Forum: Battery Operated Movements   Posted: Tue Aug 25, 2009 3:22 am   Subject: Bulova Wall Quartz

If you are talking about a Japanese Quartz Chime MT-13005 movement (the only Japanese movement I have heard of on a repeat basis), I don't believe those are available anymore... you may have to find a ...

Forum: Mechanical Movements   Posted: Sat Aug 22, 2009 1:13 am   Subject: How to launch TIMER?

Well, watches are not my specialty. But I think the CH has to do with the "change mode" function which would switch the watch into 24-hr mode (a la military time - 16:00 hours = 4:00pm). Als ...

Forum: General   Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2009 2:29 am   Subject: Cleaning a mechanical clock movement

Thanks! I will direct them towards a cleaning solution for clocks. I think they were just trying to save money (and use something they already had), but most of these clocks cost too much to toy aroun ...

Forum: General   Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2009 12:58 am   Subject: Cleaning a mechanical clock movement

I had someone ask me if paint thinner is an acceptable cleaning solution for mechanical clock movements. I believe I have heard of this, but I wanted to run it by someone more knowledgeable. Does that ...

Forum: General   Posted: Thu Aug 13, 2009 1:42 am   Subject: fsh mantle clock

I have never heard of "lobar" clocks, and the numerical information provided is probably not enough to identify it with. Can you provide any other information?

Thanks,
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Forum: General   Posted: Wed Aug 12, 2009 3:20 am   Subject: urgos grandfather clock

Maybe this site will help. The 1-888 number may also be of use.

http://www.clockworks.com/urgos.html?gclid=COXHyoKUnZwCFQVuswodDhGvdA

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Forum: General   Posted: Tue Aug 11, 2009 2:05 am   Subject: How to identify maker & date mantel clock

I found this site that has a couple different places on the clock for you to look. Maybe this will help.
http://www.antiqueclockspriceguide.com/identifytrademarks.php


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Forum: General   Posted: Fri Aug 07, 2009 7:12 pm   Subject: Quieting down a mantel clock

Thanks for the information! Appreciate it!

Thanks,
Ron Gadson, CEO
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Forum: General   Posted: Thu Aug 06, 2009 4:41 am   Subject: Quieting down a mantel clock

I have a question. How do you safely quiet down a mantle clock? Several of them have night shut-off switches; regarding quieting the chime itself, I have heard of several methods, from padding the str ...

Forum: General   Posted: Tue Aug 04, 2009 11:55 pm   Subject: Need help with a Waterbury #43 DD calendar clock

Look at the second clock listed on this page. Is this the clock you are talking about? http://oldclockshop.com/Page_2.html.

This page has a little more detailed picture, if it helps: http://www.pr ...

Forum: General   Posted: Sat Aug 01, 2009 3:43 pm   Subject: Sunrise Clock

Actually, I have never seen one of these. This sounds pretty useful, actually. Depending on which part of the sleep cycle you are in, that loud buzzing most alarm clocks provide (or blaring radio) can ...

Forum: General   Posted: Thu Jul 30, 2009 2:38 am   Subject: FHS emblem

I can't provide too much about the winding parts, but if I remember correctly, the FHS means it was made by Franz Hermle & Sons... perhaps going to the Hermle website or contacting the manufactur ...

Forum: Mechanical Movements   Posted: Tue Jul 28, 2009 2:48 am   Subject: clock chains-HELP

That's probably your best move. Many clock shops have "Will travel" service in the event the clock is too large to practically transport, so keep that in mind when calling around. Best to en ...

Forum: Battery Operated Movements   Posted: Tue Jul 28, 2009 2:37 am   Subject: Quartz (battery) vs. Keywound movements

Thanks Amrad! This is good info!

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Forum: General   Posted: Sat Jul 25, 2009 12:25 am   Subject: enfield mantle clock how can i find out more?

If it is an antique, http://www.antiqueclocksshop.com may be of service to you. They have a pretty extensive selection. I have found that the manufacturer is usually another good place to start... try ...

Forum: General   Posted: Sat Jul 25, 2009 12:16 am   Subject: Water clocks

Interesting piece!

Forum: General   Posted: Sat Jul 25, 2009 12:15 am   Subject: Clock week is live!

Nice link! Those are some unique clocks. I agree with rbishop... that is one of the more interesting clocks I have ever seen.

Ron Gadson
Ecommerce International, LLC
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Forum: Woodfinishing   Posted: Fri Jul 17, 2009 10:32 pm   Subject: RE: That is one cool projection clock!

I agree! They do look cool. Not only that, but not many people I know have a clock like that (uniqueness always provides an extra point for me).

Forum: Battery Operated Movements   Posted: Fri Jul 17, 2009 10:29 pm   Subject: Quartz (battery) vs. Keywound movements

I am in the clock retail business, and as most of you know, keywound movement clocks are much more expensive that quartz (battery) movement clocks of the same type. I have a couple of customers who ha ...

Forum: General   Posted: Fri Jul 17, 2009 10:19 pm   Subject: Tips on buying a mantle clock

If you are looking for a gift for a family member, a mantle clock (or also referred to as a mantel clock) can be the way to go. In addition to adding class to any decor, a high-quality mantle clock ca ...