Category: French clock

Built to Last? Comparing Antique and Vintage Clock Movements

July 18, 2025

Having worked on a number of German and American clock movements recently, I began reflecting on the differences in design philosophy, construction methods, and overall durability between modern German movements from the past 30 to 40 years and American movements made over a century ago. These comparisons reveal not just technical contrasts but also shifting … More Built to Last? Comparing Antique and Vintage Clock Movements

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War Souvenirs | How One Clock Made Its Way Back to France

November 22, 2024

This fall, my wife and I embarked on a battlefield tour of northern France and Belgium. The weather was remarkably good for November in Europe—though mostly cloudy, we were fortunate to avoid any rain. Instead of joining an organized tour, we followed a personalized itinerary thoughtfully put together by our son, inspired by his own … More War Souvenirs | How One Clock Made Its Way Back to France

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Retirement Adventures: Discovering the Culture of France

November 19, 2024

Retirement definitely has its perks, especially the freedom to dive into passions that may have taken a back seat over the years. Soon, we’ll be heading to France—a mix of my love for horology and a chance to revisit the travels of my younger days. This trip feels like a journey back to history, culture, … More Retirement Adventures: Discovering the Culture of France

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Tick-Talk Tuesday

Tick Talk Tuesday #45 – what is my clock worth

March 28, 2023

Tick-Talk Tuesday is dedicated to addressing readers’ letters and comments related to clock issues, challenges, and recommendations for specific clocks. In cases where the comments and questions are particularly challenging, I seek advice from my fellow clock enthusiasts to provide the most accurate and helpful response. It is important to respond to emails from interested … More Tick Talk Tuesday #45 – what is my clock worth

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Tick-Talk Tuesday

Tick Talk Tuesday #25 – broken suspension spring on Vedette clock

May 26, 2020

Tick-Talk Tuesday is about the letters and comments I have received from you, the reader, concerning your clock, issues you might have had, challenges you face or a clock you would like me to profile and my responses to your questions with advice on your particular clock concern. For those comments and questions that stump … More Tick Talk Tuesday #25 – broken suspension spring on Vedette clock

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winding arbours on Vedette clock

Vedette box clock – the plainest Vedette I have ever seen

September 30, 2019

French clockmakers such as Vedette, like so many makers of 1930s Europe, made box clocks in several styles. Although I have always wanted a Vedette clock buying one so plain was not what I had in mind but there it was at a silent auction in a clock mart at the NAWCC National Convention in … More Vedette box clock – the plainest Vedette I have ever seen

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