hour	1/25/2010
Q: I have a westminster chime movement (Hermle I think). I have had it from new for 12 years. The first ... A: a worn movement will do this --but 12 years should not be it's problem in this case -- might be the ...
Howard Millar 4899 stops running with pendulum attached	1/23/2010
Q: Howard Millar 4899 runs very quickly with pendulum off, however when pendulum is placed on the clock ... A: try this:-The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a ...
Strike Cable Replacement	1/21/2010
Q: In trying to replace my kieninger grandfather clock strike cable, the “click” (ratchet pawl) is ... A: remove the hands and the dial fully wind up one of the good cables (keep tension so it winds ...
Pendulum stops swinging	1/20/2010
Q: I just inheirited a Herschede grandmother clock model #325 with moon dial and the windsor chime (rod ... A: try this:-The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a ...
Mantle Clock	1/19/2010
Q: Ethan Allen Mantle Clock. inside cover ID# 414035787 movement '87 at top of Harris&Mallow 2Jewels # ... A: yours is a Hermle German made movement - made for the case-maker, Harris&Mallow made in 1987 ...
Howard Miller Clock	1/19/2010
Q: I bought a clock at a garage sale. On the face it has "Howard Miller" 1 .......31 around the face ... A: not fake-- Howard Miller does not make movements for clocks only the cases the numbers indicate the ...
clock repair	1/18/2010
Q: I have a Dial-E3, Model-131, Movement-HL, Finish-COA4, Serial 11480. My mom fell and knocked down ... A: mfg info is stamped on the back of the mechanism --need that to help the Z shaped part should be ...
clock oiling	1/18/2010
Q: I have a Ridgeway clock model #9250 BJ movement CC , in service 12/1982. It has run very well in ... A: it is probably worn and in need of cleaning and overhaul or replacement after 28 years! after 20 ...
Hermle torsion suspension	12/20/2009
Q: I need a torsion suspension for a small Hermle/FHS movement. The movement does not appear to have a ... A: how about : http://www.clock-keys.com/CART/images/10681.jpg available at: ...
Parts for Franz Hermle Clock movement	12/16/2009
Q: I need a few parts for a 78 Franz Hermle clock #451-050. This movement is in a Viking Clock Foley ... A: walk into any clock repair shop with the manual and pick up what you need I do not know what a ...
Ansonia Regulator	12/15/2009
Q: I recently came in to possession of a Ansonia Regulator clock. The clock says made in the USA. I do ... A: if the case has no back door - then the hands come off and the dial comes off and the screws holding ...
Piper Grandfather Clock Value	12/15/2009
Q: I am trying to help an older couple sell a Piper Model #9056 grandfather clock that they bought at ... A: first of all it is NOT in perfect condition- maybe the woodwork is nice but the clock is not after ...
Waterbury Clock circa Sept 12th 1874	12/13/2009
Q: I inherited a clock that came into the family on Sept. 12th 1874. It is from the Waterbury Clock Co. ... A: if you are just using it on those two points- anything will do--- from - 3-in-one oil to motor oil ...
Waterbury Clock circa Sept 12th 1874	12/13/2009
Q: I inherited a clock that came into the family on Sept. 12th 1874. It is from the Waterbury Clock Co. ... A: here on the left is the verge: ...
Seth Thomas Clock Identification	12/13/2009
Q: I recently purchased an early looking, deco style Seth Thomas clock and am trying to identify it and ... A: now that you corrected the pantent numbers: ...
Waterbury Clock circa Sept 12th 1874	12/12/2009
Q: I inherited a clock that came into the family on Sept. 12th 1874. It is from the Waterbury Clock Co. ... A: the pendulum is a problem to solve first- it is hanging such that it will not run--bent, broken or ...
Seth Thomas Clock Identification	12/12/2009
Q: I recently purchased an early looking, deco style Seth Thomas clock and am trying to identify it and ... A: you can wade through these if ypou have a faster connection than I : ...
Clock wont start running	12/11/2009
Q: I have a grandfather clock with a hermle 2071-850 / 94 movement, when i start the pendulum it swings ... A: try this and advise:-The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring ...
Barwick grandfather clock pendulum help	12/11/2009
Q: My in-laws have a Barwick(tempus fugit) grandfather clock that used to be her fathers. The pendulum ... A: The pendulum is an assembly beginning at the top where a two legged suspension spring hangs from a ...
franz hermle mantel clock 340-020	12/10/2009
Q: the westminster chimes are not working the springs seem to be stuck and are unwindable. the main ... A: if there is no shut off lever in a slot in the dial by the number 3-and the hammers under the unit ...
How many turns to wind an old clock?	12/9/2009
Q: I just bought an older Howard Miller Key wound chiming mantel clock. It is keeping good time so far ... A: wind all spring driven clocks till they are tight and do not wind further --if you want them to run ...
Sunbean Westminster chime wood wall clock	12/9/2009
Q: I have a Sunbeam Westminster Quartz Chime wood wall clock 882-1285 90914 and I lost the weight at ... A: the pendulums on quartz clocks are for decoration only and the clock should tell time and chime ...
Need Parts	12/9/2009
Q: I need a pendulum and weights for a Waltham 31 day wall clock. The owners manual says Spartus Corp. ... A: Problem is a Waltham 31 day wall clock by definition is a spring wound wall clock and does not have ...
Cable replacement	12/6/2009
Q: My Howard Miller grandfather clock works well, but the cables are fraying. Can I replace just the ... A: here is the cable: http://www.timesavers.com/catalogmain2.asp?ProductID=18201&submit1=Search photo ...
CLOCK WON'T RUN WITH PENDULUM ON	12/5/2009
Q: I have an old grandfather clock with new German works that are a year old. It has two weights - one ... A: you have done fine in all you did. clock is simply out of beat -- read up here and advise....: The ...
Hemel 340-020 adjustment	12/3/2009
Q: I have a Howard Miller Mantel clock with 340-020 movement, it runs 4 minutes slow per day, the three ... A: if dipping is solution was the answer, all clock repair shops would have much less business --NO, on ...
Hemel 340-020 adjustment	12/2/2009
Q: I have a Howard Miller Mantel clock with 340-020 movement, it runs 4 minutes slow per day, the three ... A: the movement needs cleaning and or overhaul perhaps just cleaning the floating balance unit will ...
Grandfather Clock won't keep running	12/1/2009
Q: Our 25-year-old Ethan Allen pendulum clock won't keep running. It is not "wound" too tight, but ... A: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
Seth Thomas Grandfather clock	12/1/2009
Q: I have been given a Seth Thomas Grandfather clock. It chimes 2 - 3 minutes past the hour. Also, it ... A: the hour strike fix is here:move the hour hand (short one) to agree and point at the number on the ...
Wall Clock repair	12/1/2009
Q: I have a wall clock with chains, weights, a chime and a pendulum, +/- 40 years old which is getting ... A: ask here about new movements; http://stores.ebay.com/Mount-Vernon-Clock-Company parts are ...
clock chimes	11/28/2009
Q: jadco 31day striking clock. received recently from granpa with no instructions. can you stop its ... A: Assuming it is a wall clock -- these Korean clocks sometimes have a little lever in the bottom near ...
Troubleshooting slow-run.	11/27/2009
Q: I just bought a Welby westminster chime mantle clock that I got working by simply cleaning and ... A: Another thing I think I did wrong was to oil the balance unit, which I've since heard shouldn't be ...
Clock chimes	11/23/2009
Q: I have a wooden mantle clock, probably French in origin, but bought in Jersey (GB) maybe 75 years ... A: should strike the half in the same way as the hour. sounds like a count wheel striking system ...
Junghans mechanical clock	11/22/2009
Q: I recently brough home my great-grandmothers old mechanical wall clock. It' s a Junghans, from about ... A: my recommendation is to leave the finish and metal exactly as it is. The metal is very sensitive to ...
Hermle Grandfather Black Forest 451-050	11/22/2009
Q: My Grandfather Clock will not stay ticking? I can swing the pendulum to get it going, but it ... A: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
Tempus Fugit Grandfather clock	11/18/2009
Q: I had to reassemble my clock after shifting to a country which has no repair for this type of clock. ... A: it does go through the fork Need photo to be specific help here - lots of different designs - may ...
Dating and adjusting Welby mantle clock	11/18/2009
Q: I just bought a Welby westminster chime mantle clock that I got working by simply cleaning and ... A: Hermle movement made in 1976 Germany : Little tricky but..here is photo (below)of the regulating ...
Seth Thomas, Hermle movement	11/17/2009
Q: I have been given an older Seth Thomas with a Hermle A403-001 2 Jewel balance spring movement. I ... A: the two jewels are in either end of the small hollow tube that forms the axel for the balance wheel ...
Emperor grandfather clock	11/16/2009
Q: I have recently inherited an Emperor Grandfather clock. I would like to know what the lever is to ... A: if the clock has more than 8 black rods hanging down in the back of the movement - it is a quarter ...
Heritage 501-508 with Urgos Movement Purchased in 1980	11/14/2009
Q: My brother and I transported the subjest Grandfather clock and when I unpacked it I found the ... A: buy the set- replace them all : ...
grandfather clock	11/13/2009
Q: I have a Montgomery Ward grandfather clock that was overabound, The weights are all the way to the ... A: it is not overwound the weights need to be at the top to run down for a full week probably out of ...
1977 Ansonia Ezee Set Westminster Chime mantle clock	11/12/2009
Q: As an amateur antique clock hobbist, I am repairing the mentioned clock for a coworker's Mother ! ... A: the barrels come out and apart easily. unwind the chime spring fully on the front of the movement ...
Schatz clock	11/4/2009
Q: I have an old Schatz watch with a rotational pendulum. It has broken the torsional piece in charge ... A: you say watch --you mean clock? looks like this roughly?: ...
Grandfather clock chimes is off 1/2 hour	11/3/2009
Q: I had a problem with my clock and it was not working. My son-in-law got it running, but now the ... A: Ridgeway was a furniture company that made clock case and put German made movements in them (like ...
Emperor clock Model 101 Movement	11/1/2009
Q: I pulled the 2 outer clock chains up too high and now they will not move. Only the middle chain ... A: check to see if the top of the weight or chain are actually not caught on the underside of the clock ...
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: these date from about 1880 so yours was first shown at the Expo in 1878 or at least some Ansonia ...
Ridgeway Grandmother Clock	10/31/2009
Q: YIKES!! I just re-set my mechanical kitchen wall clock to Eastern Standard Time by pushing the hand ... A: <<< I just re-set my mechanical kitchen wall clock to Eastern Standard Time by pushing the hand ...
Emperor clock Model 101 Movement	10/31/2009
Q: I pulled the 2 outer clock chains up too high and now they will not move. Only the middle chain ... A: probably you did not pull them up too high (very rare) probably is not chiming the quarters or the ...
Chimes out of sink...	10/29/2009
Q: Verichron wall clock made by Harris and Mallow when the clock strikes a hour it chimes 2 more times ... A: move the hour hand (short one) to agree and point at the number on the dial the same as the number ...
Boston Shipstrike	10/28/2009
Q: My Boston shipstrike keeps perfect time. However the "Bell" is 1/2 hour off. Ex. at 1730 it strikes ... A: ok that is a bit different. This is an internal problem (minor adjustment) but is a job for a pro- ...
grandfather clock out of sync?	10/28/2009
Q: My grandfather is a Franklin Cherrywood, with decorative weights. It keeps stopping and it is brand ... A: sounds like a two spring 31 day Chinese or Taiwan movement. Could well be not level- that may just ...
mantle clock	10/27/2009
Q: I submitted a question to you about my mothers mantle clock relating to the spring,You asked the ... A: the center and left springs are the same( #40) --the right spring that is larger is for the ...
Boston Shipstrike	10/26/2009
Q: My Boston shipstrike keeps perfect time. However the "Bell" is 1/2 hour off. Ex. at 1730 it strikes ... A: letting it stop will do nothing for your problem. when it strikes 4 bells it should read 6:00 on ...
Grandfather Clock	10/26/2009
Q: My parents passed away and left me their clock that was purchased in 1972. While Mom was dying, we ... A: probably the beat is uneven side to side or out of balance --read up here: -The pendulum assembly ...
Waterbury clock	10/25/2009
Q: I recently purchased a Waterbury clock with a porcelain dial mounted in an ornate cast iron or white ... A: I would not take the clock in to my shop - could never find the parts and would not know what hey ...
Ansonia "Parisian"	10/25/2009
Q: Kenneth, I have figured out that I have come across an Ansonia "Parisian" wall clock based on the ... A: see photo: http://www.antiqueclockspriceguide.com/clockdetail.php?id=12235 and six others: ...
chains	10/22/2009
Q: have pearl grandfather clock. recently moved, removed chains. 2 chains have closed ends and 1 has j ... A: the hook end chain traditionally matches the ring in the end of the one heaviest right side weight ...
pedulum/clutch	10/21/2009
Q: I HAVE A SMALL CLOCK REPAIR SHOP OUT OF MY HOME. I HAVE A CUSTOMER WITH A GRANDFATHER CLOCK THAT ... A: I have been repairing clocks for over 38 years and have NEVER needed a clutch for a clock. Why do ...
identify clock maker	10/18/2009
Q: my clock is a longcase 2 door round face pendulum on pumpkin bun feet brass face 2torpedo weights. ... A: not yet 100 years old more like between 1922-1940 date --from my friends on the internet; Ken, the ...
Sligh grandmother clock	10/16/2009
Q: While still in the Army, we purchased a Sligh grandmother clock. The first move went well. ... A: generally this occurs when the cable is wound up with out the weight attached first. you will not ...
black forest grand father clock	10/14/2009
Q: when pulling on the chain to wind up the chimes, the very heavy weight came off the chain, and the ... A: in the future do not try to lift the weight while pulling on the chain--JUST PULL THE CHAIN open ...
Chrome/Nickle Pendulum	10/14/2009
Q: I have a Howard Miller Model 513 wall clock. The problem is I have lost the chrome pendulum in a ... A: length is critical to the time keeping - the adjuster will do + or - an inch up or down the end ...
E Ingram Cabinet C	10/5/2009
Q: I just acquired an E. Inagram Cabinet C mantle clock. How do I know the date of manufacture? The ... A: obviously made after 1885 - their cabinet series was popular about 1895 and it is INGRAHAM - photo ...
Barwick Grandfather Clock	10/4/2009
Q: Model #4876. The clock has stopped chiming. What can I check? When it's time to chime, you can ... A: 1) weights in wrong place --heaviest on the right and next heaviest in the middle 2) some switch on ...
weight driven chime clock	10/3/2009
Q: clock is a 150 westminster chime, model 4995, Barwick, says tempus fugit on front. Received from a ... A: this is a grandfather or "floor clock" right? there are indeed 3 weights and 3 chain wheels in the ...
adjust the time of a old clock	10/2/2009
Q: First im sorry for my english but i am french canadian. I bought a mantel clock whit a FHS 150-010 ... A: the new style floating balance looks like this: ...
Emperor Grandfather Clock (more info)	9/29/2009
Q: Mr. Saunders, As added info on my Emperor grandfather clock model 301M, the following info is on the ... A: sequential chimes (sixteen chime rods that strike Westminster and two other selectable chimes) at ...
Colonial MFG Clock - Zeeland MI	9/29/2009
Q: We recently purchased a Colonial MFG. Co clock made in Zeeland, MI It is Model 1615, Movement 122m ... A: my experience(considerable) is that you will quickly get used to the chimes and will be soon ...
Emperor Grandfather Clock Chimes	9/28/2009
Q: I have nearly completed building a solid walnut Emperor Grandfather Clock kit Model 301M with three ... A: should be 12 rods not 16 ---8 for the quarter chimes and 4 for the hour - it would help to know ...
emperor tempus fugit clock	9/28/2009
Q: A friend has a old emperor mantle clock with tepus fugit on it . It has three keys,beautiful gold ... A: where do you get the name "Emperor" from? on the dial? the back plate of the mechanism will have ...
Ge clock	9/16/2009
Q: I purchased a General Electric co Ships bell clock, model number 6B06. I can't find anything about ... A: try this web site: http://www.google.com/patents Yours is one of 4 different ships bell clocks ...
Sligh Grandfather	9/15/2009
Q: Our clock was working perfect until a recent move. At which time it quit chimeing on the hour. The ... A: your problem is in the left side of the clock as you face it. check the left side of the movement ...
Urgos clock - escapement	9/13/2009
Q: I have an Urgos triple chime mantle clock #338414 with 9 rods going under the movement. This clock ... A: here: http://www.merritts.com/store4/public/product.aspx?ProductID=83646&SearchText=p-1529 the ...
Furtwangler grandfather clock	9/12/2009
Q: I just inherited a Furtwangler FLS Grandfather clock which is about six feet tall with a burled ... A: L. FURTWANGLER & SOHNE in Furtwangen Germany. It would suspect the clock was made between 1836 and ...
Linden Wall Clock - 31 day windup	9/11/2009
Q: Looking for a replacement movement for our Linden Wall Clock - 31 day movement - what are our ... A: difficult to replace exactly because there is no consistancy in the Korean clock manufacturing -- ...
cuckoo clock	9/9/2009
Q: Wire hook that keeps cuckoo door closed is in the release position. I am able to open door with ... A: The fix is to make adjustments to the front of the mechanism so it works properly. To do this the ...
cuckoo clock	9/8/2009
Q: Wire hook that keeps cuckoo door closed is in the release position. I am able to open door with ... A: Kinda technical - but the rack is dropping not enough teeth- most often caused by the rack tail ...
clock parts	9/7/2009
Q: i have a alaron 31day wall clock that needs a new pendulum and weight for the clock. When can i get ... A: see a clock repair person or shop--the weights are fake and are not used to run the clock these ...
miller tompion	9/1/2009
Q: did miller make tompion 1050-020 and 612-436.......is the older version the 1050-020 A: howard miller bracket clock # 612-436 (list price 1998=$935) has a Hermle German movement in it ...
info. on franz hermle	8/30/2009
Q: i resent purchased this clock at a yard sale for $80,its a beautiful clock. after much adjusting and ... A: as you face clocks the left spring powers the hour strike the right the quarter chime and the center ...
info. on franz hermle	8/23/2009
Q: i resent purchased this clock at a yard sale for $80,its a beautiful clock. after much adjusting and ... A: Hermle made the mechanism in Germany in 1980--they still make them-- #351-031 is their part # for ...
grandfather clock	8/23/2009
Q: I moved and took my grandfather clock weights, etc apart and wrapped them safely. Now I cant figure ... A: bit of a challenge - but if you want to try .... I hope you have two side access doors or panels on ...
Gustav Becker pallet	8/22/2009
Q: 1. I am working on a GB presumably from circa 1915. The pallet has 2 blades fastened by 2 screws ... A: check out here: http://www.clockwatch.de/index.html?html/tec/hem/gra.htm they may be adjusted ok ...
Harris & Mallow Landmark Mantel Clock	8/22/2009
Q: Click spring Apparently replaced in 04/98. we got it at a garage sale for free. there is no key to ... A: Hermle German 1050-020 mechanism -made in 1982 --like here on Ebay: ...
Zeeland Banjo Clock	8/21/2009
Q: Greetings - I recently acquired a banjo clock made by the Trend Clock Company in Zeeland, Michigan - ... A: The Trend Clock Company was purchased in 1968 by Bob and Charles Sligh of the Sligh Clock Company ...
Fast grandfather clock	8/20/2009
Q: I have a grandfather clock named "Belvil" with a (I believe) Hermle movement. On the back plate it ... A: back plate also indicates the pendulum length in CM from the suspension post at the top of the ...
Howard Miller Grandfather Clock:	8/19/2009
Q: I have a 20 year old Howard Miller Grandfather Clock. I had it professionally serviced last year ... A: sell it to the repair person? To install identical new works in your clock complete for $180 is a ...
hourly chime	8/19/2009
Q: the markings on theback of the mechanism our line 1 : 84 l#2 black forest clocks, l#3: 1161 a50 ... A: actually the opposite- you set the stop to lock when winding up equal to the other two weights. ...
hourly chime	8/18/2009
Q: the markings on theback of the mechanism our line 1 : 84 l#2 black forest clocks, l#3: 1161 a50 ... A: This is a 1984 Hermle German movement their part #1161-850 114cm long pendulum with 60 beats per ...
fixing the time	8/18/2009
Q: my cuckoo clock bird comes out at the wrong time almost vice versa it tell the time on the half-hour ... A: sliding the wood leaf up the swinging stick speeds the clock up - it may be loose on the stick. ...
seth thomas floor clock	8/11/2009
Q: I was given a seth thomas floor clock with a model number of E650-004. It has a chime and needs ... A: this is a SPRING driven floor clock , not a weight driven clock? Tight is good- not your problem in ...
Trend clock	8/8/2009
Q: I just received a mantle clock. I would like to know more please, (approx year made, are they good ... A: Trend was a make whose wood cases were made by the Sligh Furniture Co - no no longer making clock ...
Kuempel grandfather clock	8/7/2009
Q: I work on cuckoo clocks as a hobby so have some knowledge of clocks: was asked by friend who ... A: yes they have a metal "leader' that hooks to the bottom of the suspension spring, connects somehow ...
Cuckoo clock problem	8/2/2009
Q: I have a black forest chalet cuckoo clock app. 45 years old. It runs fine, everyting works and it ... A: if it stops because the weights come to the end of the chains - heck yes longer chains would solve ...
Sligh Grandfather Clock circa 1987	7/31/2009
Q: This clock has been a wonderful clock and has not been moved and has kept great time until 2 weeks ... A: The URGOS mechanisms are still being made by the Hermle company in germany and the replacement ...
Setting clock chimes	7/31/2009
Q: I have just purchased a Sligh 23 year old grandfather clock from a consignment shop about which I am ... A: move the hour hand (short one) to agree and point at the number on the dial the same as the number ...
Sligh Grandfather Clock circa 1987	7/30/2009
Q: This clock has been a wonderful clock and has not been moved and has kept great time until 2 weeks ... A: 1) 20 years is about the time they need overhaul or replacement of the mechanism. 2) might be out ...
Jacque 11 Tube Sequence	7/27/2009
Q: I have a 11 tube Jacque grandfather clock whose tubes were taken off and not marked as to which ... A: 1st Quarter: 6 5 4 3 2 1 2nd Quarter: 3 5 4 2 3 1 6 4 5 3 2 1 3rd Quarter: 5 4 3 2 6 3 6 1 5 ...
Hamilton mantel clock	7/19/2009
Q: I just received my father's Hamilton Mantle clock. It was new in 1989. Stamped on the back: Hamilton ... A: the left is the hour strike spring which seems like it is broken or un-hooked from the winding arbor ...
Mantle Clock	6/13/2009
Q: I have a mantle clock from my grandparents. the stamp is FHS - germany and what appears to be a ... A: go with May of 1929---the 295 number coded on the back. FRANZ HERMLE & SOHN was founded in 1922 ...
colonial of zeeland mi movement 54?	6/11/2009
Q: i know nothing of grandfather clocks and have to transport one 125 miles? where can i get info on ... A: 1 un-hook remove the 3 weights - heaviest goes back on the right side when reassembling. 2 twisty ...
Hentschel Wall Pendulum Clock	6/8/2009
Q: I inhereited an old Hentschel grandfather wall clock from my grandfather. It is a beautiful clock ... A: seems missing 2 chains. Without the chains you cannot put it together-- I suggest you call a pro, ...
Seth Thomas Clock	6/7/2009
Q: I recently acquired a Mantle Clock that was my grandfathers. The tag under the clock is missing. ... A: November 1969 ST assembled the Hermle German 140-010a movement that was made in June of 1969 into ...
clock striking and chiming every odd hour	6/6/2009
Q: I have exactly the same problem as Robert Lusk on 5/17. My grandfather clock, which I just ... A: Guess you need a good repair person --not just a professional one! Robert Lusk never got back with ...
Strike too fast -- Seth Thomas	6/5/2009
Q: I have a Seth Thomas clock that strikes very rapidly. To explain it a little more, the strikes are ... A: that little brass fan should be friction fit on its' shaft- it may be loose enough to allow the ...
leon	6/2/2009
Q: I would like to know, if you can, information about a grandfather clock with the name FHS. It's very ... A: modern-and not a grandfather (floor) clock, it would have a date year or date code stamped into the ...
Sligh Mantel Clock	6/1/2009
Q: I have a Sligh Manlte Clock Model 0516-1-AN. The lock acts like it wants to chime ( the hammers are ... A: the heads of the hammers should be about 1/8" from the rods in the rest position- if not bend the ...
grandfather clock	5/31/2009
Q: My clock has been moved and needed a new suspension spring The pendulum has an a screw adjustment ... A: the symptom is that of an Urgos German mechanism that is worn so much the verge to escape wheel ...
Ansonia 1050-020	5/28/2009
Q: Kenneth. Can you please help. I am looking to replace a very worn clock movement that I have had ... A: http://cgi.ebay.com/Hermle-1050-020-New-Clock-Movement_W0QQitemZ220421933396QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_De ...
Howard miller floor clocks	5/27/2009
Q: The hook of one of the weights of my Howard miller clock is broken. Can the hook alone can be ... A: no damage to clock no matter what you do. Hardware stores have metric threaded nuts (M4-M5) and if ...
Sligh G'father	5/27/2009
Q: Sligh G'father clock made in 1986. Model 0972-2-AN, Movement 312-004. Has been in stable clean ... A: do not look for trouble if it is working. after 20 years these are living on borrowed time - save up ...
Howard miller floor clocks	5/27/2009
Q: The hook of one of the weights of my Howard miller clock is broken. Can the hook alone can be ... A: heaviest weight goes on the right as you face the clock to run the quarter chimes. next heaviest in ...
grandfather clock hermle 451-053	5/27/2009
Q: I have a grandfather clock with a Franz Hermle 76 451-053 movement that needs to be replaced. Can ... A: sure you can put a Ford V8 in a Volkswagen - but why would you want the grief and the difficulty? ...
missing part on clock	5/26/2009
Q: I have a Howard Miller #4875W "The Prince" H. 77 3/4". I'm looking for the dowel in the center, top ... A: they are called a "finial" you can by and stain and finish your own ...
KIENINGER CLOCK	5/25/2009
Q: My Kieninger 340-020(?)clock chimes every quarter hour and continues to do so for about 10 minutes ... A: 340-020 is a Hermle part number for their movement not a Kieninger Hermles have a pin on their ...
Sligh G'father	5/25/2009
Q: Sligh G'father clock made in 1986. Model 0972-2-AN, Movement 312-004. Has been in stable clean ... A: second hand could be rubbing on the hole in the dial--you can test by just un-plugging the hand from ...
E. Schmeckenbecher wall clock	5/24/2009
Q: 1. The inscription on the brass works of the clock state: E. Schmeckenbecher, Made in West Germany ... A: just a chain driven wall clock. Most clock repair is a waste of money for small clocks, but profit ...
Clank instead of gong.	5/23/2009
Q: I have just got an Ingraham mantle clock. It rings a bell on the half hour and is supposed to strike ... A: sure. make sure the gong itself is anchored to the wood securely - most often with a big nut on the ...
E. Schmeckenbecher wall clock	5/22/2009
Q: 1. The inscription on the brass works of the clock state: E. Schmeckenbecher, Made in West Germany ... A: a photo or some dimensions would help. the pillar and scroll was not a wall clock - so that is a ...
Mechanical Grandfather Clock Chain Wind	5/21/2009
Q: Chain on right side of grandfather clock wind does not lock in place with or without weight. ... A: chain must run in the groove of the chain wheel-if is off the track as it were, you get those ...
Howard Miller Grandfather Clock model # 610-440	5/19/2009
Q: Two days ago I bought the subject clock, it's 8 year old clock. The problem I have is chime strikes ... A: the minute hand is two pieces - the hand and the center collet with the square hole in it.Remove the ...
Chimes every other hour	5/17/2009
Q: My grandfather clocks chimes every other hour either odd or even hours. ANSWER: Cool! most ... A: well it is an internal gearing problem and unless you are going to remove the mechanism yourself - ...
pendulum mantle clock	5/17/2009
Q: our clock will tick away quite happily chiming properly on the hour and half hour then all of a ... A: This has a count wheel system of striking -- a wheel visible from the rear on the right side front ...
Kieninger 25 year old movement stops	5/14/2009
Q: I have an oxford regulator with an 8 hammer, cable driven, westminster chime kieninger ... A: after 20 years these German movements are on borrowed time and are going to need repair. There was ...
trend clock	5/13/2009
Q: Recently we were given a clock which says "Trend Clocks Zeeland Michigan" on it. I read a previous ... A: back of the mechanism will indicate mfg and 3's to ID the particular mechanism. German movements are ...
leader	5/11/2009
Q: I am advised by another that the "adjustment on the pendulum leader" may have to do with the ... A: what adjustment? some leaders have dial like ajusters- but not "newish" ones - so I have no clue ...
gilbert clock	5/11/2009
Q: I have a black gilbert mantle clock time and strike with 6 pillars which is missing the gong,bell ... A: the hammer will be a problem because it is part of the internals of the clock mechanism. Bell? not ...
451-053 question	5/10/2009
Q: I have a Hermle 451-053 movement that had stopped running and after I oiled it it now is running OK, ... A: as to the 15 min off- remove the nut and the minute hand and put the hand back on correctly 90 ...
Coo Coo Clock Repair	5/9/2009
Q: We have a coo coo clock made by the coo coo clock manufacturing company between WW1 and WW2. The ... A: Bill should be able to repair your old wheel without replacing it,and thus keep the originality of ...
Coo Coo Clock Repair	5/9/2009
Q: We have a coo coo clock made by the coo coo clock manufacturing company between WW1 and WW2. The ... A: the broken wheel is a "part" --the movement is the "movement" your original polite request asked ...
Chimes every other hour	5/9/2009
Q: My grandfather clocks chimes every other hour either odd or even hours. ANSWER: Cool! most ... A: 0k a 1988 Hermle mechanism, still being made - you are mixing your terminology and getting me ...
Coo Coo Clock Repair	5/8/2009
Q: We have a coo coo clock made by the coo coo clock manufacturing company between WW1 and WW2. The ... A: It is "cuckoo" not coo coo need all the markings off the back of the mechanism- maybe I can help ...
Hermie 350-060 mainspring	5/8/2009
Q: I have a Seth Thomas mantel clock with a replacement Franz Hermie 350-060 movement. The mainspring ... A: http://www.timesavers.com/catalogmain2.asp?ProductID=15958&submit1=Search Now- there may have been ...
grandfather clock won't run emperor kit	5/3/2009
Q: My father inlaw built this kit in the 70's. (has since passed away)My husband was ill and on strong ... A: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
properly setting howard miller key wind wall clock	5/2/2009
Q: yes sir,,,,how do i properly set the time on my howard miller 612-462 #140 key wind Westminster wall ... A: The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
Howard Miller Floor Clock	4/28/2009
Q: I have a 4 year old Howard Miller grandfather clock model # 615-004. It stopped chiming and will not ... A: no parts needed for a 4 year old clock make sure the heaviest weight is on the right as you face ...
WUBA chiming wall clock	4/27/2009
Q: Just surfing the net here and came across this site. I have the clock and it used to run fine. Now ... A: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
cuckoo clock pendulum	4/24/2009
Q: I recently bought an 8 day Schatz cuckoo clock without the pendulum. I bought a Maple leaf 2 1/2" x ... A: you just need a longer pendulum. you can make an extension out of a paperclip - bend a flat ...
wurtemberg granddaughter clock	4/24/2009
Q: I have inherited a grandaughter clock which was presented to my great grandfather on his retirement ... A: Junghans is the German company who made it in Wurtemberg, Germany sounds like a wall clock and not ...
Verge Clocks	4/23/2009
Q: i have come accross your question page on clocks and wonder if you are able to help me. Back in the ... A: actually called Morbier or Comptoise clocks and the one in your photo has a crown wheel escapement ...
loudness of chimes	4/20/2009
Q: I have a 20 plus year old grandfathr clock made by Black Forrest. Recently the clock fell over by ... A: make sure the cast iron block holding the chime rods is still secure to the wood back. has the ...
Ingraham mantle clock	4/20/2009
Q: I am trying to identify an Ingraham mantel clock that appears similiar to the Paladin model.I have ... A: you say:but I do not think this is a knock off by another company. I agree and did not mean to ...
W.Haid 75 340-020 movement	4/16/2009
Q: Ken, I have been building a mantel clock out of parts that I get at auctions. I have the movement ... A: here is your mainspring w/ barrel: ...
Ingraham mantle clock	4/10/2009
Q: I am trying to identify an Ingraham mantel clock that appears similiar to the Paladin model.I have ... A: info from an old price book says: Jasper--oak, dial6" about 1898 8 day, strike, spring wound not ...
wall clock chime off by 5 min.	4/9/2009
Q: I have a Howard Miller "Regulator" wall clock. It has been working fine for several years. ... A: the minute hand is two pieces - the hand and the center collet with the square hole in it. holding ...
Howard Miller/Barwick Clock #4875	4/8/2009
Q: Mr. Saunders, I recently became the owner of my "family clock" and the pendulum arm as well as one ... A: that is a 3/4" wood stick that goes into that disk. you did not measure the length of the leader ...
Howard Miller/Barwick Clock #4875	4/7/2009
Q: Mr. Saunders, I recently became the owner of my "family clock" and the pendulum arm as well as one ... A: weight can look different but weigh the same - polished or brushed brass - different diameter - ...
Viking grandfather clock chimes	4/7/2009
Q: Is there any way to turn the chimes off for certain time periods, like sleep time and then back on ... A: maybe- some units have levers in dial slot by the number 3 or 9 some have strings with rings on the ...
clock	4/6/2009
Q: i have a fusee 8 day movment empire no 23384 could you give the lenth of the pendulum and the weight ... A: wall clock? table clock? that # does not help me, sorry. How much room from where the pendulum hangs ...
clock plans	3/30/2009
Q: We have a Mason & Sullivan grandfather clock that we built from a kit in 1993.Recently it got ... A: nope- but what got broke, the mechanicals? may be we can help - the wood work- can't help --search ...
cuckoo clock	3/27/2009
Q: good morning, I seek advice to fix my cuckoo clock, I received the shipment & one of the chain which ... A: remove the back the chains have round wire rings on the ends, bend open the last link with pliers ...
adjusting the time	3/27/2009
Q: I have an Alaron clock that I can't seem to get to run on time, it is always slow. I have tried ... A: what are the markings on the mechanism itself? if this is a pendulum clock and the nut you refer ...
anniversay clock german	3/26/2009
Q: but a mark it looks like two bulls on rear legs front legs resting on clock face.i would be ... A: I think it is two dogs or two elephants- not bulls. @1910 logo belongs to Jahresuhrenfabrik (Year ...
Old Wall Clock	3/26/2009
Q: I have a wall clock that has to be hand wound. The chime sound is really bad, how can I change the ... A: the striking sound in clocks are as individual as pianos or violins BUT to sound the best the hammer ...
school clock	3/25/2009
Q: have a school house clock that i purchased jc pennys years ago.its a verichron 31 day regulator ... A: Up speeds the clock up ---down slows the clock down. Make sure the bob or disk actually moves down ...
staart klok	3/24/2009
Q: recently purchased a dutch staart klok with an fms works no 451-050 and shows the number 75 on the ... A: Hermle German movement 451-050 made in 1975 - still in production with 75cm/85cm/94cm and 114cm ...
Kienzle Table Lamp with Clock & Barameter	3/22/2009
Q: I have a table lamp that belonged to my grandmother. The inside says that it is a Kienzle item from ... A: the plug-in cord is for the lamp and the battery for the clock. at the most 25 years old. probably ...
Hamilton Grand Father Clock	3/22/2009
Q: I have a Hamilton Grand Father Clock that is about 20 yrs old. The pendulum will not swing from side ... A: try here and advise: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension ...
broken cable	3/21/2009
Q: have a kieninger 81k movement and one of the cables is just about broken getting pretty thin; how ... A: which cable as you face the clock? are there side doors or panels tat allow access to the mechanism ...
mantel clock	3/21/2009
Q: do you have instructions for a franz hermie mantel clock (2) jewels 340 020A ? A: try here: http://www.howardmiller.com/uploaded/SupportMaterials/Manuals/WallMantManual.pdf the ...
12 chimes no matter whar hr.	3/21/2009
Q: I have inherited a Pearl grandfather clock. We got it set up 7 chimes every 15 minutes, but the ... A: not sure what "We got it set up 7 chimes every 15 minutes" means??? but nothing you did - mechanism ...
Grandfather Clock cables are unwound	3/19/2009
Q: My daughter has a 90 year old G. F. clock, overhauled 2 years ago. To lessen the weight of the clock ... A: you never want to wind a cable driven clock without the weights hanging on the cables FIRST! If the ...
Chime is off on a Howard Miller millennium edition grandfather clock	3/17/2009
Q: My in-laws have a grandfather clock (As stated, it's a Howard Miller Millennium edition) and it's ... A: easy---move the hour hand (short one) to agree and point at the number on the dial the same as the ...
Daneker clock part missing	3/17/2009
Q: I recently inherited a Daneker grandfather clock and the pendulum rod is missing. Where can I get a ... A: called a lEADER or a PEDDULUM HANGER and of course no longe being made since Mauthe is long gone. ...
Clock won't chime	3/16/2009
Q: Recently, I wound my clock with all 3 movements. It has 3 weights. The center weight controls the ... A: make sure the haeaviest weight is on the right as you face the clock and the next in the middle. ...
New England clock/Hermel movement	3/15/2009
Q: My wife aquired a New England Clock Grandfather clock that has a Hermel movement. It is missing the ... A: it is Hermle and made in 1982 and probably worth fixing if you have a wish to have it in your home. ...
e ingram & co	3/15/2009
Q: I have a clock that appears to be stamped with e.ingram & co,Pat D oct 8 78 Nov 11 79, could this be ... A: it is spelled Ingraham--- yes it is right and it means the company had been granted a US patent on ...
clock occasionally fails to strike a quarter	3/13/2009
Q: I have a German Kienzle clock c.1920. It has a Westminster chime. Recently it occasionally misses a ... A: so when it misses - it fails to do the quarter? You then end up one quarter behind the hands? The ...
Plymoth Mantel Clock	3/13/2009
Q: I have a Plymouth Mantel Clock- 7 Day which is running fine. On the inside back door there is a ... A: i would think that "sold & war 12-18-1939 by C R Klugar" is the date sold originally and of course ...
Seth Thomas will not chime	3/11/2009
Q: The clock will not chime. I hear it click but no chime. On the clock movements it has Seth Thomas ... A: apply some counter clockwise rotational force with your finger to the large gear on the top left ...
Ridgeway clock running too fast	3/9/2009
Q: I have a Ridgeway grandfather clock that has a sticker by the works that says model 212. The clock ... A: you movement was made for Ridgeway by the Hermle Company in 1988 and has a 1 second pendulum 114cm ...
Ridgeway clock running too fast	3/8/2009
Q: I have a Ridgeway grandfather clock that has a sticker by the works that says model 212. The clock ... A: must be the mechanism is slipping teeth on the escape wheel due to wear. To confirm,I would need to ...
Waltham regulator wall clock.	3/8/2009
Q: One of two springs broke on my Waltham regulator 31 day wall clock. Local repair shop said it ... A: here is the spring: http://www.timesavers.com/catalogmain2.asp?ProductID=14203&submit1=Search yes ...
Howard Miller clock	3/6/2009
Q: I have a Howard Miller grandfather clock model 4803,155v triple chime,uw 32045 B movement, ... A: the German movement made by the Urgos Co. was UW320465B a chain driven triple chime movement with a ...
Chime Selection	3/4/2009
Q: Howard Miller Model 610-584 I live in Mexico and had my clock repaired locally for broken wind up ... A: in the back of each little dial adjuster there is a slotted head bolt that holds the arm that ...
Old Seth Thomas runs very fast	3/3/2009
Q: Why does my old Seth Thomas always run fast. (1 hour in a day and 1/2????) Is it possible the ... A: no pain - no gain make sure you are turning it the right direction. The adjuster varies the "free" ...
W. Haid Mantel clock 78 TWL (2) Jewels unadjusted Made In West Germ. 1050-020	3/3/2009
Q: We have two of these clocks. They each have three holes on the lower part of the face. The center ... A: releasing the springs will not solve your problem. Springs are ment to be fully wound weekly and if ...
Old Seth Thomas runs very fast	3/3/2009
Q: Why does my old Seth Thomas always run fast. (1 hour in a day and 1/2????) Is it possible the ... A: not the weight, only making it longer will slow it down. make a S hook out of a paperclip or such ...
circular pedulum clock endura west germany	3/2/2009
Q: i inherited this clock, says Endura west germany, has the four brass balls that rotate, encased in ... A: a 400 day clock or Anniversary Clock - keywind only once a year--is there a square key shaft on the ...
Grandmother Clock Periodic Servicing	3/2/2009
Q: May I use a fine household lubricant such as "3-in-one" oil to lubricate the movement bearings on my ... A: do you have the heaviest weight on the right side as you face the clock? try the oiling. If it is ...
Can't keep pendulum going...	3/2/2009
Q: I have my mothers grandfather clock now it is labeled Colonial of Zeeland, serial number 7406561. On ... A: run through this an report back: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged ...
wall clock by Wuersch	3/2/2009
Q: I would like to know the value of my pendulum wall clock by Wuersch. (if any) I don't know the age, ... A: case made in USA by Wuersch (long out of business small furniture Co.)movement made in 1976 by the ...
Grandmother Clock Periodic Servicing	3/1/2009
Q: May I use a fine household lubricant such as "3-in-one" oil to lubricate the movement bearings on my ... A: yes or Mobil 1 0-5 weight. BUT my reccomendation is to hold your breath till the idea passes. ...
Seth Thomas Mantle Clock	2/28/2009
Q: I was looking on the web for more information about this clock my brother gave to me. I ran across a ... A: the movement was made for Seth thomas in Germany by the Hermle company and their current part # is ...
Mauthe wall clock	2/28/2009
Q: We have a short square Mauthe wall clock,made in Germany with a beveled glass in the door over the ... A: about the early 1930's recieved this email : 2009/02/Mauthe-Chiming-WallIt is my grandmother's! At ...
old railroad watches	2/27/2009
Q: I am researching a watchmaker named "J. Haller", of Ann Arbor, Michigan. He made railroad pocket ... A: probably he did not make watches only repaired them? Does it not have any markings on the dial ...
Chime and minute hand off	2/27/2009
Q: the minute hand has only (4) positions available when attached. The clock correctly Chimes, but I ... A: the minute hand is two pieces - the hand and the center collet with the square hole in it. holding ...
Mauthe wall clock	2/26/2009
Q: We have a short square Mauthe wall clock,made in Germany with a beveled glass in the door over the ... A: about $200 or less apparently: ...
pendulum not swinging on grandfather clock	2/25/2009
Q: After returning from vacation, I wanted to start up my grandfather clock. In my hurry, I didn't ... A: <<< I tried the suggestion of pushing the pendulum one way or the other but I felt it made things ...
pendulum not swinging on grandfather clock	2/24/2009
Q: After returning from vacation, I wanted to start up my grandfather clock. In my hurry, I didn't ... A: The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
Ansonia twin train clock chime issue	2/22/2009
Q: I have Ansonia 2 train c. 1890's. Keeps excellent time, but now and then only rings one chime on the ... A: the wheel with the notches is called the "count wheel" and that is the name of the striking system ...
Seth Thomas 1880 Clock	2/20/2009
Q: I opened the back of my clock, but I'm not sure if you can determine anything from the picture I've ... A: every time you trip those levers it strikes the next number -- just move the hour hand (short one) ...
The chain on the right side come off the gear.	2/19/2009
Q: We purchased a Black Forest cuckoo clock from an estate sale, and when we got it home found out that ... A: remove the hook from the end of the chain - by cutting a link or twisting open a link with pliers ...
Repairing a damaged Grandfather Clock	2/18/2009
Q: I am looking for both Mech.movements & Quartz movements to repair a damaged grandfather clock. The ... A: where are you located? USA? ...
Repairing a damaged Grandfather Clock	2/18/2009
Q: I am looking for both Mech.movements & Quartz movements to repair a damaged grandfather clock. The ... A: Oneway I am thinking to replace with a Seiko/Hermle Quartz movement and attach a Heavy duty pendulum ...
The E. Ingraham Company Mantle clock	2/17/2009
Q: I have a wooden mantle clock which has carved wood sea scenes on both sides which seem gilded in ... A: I would think less than $500 - most of these go 300-400 but yours is unusual- you can subscribe to ...
Repairing a damaged Grandfather Clock	2/17/2009
Q: I am looking for both Mech.movements & Quartz movements to repair a damaged grandfather clock. The ... A: seldom are movements beyond repair- who made the existing movement and what marks are on the back of ...
Seth Thomas 1880 Clock	2/17/2009
Q: I opened the back of my clock, but I'm not sure if you can determine anything from the picture I've ... A: ok - got both pics lifting the levers shown on the attached should trip it to do the hour - use a ...
grandmother clock	2/16/2009
Q: Seth Thomas grandmother clock received as gift two years ago. For a few months we "tolerated" the ... A: the levers are primarily for shipping - however if you lock down the hammers on the right as you ...
grandmother clock	2/16/2009
Q: Seth Thomas grandmother clock received as gift two years ago. For a few months we "tolerated" the ... A: some have levers showing through the dial at the #3 and #9 to change tunes and shut things off. Need ...
Minute Repeater Watch Repair?	2/16/2009
Q: I inherited an old minute repeater pocket watch. It works great EXCEPT the hour "dong" is 2 "dongs" ... A: I repair clocks - not watches --on clocks you simply move the hour hand to agree with the dings - ...
Seth Thomas 1880 Clock	2/15/2009
Q: I recently acquired a Seth Thomas clock made in 1880. It keeps time very well and it chimes on the ... A: the clock would have originally come with a double-ended key - the small end is used at #12 if ...
Trend grandfather clock	2/13/2009
Q: This clock was purchased new about 20 years ago. The number on the sales tag says 84500. I'm ... A: Trend clocks were made by the Sligh Furniture Co and like the HM clocks the mechanical clock parts ...
Very old E. Ingraham Clock	2/13/2009
Q: I have an E. Ingraham clock that I can remember vividly, sitting on the mantel in my great ... A: $300-$500 I would think. You can search Ebay till you find one exactly like it and see what it sells ...
Why do clocks tick?	2/13/2009
Q: Must clocks tick/tock? Are there any analog clocks that don't make sounds? [I realize that digital ... A: mechanical clocks and battery clocks with a stepping second hand all have an escapement that holds ...
19thc mantle clock qtr repeat chime	2/11/2009
Q: just purchased this clock in working order from e bay however it is chimming one hour behind i.e. 1 ... A: To get the hour striking the right # just move the hour hand to the # that the clock is ...
Clock chime adjustment	2/11/2009
Q: I have a Seth Thomas Westminster chime (Regulator) wall clock. The chime is one hour behind the ... A: To get the hour striking the right # just move the hour hand to the # that the clock is striking ...
Set Mainsprings	2/10/2009
Q: I have several old wall clocks of which most keep irregular time. They are all more than 50 years ... A: replace the spring with the exact same or slightly thinner if available --I would not worry about ...
Set Mainsprings	2/10/2009
Q: I have several old wall clocks of which most keep irregular time. They are all more than 50 years ... A: not possible to re-condition. I would replace the springs if typical American clocks I would use ...
Verichron	2/10/2009
Q: I have a 30 year old Verichron Westminster chime pendulum wall clock that was given to me that works ... A: you mean did the German movement maker make good clock mechanisms in 1970? the case made by ...
340-020	2/9/2009
Q: I just bought at an auction a Hamilton Mantle Clock with a 340-020 movement. My problem is that ... A: if it is old enough the rack for the hour might be so gummy it fails to drop by gravity when ...
Cuckoo Timing	2/9/2009
Q: To make it simple, after some service, my cuckoo clock came back just fine except that it now goes ... A: ok - so yours is an older count wheel design- ignore all I said about the 8 pin star wheel. If your ...
Big Ben Chimes	2/9/2009
Q: Is there a clock or watch that imitates the chimes of the Big Ben Clock on the hour? ANSWER: sure, ... A: two choices: electronic (battery run) or mechanical (springs or weights- or old electric mechanical) ...
harris and mallow wall clock	2/8/2009
Q: harris and mallow verichrom 31 day wall clock. 30 yrs old. owner is asking $40.00 but claims the ... A: no no in answer in order to your questions These Korean movement clocks are often problematic ...
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: sure, most chiming clocks have at least the "Westminster" chime or Big Ben chime! Notes: 1=F# 2=G# ...
Chimes	2/7/2009
Q: I have an 8 day hour quarter hour Westminster chime. Chimes OK but at 5 to for the hour, 10 past ... A: perhaps the minute hand is two pieces? - the hand and the center collet with the square hole in it. ...
Oiling the gears on Grandmother clock	2/5/2009
Q: I bought this Ridgway Grandmother clock in February 1996 brand new. It has 3 weights wound thru the ... A: Do not worry it will not break. it will wear to the point of needing overhaul or replacement of the ...
Kieninger grand-father clock movement 75R116	2/4/2009
Q: The pendulum on this clock, swings back and forth but does not engage the mechanism that advances ... A: make sure the hands are not caught on something or each other and if it has a second hand, that it ...
Kuempel chime clock registered 1956	2/4/2009
Q: Just moved clock from North Dakota to Georgia. Got it level and it won't stay running. Worked fine ... A: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
adjusting chime to correspond with time	2/2/2009
Q: I have an antique japy freres mantle clock. I forgot to wind it and once I did that,i moved the ... A: These clocks have a "count wheel " striking system. Once tripped at the 1/2 or the hour it strikes ...
Franz Hermle 340-020A chimes	2/1/2009
Q: I recently acquired a Franz Hermle 340-020A mantle clock and am wondering if it is possible to ... A: yep, on the back of the mechanism- there are three gears two large and one in the middle that is ...
Ingraham mantel clock	1/31/2009
Q: On these clocks just above the point where the hands attach is a small dial that I think is to ... A: you say "dial" --you mean horizontal thumb wheel sticking out a slot? if there is no "S" or "F" at ...
Door Lock, Slich Clock	1/30/2009
Q: The door lock for our Sligh clock won't lock. Did Sligh have a standard locking mechanism and where ... A: hardware store- locksmith, etc. Standard mechanism but right size and shape needed - bring the old ...
clock movement set up & maintenence	1/30/2009
Q: I have a grandfather clock, that I built a number of years ago, with a movement that I bought from ... A: heaviest weight goes on the right and the next in the middle as you face the clock. run through this ...
desk clock chime the hour	1/30/2009
Q: I have an Emperor clock that does not chime the hour. The quarter hours chime. This is a desk top ... A: the clock strikes the hour and chimes quarterly. watch in the back door to see what happens when ...
tempus fugit grandfather clock pendulum problem??	1/30/2009
Q: I recently acquired a Tempus Fugit grandfather clock at an estate sale. Without the pendulum ... A: all metal or wood stick pendulum?check the little suspension spring at the top of the entire ...
approx. value and age of a clock	1/30/2009
Q: i just purchased a Linden Tempus Fugit wall clock it says inscripted on the back of the works that ... A: on the back where it has 341-020 (Hermle Company #) there is also a number indicating the year of ...
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: no company has made clock mechanisms in USA for over 60 years, including Howard Miller, who until 10 ...
Hermle clock	1/29/2009
Q: I inherited a Hermle mantle clock but did not get any instructions on how to wind or maintain it. ... A: all Hermle meovements I have seen in 36 years have info stamped on the back plate of the mechanism ...
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: define "a lot of time" for me maybe a weak spring - how long does the clock run? are you winding it ...
Mantle clock identification	1/29/2009
Q: Further to my previous question about adjusting the timing of the chime on my mantle clock, could I ... A: There is a small stamped/engraved mark that looks like a "Star of David" and a mark that looks like ...
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: they are oriental - Korean,Chinese, etc, and are in-expensive to purchase and since the makers vary ...
Grandfather clock stopped working	1/29/2009
Q: When I trid to reset the weights, the left one will no longer move and the clock won't run; could it ... A: so it worked perfectly till you pulled up the weights like you do every week? not a broken tooth. it ...
Mantle clock - incorrect chiming times	1/28/2009
Q: I wonder if you can offer any advice on the following!? I have recently inherited an old mantle ... A: the minute hand is held on either by a round or hex nut or by a tapered pin over a round washer. ...
piper grandfather clock	1/25/2009
Q: I have a Piper grandfather clock that I purchased at a garage sale and the chime was working. When ... A: does it click at the quarters when the hands are moved thru 3/6/9/12 ? pull on the right weight ...
Alaron 31 day Schoolhouse Clock	1/25/2009
Q: ..I have an Alaron 31 day Schoolhouse style clock. It Gongs the hour and the 1/2 hour,the wood ... A: hang the clock straight--you still will have to "find" where "straight" is, right? Going to use a ...
How often do I wind my clock	1/25/2009
Q: Could you tell me how often I have to wind my Smiths Westminster chiming clock. Currently I wind ... A: the factory designed it to last a week if fully wound. You can of course, wind it 1/7th each day or ...
granddaughter clock	1/24/2009
Q: where can i find a picture and the history of a Franz Hermle granddaughter clock? A: Hermle is better known as the maker of the mechanisms for many many companies that build clock cases ...
Seth Thomas Mantel Clock	1/23/2009
Q: My clock does not chime on the hour. It just clicks. The clock has three places to wind and a ... A: a silent chime opening.- you mean the slot by #3 with the lever in it??? move the lever away from ...
Clock Repair	1/23/2009
Q: Howard Miller floor clock model #4895 serial #103535. Purchased ~June, 1977, The hour count chimes ... A: after 31 years the movement is probably ready for overhaul or replacement(better deal) entire new ...
Cuckoo Clock	1/22/2009
Q: I have a cuckoo clock (Regula 25 movement) that won't ratchet anymore on the time side winding, the ... A: remove it and perhaps you can fix it but replacement is probably the best idea- depending upon the ...
Seth Thomas Mantel clock	1/19/2009
Q: I have a Seth Thomas Westminster mantel clock and the center spring acts like there is something ... A: this is the spring (photo is wrong though) ...
Mechanical Double strike clock chime problem	1/19/2009
Q: I wonder if you could guide me. I have this Spring wound clock with double strike chime. The whole ... A: make one from som springy wire, quite light. bend a coil around a small round object so that end on ...
Seth Thomas Mantel clock	1/18/2009
Q: I have a Seth Thomas Westminster mantel clock and the center spring acts like there is something ... A: yes. will it turn and get tighter but not click and hold? will it just spin? will it wind, click ...
Mechanical Double strike clock chime problem	1/17/2009
Q: I wonder if you could guide me. I have this Spring wound clock with double strike chime. The whole ... A: maker? do not know what a double strike chime clock is. better description needed here. actual ...
Hermle 341-020 K	1/15/2009
Q: Kenneth,I have this movement in a Ridgeway regulator wall clock. The spring for the hour-chime is ... A: if there is a notch in the cover then pry it off with a lever of some kind in the hole. If no notch ...
Access to longcase clock movement.	1/15/2009
Q: I have a longcase clock bought about 15-20 years ago. The chain of the main weight has come off the ... A: nut holding minute hand gets unscrewed - may need a pair of pliers? pull hand straight off pull and ...
Hermle movement date	1/13/2009
Q: I am curious about the date of manufacture of a mantel clock I have been given. It is a "Perfecta" ... A: yes an older unit - bend the round brass handles of the hammers so the rest position is about 1/8" ...
Boston ShipStrike	1/13/2009
Q: I am the Third Officer on the USNS ABLE and we have a Boston ShipStrike clock that nobody knows how ... A: should not need to set it- is this a two spring clock with two winding holes in the dial? it should ...
hermle 451-050 emperor 78 model 101	1/12/2009
Q: the chime side of the train free wheels with the chain having no back pressure. The weight will go ... A: time to replace the chain wheel! not sure what broke but it is not repairable I suspect. Any clock ...
How do I remove hour hand from grandfather clock	1/11/2009
Q: We have a Barwick grandfather clock bought in 1974. It was last oiled by a professional five years ... A: do not oil it - it does not need it if it was oiled 5 years ago- come back in 10 years. Of course if ...
Franz Hermle chimes are sticky.	1/10/2009
Q: I just acquired a Baldwin humpback mantle clock. Franz Hermle 340-020, 2-jewel movement. The clock ... A: if it is wound tight on all 3 springs - might be a little oil will get it going or it may be worn ...
ansonia clock	1/9/2009
Q: I have an eight day holborn strike ansonia clock made in New York in which i can not find any ... A: try here: http://www.antiqueclockspriceguide.com/indexlinks.php?manufacturer=Ansonia where does ...
lyre pendulum	1/8/2009
Q: I have a Jauch movement with # pl 61 on back, the customer dropped the pendulum and broke the part ... A: slowing the clock down with a few turns under the disk of the adjusting nut might be needed if at ...
emperor clock anchor arm	1/8/2009
Q: I have an emperor clock with a movement by Erhard Jauch Uhrenfabric 77 2 77 404680. I moved it ... A: you never said why you replaced the suspension spring. did it break ? did you save the parts to ...
Hanging wall clocks	1/8/2009
Q: Is it truth or myth that a wall clock should not be hung on an outside wall due to inconsistencies ... A: myth today but perhaps truth in days of old in drafty, un-heated, un-insulated, un-air conditioned ...
Cuckoo Clock Problem	1/6/2009
Q: I have a Black Forest Cuckoo clock . . . problem is that it is chiming on 10 after and 40 after the ... A: most minute hands on cuckoos are a sandwich of a collet with a square hole- the hand- a flat washer ...
no chimes!!!	1/5/2009
Q: Ken, I finally got the correct numbers. The movement is a Hermle 350-060. This is the clock that ... A: A403-001 is Set Thomas's number for the Hermle 350-060. probably needs to be looked at by a pro- ...
centurion 35 day clock	1/5/2009
Q: My grandfather gave my grandmother an old 35 day centurion wall clock and sadly after 64 years of ... A: replacing Korean mechanisms is problematic in that they did not standardize anything and lot of the ...
no chimes!!!	1/5/2009
Q: Ken, I finally got the correct numbers. The movement is a Hermle 350-060. This is the clock that ... A: check to make sure right and left are wound tight. turn minute hand slowly through one hour and ...
Gerald Ford Howard Miller Grandfather Clock	1/4/2009
Q: I am looking to buy a Howard Miller Grandfather Clock from a store locally. The Model number is ... A: no such thing as a fake Howard Miller Clock that I have EVER heard of. If the furniture quality is ...
Herman Miller Mantle Clock	1/3/2009
Q: I have a Herman Miller mantle clock which looks to be a wind up however, it has an electric motor ... A: the clock shown was always an electric clock. So get it repaired at a clock shop. Any replacement ...
clock won't chime	1/2/2009
Q: I have a 30+ year-old German wall clock. I recently paid about $350 to have the inside mechanism ... A: you really need to get the rebuilder to solve your problem. The hammer heads need to be about 1/8" ...
Hentschel Striking Late	1/2/2009
Q: My wifes dad built a Grandmothers clock 20 years ago with a 3-weight, moon dial Hentschel works. ... A: the minute hand is two pieces - the hand and the center collet with the square hole in it. holding ...
Faulty repair, can I fix?	1/2/2009
Q: Took Grandfather clock for clean/repair. Dodgy older gentleman working out of his house ( I KNEW I ... A: ok got it the carriage drum with the pins on it on the right rear of the movement has a drive gear ...
Faulty repair, can I fix?	1/2/2009
Q: Took Grandfather clock for clean/repair. Dodgy older gentleman working out of his house ( I KNEW I ... A: Urgos was the maker of the mechanism.UW03015B is their part# sounds like the minute hand is put on ...
problems with 8-day clock	1/1/2009
Q: I have an 8-day clock, which I bought several years ago in an auction. It never worked, but I loved ... A: these get leveled by sound of the evenness of the ticking-listen as you prop up on side or the other ...
Clock Source	12/29/2008
Q: I have a Grand Father Clock that my wife purchased several years ago that has stopped working. The ... A: Hermle made the movement in 1977-----451-050 is the # but you need the cm length of the pendulum - ...
clock won't chime anymore...	12/29/2008
Q: I have a Howard Miller grandmother clock (Regulator w/ westminster chime) that keeps perfect time ... A: not label info--that is the case maker info (Howard Miller)needed is stamped info on the back of the ...
New England Clock Movement	12/27/2008
Q: I would like to know if the wind up movement in this clock can be replaced. The only number found is ... A: No it can not be replaced. It can be easily repaired. Very simple time only German made Urgos ...
HOWARD MILLER 610-572 CHIMING GRANDFATHER CLOCK REPAIR	12/26/2008
Q: I RECEIVED ONE OF THESE CLOCKS AS A GIFT. IS THERE SOME TYPE OF MANUAL OR BASIC REPAIR GUIDE FOR ... A: http://www.howardmiller.com/uploaded/SupportMaterials/Manuals/FloorClockManual-496917R5.pdf as to ...
clock won't chime anymore...	12/26/2008
Q: I have a Howard Miller grandmother clock (Regulator w/ westminster chime) that keeps perfect time ... A: the case is called a school house clock not Grandmother. Grandmother and grandfather clocks are 7' ...
Antique Cuckoo clock	12/24/2008
Q: I have inherited a very old cuckoo clock . It came to this country some time after World War 1 . is ... A: not really- the makers name on the dial or elsewhere and all the info stamped on the back plate of ...
coocoo clock strikes wrong	12/24/2008
Q: 30 it will coocoo 4 times I hope someone can help. A: these generally work on a count wheel system--trips the cuckoo on the 6 and on the 12- each time ...
Barwick_Howard Miller grandmother clock	12/23/2008
Q: Mr. Saunders, I have a Barwick / Howard Miller clock that was in good working order but 2 of its 3 ... A: with pliers remove the end link in the chain opposite the end that the weight hooks on. Feed the end ...
Howard Miller Grandfather Clock	12/22/2008
Q: I have a Howard Miller small grandfather clock (grandmother? clock). On the back of the movement it ... A: best guess is there is probably a disconnect from the center arbor. remove the mechanism let the ...
Grandfatherclock	12/22/2008
Q: The clock was recently repaired and is running good. I tried leaving the right weight down so it ... A: no connection with the winding that it stopped. Is the heaviest weight on the right? Pull down on ...
Emperor clock part	12/19/2008
Q: I have an Emperor clock and I am missing the following piece. Can you tell me where I can order ... A: is that a chain driven triple chime GF movement? I do not know of any clock part called a "pendulum ...
Career questions	12/19/2008
Q: I was hoping you could offer me some information. I would like to become a clockmaker/watchmaker. I ... A: Yes you can make a living at it- probably not get rich.Location is important to sucess in the biz- ...
Hamilton Wheatland Mantle Clock 1980	12/18/2008
Q: I have inherated the above named clock,i would like to know how to wind it and take care of it ... A: The German company Hermle made the mechanism and they are still making them. cannot be overwound ...
cable winded uneven on chime drum. and st	12/15/2008
Q: how can i unwind the cables? chimes and striker are locked. why did they wind up uneven? model ... A: most popular cause is that someone wound up the cables with out the weight hanging on the ...
Howard Miller 67 Anniversary Addition	12/15/2008
Q: Our clock does not chime and the two weights on the clock do not move. The middle weight does work. ... A: check to be sure the heaviest weight is on the right -next heaviest in the center check to be sure ...
Ingraham Mantel Clock	12/14/2008
Q: I was given a mantel clock after my father's death in 1955. At the time I was only 11 so really had ... A: this is the definitive book on Ingraham - it might be in there? ...
Japy Freres	12/12/2008
Q: Sir, I purchased a Japy Freres clock with lions on the sides and matching candelabras from an ... A: typically these strike on a 3" round bell. There is a round nut that holds the bell on the back of ...
Sligh Grandfather Clock - Problem with Cables	12/12/2008
Q: I recently moved my Sligh Grandfather clock and unfortunately, the cables were wound with the ... A: tricky stuff here.....the center one you can get unwound by taking the pendulum off and letting it ...
E. Ingraham mantel clock	12/11/2008
Q: I was given my grandmothers' 8 day mantel clock w/ cathedral gong. There are two wind-up mechanisms ... A: like this:http://www.clock-keys.com/CART/images/29607.jpg again a range of sizes : ...
grandfather clock	12/10/2008
Q: I just received a Westminster grandfather clock from a neighbor that had to move for work. He gave ... A: with pliers remove the end link in the chain opposite the end that the weight hooks on. Feed the end ...
Chimes are not correct on the hour	12/10/2008
Q: I have moved house and during transport and finding right position around house I have got the ... A: move the hour hand (short one) to agree and point at the number on the dial the same as the number ...
Wm L Gilbert mantle clock	12/9/2008
Q: This clock belonged to my grandmother and I have loved it since I was a little girl. Now it's on my ... A: non- adjustable bobs look like this: http://www.clock-keys.com/CART/images/10218-.JPG adjustable ...
grandfather chime operation	12/8/2008
Q: I recently assembled a grandfather clock for a neighbor.. It's a 31 Day wind up job made in China.. ... A: rack is not dropping properly on the snail. see attached URL: ...
Ansonia Gold Medallion Mantel Clock Model 210	12/7/2008
Q: I am having problems with my Ansonia Mantel Clock. I have been looking for some directions on how to ... A: M is a code for being made in the year 2000- Hermle made the mechanism in Germany for Ansonia and ...
Changing chime function	12/7/2008
Q: I have a "granddaughter" clock, a wall clock that is about 2 ft high, that chimes every 15 minutes. ... A: Most German modern mechanisms like yours rely upon the quarter chimes to trigger the hour strike - ...
Howard Miller Grandfather Clock Chimes	12/6/2008
Q: I have a Howard Miller grandfather clock that the chime sequence is off. The first 2 notes play ... A: I will assume this is a Hermle German mechanism. In any case there is a gear on a shaft on the right ...
Ansonia Gold Medallion Mantel Clock Model 210	12/6/2008
Q: I am having problems with my Ansonia Mantel Clock. I have been looking for some directions on how to ... A: I do not know how old your clock it- sounds like a more modern one with a German made Westminster ...
Steeple clock pendulum	12/5/2008
Q: I have an old E.N. Welch 8 day steeple clock. I do not have the original pendulum. I have an ... A: this one would be the best bet if needed: ...
Steeple clock pendulum	12/5/2008
Q: I have an old E.N. Welch 8 day steeple clock. I do not have the original pendulum. I have an ... A: I do not know the shape of your pendulum you are using now- look like this? ...
winding the clock	12/4/2008
Q: how many turns is suggest to wind the 31 day clock my mom and dad got one form a friend and are ... A: wind the snot out of it! wind it till it stops. fear and arthritis are reasons clocks do not get ...
German grandfather clock	12/3/2008
Q: I purchased a German curio grandfather clock from a serviceman. The only markings I can find on the ... A: the pendulum is an assembly generally made up of a rod with a hook on one end and threads on the ...
Black Mantle clock by E Ingraham Co.	12/1/2008
Q: We have a black mantle clock manufacred by the E Ingraham Co. Bristol Conn.usa, we would like to ... A: they typically put a month and year code stamped into the brass plate that is the front of the ...
vintage phinney walker alarm clock	11/29/2008
Q: I bought a phinney walker alarm clock off ebay and found that it only works when laying face down. ... A: depends on what you paid for the clock, and why. WalMart has cheaper and more accurate alarm clocks ...
Ingraham Calendar Wall Clock	11/27/2008
Q: I have a close friend who just purchased an Ingraham Calendar Wall Clock. I helped mount the clock ... A: run it without the dial and hands- bending stuff without being able to really see what you are doing ...
Hamilton wheatland stops	11/27/2008
Q: I have a Hamilton Wheatland 8-day key-wind mantel clock, (Welby Westminster Chime with special ... A: shut the chime off- lever on the dial or lever in back to hold hammers down. Now does it run past ...
Howard Miller Grandfather clock	11/27/2008
Q: I have a howard miller grandfather clock. The model number is 610-329, movement number 354135E. The ... A: check: they are not shut off with the switch in the dial at #3 check: the heaviest of the three ...
Jauch PL21 clock movement	11/26/2008
Q: I have a mantle steeple clock which I built in the 1970's and installed a new Jauch PL21 movement at ... A: try just oiling it first and before that, check to make sure the tick is sounding even - prop up one ...
Jauch PL21 clock movement	11/26/2008
Q: I have a mantle steeple clock which I built in the 1970's and installed a new Jauch PL21 movement at ... A: probably does need cleaning- the old oil got gummy and set up- perhaps you should get a pro to do ...
Mauthe mantel clock	11/25/2008
Q: I have a mantle clock. It is of Bonapte Hat style popular in the lat 1940's and eaely 50's The ... A: image is fine - for goodness sake do not listen to your local jeweler about the quartz movement. I ...
Ingraham Calendar Wall Clock	11/25/2008
Q: I have a close friend who just purchased an Ingraham Calendar Wall Clock. I helped mount the clock ... A: see: http://www.clock-keys.com/CART/images/29386.jpg there is either a hole in the tip for a wire, ...
Ingraham Calendar Wall Clock	11/25/2008
Q: I have a close friend who just purchased an Ingraham Calendar Wall Clock. I helped mount the clock ... A: hands and dial need to come off --pin or nut holds the minute hand on and the others just pull off ...
Time adjustment - wrong pendulum?	11/25/2008
Q: I recently purchased a 9 chime tubular grandfather clock at an estate. The maker of the cabinet is ... A: dia. of bob will not effect swing much at all- length will. no real change in timing using a 8.5" ...
side panels grandfather clock	11/22/2008
Q: Ok this is a crazy question but is there a trick involved in trying to put back in place the little ... A: yes there is! I guess this means you want to know the trick??? put panel inside the case by cocking ...
Re-chaining a grandfather clock	11/21/2008
Q: I just bought a Ridgeway grandfather clock. I don't know how old it is but the mo # is 138 the ... A: with pliers remove the end link in the chain opposite the end that the weight hooks on. Feed the end ...
how do i wind the clock and not the chime	11/21/2008
Q: i have a ALFRY mantle clock made in westtern germany on back has #77 Emil Schmeckenbecher ... A: there is a quarter CHIME on the right and and the hour STRIKE and then the time in the middle --what ...
howard miller pendulum leader	11/21/2008
Q: My Howard Miller pendulum leader came off during the moving of my grandfather clock, can i put it ... A: the silver round horizontal shaft (L shaped) coming out of the back of the mechanism goes in the ...
howard miller pendulum leader	11/20/2008
Q: My Howard Miller pendulum leader came off during the moving of my grandfather clock, can i put it ... A: probably- if you broke the suspension spring that the upper part of the leader attaches to, it might ...
Over wound	11/19/2008
Q: I have a Sligh Grand Father clock Model # 0958-1-HS. I think that it has been over wound. Is there ... A: typical problem with moving the cable clocks is that the cables get tangled and crossed over each ...
en welch/sessions striking problem	11/18/2008
Q: After buying a number of antique clocks over the past year, mainly very dirty or needing oiling. I ... A: try: http://www.timesavers.com/catalogmain2.asp?ProductID=10573%2C15168&submit1=Search lever ...
Stuck Hand	11/18/2008
Q: I recently bought a mantle clock at a flea market. I got it level and it ticks away quite happily. ... A: typically this is caused by a nasty internal gear problem that only a pro can fix. However - it you ...
ansonia clock	11/17/2008
Q: I wonder if you can help me. I have been lucky enough to inherit my late fathers Ansonia Clock, ... A: the little end of the key goes at the top for the fast or slow adjustment of the timekeeping - you ...
Ridgeway Grandfather Clock	11/17/2008
Q: I had a Grandfather given to me by my sister whom never had the clock set up and working. I now have ... A: need to define terms here. chiming is the quarter hour tune(Westminster-4 note sequence) the hour ...
Ingraham clock	11/16/2008
Q: I have a mantal clock with the noumber 302 on the rear door.It was made in Bristol Conn.could you ... A: Ingraham does not go back to 1823. they were: Elias Ingraham 1857-1860 E. Ingraham & Co. 1861-1880 ...
Clock feature	11/16/2008
Q: I have a vintage Hammond electric clock. There is a hole on the dial/face exposing a spinning ... A: it is called a power failure indicator. when set and running the magnetic field from the coil in ...
Ingraham clock	11/13/2008
Q: I have a mantal clock with the noumber 302 on the rear door.It was made in Bristol Conn.could you ... A: they typically put a month and year code stamped into the brass plate that is the front of the ...
Hermle movement 1171-853 vs.HERMLE W 2071-850BS	11/9/2008
Q: Saunders I recently order a Hermle flagship movement 1171-853 over the internet...it took the vendor ... A: I think so but I can't find the 1171-853 listed any where - I am concerned about the ...
Seth Thomas Grandfather clock	11/8/2008
Q: The clock is level, weights are hung correctly as per book facing it. It will not chime . Clock ... A: you said: " If i kind of move the little butterfly inside , it will chime on next event and thats it ...
Chime Strike Issues	11/7/2008
Q: I just obtained a c. 1884 New Haven Clock Company mantel clock from a distant family member. The ... A: not sure what volume you expect from a 124 year old clock. Leather was the original material and the ...
Linden wall clock	11/4/2008
Q: have a Linden clock made in Japan. It has been in my family for 30+ years. Several years ago, it ... A: no one repairs these - you must have mis-communication with your local repairman? The mechanism is ...
linden 8 day mantel clock	11/1/2008
Q: My mantle clock is working fine but not to long ago it, the clock and min /hour arms froze. Anyway ... A: ANSWER: TO REPEAT: remove the minute hand from the clock. turn the hand upside down and hold the ...
What is it?	11/1/2008
Q: Being retired and disabled I am always looking for small projects.I recently purchased a wall clock ... A: Hermle made it for Haid- not sure who Haid is - they may be a mfg liscensed to use the "Linden" ...
Waltham 31 day Regulator	11/1/2008
Q: I have a Waltham 31 day Regulator Chime key wind wall clock that I can't seem to find a model number ... A: Korean clocks and all clocks do not get overwound unless you break something and then you will know ...
linden 8 day mantel clock	11/1/2008
Q: My mantle clock is working fine but not to long ago it, the clock and min /hour arms froze. Anyway ... A: remove the minute hand from the clock. turn the hand upside down and hold the brass center ...
linden 8 day mantel clock	10/31/2008
Q: My mantle clock is working fine but not to long ago it, the clock and min /hour arms froze. Anyway ... A: You clock froze on the chiming amd backing up the minute hand would have freed it - forcing it ahead ...
kassel grandfather clock	10/31/2008
Q: My clock was running fine, but it just stopped working. I wound up both sides and started the ... A: the beat is off --the tick is not even side to side. Listen to the tick as you tilt the clock left ...
age of grandfather clock	10/30/2008
Q: I'm shopping for a clock for my grandfather for christmas, from all of the grandchildren, as a ... A: the Colonial is nicer-IMHO- but it does not say that it is "It is currently in good working order" ...
age of grandfather clock	10/30/2008
Q: I'm shopping for a clock for my grandfather for christmas, from all of the grandchildren, as a ... A: Colonial has been out of business for 30-40 years. (as has Herschede) Are these Ebay listings - or ...
Regulator clock	10/30/2008
Q: I am trying to find out what make this clock is .The only markings are 2 Roosters facing each ... A: that is the front plate shown - but enough to be sure it is probably Chinese or possible Japanese or ...
Cuckoo clock door	10/29/2008
Q: The door on my cuckoo clock does not always close after it cuckoos. The clock is about 5 years old ... A: try a minute drop of light oil on the wires that make up the hinges of the door and the wire ends ...
Urgos UW32036 triple chime stops	10/29/2008
Q: I have an Urgos UW32036 movement the runs and chimes great until the weights get 3/4 of the way down ... A: this is seldom seen and is a baffler for the pro clock repair community. however in discussions on ...
Wuba clock chimes	10/29/2008
Q: I have a small Wuba wall clock which runs with weights. It keeps good time but when it chimes on the ... A: the little fan that spins during striking on the mechanism (the fly) is loose on the shaft most ...
Hentschel grandfather clock	10/25/2008
Q: My friend does not have Internet so I am doing this for them. They have a Hentschel Model #200, ... A: I do not know what mechanism is in this clock- there are a few that can do that - run fast after ...
H miller clock stops ticking	10/25/2008
Q: I recently acquired a Howard Miller grandfather clock (from 1987) from my Aunt. It was running well ... A: you say: When moving, the weights were taken off and the clock was wound tightly around a few towels ...
Haid Clock	10/24/2008
Q: Just trying to date this one. It's marked 80 TWL (2) jewels 1050-020 Still working nicely. I just ... A: Hermle quit putting the year of manufacture on the back of their clocks in 1988- buyers of clocks ...
ethan allen model 08-3180	10/24/2008
Q: I have a clock from my father. It is an Ethan Allen floor clock purchased in 1976. The model number ... A: no owners manuals available but here is a generic one from HM: ...
Sligh grandfather clock	10/22/2008
Q: we recently moved and removed the weights and pendulum from our clock, having reasssembled it ... A: is this a cable or chain on the weights? - and did you put the heavy one on the right and the next ...
Ridgeway grandfather clock	10/22/2008
Q: I have a ridgeway grandfather clock and its running fast (about 12 minutes every 24 hours) CAN YOU ... A: perhaps I can if the problem is not from an internal mechanical problem inside the mechanism. the ...
adjusting a Seth Thomas mantel clock	10/20/2008
Q: Mr. Saunders, My Dad just gave me my Great Grandmother's Seth Thomas mantel clock. I have no ... A: these come with two methods of counting the proper hour and it is imperative that we know which is ...
Clock Information	10/19/2008
Q: Mr. Saunders. I recently purchased a Herman Miller mantle clock. It looks a lot like the Howard ... A: the value most probably is what you paid for it. made between 1926 and 1937. dial restoration would ...
Replacement part for Seth Thomas GF weight	10/19/2008
Q: My father's GF weight broke off where the cable attached to it. Can you recommend anyplace where I ... A: that would have been made by the German Co. Kieninger for ST the Kieninger # is KSU033 for the ...
Chain fell off	10/18/2008
Q: When a friend of ours moved his Ridgeway chain drive grandfather clock the right chain fell out ... A: the ratchet wheel: http://www.clock-keys.com/CART/images/20679.JPG the spokes in the steel part ...
Hamilton wall clock chime problem	10/15/2008
Q: My Hamilton Lancaster County wall clock is twenty years old and serviced once. Last week, after its ... A: you do not say - but I assume this is a spring driven clock, not weight driven. That being the case, ...
Grandfather clock ticks irregular and stops.	10/15/2008
Q: I built a beautiful walnut grandfather case for my mother in 1976 to house a Mark III works with ... A: would like to know who made the mechanism for them and what model it is. Back brass plate of the ...
Emperor Clock 1151-050H	10/14/2008
Q: I recently inherited an emperor clock 1151-050H from my uncle who was a watchmaker who built it from ... A: the back plate of the brass mechanism will have the date or date code of the year it was made. over ...
Howard Miller auto night question	10/13/2008
Q: Just purchased a new Howard Miller 611-120. No sure of the movement's model number but it is a three ... A: I agree with your thinking here - HM most often just sends out a new movement to replace the old ...
Howard Miller auto night question	10/13/2008
Q: Just purchased a new Howard Miller 611-120. No sure of the movement's model number but it is a three ... A: if it is under warrantee get it fixed. The internal gearing is off so it is doing this - should do ...
Disable the chime on a WUBA clock	10/13/2008
Q: I have a Warmink grandmother clock with the following on the clock mechanism itself 451-053 75cm. I ... A: these normally come with a shut off lever attached to the front of the mechanism and accessable ...
Hermle mantle clock 22830-070340 chime problem	10/9/2008
Q: I wind(right winding hole) my clock last night more than the required turns. I heard a click sound ... A: the Hermle numbers you site are not anything I recognize- where are they coming from? The back rear ...
grandfather clock	10/9/2008
Q: We brought it to Kingman Az. now it will not keep running. We have had people 3 of them and they say ... A: how old a clock and what are the markings on the rear brass plate of the movement? run through this ...
musical cuckoo clock	10/9/2008
Q: I have a musical cuckoo clock with the music box portion attached to the roof of the clock's wooden ... A: These are nasty little buggers to work on. First you need to figure what is making the noise. Run ...
Inghram regulator	10/8/2008
Q: The subject clock stops running when I level it on the wall. It only runs when tilted to the left. I ... A: the minute hand is held on by a nut or by atapered pin and washer. the hour hand is just friction ...
Time Train weight not releasing cable?	10/2/2008
Q: I moved a Herschede 9-tubular bell clock across town. I moved it carefully and had removed all ... A: the beat or tick evenness may well be off--the silver dollar sized dial on the pendulum near the top ...
Time Train weight not releasing cable?	10/1/2008
Q: I moved a Herschede 9-tubular bell clock across town. I moved it carefully and had removed all ... A: so the clock ticks for 30 minutes? that means the time train ran for 30 minutes. yes you can ...
Westminster Chime Quartz movement	9/30/2008
Q: I have a Mantle Clock made by The London Clock Company and need a replacement chime, I need a chime ... A: Have your repair person give you your money back or have him get the proper movement now that you ...
Verichron wind-up 8-day wall clock	9/25/2008
Q: We received a Verichron Westminster Chime clock as a wedding gift in 1980. When we moved from Fla. ... A: make sure it just isn't lodged inside the case somewhere.Happens. any clock repair facility a 4mm ...
broken chain wheel	9/23/2008
Q: I have a broken chain wheel (an emperor wall clock) - is this an expensive repair? Is it something ... A: will put part in mail You need to remove the hands (round nut holds the minute hand on and the hour ...
broken chain wheel	9/23/2008
Q: I have a broken chain wheel (an emperor wall clock) - is this an expensive repair? Is it something ... A: depends on how handy you are - not requiring great skill - some direction though. Emperor bought ...
Chauncey Jerome mantle/wall clock pre1860	9/22/2008
Q: I have had this clock for years. It has worked very well, but I moved it when painting,(it has hung ... A: no I do not sell parts but here, you can pick from 300: ...
Chauncey Jerome mantle/wall clock pre1860	9/22/2008
Q: I have had this clock for years. It has worked very well, but I moved it when painting,(it has hung ... A: unusual place to wear a hand if at all. Keeep the hands you have they belong to the clock? new hands ...
1975 Howard Miller Barwick Model 4887W	9/20/2008
Q: I would greatly appreciate any information that you can provide about this clock including your ... A: modern floor clocks all have the same quality German mechanisms so the quality differences are based ...
kassel grandfather clock problem	9/19/2008
Q: I recently purchased a Kassel grandfather clock at an estate sale, it was running and keeping ... A: did you wind both sides tight? try both directions- not for sure the same way to wind. is the ...
urgus clock works	9/18/2008
Q: "I have a urgus clock works the only id I can find is urgus made in Germany 2 jewels un adjusted 4w ... A: 1) why not repair the original works? 2) Urgos is the correct name 3) 6/36 is the old Urgos part ...
Russian Submarine Clock	9/18/2008
Q: Good Day, I am hoping you can help me out. I recently inherited a Russian Submarine Clock. The ... A: "My question to you is how many turns of the key are needed to fully wind it and which direction ...
tall clock	9/16/2008
Q: We have a Jacques tall clock with 9 tubes and moon dial. There is a number on back of movement that ... A: let's review-- it worked for 3 years after you had it overhauled and then in the middle of the night ...
tall clock	9/15/2008
Q: We have a Jacques tall clock with 9 tubes and moon dial. There is a number on back of movement that ... A: The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
coo-coo clock	9/15/2008
Q: I have my Mom's coo-coo clock. I don't know how to set the chains. It coo-coo's once on half hour ... A: the only function of the chains is to pull the weights up to keep the clock running. If the clock ...
late hour gong	9/14/2008
Q: I have an 31day wall clock that seems to gong ok on the quarter hour except app.3/4 hour the gong ... A: never met a 31 day that did the quarters. You perhaps mean the 1/2 hour and the hour. The minute ...
How to manually release Grandfather clock cable?	9/14/2008
Q: I have a Ridgeway grandfather clock. It have three cables with three weight on it. When I rewired ... A: easiest might be to remove the pendulum from where it hooks onto the leader just under the mechanism ...
hamilton mantle clock time set	9/14/2008
Q: Gee, nice of you to do this. I have my great uncles old presentation hamilton westminster clock he ... A: NO you have the older style floating balance and there is NO adjustment screw! : Little tricky ...
Snapped Mainspring	9/14/2008
Q: I will make my question as brief as possible. The original problem with this Noah Pomeroy 8-day ... A: Bigger, but springs are cheap- labor and expertise to install is more. So take it to the clocksmith ...
hamilton mantle clock time set	9/14/2008
Q: Gee, nice of you to do this. I have my great uncles old presentation hamilton westminster clock he ... A: there is one adjuster only at the 1 o'clock location - the other two hold the balance unit in place ...
Overwinding	9/14/2008
Q: I inherited my grandfather's Montgomery Ward clock (Model CPM 9084). He over-wound it and the ... A: the clock cannot be overwound. your suspension spring might be broken or just the swing of the ...
vidette chimes	9/13/2008
Q: A friend gave us a Vidette wall clock circa 1890 we think. The hourly chime is not consistent. Works ... A: the on and off ittues is a bigger problem but to set the hour right initially:move the hour hand ...
Daneker Clock	9/13/2008
Q: We have a beautiful Daneker grandfathers clock that now chimes two extra chimes each hour. How can ... A: clock chimes the quartes and strikes the hour. two extra strikes each hour:move the hour hand ...
hamilton mantle clock time set	9/13/2008
Q: Gee, nice of you to do this. I have my great uncles old presentation hamilton westminster clock he ... A: not a cheapo but the best German movement you can buy. do NOT touch those two screws- they hold the ...
Tiffany & Co. Grandfather Clock	9/11/2008
Q: Can you please tell me where to look for information of Tiffany & Company Grandfather clocks. My ... A: Tiffany never mad anything - they are a store in New York and elsewhere. They had items made for ...
ST A401-000 Movement Parts	9/11/2008
Q: Saunders, I recently purchased a Seth Thomas Woodbury mantel clock. The numbers 6708 are on the back ... A: August 1967 Hermle movement # 351-020 with a 15mm long pendulum (suspension post to regulating nut) ...
sonic cleaning solution	9/11/2008
Q: I have a heated sonic cleaning tank that I would like to use to clean mechanical clocks with but I ... A: water based : http://www.timesavers.com/catalogmain2.asp?ProductID=17863%2C17864&submit1=Search I ...
Tempus Fugile Pendulum Clock	9/10/2008
Q: What is the right way to set and wind up this type of clock. It has two places on the front to use a ... A: "Tempus Fugit" is a Latin motto put on some clock dials for fun. It means "time flies" and is not ...
Slipping minute hand on skeleton clock	9/10/2008
Q: I have just acquired a reproduction (believe C20) of a C18 French Great Wheel skeleton clock. I have ... A: the "hand clutch" system used is loose. The clutching system that allows the gearing to turn the ...
Chime Chain will not Pull on Ridgeway	9/8/2008
Q: I recently purchased a Ridgeway grandfather clock and in setting it up, I noticed that the chime ... A: you are doing fine here- put some oil between the large diameter brass gear on the left and the rim ...
Clock Movement	9/7/2008
Q: I have a Barwick triple mantle clock from the early 70's. The clock was my uncles and he did some ... A: Hermle made the mechanism for Howard Miller and the Hermle # is 1050-020. here is one on Ebay for ...
hermle floor clock mechanism	9/6/2008
Q: I hear Hermle makes "some high quality" mechanisms. Implies to me that some are not. How do I ... A: Your repair person is referring to times past, a factor you did not mention in your original ...
continuous rope cord fusing	9/6/2008
Q: I have a signed 30 hour, one handed,10" dial, birdcage movement grandfather circa 1710 with a ... A: I have read that braided synthetic rope can be taped over 6" end sections and then cut on a ...
hermle parts	9/5/2008
Q: I need the Hammer assembly for hermle 451-050 94cm. The brass triggers are worn because when the ... A: most any clock repair shop will have a lot of "pulled" dead movements they would love to part with ...
Which movement	9/4/2008
Q: I am going to build a Grandfather clock. As money is always an issue I am wieghing up my options of ... A: They are all the same quality, buy what you like and can obtain. Hermle is a bigger company and they ...
Emperor clocks	9/1/2008
Q: My husband built both a grandmother and a grandfather clock from the Emporer Clock company. Last ... A: the weights are not an issue. if there is no shut off with levers in slots in the dial face then ...
howard miller clock stopped	8/31/2008
Q: last couple years, have carefully lifted the weights while winding all three. the pendulum has been ... A: you just threw the beat off - that's all -- run through this: -The pendulum assembly begins at the ...
clock doesn't chime on the hour	8/28/2008
Q: I have an Ethan Allen grandmothers clock that chimes at about 17 minutes past the time that it ... A: the minute hand is two pieces - the hand and the center collet with the square hole in it. holding ...
General clock	8/28/2008
Q: Recently acquired a grandfather clock. It hasn't been running. Key is missing, so one question is ... A: a few minor corrections; Franz Hermle made in 1985 part #1151-050H and being a chain driven clock ...
grandmother clock not working correctly	8/26/2008
Q: I have a Selva grandmother clock about 15 years old. When moving the weights up one day the center ... A: <<<Should it come straight down and be equal distance from the back plate of the clock?>>> NO, not ...
grandmother clock not working correctly	8/26/2008
Q: I have a Selva grandmother clock about 15 years old. When moving the weights up one day the center ... A: center weight is the time and the right the quarter chime and the left the hour strike. run through ...
Waterbury pendulum mantel clock	8/26/2008
Q: We recently received from family a Waterbury pendulum mantel clock. It runs fast all the time, ... A: if by saying the bob is at the bottom, you mean there are no more threads to adjust it before it ...
pendulum fell off	8/25/2008
Q: The pendulum fell of my mother-in-law's floor clock. It is marked Ridgeway Div / Gravely Furn Co. ... A: very popular part to break ---called a suspension spring - any clocks shop can sell you a ...
Ansonia Regulator Clock	8/25/2008
Q: Probably a simple question. I have a "schoolhouse" Ansonia Regulator clock with 14" pendulum ... A: this clock would be better with : ...
Grandfather clock-Black Forest Clock 1161-850A	8/25/2008
Q: I have a clock like this. The chimes don't work. Where can I get information on my clock, or maybe, ... A: a cable driven clock- the cables can be crossed up on the barrels the weights can be in the wrong ...
Seth Thomas Mantel Clock 89AL	8/24/2008
Q: I would like to know the proper way to set a mantel clocks gong. In the past I have quickly rotated ... A: with the count wheel strike of the 89al quickly rotating the hands is one good method and does no ...
Out of synch	8/24/2008
Q: A couple of months ago, I was winding our Ridgeway grandfather clock. As I wound the minute hand ... A: remove the round nut holding the minute hand on the hand shaft. the minute hand is two pieces - the ...
E. Ingraham Co.	8/24/2008
Q: We have purchased a Black Mantle Clock. Along the bottom of the face it says "Manufactured by the ... A: about 1900- the front of the mechanism generally has the year and month stamped into the front ...
Howard Miller #4875	8/23/2008
Q: My grandfather clock is about 30 years old. The hour chime is not working correctly. It only chimes ... A: you can not set it that way. it is malfunctioning. the rack is not dropping to give the proper hour ...
Ethan Allen Grandfather clock	8/23/2008
Q: we have a Ethan Allen grandfather clock the parts are tempus fugit we need the wooden part of the ... A: looks like you have all the parts. If you want a new wood stick - then: ...
installation of suspension spring	8/23/2008
Q: We have a Wuersch movement that we are installing a new suspension spring for the pendulum. We are ... A: check out figure #2 in the PDF here : ...
Need Parts	8/22/2008
Q: I came across what appears to be a Hermle & FHS clock; here is the information from the lower right ... A: probably another two digit number or lone letter code that would be the year of manufacture. ...
Ethan Allen Grandfather clock	8/22/2008
Q: we have a Ethan Allen grandfather clock the parts are tempus fugit we need the wooden part of the ... A: suspension spring and pendulum stick? The numbers are Ethan Allens' and mean nothing to anyone else ...
Cuckoo Clock	8/21/2008
Q: I have a small one weight cuckoo clock that uses one lift for both bellows. How do you run the wire ... A: ok here goes: the horizontal wire lifts the top of the right hand bellows by catching somehow (not ...
Cuckoo Clock	8/21/2008
Q: I have a small one weight cuckoo clock that uses one lift for both bellows. How do you run the wire ... A: in the photo --there is a "Z" shaped wire hanging from the right hand bellows top. That wire should ...
Barrel Mainspring	8/21/2008
Q: Without paying a fortune for a mainspring winder what is the best way of winding an uncoiled ... A: after 36 years in the biz - I still do not have a winder. Put the spring in by hand - start with the ...
wall striker clock pendulum wont run	8/20/2008
Q: i have just inherited a black forest wall striker clock with 2 weights and a pendulum that wont run. ... A: if it in fact does "tick-tock" when the pendulum is set swinging then perhaps the swing is not even ...
Weights on Piper Grandfather Clock	8/19/2008
Q: I have piper grandfather clock. Now that I needed to have clock moved. We took weights and I am not ... A: probably the center and left are the same. if not, the heaviest of the remaining two goes in the ...
Howard Miller Floor Clock Model 610-332	8/19/2008
Q: I received this clock, it is not working and I do not have a key. I have searched the internet for ... A: you can ask HM at: http://www.howardmiller.com the key is a standard 4mm crank key for the winding ...
convert Jauch movement to Hermle?	8/16/2008
Q: Just bought a beautiful Seth Thomas grandfather on e-bay. Paid $300 for it, so I think I got a good ... A: n 36 years in this biz I have never found a dimes worth of difference in the quality of any modern ...
pendulum bent	8/14/2008
Q: Movers bent pendulum top and bottom. Straighten as best as possible. What problems will this ... A: Yes - if the rods touch while being struck they will sound tinny and the hammer heads need to be ...
Smiths English Chiming clock	8/13/2008
Q: it works fine except the chimes are an hour out. At midnight it only chimes 11 times. How do I get ... A: you did not follow my instructions. You need to be moving the SHORT HAND- the HOUR HAND back one ...
Kienenger movement problem	8/12/2008
Q: I have a 22 year old Oxford Regulator I built from a kit. The past several years, if I wind the ... A: set the beat after pulling up the weights by getting the pendulum swinging as wide as possible just ...
Seth Thomas Mantle Clock stops intermittently	8/10/2008
Q: I have an old Seth Thomas Mantle Clock that has been in my family for many years. It is an 8-day ... A: could be as simple as being out of balance- try 1/4" of something under one end or the other till it ...
trend mantel clock	8/8/2008
Q: Chime Trend Mantel clock purchased 1979 for $300. Have unfortunately run into some not too good ... A: You aren't going to want to hear this. I would say that 80% of the time based on 36 years in the ...
Zaandam wall clock by Wuba	8/7/2008
Q: I bought this clock in a junk shop. It had no weights and no pendulum. I found and bought the pear ... A: I just wondered why all the illustrations I've seen showed the weights hanging on the leftmost and ...
Zaandam wall clock by Wuba	8/6/2008
Q: I bought this clock in a junk shop. It had no weights and no pendulum. I found and bought the pear ... A: hanging the weight on the wrong end of the chain sends it crashing to the floor! I don't see your ...
Zaandam wall clock by Wuba	8/6/2008
Q: I bought this clock in a junk shop. It had no weights and no pendulum. I found and bought the pear ... A: pendulum either has a wire loop and hanger like the cuckoo or a set up like the Hermle with a ...
Urgos 66032 movement/Ridgeway grandfather clock	8/2/2008
Q: I'm into clock repair as a hobby, but have gotten into my grandfather over my head. I've pulled ... A: not sure what you mean by "the center weight drops into the bottom of the case" Free fall? The ...
mauthe tall clock	8/1/2008
Q: Sir: I have a mauthe tall clock which used to chime @ the quarter hour but now does not chime at ... A: the heaviest weight is needed on the right side to run the chimes --be sure it is hung on that side. ...
Hermle 451-50	7/31/2008
Q: I am having a problem with this 451-50 movement. It will tick for a few minutes then stop. I have ... A: run through this: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring ...
identifying a possible trademark	7/31/2008
Q: We recently inherited an antique wall clock that has NO marks whatsoever on it except for an 8104 ... A: a reply from my friends on the Net: "Except for the double circle (and my observation was the stamp ...
Grandfather clock repair	7/30/2008
Q: We have an early 1900's weight driven grandfather clock, and recently had it serviced. It ran fine ... A: "I feel that perhaps we are being taken advantage of." You are dealing with incompetent clock ...
winding key for New England clock	7/30/2008
Q: I just returned from visiting my brother-in-law. He has a desk pendulum New England clock but ... A: 4mm size key - any clock shop or Ebay: ...
400 day Kundo Anniversary clock / main spring	7/25/2008
Q: This is my second question posed here about this clock, which I originally inherited in a state of ... A: you said "When the pendulum is manually put into rotation, the clock actually runs, the hands ...
Hour/quarter time	7/25/2008
Q: While trying to wind the time (by pulling the brass anchor); I accidently pulled the other two ... A: if this is a 3 weight grandfather clock, you need to pull up all three weights, so you did nothing ...
400 day Kundo Anniversary clock / main spring	7/25/2008
Q: This is my second question posed here about this clock, which I originally inherited in a state of ... A: something else is causing the clock mechanism to not perpetuate its' motion. this is the more ...
Manufacturer of clock needed	7/23/2008
Q: I am trying to figure out the manufacturer and the approx. year of this clock. My aunt owns it and ... A: the mechanism behind the dial may be marked with the name of the maker. Or the mechanism may be ...
linden 8 day mantle clock	7/23/2008
Q: My clock is kinda going out of sync with the chimes as the chimes are not playing the correct chimes ... A: I am afraid your clock guy is correct-it does need cleaning, etc. 185 and 200 is not too bad but the ...
Timekeeping	7/22/2008
Q: Thx for answering my previous question. I have another. I have two mantel clocks (Sessions & ... A: common to all spring driven clocks- this is why weight driven clocks keep better time- and the ...
Trend Table Clock	7/22/2008
Q: I have a Trend Table clock that belonged to my parents who have passed. It is in wood with 4 ... A: Sligh Furniture co bought Trend and made the cases with German inported movements probably from the ...
Tempus Fugit Grandfatherclock	7/21/2008
Q: Our Grandfather clock has the three weights for winding and have noticed the middle one goes down ... A: presume the weights hang on chains? - to wind, pull down on the free end of the chain so the weight ...
Waltham 31 Day Chime	7/20/2008
Q: I have no instructions for how to wind and set this clock. Can you help me? ANSWER: wind both sides ... A: the pendulum is needed to have the clock keep proper time and the nut at the bottom allows ...
Hermle 1050-020 movement "stalls" at 25 past the hour	7/19/2008
Q: I inherited a 35 year old Miller mantle clock with a Hermle movement. It sat unwound at my parents' ... A: if 35 years old it has to have some bushings installed in the past to repair worn pivot holes- they ...
clock strike	7/15/2008
Q: I have a 20 year old Ansonia, Triple chime - Mantel Clock. My question is: I cannot get the Hands to ... A: your original spacing confused me - but it seems it is just doing the chimes at 5 minutes too soon ...
cable tangled on drum	7/15/2008
Q: I have a GF clock from the Black Forest. Just recently, the center weight cable got tangled while ... A: book selection ...
clock strike	7/15/2008
Q: I have a 20 year old Ansonia, Triple chime - Mantel Clock. My question is: I cannot get the Hands to ... A: move the minute hand thuough 12 till it trips and does the 1/4 hour then move it back to 10 minutes ...
Antique James Farnham Grandfather Clock	7/10/2008
Q: Ken, I appreciate your response so far on my grandfather clock rope issue and sorry I had to start ... A: do not quite understand the confusion here-- the two rope sprockets are ratcheted so they only move ...
Grandfather Clock Chimes	7/9/2008
Q: my clock is now chiming. There is still a problem however....the weight on the left does not go ... A: Mechanical stiking clocks do NOT have volume adjustment. Due to wear and need of overhaul they can ...
Grandfather Clock Chimes	7/9/2008
Q: my clock is now chiming. There is still a problem however....the weight on the left does not go ... A: hour strike is not working after the full 16 notes of the Westminster plays on the hour. Try pulling ...
antique English grandfather clock	7/8/2008
Q: I asked another expert who responded by email to ask for more pictures which I sent but now have not ... A: since the rope you are using is modern braided rope (which can be spliced- but with modern methods) ...
Seth Thomas Clock - incorrect chiming	7/8/2008
Q: I just purchased a used Seth Thomas with an A401-003 8110 2 jewel movement. It doesn't chime ... A: photo atttached - the "lift arm" is a "V" shaped one piece assembly on the front of the movement. ...
antique English grandfather clock	7/7/2008
Q: I asked another expert who responded by email to ask for more pictures which I sent but now have not ... A: You say :the front/left sprocket drives the time which currently runs bakcwards and the right ...
antique English grandfather clock	7/6/2008
Q: I asked another expert who responded by email to ask for more pictures which I sent but now have not ... A: sure.here is the link for my drawing on how to set up the clock: ...
Cuckoo clock	7/6/2008
Q: Four years ago, I bought a Schneider cuckoo clock. It strikes and chimes at the same time. Can ... A: the beginning of the cuckoo strike trips and "holds" the music box and when the last cuckoo strike ...
Ingraham clock	7/5/2008
Q: I have an eight day clock with "MADE BY THE E.INGRAHAM CO.,BRISTOL,CONN.,U.S.A." printed along the ... A: might have just had a different paper label put on to promote sale in the southern USA? might have ...
Hermle Main Barrel Spring Replacement	7/5/2008
Q: A couple of years ago I replaced barrel spring (which had been broken by overwinding) in a Hermle ... A: you are not dreaming - they are replaceable without total dissasembly. They do not break BTW due to ...
Ingraham clock	7/4/2008
Q: I have an eight day clock with "MADE BY THE E.INGRAHAM CO.,BRISTOL,CONN.,U.S.A." printed along the ... A: so marked 1885-1958 by the company. the broken part is called the suspension feather- cheap, need ...
Ethan Allen Grandfather Clock	7/2/2008
Q: About a year ago, my husband and son moved my grandfather clock. They carried it incorrectly ... A: if they removed the three weights and the pendulum before moving it horizontally -- not ruined. ...
chime rod loose (revere electric mantle)	7/1/2008
Q: there are four rods and one is loose-it seems to have a point at one end but it wont stay in the ... A: Revere is old enough so this job can be a real challenge. The rod is broken off. Remove the bolts ...
Junghans pendulum clock striking oddly	5/26/2008
Q: I searched the AllExperts forum, but didn't find a solution to the curious problem I have. The ... A: I took a closer look at the gears, and noticed that if I manually lift the lever near the face ...
Junghans pendulum clock striking oddly	5/26/2008
Q: I searched the AllExperts forum, but didn't find a solution to the curious problem I have. The ... A: the striking is due to an internal gearing problem requiring a pro to adjust- I can't explain it so ...
Clock only runs for a few hours	5/23/2008
Q: I have a Howard Miller 613-153 wind-up wall clock with pendulum. Over a year ago, I noticed that it ... A: If it runs for a few hours- it is not a balance issue. Take it to a repair facility for an estimate ...
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: the rack on the front to the movement is not engaging the snail properly - perhaps it is bent or the ...
WUBA 340-020 (73)	5/20/2008
Q: I HAVE A LITTLE OLD LADIES WUBA 340-020 (73) MOVEMENT WHICH APPEARS TO BE A FAIRLY COMMON MOVEMENT ... A: loosen the set screw. move the minute hand till you find the quarter that only rotates enough to do ...
Ansonia incorrect chiming	5/17/2008
Q: I have an Ansonia mantle clock I believe from the 1970's. Recently, I moved it from my father's ... A: well, ok - the date of the clock is not needed to advise you further. My experience has been that ...
Instruction manual	5/9/2008
Q: How or where do I find a copy of my grandfather clock instruction manual, it is a D Hermle Black ... A: a Hermle with a "D" on it was made in 1991 451-050h with a 94 cm length pendulum is aparently what ...
1/4 hour chimes	5/3/2008
Q: Movement is Hermle 1983, 1161-053H. !/4 Hr. chimes stop in middle of cycle and will complete cycle ... A: make sure the heaviest weight is on the right and next in the middle. might need a tiny drop of ...
tempus fugit mantel clock	5/3/2008
Q: Had clock repaired some time ago and it worked for a while then stopped . Tried to get it going by ... A: moving the pendulum disk or bob up speeds the clock up but will not help if it will not run- ...
winding Seth thomas	5/3/2008
Q: i have a set thomas clock, I got at a flea market. I need to know how to wind it. I do have the key ... A: put the key in the holes and engage the square winding shaft and turn the key the direction the ...
Hermle 451-053	5/2/2008
Q: I have a grandfather clock given to me after my father died. I can start the pendulum and hear a ... A: shut off switch exists on the right side by the number 3 on the dial. the heaviest of the three ...
Slow running clock	5/2/2008
Q: I have a Howard Miller mantel clock, and it runs about 5-10 min. slow all the time. A: if it has a swinging pendulum- up with the weighted bob by tightening the nut under it speeds it up. ...
grandfather clock	4/30/2008
Q: I let my grandfather clock run down.. now the chimes are wrong. when the hands are on a half hour, ... A: Unless the minute hand was removed - a one year old clock that was working properly has to be ...
Movement sounds	4/29/2008
Q: I am a woodworker, and am considering installing Hermle or Kieninger movements into my mantle ... A: that is kinda like wanting to buy violin strings based on how they sound on a violin- depends ...
waterbury gingerbread clock	4/28/2008
Q: How can I set the chime and where could I find the calendar hand ? Thank you for your efforts ! A: hands: http://www.timesavers.com/catalogmain2.asp?ProductID=13013%2C13014%2C20789&submit1=Search ...
Daneker Floor Clock	4/28/2008
Q: I have a Daneker Floor Clock - Million-Rutherford Company Style J66. I do not have any instructions ... A: changing to a battery movement would not have it chime and would destroy the value of the clock ...
1700 clock of belfry in Argao	4/28/2008
Q: I am alex k. gonzales of Argao, Cebu Philippines. Our town of Argao will be celebrating its 400 ... A: many US companies made many different tower clock mechanisms- not to mention those made by other ...
Ridgeway Curio Clock	4/27/2008
Q: Not sure if this is a real curio. on the website it shows free standing clocks. This one definatly ... A: wind it till it stops clicking. insufficient winding would slow it down or stop the chiming not ...
Urgos	4/24/2008
Q: Have Urgos grandmother movement (looks like a 32319 from the face side but I haven't removed it to ... A: <<<looks like a 32319 from the face side but I haven't removed it to specifically ID.>>> A mirror ...
Ridgeway Grandfather Clock	4/24/2008
Q: I have a ridgeway grandfather clock and the middle weight won't come down on it.Also it won't keep ... A: If indeed you had it cleaned 6 months ago it will still be under warrantee and that is where I would ...
new clock	4/24/2008
Q: I bought a Waltham (Tempus Fugit) 31 day chime. I got this jewel at an antique shop.. The weight's ... A: can not be fixed as it was never made to chime on the quarter hour- it was made to strike on the ...
operation of a Welch kitchen clock	4/22/2008
Q: I have what I believe is a Welch gingerbread kitchen clock and need to know how to set it up to ... A: the shot glass was for some kerosene and the feather to brush some on the mechanism. The glass was ...
Phinney Walker alarm clock	4/22/2008
Q: My mother left me a Phinney Walker alarm clock. It doesn't run and it is wound all the way. We tried ... A: rock it violently back and forth clockwise and counterclockwise and if you hear no ticking ...
Hermle 451-053	4/21/2008
Q: I have a grandfather clock given to me after my father died. I can start the pendulum and hear a ... A: try this and let me know:The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension ...
Ingraham "Cayenne" mantel clock	4/21/2008
Q: My mother recently gave me a Ingraham clock that my great grandparents gave my grandparents as a ... A: looks like this?: ...
Howard Miller , Barwick Grandfather Clock	4/20/2008
Q: I recently purchased a Howard Miller - Barwick Grandfather Clock Model #4875W "The Prince", at an ... A: Barwick clocks were a less expensive line of GF clocks made by Howard Miller I think in the ...
Seth Thomas Clock Chiming changed	4/20/2008
Q: My Seth Thomas used to chime on the hour and as many chimes as the hour. Now it has started (I think ... A: move the minute hand clockwise to 5 minutes after the hour WHILE it is striking the hour at half ...
Grandfather Clock	4/20/2008
Q: I have a Howard Miller Grandfather clock that appears to have been wound too tight? The middle ... A: NOT wound too tight. The other weights don't drop either actually. The center runs the clock the ...
emperor clock workings	4/20/2008
Q: I purchased an emperor grandfather kit at a garage sale today and i cannot find the info i need on ... A: The works apparently are ones made by the Jauch company and are the 110cm pendulum length version. ...
Setting the chime on my Westminster tempus fugit clock	4/18/2008
Q: We inherited this clock with no instructions. The movement says tochigi tokei co ltd. Looking left ... A: I do not repair these - but here is what you do put on SET put on ON move the hands to the next ...
Welby Mantel Clock	4/18/2008
Q: I wound the clock in the three spots located on the face, opened the back and lifted the quieter off ... A: an old clock- may need service -- if there is no on-silent switch by the #3 on the dial- go in the ...
barwick grandfather stopped	4/18/2008
Q: i was once told not to fuss with the clock until it needs service. I need some instruction in doing ... A: after 35 years the mechanism is most probably worn and oiling will not get it going again - My ...
Seth Thomas 8 Day Clock	4/16/2008
Q: Our mantel clock chime is off on the number of chimes for the hour. At eight o.clock it chimes two ... A: quarters are the "chime" hour is the "strike" your strike is off--- move the hour hand (short ...
hermle mechanical clock movement	4/13/2008
Q: I have a 1171-850 mechanical movement with 3 weights. There is also a second hand for the clock ... A: first thing th check is where the weights are---heaviest goes on the right as you face the clock(may ...
adjusting a franz hermle movement	4/12/2008
Q: I have a mantle clock with a franz hemle movement. It is numbered 340- 020A and is listed as a 2 ... A: Little tricky but..here is photo (below)of the regulating unit on the top rear of your clock ...
Grandfather clock	4/10/2008
Q: I have a 35 year old Emperor grandfather clock that I recently brought in for repair. When I got it ... A: The Jauch is similar except the shutoff lever drops between the plates of the clock and stops on a ...
Grandfather clock	4/10/2008
Q: I have a 35 year old Emperor grandfather clock that I recently brought in for repair. When I got it ... A: check the back of the movement for the markings as to who made the mechanism itself--probably ...
howard miller triple chime	4/8/2008
Q: I received a 1977 clock but it only chimes on the hour. I have moved the slide but wonder if there ... A: OK - it is stuck on 4/4 silent the carriage should slide left and right like the carrage on an old ...
howard miller triple chime	4/8/2008
Q: I received a 1977 clock but it only chimes on the hour. I have moved the slide but wonder if there ... A: the shift lever by the number "3" is it marked "chime-Silent" or what? Also a number: ...
clock movement	4/7/2008
Q: I purchased a new hermle movement Westminster chimes every 15 min, the chimes are out of sync with ... A: the minute hand is two pieces - the hand and the center collet with the square hole in it. holding ...
howard miller triple chime	4/7/2008
Q: I received a 1977 clock but it only chimes on the hour. I have moved the slide but wonder if there ... A: It might have a lever inside the back of the case directly locking or holding back the hammers on ...
ridgeway	4/6/2008
Q: I have this granddaughter clock made by ridgeway,and on the back it has the warranty card from ... A: I guess I was mislead by your description of the clock as being a Granddaughter clock. I have always ...
ridgeway	4/5/2008
Q: I have this granddaughter clock made by ridgeway,and on the back it has the warranty card from ... A: What did you pay Goodwill for it? Probably your answer. These all loose value- and most of these ...
erratic hour chimes - Keininger	4/4/2008
Q: I have put back into service a 1975 kit- 3 weight-Westminster grandfather clock with Keininger ... A: the minute hand is two pieces - the hand and the center collet with the square hole in it. holding ...
non chiming hermle weight driven g'father	4/3/2008
Q: I have a weight driven hermle grandfather clock bought in 1965,it chimes on the hour and sometimes ... A: movement needs professional overhaul or better still a new Hermle movement just like the one in ...
Reinserting A One Day Musical Cuckoo Clock Chain	4/2/2008
Q: I sure hope you can help. I have a great little One Day Musical Cuckoo with a Thorens music box ... A: if the music man comes out by swinging down from above the doorway top-- then it looks like the ...
erratic hour chimes - Keininger	4/2/2008
Q: I have put back into service a 1975 kit- 3 weight-Westminster grandfather clock with Keininger ... A: most in last 50 years do not use a spring on the rack tail. Sounds like not enough lift of the rack ...
length of a pendulum in a grandfather clock	3/31/2008
Q: What is it? A: depends upon the mechanism it goes with --about 5 or 6 standard lengths. need the info off the back ...
Howard Miller Malone Mantle C. 613-422	3/30/2008
Q: I'm thinking of bidding on the same "Howard Miller Malone" clock (#613-422 that is listed on e-bay. ... A: nice clock- gotta be original, never heard of somebody making a fake Howard Miller- too much ...
Mason and Sullivan	3/27/2008
Q: I recently aquired a Mason and Sullivan grandmother clock with movement #351-020/75cm. It does not ... A: probably not the spring - probably the beat or levelness of the movement. Run thru this check list I ...
Colonial Manufacturing Grandfather Clock	3/25/2008
Q: Looking for door key. Movement Number 44 and Case number 1642. Recently acquired via auction. Is ... A: The manufacturer of the movement for Colonial will have info stamped on the rear brass plate of the ...
CLOCK CHIMES OFF	3/25/2008
Q: This is a very strange thing. It is an ansonia cast iron mantle clock with the lion heads on the ... A: the count wheel strike actuating wires need adjustment to shut off more positively. photo here: ...
Charles Jacques Chimes Out of Sync	3/23/2008
Q: The chimes sound so good now. However, somehow the clock is striking the hour at the same time it ... A: It was not I that answered your previous question - so If you can find who did it would be easier ...
Ridgeway Clock	3/23/2008
Q: I recently inherited a Ridgeway clock. The information I have says Dial - QE, Model - 176, Movement ... A: info stamped on the back brass plate of the mechanism may tell the year it was made. advise what you ...
westminister linden wall clock	3/19/2008
Q: this is an oak cabinet that is about 14 in high and 1 foot wide. It has westminister etchted on ... A: the left spring winds and powers the hour strike the center keeps the clock ticking the right powers ...
linden westminster wall clock	3/17/2008
Q: ther is a slide set and start button,2 buttons labeled hour and 2 buttons labeled minutes..i cannot ... A: if this is the one and I remember right -- you put the slide on "set" set the clock hands for the ...
Franz-Hermle 340-020	3/16/2008
Q: I was given this clock by a friend and find that it is running about 15 mins/day slow. I can not ... A: worth about 4-5 tanks of gas at today's prices I suspect. as to the speed adjustment-: Little ...
Mantle clock questions/info	3/15/2008
Q: I have just received a mantle clock that had belonged to my father. I can see it has a couple of ... A: It should have a letter logo or something else on the (paper) dial?? If not it will have ...
black forest cuckoo	3/14/2008
Q: My clock is a black forest cuckoo with the two feeding birds. The cuckoo is getting stuck in the ... A: " have I pulled the weight too tight?" NO gravity does not change on a weight driven clock - up ...
Ridgeway Grandmother Clock	3/14/2008
Q: We recently inherited a Ridgeway Grandmother Clock from my deceased father-in-law. It keeps perfect ... A: probably you pushed the rear L shaped foot too far one way or the other - keep trying - no more ...
daneker clock	3/13/2008
Q: my parents have "The York County" clock, made by Daneker of Fallston Maryland. It will no longer ... A: most of the time parts are not needed for "repair" so this is not an issue. Cleaning and repair of ...
Looking for info on old clock...	3/9/2008
Q: My mother had a very unique clock that was recently stolen from her ex. :( We have no idea what ... A: sure! the originals were made by Jerome and co in 1880s and are reasonably rare. However most you ...
Ridgeway Grandmother Clock	3/9/2008
Q: We recently inherited a Ridgeway Grandmother Clock from my deceased father-in-law. It keeps perfect ... A: run over this and advise: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension ...
clock runs fast when wound	3/8/2008
Q: You have been very helpful in the past. I hope you can help me again. Everytime I wind the clock ... A: all spring driven clocks run faster when first wound up and slower when at the end of the run--this ...
wall clock oscillating wheel came loose	3/8/2008
Q: I have a windup clock I'm working on and the spring on the oscillating wheel came out of the little ... A: the balance springs are typically held by their ends in the hole by a tapered brass pin wedged in to ...
Tempest Fugit Grandfather Clock	3/8/2008
Q: I have a Tempest Fugit Grandfather clock the is run with weights and pendulum. The clock does not ... A: Tempest Fugit is Latin for "time flies" and was put on the dials of many clocks and has nothing to ...
black forest clock	3/8/2008
Q: We have a black forest cuckoo clock that does not sound the right number of cuckoos on the hour. We ... A: "The hour hand seems loose also" is the key to your problem -- the hand is just a press fit on the ...
Clock Question	3/6/2008
Q: How do you let down a mainspring in a clock and why do you have to use a winding tool before you ... A: If this is the ONE 400 day clock that does NOT have the spring inside a seperate round spring barrel ...
Clock Question	3/5/2008
Q: How do you let down a mainspring in a clock and why do you have to use a winding tool before you ... A: Ok- to wind down - you can use a key and hold the click ratchet pawl out of the way and unwind it a ...
grandmother clock chimes	3/5/2008
Q: We finally got the chains and weights right and the clock is working after years of non use It is a ... A: the rods are not loose - they are either attached or broken off. bent does not change the tone or ...
grandmother clock chimes	3/4/2008
Q: We finally got the chains and weights right and the clock is working after years of non use It is a ... A: heaviest weight on the right as you face clock - next in the middle Move the hour hand (short one) ...
heanvina grandfather clock	3/3/2008
Q: I have a grandfather clock the movement has on the back HWN heanvina 50731 mit garantie DRPa. ... A: Hans Winterhalder founded HAWINA (however this trade mark was not registered until 1925), clock ...
Hanging pendulum	3/3/2008
Q: Mr. Saunders, I think I am missing a part for hanging a pendulum on my grandfather clock that was ... A: you should have a two legged 1 inch long flexible suspension spring hanging from a post off the back ...
Seth Thomas Grandmother Clock	3/1/2008
Q: The middle weight moves correctly, but the outside 2 go down very slowly. When it chimes the ... A: make sure you have the heaviest of the weights on the right side as you face the clock and the next ...
clock continues to run slow	2/29/2008
Q: We purchased a franz hermie 350-020 clock which is attached to a furniture tower. For a while it ... A: <<< Let's say that the clock consistently runs 4 minutes slow. I would then turn the screw ...
grandfather clock only runs for an hour	2/29/2008
Q: ANSWER: how old is the clock and when was it last professionally lubricated? make sure the weights ... A: acts like a bent hand shaft. 55 minutes from whenever you set the time?? is the minute hand always ...
ithaca calander clock company	2/29/2008
Q: I was just wondering if my inherited clock was worth anything? It's inscribed with the info ... A: Yes it is. Look through these 188 photos if you wish and pick yours out and if you wish to ...
grandfather clock	2/26/2008
Q: I have a Ethan Allen GRANDFATHER CLOCK MODEL 3027 that is about 30 years old. My problem is the 2 ... A: Your movement is a UW32/73 Made by Urgos in Germany. Company is now owned by Hermle and they ...
Hermle clock won't make wound sound	2/25/2008
Q: Our circa 1970's Hermle grandfather clock stopped working. I took it apart to see if I could see ... A: unless it has been overhauled- the average 35 year old Hermle should be dead by now. The ticking ...
Cuckoo with jammed gear	2/25/2008
Q: We have an 8-day Black Forest Cuckoo clock that is about 5 years old. My husband was winding it ... A: trust me on this one --lifting the weight got you in trouble here! just pull the chain straight down ...
Replacement clock movement	2/25/2008
Q: I have a Seth Thomas Office #5 eight day clock. There are NO markings on the rear face of the frame. ... A: "I placed the pressure spring back in the groove in the cog. Now I can wind the clock about 6 half ...
Replacement clock movement	2/24/2008
Q: I have a Seth Thomas Office #5 eight day clock. There are NO markings on the rear face of the frame. ... A: do NOT replace the movement!!! You will destroy the value of your clock forever.Get it fixed ...
Cuckoo with jammed gear	2/24/2008
Q: We have an 8-day Black Forest Cuckoo clock that is about 5 years old. My husband was winding it ... A: should be about $20 - I could hold my breath longer than it should take to fix. They must really ...
rewind grandfather clock	2/24/2008
Q: I just received a 1970 model emperor clock, but I do not know how to rewind it. It has a pendulum ... A: pull the opposite end of the chain from the one the weight is hanging on- in any order. Do NOT try ...
franz hermie 350-020 2 jewels clock	2/23/2008
Q: I recently purchased a floor clock. I am trying to figure out the shut off switch. When activated ... A: Would be letter U for 2008 and T for 2007 you first said:"clock stops chiming until 7pm, then ...
franz hermie 350-020 2 jewels clock	2/23/2008
Q: I recently purchased a floor clock. I am trying to figure out the shut off switch. When activated ... A: that movement belongs in a table clock not a big grandfather clock, so I am surprised. "Off" should ...
Clock sticks early	2/23/2008
Q: Hermle 351-30A 43cm. Bought Elgin solid cherry wood clock, missing pendulum, key, hands and nut. ... A: sure-- the center collet of the minute hand is loose. take the nut off- hold collet with a pair of ...
Corroded Chelsea mariners clock	2/21/2008
Q: Our 1988 Chelsea Clock Co. mariner's clock has a corroded face plate that screws onto the brass body ... A: I would not think so. soak the joint (with the clock face down) with a hardware store item like ...
pendulum clock has ceased working	2/21/2008
Q: ! I have a wall pendulum clock made I think by AMS Germany Which has stopped working. Last year I ... A: yes-in place is the only way - hang on wall, level case and then try the beat adjustment. OK loosen ...
pendulum clock has ceased working	2/20/2008
Q: ! I have a wall pendulum clock made I think by AMS Germany Which has stopped working. Last year I ... A: made by Franz Hermle & Sons in 1985 #351-030 is the Hermle movement number and 52cm is the pendulum ...
Howard-Miller stops	2/17/2008
Q: I've bought my HM Cosmopolitan cable driven clock about 1 1/2 ago. They ran great. But recently they ... A: wide swing will sometimes set the beat more evenly and allow it to work. Read through this, it ...
Franz Hermle clock running fast	2/14/2008
Q: Mr Saunders, My father recently passed away and I received a mantle clock with a 83 Franz Hermle ... A: In the back there is a silver wheel that oscillates back and forth. Hold the rim of the wheel still ...
Ethan Allen Mantel Adjust Speed	2/13/2008
Q: I have a mantel clock with a Fanz Hermie 2 jewel movement made in Germany. It seems to be running ... A: hold the rim of the wheel still with your thumb and with the tip of a ballpoint pen, move one of the ...
center shaft	2/12/2008
Q: I have an Urgos UW66027 movement with the center wheel shaft broken at the start of the threaded ... A: the Urgos UW66027 movement I do not show a listing for- that is not the current mfg. number today. ...
ships clock	2/11/2008
Q: I recently acquired a brass SCHATZ ships bell/clock. It took a while for the timing of the correct ... A: <<<<<Having now just reset the minute hand from 1:50, to 2:20 and moving the hour hand ahead 1/2 ...
ships clock	2/11/2008
Q: I recently acquired a brass SCHATZ ships bell/clock. It took a while for the timing of the correct ... A: does the clock have to be upright to be working correctly?? YES 11:00 should have been 6 bells, ...
linden 8 day mantle clock	2/10/2008
Q: I would like to know where do you oil the clock ? Anywhere there is a hole that has a moving part? ... A: yes- front plate and back plate of the mechanism wherever a shaft comes through the brass plate and ...
Hermle Skeleton Clock #791-681	2/9/2008
Q: It appears my escapement gear is worn, can I get a replacement? Or does the gear have to be rebuilt? ... A: Just oil the face of the anchor verge that the tooth hits first on one side and then the face that ...
Hermle Skeleton Clock #791-681	2/8/2008
Q: It appears my escapement gear is worn, can I get a replacement? Or does the gear have to be rebuilt? ... A: would be the first Hermle escape wheel I have ever seen worn in 35 years if it is! more likely out ...
uneven tick of antique long case clock	2/7/2008
Q: can you please tell me how to adjust the uneven swing of the pendulum-I think thats what makes it ... A: if the pendulum is made of a long wire a bit bigger than a coathanger - then bend it in the middle a ...
Colonial grandfathers clock	2/6/2008
Q: I have a upright grandfathers clock by Colonial. Bought new in 1978. The screw down on the bottom ... A: trial and error(although if you look closely there might be marks-dirty vs. clean or scratches etc. ...
ships clock	2/5/2008
Q: I recently acquired a brass SCHATZ ships bell/clock. It took a while for the timing of the correct ... A: <<<It currently "dings" haphazardly with no connection to a particular time of day, it also seems ...
TREND GRANDFATHER CLOCK STUCK WEIGHT	2/4/2008
Q: # 1 WEIGHT HIT LIMIT WHILE PULLING CHAIN. REMOVED WEIGHT FED CHAIN AROUND TRAIN WHEEL, AS TO LOWER ... A: probably messed up the chain - why did you remove it in the first place? what does "hit limit" mean? ...
341-020/35 movement	2/4/2008
Q: I start the pendulum and it ticks for a few seconds then it stops ticking inside then the pendulum ... A: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
Emperor Grandmother Clock	2/3/2008
Q: I recently purchased an Emperor Grandmother Clock. It does not work, so my local clock doctor said ... A: probably has an Urgos German mechanism made now by Hermle Wholesale cost about $160 Westminster ...
Unusual striking mechanism	2/3/2008
Q: I have just got a bracket clock with a striking mechanism that I have never seen before. The rack ... A: sign up and post it here including the photos for more comments: ...
Unusual striking mechanism	2/2/2008
Q: I have just got a bracket clock with a striking mechanism that I have never seen before. The rack ... A: American for sure--If you have a faster internet connection than mine you can wade thru these 1600 ...
Junghans Tambour Mantle Clock	1/31/2008
Q: I recently bought a Junghans tambour with Westminster chime. I am told it's from the turn of the ... A: I would suggest you return it to the clock shop and have them (1)adjust the depthing on the ...
Repair clock	1/31/2008
Q: I got this model GF clock(Hermle 451-053 HS Grand Father clock), it chimes hour,quarter half, three ... A: needs a pro-- the chime release lever on the front of the mechanism needs adjusting to provide more ...
linden 8 day mantle clock	1/29/2008
Q: Your question was Hello Sir: I would like to know which hole winds the clock and which hole winds ... A: all three winders only once a week. 8 days for everything. If it doesn't then it is not working ...
linden 8 day mantle clock	1/27/2008
Q: Your question was Hello Sir: I would like to know which hole winds the clock and which hole winds ... A: as you face the clock : left is the hour strike --right is the quarter chime and center is the time ...
urgos UW3015B	1/27/2008
Q: emprorer clock built by myself aprox 25 years ago and oiled with clock oil several times. the clock ... A: 03124 is the current number since Hermle bought out Urgos and continued making these movements. ...
The INgraham Co. Canto Mantel Clock	1/27/2008
Q: We have a mantel clock made by The Ingraham Company and inside the back door it says Canto. It does ... A: on the paper label they were: "E. Ingraham & Co." 1861-1880 "The E. Ingraham & Co." 1880-1884 "The ...
Seth Thomas A403-001 main spring	1/26/2008
Q: My mantle clock has three wind up springs. The center one which is for time runs for a day or so and ... A: Still do not know "Davis" and the number should be the Hermle complete number of : 351-030 not 03 ...
Seth Thomas A403-001 main spring	1/25/2008
Q: My mantle clock has three wind up springs. The center one which is for time runs for a day or so and ... A: never heard of a Davis anything and 351-03 means nothing either. Neeed the numbers off the back of ...
Seth Thomas A403-001 main spring	1/24/2008
Q: My mantle clock has three wind up springs. The center one which is for time runs for a day or so and ... A: Your movement is a German Hermle # 350-060 Here is the spring and barrel you need: ...
Hermle 350-020	1/21/2008
Q: We own a floor clock with a Hermle 350-020 movement. Recently we replaced the original 1973 movement ... A: a Hermle 350-020 movement has no weight or pendulum- bit unusual in a floor clock. the 020 has a ...
Howard Miller 150 H	1/21/2008
Q: I have a grandfather clock with 3 wieights. All seems to work when the pendulum stars but after ... A: try this and report back:-The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension ...
Bulova Dorchester Chimes	1/21/2008
Q: My wife and received a Bulova Dorchester Mantle Clock (B1814) for Christmas and we love it. It ... A: the only way to stop the Westminster chime on the quarters is to reversibly alter the mechanism. The ...
W. Haid mantel clock 1050-020	1/20/2008
Q: The main spring seems to be broken or very weak. Are parts still available for this clock movement ... A: the spring is broken if turning the key only tightens tension briefly till it snaps back to no ...
Emperor Clock 400	1/20/2008
Q: I have Emperor Clock movement 301 I need to fine the Chime rods since several were damaged during a ... A: the Emperor clock #s mean nothing to anyone but Emperor. Is this a GF clock or what? and are the ...
Franz Hermle Pendulum Clock Parts	1/20/2008
Q: We have a wall clock with a Franze Hermle 141-070 movement. We recently moved and the packers were ... A: probably out of beat- tick not even- read further. -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a ...
Franz Hermle Pendulum Clock Parts	1/19/2008
Q: We have a wall clock with a Franze Hermle 141-070 movement. We recently moved and the packers were ... A: probably the following: ...
Linden mantel clock	1/19/2008
Q: I have a linden mantel clock with; Silent, Whitt, St Mich, and Westm. The clock works are #81 ... A: springs in clocks cannot be wound too tight --they break if you do--they need to be wound tight ...
self starting clock	1/17/2008
Q: I have an older Spartus self-starting clock which suddenly just pooped out.what does self-starting ... A: it means it is supposed to start running when you plug it in--the real old ones did not- and for a ...
type and date of a ridgeway mantel clock	1/17/2008
Q: hi my name is steve and i recently acquired a ridgeway mantel clock from a friend my question is ... A: move the hour hand (short one) to agree and point at the number on the dial the same as the number ...
The E. Ingraham Co. Model 33-037	1/11/2008
Q: This clock appears to be from the 1950's (copper and brass bucking bronco), and is electric. Not ... A: there are folks who make replacement gears even for these- the material may be more modern but the ...
Hermle 340-020 setup	1/11/2008
Q: I acquired a mantle clock with this movement and the 5 chimes (Westminster). With some fiddling I ... A: "I cannot get the chiming going well" needs very specific details - probably not the gears but the ...
clock repair	1/10/2008
Q: I disassembled and reassembled a german clock movement. When I try to move the minute hand, it is ... A: Can you tell me the make and model of German movement? Not sure what"actually engaged in the main ...
GRANFATHER CLOCK PROBLEM	1/9/2008
Q: I have a Ridgeway g-father clock that hasnt been used in years. it still looks new but when i ... A: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
Ethan Allen Grandfather clock	12/17/2007
Q: Kenneth, We have a 30 year old Ethan Allen Grandfather clock. The clock keeps good time but the ... A: <<<I have a suspicion that one of the family members may have wound the chime chains to tight at one ...
Pearl grandfather clock stratford model	12/16/2007
Q: I own a Stratford model Pearl grandfather clock. I recently removed the weights to temporarily move ... A: Cheaper and better to buy a new movement just like the one in the clock when it finally needs ...
Waltham Korean 31 day chime dual wind up	12/15/2007
Q: My wall clock chimes when the minute hand is at 10 before and 20 after. The sequence is correct, one ... A: unscrew the nut holding the minute hand on.The hand is in two pieces- the center round part that ...
harris & mallow wall clock	12/13/2007
Q: i have a harris and mallow wall clock with west minster chime. the clock keeps good time and chimes ... A: dial is probably held on with double sided tape - long kitchen knife should be able to break it free ...
Hermle 1151-020H	12/10/2007
Q: I have a Pearl Grandfather clock with an 1151-020H movement (chain driven, three chime). I have ... A: it is not a 1151-020H it must be a 1151-050H A -030 has the 8 chime hammers on the right side of ...
1978 made wall clock	12/10/2007
Q: I am tring to reseach a tall wood antq. looking open case pendelum key wind clock. It has ... A: Movement is German - probably Hermle and has a date stamped along with the model # on the back brass ...
Diplomat Grandfather Clock Cleaning	12/8/2007
Q: Ken, How do you remove the faceplate from the clock to access moving parts that can be cleaned and ... A: most GF dials are attached to the front of the movement by 4 posts attached to the back of the dial ...
Howard miller clock	12/8/2007
Q: I have a Howard Miller Model 610-892 the middle chain with weight fell throught the bottom of the ... A: chain fell off because: 1 most often folks think they should lift the weight while pulling the chain ...
Clock Time regulation	12/6/2007
Q: I have a Bentima mantel clock. it has a suspended balance escapement. The clock runs fast, and I`ve ... A: ftp://ftp.webcom.com/pub/z4murray/repair/hermle.doc #5 item inside above file tells how to speed ...
Elgin Anniversary Clock	12/5/2007
Q: I have just obtained the above clock.On its rear is marked "S.Haller Made in Germany One Jewel ... A: <<<<<Above the center movement is a circular plate with an arrow left and right,right being + and ...
Mason & Sullivan Mantle Clock	12/2/2007
Q: I recently purchased a Mason & Sullivan Clock at a consignment store. It is lovely. The ... A: Mason & Sullivan had a factory on Cape Cod Ma where they sold woodworker's supplies - clock plans ...
Servicing of a Hermel clock	12/2/2007
Q: We have an Hermel chime clock, and I need it to be serviced in India. The clock is working fine but ... A: that is a Hermle not Hermel --I am working on the answer and will get back to you in a few ...
loud clock	11/29/2007
Q: I have a Seth Thomas grandfather clock mo.# 4522,this clock is about 20 years old,keeps perfect ... A: no fix I know of for your loud clock- never in 35 years have I heard of such happening actually - ...
set up chimes	11/29/2007
Q: I am sorry I did make myself clear in my previous question, lets start again. The clock I have is a ... A: <<is the spring in this barrel scrap>>>- probably not. Who cleaned the movement? A pro? No ...
grandfather clock pendulum connection	11/25/2007
Q: We have a Hermle 451-050 with 94 cm / 66.0 pendulum. The top of the pendulum leader has a flat ... A: the double hook end of the leader is the upper part and needs to be attached to the suspension ...
grandfather clock pendulum connection	11/24/2007
Q: We have a Hermle 451-050 with 94 cm / 66.0 pendulum. The top of the pendulum leader has a flat ... A: Not sure what you have but the Hermle pendulum top looks like this: ...
Howard/Miller 137 Gong	11/23/2007
Q: I have a Howard Miller 137 gong wall clock. It has two weights, and has been working well until ... A: -The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
Grandmother Clock	11/15/2007
Q: I recently became the owner of a 1973 Barwick grandmother clock with #150 Westminster chimes. I ... A: Check the weights and if one is heavier - it goes on the right side to run the Westminster chimes on ...
E. Ingraham Mantel Clock	11/13/2007
Q: I have an old E. Ingraham clock. It has "Canto" on the inside of the back door. Could you estimate ... A: can be dated sometimes by the EXACT name of the company! E. Ingraham & Co. 1861-80 The E. Ingraham ...
HAID WALL CLOCK	11/11/2007
Q: I HAVE A HAID WALL CLOCK WITH WESTMINSTER CHIMES. IT IS THE OLD REGULATOR STYLE. IT RUNS AND KEEPS ... A: First level the case. The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring ...
Clock repair	11/11/2007
Q: I have a Herman Miller Wall Calendar clock that worked fine until it was winded to tight. Is there ... A: Probably a HOWARD Miller? anyway -- winding tight did not bother it- probably out of beat - check ...
Pearl Grandfather Clock Pendulum	11/9/2007
Q: I was given this clock in pieces and am attempting to reassemble it. The only model I could find is ... A: DO NOT LOOSEN THOSE TWO SCREWS! I said nothing about screws. You will be in deep yogurt if you do! ...
Pearl Grandfather Clock Pendulum	11/9/2007
Q: I was given this clock in pieces and am attempting to reassemble it. The only model I could find is ... A: The back brass plate of the mechanism will have more numbers and info in addition to the 351-050 ...
grandmother clock	11/5/2007
Q: My friend gave me a clock and it needs some repair or a new kit. Im just am not sure what kind it ... A: no kits to repair any of these. the number by itself 77 or 78 is the unit number of the mechanism ...
Linden "Made in West Germany" Wall Clock 1980s or 1990s	11/5/2007
Q: The clock is chain run with heavy weights...Roman numberals on face. Approx 12" x 12" with a rope ... A: need the stamped info on the back of the rear brass plate of the mechanism to be exact help here- ...
transporting grandfather clock to new home	11/4/2007
Q: I am moving to a new home but I have no idea on how to prepare my hentschel clock.I did not unpack ... A: try here for some info: http://www.hentschelclock.com/floorsetup.pdf basically --remove the 3 ...
Urgos movement stopped	11/3/2007
Q: Kenneth, I asked John Newman about my Urgos movement stopping. He was supposed to get back to me, ... A: he said: I think this is what it is. The cause would be that the escapement wheel teeth are ...
Grandfather Clock Weights	10/31/2007
Q: The two weights on the outside have stopped working and only the weight in the middle goes up and ... A: the one on the right as you face the clock powers the 1/4 chimes and the left the hour strike-- and ...
Pearl grandfather clock	10/30/2007
Q: We have a Pearl grandfather clock made in 12/1984. The middle weight is the only one moving, the ... A: depending on the movement they may be the same - but the rule is they go from heavy on the right to ...
Pearl grandfather clock	10/29/2007
Q: We have a Pearl grandfather clock made in 12/1984. The middle weight is the only one moving, the ... A: not sure how you know the month- but anyway-- the heavy weight goes on the right - check -----make ...
Grandfather clock	10/29/2007
Q: I have a Colonial grandfather clock, purchased new in 1981 or 1982. Recently, I was out of town for ... A: rack is gummed up and not dropping fully - clock needs cleaning and or the movement replaced at this ...
Howard Miller Grandmother Floor Clock	10/26/2007
Q: I have a Howard Miller Grandmother Floor Clock which is chain drive with with weights and a plendum. ... A: You are fishing in the wrong place! 3 lowest gears in the clock movement--the left and right ones ...
Howard Miller Grandmother Floor Clock	10/25/2007
Q: I have a Howard Miller Grandmother Floor Clock which is chain drive with with weights and a plendum. ... A: you can't see the whole wheel maybe you see 4 spokes in the track where the chain goes. make the ...
Howard Miller Grandmother Floor Clock	10/25/2007
Q: I have a Howard Miller Grandmother Floor Clock which is chain drive with with weights and a plendum. ... A: bit of a challenge - but if you want to try .... I hope you have two side access doors or panels on ...
speed of chimes	10/22/2007
Q: Our grandfather clock chimes very fast. It strikes the hour too quickly, too, for our liking. Is ... A: DEPENDS ON THE MECHANISM-- the back brass plate of the mechanism will have info to help answer this. ...
Kuempel chime works grandfather clock	10/22/2007
Q: I have Kuempel Chime Clock Works grandfather clock. The design was registered 1956, if that helps. ... A: Kinda technical - but the rack is dropping not enough teeth- most often caused by the rack tail ...
welby/seth thomas	10/21/2007
Q: i recently bought a clock that says welby on the face. and in the back of the clock it says that it ... A: On the back of the clock- you mean the back brass plate of the mechanism? what were the rest of the ...
Gransfather Clock Chain	10/21/2007
Q: After reading your reply to another question regarding chains, I'm guessing we're in trouble. ... A: which chain of the three is off? what are the markings on the back of the brass plate of the ...
Hamilton Gladwyn- balance wheel malfunction	10/21/2007
Q: I have a 70's Hamilton 'Gladwyn' mantel clock with a balance wheel mechanism. Upon returning from ... A: unless someone has got inside it and actually manually mangled it --it is fine! Give the clock a ...
Grandfather's clock	10/19/2007
Q: We recently inherited a Baldwin Grandfathers clock. We would like to move it 200 miles but time ... A: clock will not mind the cold. Any concern is with the furniture end--ie the wood case - probably no ...
Hour strike	10/18/2007
Q: I have an Emperor Self Regulating Escapement, Model 101 High Pallet Bridge, 8 day, weight driven, ... A: Kinda technical - but the rack is dropping not enough teeth- most often caused by the rack tail ...
Clock keeps chiming.	10/17/2007
Q: I am going to refer you to a previous questioner's photo at <http:// ... A: the movements are similar ---the devil is in the details here---anyway the arm #1 has a spring ...
anniversary clock	10/17/2007
Q: We inherited an anniversary clock from my mom, which ran all the time. Since we've had it, it keeps ... A: Older ones are key wound and have a square silver steel shaft on the rear of the brass mechanism to ...
maintenance of my german grandfather clock	10/16/2007
Q: Have inherited a german grandfather clock which has 3 weights and needs 8 days winding. Has choice ... A: I do not reccommend any service for these- replacement movements are readily available from the same ...
wrong number of chimes	10/13/2007
Q: I have a key-wound clock that chimes on the hour. It's fine until it's 3:00 and then it chimes 12 ... A: #3 black arm is the rack tail and it drops on the hour all the way down so the left end of it rests ...
wrong number of chimes	10/12/2007
Q: I have a key-wound clock that chimes on the hour. It's fine until it's 3:00 and then it chimes 12 ... A: Kinda technical - but the rack is dropping too many teeth- most often caused by the rack tail being ...
Cuckoo lock only runs without pendulum, then runs too fast.	10/11/2007
Q: I have a very old German-made cuckoo clock handed down from my grandmother. The clock was boxed and ... A: the pendulum and it's slide adjustable leaf is the speed regulation for the clock --longer and lower ...
wall clock	10/9/2007
Q: A friend of mine gave me a wall pendulum clock. She has had it many years but never liked it for her ... A: probably the hammer is being held back by a lever located in the area of the spiral gong and mounted ...
sessions clock	10/6/2007
Q: i just got this clock it has regulator on the glass then on the back it has regulator D The sessions ... A: 1903-1950 probably a 3.6mm key like this one: http ...
Mauthe Grandfather Clock Pendulum	10/2/2007
Q: I inherited a Mauthe grandfather clock (circa 1950-1955. The shippers packed it and moved it to my ... A: Steve: the small hooks go over the bottom end of the suspension spring that hangs from the round ...
Mantle clock	9/30/2007
Q: I have acquired a Haller movement Westminster/Whittington chiming clock. I understand that the ... A: The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
zaandam clock	9/27/2007
Q: i have a zaandam clock whit fhs 241-080 movement and i whant to know if it's possible to find a new ... A: 32 centemeters is the length of the pendulum on this one --your movement will indicate the XXcm ...
FHS front-wind	9/25/2007
Q: I have a clock made by SOLAR, it is round dia. of 6", movement on inside has stamp FHS at top, Clock ... A: FHS= Franz Hermle & Sons (Hermle) largest producer of movements in the world. made in 1964 not ...
Rods or tubes	9/21/2007
Q: I am currently looking to purchase a new grandfathers clock. The tubular movements (which I would ... A: no benefits. purely a matter of taste. I do not prefer the sound of tubes, personally. The cases for ...
Black Forrest Grandfather Clock Pendulum	9/19/2007
Q: We bought this clock in Germany in 1979 and got essentially no instructions with it. In the old ... A: The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
Cannot move minute hand	9/18/2007
Q: I recently was given a Ridgeway grandfather clock (maybe 30-40 yrs old) which I was able to level ... A: the gearing inside that is the hand clutch is siezed- often oil in the right spot can help but also ...
Welby mantle clock	9/17/2007
Q: I have purchased an old (not sure how old) Welby (Westminster) chime clock in excellent condition ... A: "I guess what I was hoping for was some idea of which books were better for newbies and which had ...
Setting time	9/16/2007
Q: I have a Grandmother clock that I bought built in 1984. I've got the clock to run and it chimes. It ... A: think I answered this - but--- the length of the total should be 37" from the suspension post on the ...
emperor clock 141-070	9/16/2007
Q: I recently received this clock from my grandfather. I has two holes for winding, when I try to wind ... A: The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
sourcing clock parts	9/12/2007
Q: i am an amateur clock repairer/hobbiest and the problem i have is sourcing parts.i am currently ... A: all suppliers are listed here: ftp://ftp.webcom.com/pub/z4murray/main/matclock.mcc not familiar ...
grandfather clock musical notation	9/11/2007
Q: grandfather clock chimes play segments of Board is Spread (a grace). What is the musical ... A: I have never heard a clock playing a chime called that unless it has another name also. Sounds like ...
Cuckoo chimes don't stop	9/11/2007
Q: I have a cuckoo clock that I'm not sure of the age but it has a cuckoo and wood choppers. As the ... A: three weight cuckoos have music play on a music box after the hour strike- no chimes. If the music ...
Ridgeway Grandfather Clock Chime	9/9/2007
Q: My dad bought this grandfather clock from a friend. My question is the chime doesn't work and I've ... A: Well that rules out the old age--only 7 years old-- made in 2000. Hermle made the movement for ...
Ridgeway Grandfather Clock Chime	9/8/2007
Q: My dad bought this grandfather clock from a friend. My question is the chime doesn't work and I've ... A: It might have died of old age- the chimes are the first to go. It would be helpful to have all the ...
Hourly chime	9/6/2007
Q: We have a Westminster chime clock acquired some 35 years ago in Barbados at auction. The 1/4 chimes ... A: "Is this part of the hour chime mechanism and would I be able to put it back in the clock and again ...
Attachment of pendulum	9/2/2007
Q: We just bought a Regulator Verichron wall clock at a garage sale today. The Pendulum is in 2 pieces. ... A: The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
centurion 35 day pendulum clock	9/1/2007
Q: My mother has the above described clock which she has had for at least 30 years. Recently it stopped ... A: Never heard of that one. probably a Korean made movement. The question is does your mom value it? ...
Pendulum	8/31/2007
Q: I have a Waltham/elgin very old grandmother wall clock.It is a 8 day spring. The pendulum came off. ... A: The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
seth thomas westminister chime mantel clockl	8/30/2007
Q: How do i know if my clock chimes ava maria as well as westminister...where would the chime melody ... A: if it has more than 5 chime rods and hammers inside the back it could have Ave Maria as well as ...
I would the 1/4, 1/2, 3/4 while chiming......	8/30/2007
Q: My Ridgeway floor/"grandfather's" clock is off on striking the 1/4, 1/2, 3/4 and hour: the middle ... A: phone the home repair clock service - because you had nothing to do with it- it has a problem ...
Black forest cuckoo clock (Germany)	8/28/2007
Q: My sister has the above clock.I unfourtunatley wound it up to far one day and now it wont work. Can ... A: No worries mate--Good news is that you cannot overwind a cuckoo clock. You pull the weights all the ...
pendulum clock stopped workin	8/27/2007
Q: We inherited a Barwick #15o westminster chime clock. (grandmother) It has been running, but losing ... A: Look in the back and note:The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension ...
Alaron 31 day wall clock	8/24/2007
Q: A friend at work would like to know something about the clock she recently aquired. It is a 31-day ... A: All "31 day" clocks are of far east origin- typically Korean. Got to have been made within the ...
cuckoo clock	8/24/2007
Q: I purchased a Black Forrest Cuckoo clock this summer while in Germany. It is gorgeous and keeps ... A: glue is a no-no! normally no brass in the hour hand and it is just friction fit on a tapered shaft ...
Emperor grandfather with Hermle 1161 movement	8/22/2007
Q: When I built the clock in the early 90s the moon dial never moved. I have asked for info over the ... A: http://www.timesavers.com/catalogmain2.asp?ProductID=15142&submit1=Search part is not in any ...
Emperor grandfather with Hermle 1161 movement	8/21/2007
Q: When I built the clock in the early 90s the moon dial never moved. I have asked for info over the ... A: The three gears drive off the hour hand shaft gear. The gear nearest the "saw blade" teeth of the ...
Installing Pendulum	8/19/2007
Q: We recently inherited a grandfather clock (Emperor Mod 120, with 8-day weight driven mod120M Emperor ... A: think this is a duplicate but anyway---The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged ...
Ridgeway clock	8/18/2007
Q: What does this information mean on the back sticker: Movement E, Finish Prov. It's a model 132, ... A: Info describes clock to Ridgeway - does not help you determine value-- you have actual clock! ...
Westminster chime Clock	8/18/2007
Q: A beautiful old clock with a Westminster Chime recently came into my possession. It has three ... A: When new it was an "8 day" clock or wind it once a week with a days' grace. You cannot overwind it. ...
Out of beat	8/16/2007
Q: I built a grandfather clock in my woodshop class and i installed a hermle 451-050 movement in it ... A: The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
Ethan Allen Grandmother Clock - hourly chimes	8/12/2007
Q: I recently purchased a used Ethan Allen grandmother with a Tempus Fugit German clockworks. It has ... A: The Latin "Tempus Fugit" means "time flies" and is not a German clock company. Move the hour ...
Alaron 31 day c24 clock	8/9/2007
Q: I purhcased this clock from a estate sale a few years back, and it loses 5 minutes everyday. I ... A: Up speeds the clock up ---down slows the clock down. Make sure the swinging bob or disk actually ...
Barwick Grandfather Clock	8/7/2007
Q: I was winding my clock the other day and accidently knocked the pendalum off with one of the ... A: The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
Ridgeway grandfather clock chimes too fast	8/5/2007
Q: We have a Ridgeway Grandfather clock. It says made in Germany but not sure of manufacture year, I ... A: Would you have any ideas why? Is there perhaps an adjustment? movement may have come loose from the ...
Ridgeway Grandfather Clock	8/5/2007
Q: I recently acquired a Ridgeway Grandfather Clock Model #9913, Serial #99025409. Would like to know ... A: Hermle quit putting the year of manufacture on the back plate of their clocks in 1988- buyers of ...
Weights are stuck in the up position	8/3/2007
Q: I recently acquired a Pulaski Winston floor clock 2092. It has three weights and they are all stuck ... A: check: The pendulum is an assembly beginning at the top where a two legged suspension spring hangs ...
Trend Clock, Western Germany	8/2/2007
Q: We have the above grandfather-type clock in our home. Around the left side of the dial it reads ... A: "White" = Whitt - short for Whittington Trend is a 20+ year old obsolete brand of case made by ...
wall clock has stopped chiming	8/1/2007
Q: My Howard Miller wall clock has stopped chiming and I don't know why. It is supposed to strike on ... A: this is a two winder clock I take it? not striking-- make sure it is wound up on the left side. two ...
Weights are out of order	7/3/2007
Q: I have a Pearl grandfather clock that I believe is model #471-2660. On the back of the clock it ... A: unscrew the nut at the bottom of the swinging pendulum disk to lower the disk and slow the clock ...
Mantle clock setting	7/2/2007
Q: I have a Franz Hermle mantle clock: L 2 jewels, #340-020A. Somehow---maybe I turned the hour hand ... A: To get the hour striking the right # just move the hour hand to the # that the clock is striking (if ...
Hermle Black Forest Clock	7/2/2007
Q: Kenneth, I have a Steinway floor clock that is about 20 years old.a couple of years ago I started to ... A: hard part for a civilian to purchase. - Take the unit out of the clock- scratch outline on the brass ...
Weights are out of order	6/30/2007
Q: I have a Pearl grandfather clock that I believe is model #471-2660. On the back of the clock it ... A: Brian:the left side weight as you face the clocks is 4.7 lbs-- the center weight and the right ...
Hermle Wall Clock Chimes	6/29/2007
Q: I have a Hermle wall clock with 3 main springs. The clock chimes 4 times at 15 minutes, 8 times at ... A: Joe: the smaller gear in the middle ( other two are top and bottom of the smaller gear) is not ...
Clock assembly	6/28/2007
Q: I have removed back plate so that I can replace gear. How do I get gears to stay in place while I ... A: Gravity holds one end- (lay the movement either face down or on it's back on a small cardboard ...
Hermle Wall Clock Chimes	6/27/2007
Q: I have a Hermle wall clock with 3 main springs. The clock chimes 4 times at 15 minutes, 8 times at ... A: You would have to continue to wind all three springs- but if you access the back of the movement ...
Grandfather clock weights	6/25/2007
Q: Ken, My Ridgeway grandfather clock (purchased 1984)the left (looking at the face) weight will not ... A: your chain wheel ratchet is kapoot (very tech clock term) At 23 years old the movement itself is ...
clock stops	6/24/2007
Q: I have a Seth Thomas mantle clock, almost like a bracket clock but it has a moon dial. I bought it ... A: Movement was made by Hermle in October of 1978 and is probably worn out now. I would try to get my ...
Weights stuck	6/23/2007
Q: I recently purchased an old Barwick grandfather clock at a yard sale. The pendulum doesn't maintain ... A: most probably not pulled up too high unless the top hook on the chain end attached to the weight has ...
clock stops	6/23/2007
Q: I have a Seth Thomas mantle clock, almost like a bracket clock but it has a moon dial. I bought it ... A: The chimes not coinciding with the hour is a quick adjustment that I can do while holding my breath! ...
humpback clock designed by franz hermie name is sligh	6/21/2007
Q: age of clock and where to find key for clock A: back plate of the movement is stamped with the last 2 year numbers of the year made ie 77 is 1977 ...
Ridgway E movement small spring	5/23/2007
Q: While oiling my Ridgeway clock a small spring came loose and I cannot find where it came from. It ... A: Bob: you say: "My clock is different. The minute hand has a square hole" Your clock is NOT ...
Vericron school clock replica	5/23/2007
Q: I purchased a nice double spring clock for my wife thirty years ago as a wedding gift. It has a ... A: Gary: some of these have open springs (not in barrels) and if not really wound up fully, the spring ...
Ridgway E movement small spring	5/22/2007
Q: While oiling my Ridgeway clock a small spring came loose and I cannot find where it came from. It ... A: the collet is the round center of your minute hand where it goes on the clock- has a square hole in ...
W.Haid 340-020 clock	5/21/2007
Q: I am so glad to have found your web site. Hope you will be able to help me. I inherited a mantel ... A: Pat: your movement was made in 1973 by the Hermle Co in Germany - they still make the movement. Most ...
Howard Miller Wall Clock	5/20/2007
Q: I bought a HM Wall Clock Second Hand. It is key wind with three posts to wind-all are wound all the ... A: Mark: are you sure you are turning the winding key the right direction? The pendulum assembly begins ...
Ansonia Mantle Clock	5/14/2007
Q: I was recently given a circa 1910, Ansonia Mantel clock. I was told at the time that it will tick ... A: Jill: gotta ask if the clock is wound up tight? Then also the hanging wire that has the pendulum bob ...
W.Haid pendulum clock	5/13/2007
Q: I want to fix my Siser-in-laws pendulum clock. It keeps perfect time but the chimes don't chime. The ... A: Greg sorry for delay email did not go thru.- Yes 4 decending notes on the 1/4 after - 8 notes on 1/2 ...
Pocket Watch Info	5/12/2007
Q: Kenneth, I have a Belmont U.S.A., serial number 665028, 17 Jewel pocket watch, that I can not find ... A: Michael: I know squat about watches-- Trenton watch co made a "Special Belmont" model --maybe this ...
Ansonia-Model-0663	5/11/2007
Q: My Mom recently passed and I inherited this clock... It is in good shape for it's age. Can you tell ... A: John: Can you tell me how to properly wind the Clock? (Number of turns(WIND IT FULLY TO THE END EACH ...
Ridgeway Grandfather Clock	5/10/2007
Q: I bought a brand new Ridgeway Grandfather Clock about 2 years ago. But it has recently stopped ... A: Lucy; you say"The local agent also came over and pushed a stick behind the clock into a vibrating ...
Won't Stay Running	5/9/2007
Q: I have a 1950's hermle mantel clock and it will not stay running,it will keep time for an hour or so ... A: Sherry; 56 years is a long time - time to replace the movement! Make sure the tick and tock are ...
W.Haid pendulum clock	5/9/2007
Q: I want to fix my Siser-in-laws pendulum clock. It keeps perfect time but the chimes don't chime. The ... A: Gregory: movement was made in 1970 by Hermle --351-020 is their part number still and 31/cm is the ...
Jauch conversion	5/8/2007
Q: I have a Jauch regulator clock (I guess you'd call it) model #P.L. 57 cm. On the back of the clock ... A: tania: this is a three weight wall clock? Possibly a Hermle 451-053 66cm would work - you would ...
Linden	5/8/2007
Q: I recently purchased an antique clock. It is chain driven. It is a Linden clock from West Germany. ... A: Sorry I can not give you any info --the numbers are not known to me --Cuckoo Clock MFG INC made the ...
Linden	5/8/2007
Q: I recently purchased an antique clock. It is chain driven. It is a Linden clock from West Germany. ... A: Kim: are there any numbers or markings on the rear brass plate of the mechanism? I have never seen a ...
Inherited Howard Miller Wall Clock is very loud	5/7/2007
Q: I inherited a wall clock from my grandmother when she sold her house. It is a Howard Miller and it ... A: Jim: you are fortunate - 98% of the complaints are about the chimes not being loud enough! If you ...
Grandfather Clock#7704883 Colonial Clock	5/7/2007
Q: The left weight on my clock does not drop down...... my clock keeps almost "perfect" time but it ... A: Thomas: the quarter hour is the Westminster CHIMES and the hour is the STRIKE. You might try pulling ...
replacement chime block with rods	5/7/2007
Q: I am finishing a 25 year old grandfather kit for a friend. The movement is an Emperor 301M with 4 ... A: Roger: try here: http://www.timesavers.com/catalogmain2.asp?ProductID=20727 there are lots of ...
Emporer Tempus Fugit Clock Will Not Chime	5/6/2007
Q: I have a grandfather clock that I just got from one of my neighbors and it keeps time but will not ... A: Jeremy: the maker of the movement will have numbers etc. stamped on the back brass plate of the ...
Emperor Clock Movement Replacement	5/6/2007
Q: I have an Emperor Clock that I built 30 years ago. It has a worn-out movement. The info on the ... A: Phil: the Hermle movement that can be used to replace this Jauch #77 movement is available from ...
Sligh Clock	5/1/2007
Q: I have a Sligh wall clock Model 0747-1-AB. The name plate inside the door says the movement number ... A: Joe: the Hermle 351-030A 46CM is not made in a 46CM currently. Musta been a special order done for ...
Harris&Mallow Verichron Regulator	4/30/2007
Q: .. This clock seems to be chiming off by five minutes... It had been stopped, I rewound and set the ... A: Lisa: the 5 after is the collet with the square hole in the center of the minute hand--needs ...
Kassel 30 day clock movement	4/30/2007
Q: I have a very nice 30 day kassel movement that needs a suspension spring and hand nut. I have been ... A: Gary- any clocks repair facility should be able to help but some do not want to touch Korean made ...
Howard Miller GF clock	4/30/2007
Q: The pendulum got knocked off when we were pulling on the chain/weights. We cannot figure out how it ... A: stephanie:The pendulum is an assembly beginning at the top where a two legged suspension spring ...
Making copy of Victorian clock	4/29/2007
Q: Aged 69 I have written a family history in the course of which I located and bought a wall clock ... A: Geoffrey:<<<< I would like to find a set of instructions for mounting the wire gong which, unlike my ...
Manual for Black Forest Clock	4/28/2007
Q: I have a clock grandfather clock that has stamped on the back 83 Black Forest Clocks Hermle ... A: Bryan - neither exist. here is a generic owner's manual from HM: ...
no tiking	4/27/2007
Q: I have a standing Ridgeway GF clock. By mistake the hands were turned counter clockwise ( a big ... A: The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a brass ...
no tiking	4/26/2007
Q: I have a standing Ridgeway GF clock. By mistake the hands were turned counter clockwise ( a big ... A: irika; Turning the minute hand counter clockwise in any clock made in the last 60 years is NOT a ...
regulator clock striking improperly	4/25/2007
Q: I have a modern Regulator-type clock with a 4-year-old replacement movement. The minute hand ... A: Lisa : most modern mvts have minute hands with a square holed collet in the hand held on a square ...
chiming synch problem	4/24/2007
Q: I hope you can help. I have a Smiths mantle clock with 'the Alexander Clark company' written at the ... A: Karen - you do not need to stop the clock to make adjustments. Move the HOUR hand (the short one)4 ...
Hermle 76	4/24/2007
Q: We purchased a GF clock with 76 Franz Hermle "unajuste" 451-053 85cm over 70.77 some 30 yrs ago> ... A: danny: the suspension spring, unless broken or mangled, will not stop the clock. clock needs to be ...
hermle set up of clock chimes	4/18/2007
Q: I have a hermle grandmother clock it is now running ok apart from the chimes. It rings out on the ... A: Malcom: I cant't make sense of your words. The hour count is called the STRIKE and the quarterly ...
grandfather clock	4/16/2007
Q: I have a beautiful Howard Miller grandfather clock that ran perfectly. We recently installed new ... A: Wee: The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a ...
clock chimes improperly	4/12/2007
Q: mantel clock,100+ years old, made in Germany. Runs well, sings(Westminister) the quarter hours and ... A: Hal: back up the min hand 20 minutes worth after it does the westminster on 1st quarter --then ...
chimes off sequence	4/10/2007
Q: I recently moved my ridgeway grandfather clock and the chimes are out of sequence. It normally ... A: Stanley- you probably took the 3 weights off to move the clock and did not put them back on the ...
Grandfather Clock Hermle Movement Date	4/10/2007
Q: On back it says" H, Hermle, Black Forest Clocks, 451-050H, 94cm/66. Thanks A: Jerry- Hermle quit putting the year of manufacture on the back of their clocks in 1988- buyers of ...
Howard miller floor clock does not chime hour but chimes 14 and half	4/8/2007
Q: My Howard miller floor clock started acting strange recently, it has worked beautifully for about a ... A: Mike: you say:<<My grandfather has many clocks and he told me that sometimes the chains bind or over ...
Setup of Hermle Clock	4/7/2007
Q: I have inherited the works of a Hermle Grandfather Clock - The basic hours minutes and seconds seem ... A: Les-- shut off the chimes with the switch by the #3 - assuming it has a shut off there. If not, just ...
Howard miller floor clock does not chime hour but chimes 14 and half	4/5/2007
Q: My Howard miller floor clock started acting strange recently, it has worked beautifully for about a ... A: MIke:I assume that after it does nothing on the hour it continues to do nothing from then on? No ...
winder in 3 position stuck	4/5/2007
Q: I inherited a Seth Thomas mantle clock model 6811. I'm guessing its a balance clock, as I cannot ... A: Laurie: I have no clue what a 6811 is but with three winders it has a modern German made movement in ...
Leather for chime hammers	3/29/2007
Q: I have a 100-year-old Charles Jacques tall case clock that is totally missing the leather covers for ... A: try a chamois from the auto parts dept or your own garage. Try one hammer and see. Or some garments ...
Grandfather clock	3/25/2007
Q: I have recently inherited a grandfather clock, which has been turned off? for about a month, but my ... A: Michelle, It is probably not set up properly. I assume it was elsewhere and moved to your ...
remove clock hands - J Hauser movement	3/22/2007
Q: I have a small "grandfather" like clock from the 1960's that has a broken minute hand and I've ... A: Put some light oil (penetrating or such) and come back the next morning and try again. I do not ...
19th century carved clock	3/21/2007
Q: I own an 81/2 ft tall carved grandfather's clock, which I was told is actually chiseled (in China?). ... A: 2 weight Westminster movements are unusual but have no date range per se--they were made to save ...
19th century carved clock	3/21/2007
Q: I own an 81/2 ft tall carved grandfather's clock, which I was told is actually chiseled (in China?). ... A: Colonial is out of business but was only a furniture mfg. company who made clock cases and bought ...
Clock won't strike hour	3/10/2007
Q: I have a key wound Seth Thomas mantle clock made in 1978 which keeps very good time. A Westminster ... A: <<<It DOES strike the hour, just at quarter after along with the quarter after chime. Is this ...
music doesn't play all the time	3/9/2007
Q: ------------------------------------------- The text above is a follow-up to ... what type of ... A: Something about 1" to 1.5" diameter, cylindrical and with a 1/4" or so hole down the middle would be ...
Clock cleaning/repair	3/9/2007
Q: Ken, OK, I have another question. I've been e-mailing the gentleman at Butterworth Clocks. Do you ... A: Mark Butterworth has been getting complaints from the trade for selling to the public at wholesale ...
Phinney Walker Clock	3/6/2007
Q: I have a problem with a Phinney Walker Alarm Clock. It Will only continue to run when it is tilted ... A: Stan- that is a sign of needing cleaning, lubrication and some wear problems or all three.You can ...
clock	2/23/2007
Q: i wanted to know where to find a wind up key for an alaron clock A: John I assume you mean "alarm" clock? Many have a threaded post that take a key with internal ...
clock repair issue	2/23/2007
Q: I have a French Clock ( Japy Freies) that purchased and Cleaned and Oiled. I disassembled and ... A: Joe; Your story seems to point to a mainspring issue. If the springs are properly cleaned and lubed ...
Clock cleaning/repair	2/22/2007
Q: Ken, Any more idea on the age of these movements? I still don't understand the letter system. Small ... A: John; the Ebay movements seem to have disappeared-I could not pin the seller down on the age of the ...
Mantel Clock with Hermle 340-020 movement	2/22/2007
Q: I recently purchased a howard miller clock with the Hermle 340-020 movement in it. It is running ... A: Dwayne: You must have an older clock with the "floating balance". The wheel that rotates side to ...
franz hermle 340 020	2/20/2007
Q: I bought this clock on ebay and the owner said it was in perfect working order, however when I ... A: Valerie: First wind it with the key tightly in the three places. Move the minute hand backwards 20 ...
Clock cleaning/repair	2/19/2007
Q: Ken, Now I see the following on E-bay ... A: John - I got the following from him--"I'm learning a little more about these from other ...
Clock cleaning/repair	2/19/2007
Q: Ken, On the numbers on the back of the movement, what does the BS mean? The numbers are 1161-853BS. ... A: John this one? ...
regulator or balance wheel spring adjust	2/19/2007
Q: So...When the lever contacts the balance wheel spring, it presses the outer part of the coil closer ... A: michael: guess I did not explain well--the lever has on it a little loop that encircles the section ...
regulator or balance wheel spring adjust	2/18/2007
Q: I recently got an old clock as a gift and the wood housing seems to have a four inch by two inch ... A: michael: slot in the lever should be positioned to encompass the outer end of the balance spring in ...
Clock cleaning/repair	2/18/2007
Q: Ken, I built this clock from a kit. I purchased it in Januaryof 1988. So, repair? Replace? And if ... A: John - my last answer covered this but the system cut off my answer -- anyway a new replacement ...
repair grandfather colck	2/18/2007
Q: I have a Emperor clock that I need to know how to reinstall the pendulum. Could you send me a ... A: Stan- I have no photo -- but all are the same. The pendulum is an assembly beginning at the top ...
Grandmother (?) clock stops ticking just before the chime	2/16/2007
Q: Ken: I have updates on the Web page, with some photos taken a bit to the side. ... A: Does it run with the hammers held back like your photo shows or does it still stop before chiming? ...
Cuckoo clock music box	2/15/2007
Q: The music is not stopping, the mechanism is not being disengaged from the gear. Once the post is ... A: Craig; what stops the music is actually a little arm with normally a bit of plastic tubing on it ...
Cuckoo clock music box	2/15/2007
Q: I am working on a musical cuckoo clock with an overhead music box. I cannot get the linkage properly ... A: Craig; what stops the music is actually a little arm with normally a bit of plastic tubing on it ...
Grandmother (?) clock stops ticking just before the chime	2/14/2007
Q: Ken: I've been playing around trying to get it to be balanced. I guess it is quicker for you when ... A: your last photo shows that you have a beat adjuster built into the pendulum hanger -- the knurled ...
Grandfather clock	2/12/2007
Q: I recently have had a pre-owned grandfather clock that I purchased serviced. However, it continues ... A: Wiliiam LaRocco; was this clock serviced in your home? Service person should be contacted who did ...
Grandmother (?) clock stops ticking just before the chime	2/12/2007
Q: Ken: Thanks for the quick response. I suppose that the clock might be a bit unbalanced. I have ... A: Michel: nice video--from the sound the clock is out of beat. The pendulum has too much overswing to ...
Grandmother (?) clock stops ticking just before the chime	2/11/2007
Q: I have a grandmother clock (that's what my father said it was) which stops soon after restarting. ... A: Michel: The weights are on correctly. . The sound of the ticking must sound even or balanced on ...
clock chains	2/7/2007
Q: While on vacation one of the chains ran down all the way, how do I get it back? A: Charleen; the non-weight end of the chain needs to be grabbed and pulled. Perhaps a flashlight to ...
St. Aubin Suisse pendulum clock stops	2/5/2007
Q: I recently received my mom's vintage wall clock. It has 2 weights and a pendulum. She told me to ... A: Mary: lots of things it could be of course --but let's check the most probable. Hanging the pendulum ...
regulator clock chimes too loud	2/1/2007
Q: I was gifted a regulator clock with no brand name,but made in Korea. The hourly chimes are too loud. ... A: Sandy: Make sure there is about a 3/16 space between the hammer and the coiled gong when at rest. ...
Heanvina Grandfather Clock	2/1/2007
Q: I noticed several questions about the "Heanvina" grandfather clock. We also have one that was ... A: Des: I believe it's "Hawina" and they are an offshoot of the Winterhalder & Sons if I recall ...
ingraham clock age	1/30/2007
Q: I have an Ingraham mantle clock with original label with the name 'Magic'. Also there is a service ... A: Lynn-Marie, I do not immediatly find that name associated with the E. Ingraham Co. however I am ...
Clock runs fast	1/13/2007
Q: My clock gains ten minutes a week . I think adjusting the pendulum up or down is the answer, but ... A: Judd: Up speeds the clock up ---down slows the clock down. Make sure the bob or disk actually moves ...
Where do the 3 weights go	1/12/2007
Q: Now why can't I get the pendulum to continue to swing. The movement is ticking when I swing the ... A: John: The pendulum assembly begins at the top with a 1" two legged suspension spring pinned to a ...
Tempus Fugit wall clock	1/8/2007
Q: I am interested in buying a pendulum clock. It looks like a normal regulator clock it says Made in ... A: Ed: Hard to tell much from your description. What is "a normal regulator clock"? Wall clock? ...
Verichron, regulator wall clock	1/7/2007
Q: we recently wound the clock and now it ticks for about 2 minutes and stops. This has never happened ... A: Bob: First thing to check is the "beat" or evenness of the tick from side to side - move the ...
silent switch	1/6/2007
Q: ive inherited a 1930,s Bentima Grand daughter clock (Bentima.co.Ltd) It has as far as I can tell a ... A: <<the silent switch should not be moved during chiming, I guess this is what has happened to this ...
Lyre Pendulum	1/6/2007
Q: 1-5-07 I need a lyre pendulum for my grandfather clock. The movement is a Jauch 110cm made ... A: John, honestly I would recommend you hold your breath till you forget about doing this at all. But ...

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