Is Seth Thomas a good grandfather clock?
As the longest established clock maker in the United States (nearly 200 years), Seth Thomas is recognized as one of the most respected brands of clocks in the world. During its early years, Seth Thomas quickly gained an impeccable reputation for producing the masterfully crafted grandfather clocks.
Who is the manufacturer of German grandfather clocks?
Tradition, creativity, exclusivity and highest quality, that is what our family-run company stands for. Our company also manufactures grandfather clocks for you in this hard and difficult “Corona Times”! Please ask us by email or phone. However, there may be delays in delivery if local or international transport does not work as planned.
How do you adjust the escapement on a grandfather clock?
The method used to adjust the escapement is different from clock to clock. Since we are experts in British grandfather clocks, the following pertains to that type of clock. Let the pendulum hang in its neutral position and place a piece of masking tape on the case just below the pendulum. Mark the neutral point on the masking tape.
Why is the minute hand on my grandfather clock not working?
If the minute hand on the grandfather clock is touching the front glass, this will stop the clock from working. To repair this problem, slightly bend the hand away from the glass, but be careful not to bend it too much and allow it to touch the hour hand.
When did my dad buy the German Clock?
In memory of my Mother. Two weeks before I was born in July of 1976 my Dad was deployed in West Germany in the military. This is when my Dad bought this clock as a present to my Mother. My mother just passed away on March 10th, 2009 in the early AM.
Who are the guys at the antique clocks Guy?
The Antique Clocks Guy represents buyers, sellers, major collectors, estates, “pre-estates”… and the small guys, too. We’d be pleased to represent and sell your antique clock, antique barometer or, or perhaps your entire collection. We occasionally accept listings for some high-end, quality antiquities such as bronzes.
How can I tell if my grandfather clock is out of beat?
If your clock is a chain driven grandfather clock, the chains should be in the order as in the image. If you listen to the clock just after you give the pendulum a push and notice that the clock is not tick tocking evenly, this means the clock is out of beat. The clock must have an even tick – tock – tick – tock.
Why is my grandfather clock not working after a move?
When the grandfather clock is not working after a move, there are a few problems to look for that can be easily fixed. 1) Examine the dial on the grandfather clock and check to make sure the hands are not touching or hanging on any parts of the dial or second hand. 2) Check the leveling of the grandfather clock.
Are there any Seth Thomas weight driven clocks?
(Other than Gazo, E.Howard, Chelsea, Herschede and some later Seth Thomas weight-driven clocks, if it’s not an antique we definitely won’t have interest.) Don’t miss our Antique Clocks Reference Library.
