Tag: 400 day clock

Dial face Kundo Clock

Horolovar guide and how to determine the correct suspension spring for a 400-day clock

October 1, 2020

A 400-day clock, also known as a torsion clock, is a type of mechanical clock designed to run for about a year (400 days) on a single winding. It features a unique suspension system, where a rotating pendulum or torsion spring controls the movement. The clock’s long-running time is achieved through a very slow, consistent … More Horolovar guide and how to determine the correct suspension spring for a 400-day clock

My Schatz W3 movement finally has a brand new custom built clock case

January 19, 2019

What do you do when you find a movement without a case? Hope that one comes along? Make one? I discovered an Aug Schatz & Sohne W3 movement at a local antique store for under CAN$20. My wife said, “You should buy that, maybe you can make a case for it”. “Hmm”, I thought; that … More My Schatz W3 movement finally has a brand new custom built clock case

Dial face of a 400 day clock

Kundo 400 day oval anniversary clock – let’s get this thing working!

May 6, 2018

Of the five anniversary clocks in my collection, none have cost me more than $30. It’s unfortunate because these clocks are truly fascinating devices. They are well-crafted, delicate, and ornamental, driven by spring mechanisms. While many thousands were produced, their abundance is reflected in their low value today. My focus is on collecting the older … More Kundo 400 day oval anniversary clock – let’s get this thing working!

Westclox display at the Candian Clock Museum

What style of clock do I have?

January 27, 2018

Clocks have been more than just timekeepers throughout history; they are reflections of art, culture, and technological innovation. Whether for practical use or decorative appeal, clock styles have evolved to match the tastes, craftsmanship, and technologies of their times. Here’s a look at some of the most iconic and varied clock styles. The clock is … More What style of clock do I have?

Assembled and running

Kundo 400 day clock and why I love anniversary clocks – Part II

October 21, 2017

I have never paid more that 30CDN for one but I see these clocks selling on EBay and other online for-sale sites at twice and three times what I typically pay This a is Part II of a two part series on repairing a 400 day clock. Part I can be found here. I have … More Kundo 400 day clock and why I love anniversary clocks – Part II

Crazy Clock Ads – anniversary clocks – you decide, sadly illiterate or cleverly deliberate

October 16, 2017

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Dial face Kundo Clock

Kundo 400 day clock and why I love anniversary clocks | Part I

October 11, 2017

The 400-day anniversary clock, also known as long-duration clocks, is a fascinating category of clock known for its ability to run continuously for a full year without needing to be wound. These clocks, often featuring intricate designs and beautifully crafted mechanisms, were first introduced in the late 19th century and have since become a beloved … More Kundo 400 day clock and why I love anniversary clocks | Part I

Circa 1890 French Black Marble mantel clock

Doesn’t all that ticking drive you crazy?

August 3, 2017

No! As a clock collector I have quite a few clocks in my home. Most are running daily. There are 34 clocks ticking away in my home as I write this blog article. I have accepted them as normal sounds in my home Some collectors have a dedicated clock room in their home but mine … More Doesn’t all that ticking drive you crazy?

Westclox display at the Candian Clock Museum

9 reasons why you should buy a mechanical clock

December 22, 2016

The world is changing and sadly, we are living in an increasingly throw-away society. We are taught at an early age that not many things are meant to last and using a throw-away product “guarantees” that the new product will function much better, but does it? I read a news article recently that Norway plans … More 9 reasons why you should buy a mechanical clock

Rural Nova Scotia antique shop

Antiquing on a Sunday afternoon

December 4, 2016

Sadly the number of antique shops in Nova Scotia is dwindling. We were antiquing in the city of Halifax (Nova Scotia, Canada) this past spring and one of the store owners remarked that there used to be dozens of antique shops in the city, now only a few remain. There are still a few antique … More Antiquing on a Sunday afternoon

The 400 day anniversary clock

May 22, 2016

My wife and I were at a little antique shop just outside Truro, Nova Scotia on a typical Sunday drive. I found a lovely Black Forest time-only shelf clock that was reasonably priced and bought it because it had a simple plate movement I was looking for. My wife on the other hand wandered through the … More The 400 day anniversary clock

The shelf clock – what is it, exactly?

April 27, 2016

What is a shelf clock? If you have a number of clocks as I do it can be quite confusing to describe each specific type to the average person but it is really quite simple. Let me explain how you can identify the clock you might be looking at. The term shelf clock is a broad category but I believe it can be … More The shelf clock – what is it, exactly?