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Other Clocks
We work on virtually any kind of clock, mantle, wall, grandfather (tall), and cuckoo. We work on all mechanical movements,
as well as provide replacements for modern battery movements.
Among the Brands we repair are: Seth Thomas, Ansonia, Ingraham, Peganaut, New Haven, Kroeber, Waterbury, Terry, ATMOS,
Sessions, Junghans, Kienzle, Urgos, Hermele, Kieninger, Jaunch, Regula, Chelsea, Bulova, Hentschel, and many more.
Our in-store clock technicians can assist you at your request.
Movement Overhaul
This is the most common service for a mechanical clock. The steps involved are:
- Remove the movement from the case
- Carefully examine the movement for excessive wear and other potential problems
- Fully dissamble the movement
- Completely clean the movement, includin an ultrasonic bath
- Examine and, if needed polish all pivots and bearings
- Reassemble and lubricate the movement with state-of-the-art lubricants
- Adjust the movement for proper timekeeping
Grandfather (Tall) Clocks
For grandfather (Tall) clocks (and other clocks too heavy or large to move), we come to your residence, remove the movement,
weights and pendulum, and bring them back to our shop for repairs. When completed, we return and re-install the movement.
Movement Repairs
As with any mechanical device, parts can break or become too worn for useful operation. Here are some common repairs:
- Installing bushings - The holes in which the "pivots" (ends of the gear shafts) spin can become worn. New bushings are
installed so that proper gear alignment and reduced operating friction are restored.
- Replacing springs - Mainsprings do not last forever. Even when they haven't yet snapped, they can become "set' losing
their power to run the clock.
- Fixinf gears - Especially when a spring breaks, it can take gear teeth and other parts with it. Most gears can be acquired,
but some may need custom replacement.
- Replacing movements - Clocks with modern, commercially available movements may be easier and less expensive to repair
by replacing the entire movement. However, this is almost never an option for an antique, since an improper movement will
diminish the value and desirability of an old clock
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