"The Clock Fixer"

In for repair is a Waterbury steeple clock with alarm and pendulum indicator bob.   When it was brought into the shop, the customer provided information about a slipping/grinding sound coming when the minute hand was manually adjusted.  The clock is in nice condition given the age of the clock.  An estimate for this particular clock is about 1885.  A short history of the Waterbury Clock Company can be found by following this link .  Below is a picture of this nice clock: After the clock movement was taken out of the case, it was obvious what the problem is.  Follow this link for a short video of the excessive wear.  The customer stated and I proved it that the clock still runs.  This is also a verification that these American time & strike clocks are overpowered, i.e., the mainsprings are too strong.   Another interesting tid-bit of this previous repair was the clock was worn out a long time ago and the previous repair person c...

In for repair is a Howard Miller  Coffee  table clock model number 612-680 serial number 51930327 born date approximately 1980.  This clock arrived in rough condition but very repairable.  New this clock sold for about $500.   Wood frame in the original Natural Oak finish.   The overall diameter is 42.75" and the height 16.5".   The glass top is a 6mm glass.  The base of the legs have a brass tipped wrap. The finished product along with other Howard Miller clocks An image of the label A picture of the clock as it came into the shop.  Hands not attached, the wood frame is very dry and dirty.  There is a "white" scratch on the side of the frame.  The quartz movements underneath  the face are loose and appear not to run.  These were replaced.  The case was oiled and 2 of the legs were loose and tightened. Another closeup picture of the wood Here is the scratch After the scratch repair.  Where did it g...