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9 reasons why clock collecting and is a great hobby and why it might be a fit for you

June 9, 2017

Hobbies are a great way of finding comfort through stepping off the roller coaster of life In this increasingly complex and chaotic world where many of us seek ways of exploring constructive activities & pastimes a hobby is one such escape. Hobbies are a great way of finding comfort, stepping off the roller coaster of … More 9 reasons why clock collecting and is a great hobby and why it might be a fit for you

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Ingraham Nordic Banjo Clock

June 2, 2017

I did not have a banjo clock in my collection and my latest acquisition is certainly a banjo styled clock but not in the tradition of a true weight-driven American banjo clock which continues to allude me. There is no scarcity of spring driven recoil escapement (lever escapement) banjo clocks. This particular clock has a … More Ingraham Nordic Banjo Clock

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Sessions Westminster A mantel clock Part III – re-assembly and cursing the chime drive

May 25, 2017

Do you like the challenge of working on a mechanical clock? This one might have you ripping your hair out. These are not the best clocks to start on and can be a headache for the experienced clock-maker. You will find Part I of this project here and Part II, here. In August 2015 I … More Sessions Westminster A mantel clock Part III – re-assembly and cursing the chime drive

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Tick-Talk Tuesday #7 – SP’s thoughts on dating a Kienzle Weltzeituhr clock

May 16, 2017

Tick-Talk Tuesday is about the letters and comments I have received from you, the reader, concerning your clocks, issues you might have had and challenges you face and my responses to your questions with advice on your particular clock concern(s). For those comments and questions that stump even me, I consult within my clock circles … More Tick-Talk Tuesday #7 – SP’s thoughts on dating a Kienzle Weltzeituhr clock

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Clock face showing the two winding arbours

Unsigned French mantel clock – pretty but I wish I knew more about it

May 12, 2017

I acquired this elegant antique French mantel/shelf clock online in March of 2017 and it is the only French clock in my collection. Not many come up on Nova Scotia online for-sale sites. I felt somewhat guilty leaving the home of the man I bought it from because he told me that he was selling … More Unsigned French mantel clock – pretty but I wish I knew more about it

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270 Year Old Clock – A True Work of Art

May 9, 2017

In 2014 during a visit to Portugal I had a chance to visit one of the country`s premier museums in Lisbon. They had a magnificent collection of antique clocks but this particular clock attracted my attention. This weight driven “Regulador” was made by Burgh, Bernard (II) van Risenburgh in Paris between 1745-50. It is made … More 270 Year Old Clock – A True Work of Art

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Sspriral spring for floating balance escapement

Dugena mantel clock revisited

May 7, 2017

In a precious article I wrote about my frustrations getting this clock to run reliably. No matter what adjustments I made it ran poorly. “You’ve got to be very careful if you don’t know where you are going, because you might not get there”, Yogi Berra This time and strike movement (Hermle?) has been out … More Dugena mantel clock revisited

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Winding a mechanical clock – A How-To Guide

May 4, 2017

In this age of everything electronic, it may surprise some people that a newly acquired mechanical clock bought at the local garage sale, flea market or antique store needs to be wound on a regular basis. Winding a mechanical clock takes a level of care but a few simple guidelines should have you on your … More Winding a mechanical clock – A How-To Guide

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Tick-Talk Tuesday #6 – comments on online purchases

May 2, 2017

Tick-Talk Tuesday is all about the letters and comments I have received from you, the reader, concerning your clocks, issues you might have had and challenges you face and my responses to your questions with advice on your particular clock concern(s). If I am stumped, I consult within my clock circles for the best possible … More Tick-Talk Tuesday #6 – comments on online purchases

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Side view of movement indicating solder points

Servicing a Well Worn New Haven Schoolhouse Clock

April 28, 2017

The clock is a “Canadian made” New Haven Octagonal short drop wall clock. It was assembled at The New Haven Clock Co. of Canada plant established at Brantford, Ontario (Canada) in 1906. The New Haven Clock Company of Canada was a subsidiary of the New Haven Clock Company of America. Both mantel and wall clocks … More Servicing a Well Worn New Haven Schoolhouse Clock

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Clock face Arthur Pequegnat Canadian Time clock

Arthur Pequegnat Canadian Time – a service is long overdue

April 25, 2017

I wrote about this clock in 2015. The Canadian Time clock was made by the Arthur Pequegnat Clock company of Kitchener, Ontario. The Arthur Pequegnat Clock Company (1904–1941) is notable as the longest lasting Canadian-based clock manufacturer. Pequegnat clocks are sought after by Canadian collectors and often command high prices on online for-sale sites. The … More Arthur Pequegnat Canadian Time – a service is long overdue

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Front and back plates from a Seth Thomas mantel clock

Seth Thomas Adamantine mantel clock – time to give it a little love

April 22, 2017

I am servicing the first antique clock I ever bought. After having serviced many others it is time to give this clock a little love. Some years ago (2000) my wife and I were traveling around Nova Scotia and stopped in a little village called Blockhouse. We found an antique store, walked in and never … More Seth Thomas Adamantine mantel clock – time to give it a little love

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Tick-Talk Tuesday #5 – question about grandfather clock repair

April 18, 2017

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The language of the clock world amazes me

April 16, 2017

I am always intrigued by the language of the clock world. Here are some terms that I have learned in the past year. Foxing: This is a more common problem than I thought. It is unsightly feature of clock dial faces and might be a cause for concern to some collectors. This phenomenon is caused … More The language of the clock world amazes me

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Certainly runs better with the book under one side

Is my clock in beat?

April 14, 2017

You bought a clock. It ran when you first saw it but you bring it home, display it in that very spot you imagined and now it won’t run. 99% of the time this is caused by a clock not being in beat. All mechanical clocks must be set in beat before they will run … More Is my clock in beat?

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Tick-Talk Tuesday #4 – question about Sessions Westminster A clock

April 11, 2017

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Bushing installed on escape wheel arbour

Ansonia Schoolhouse Clock – Part II – cleaning, bushing work and final testing

April 9, 2017

The Ansonia octagonal short drop wall clock was (is) commonly known as a schoolhouse clock. This clock was manufactured in 1912. The number “12” , the year stamp, is found on the lower front plate of the movement. The letter “N” is also stamped on the movement. In this post, Part II, I will proceed … More Ansonia Schoolhouse Clock – Part II – cleaning, bushing work and final testing

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Tick-Talk Tuesday #3 – question about Arthur Pequegnat clocks

April 4, 2017

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My Gustav Becker – one year later

April 1, 2017

It has been one year since my wife presented me with a Vienna Regulator wall clock as a retirement gift. I was in heaven! I always wanted a Gustav Becker clock. I thought it was the holy grail of clocks. As I delve more deeply into this hobby and have the benefit of a greater knowledge … More My Gustav Becker – one year later

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Tick-Talk Tuesday #2 -question about Chelsea ships clock issue

March 28, 2017

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Ansonia Schoolhouse Clock – Part I – Assessment

March 25, 2017

I acquired my Ansonia drop octagon clock in April of last year (2016) and put off servicing this clock because it was in good running order, kept good time and I had a number of other clocks that needed more attention. Now it’s on the bench.

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Jaeger LeCoultre Musical Alarm Clock – an update!

March 23, 2017

Last week I wrote that I was in the process of deciding whether or not to purchase this Swiss made Jaeger LeCoultre musical alarm clock. I saw it in an antique store in Langford, BC (Canada) and went away thinking about it. I had several questions in my mind as I walked away. The seller was asking CDN199; a fair … More Jaeger LeCoultre Musical Alarm Clock – an update!

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Tick-Talk Tuesday – #1 -question about Stromberg Carlson master clock

March 21, 2017

Tick-Talk Tuesday is about the letters and comments I have received from you, the reader, concerning your clocks, issues you might have had and challenges you face and my responses to your questions with advice on your particular clock concern(s). For those comments and questions that stump even me, I consult within my clock circles … More Tick-Talk Tuesday – #1 -question about Stromberg Carlson master clock

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Tick-Talk Tuesday – starting March 21st

March 17, 2017

Starting Tuesday, March 21st I will feature a regular blog called Tick-Talk Tuesday. The purpose of the blog is twofold, the first, to talk about letters and comments I have received from you, the reader, concerning your clocks, issues you might have had and challenges you face as well as my responses to your questions … More Tick-Talk Tuesday – starting March 21st

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Jaeger LeCoultre musical alarm clock – not bought yet but I have questions

March 15, 2017

Jaeger LeCoultre clocks are a favorite among collectors Jaeger LeCoultre clocks are a favorite among collectors of high-end luxury timepieces, often bringing in hundreds of thousands of dollars at auction. Jaeger LeCoultre to this day produces high quality desk clocks and watches in addition to their famous line of Atmos clocks. I was in an … More Jaeger LeCoultre musical alarm clock – not bought yet but I have questions

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Collecting, Repairing and Restoring Antique/Vintage Clocks

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