Gilbert #11

In for repair is a William L. Gilbert Clock Co. of Winsted, Conn. #11 wall clock.  This is a unique clock in that there is only one winding arbor that winds two weights.  The clock was manufactured around 1895-1905.  The case is in very good condition, but the movement needed some work.

The clock was acquired in pieces.  The owner, is an accomplished wood worker removed the movement, face, and all the internal working to restore the case.

Upon arrival the clock would not run for more than 5 minutes.  It would run and go out-of-beat.  Definite symptoms of escapement issues.  This image demonstrates some of the pivot hole wear of the clock:

This video demonstrates worn pivot holes and how dirty the movement has become. After a complete examination, there were 7 pivot holes needing rebuilding. Click the picture to start the video.

This next image is the movement rebuilt, cleaned, and out of the dryer.  Ready for assembly.  There is big difference between the before picture above and this one below.

Once the movement was assembled it had to go back into the case for testing.  The design of the clock is similar to an OG clock where the weight cables go up and around bullies at the top of the case and the weights are located on either side.

The next image is the clock running without the face and hands on.  Initially the swing was very shallow.  The escapement depthing was way off.  A slight adjustment lowering the pallets made a big difference.  Click the image to see the video.

One more action shot of the clock movement in the case before the face and hands are installed.

And finally, the finished product

video link of completed movement running in test mode

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