The piece that holds the pendulum came off so i got your expert help to put it back on.
Mantle wall clock wont stay running.
Hang the balls on gently while the spring is sitting right where it normally sits.
The better keywound mantel clocks offer a movement made in germany with a case made in germany the united states or asia.
Keywound mantel clocks come in a variety of styles and features.
Dabbing a few drops of clean oil on the area then restarting the pendulum should get the clock running again.
Future articles will focus on cuckoo wall and grandfather clocks.
To operate this clock first find a home for it on a shelf or mantle that does not shake or get bumped.
Movement sometimes the pendulum stops because the clock movement needs a good cleaning.
Fluttering is the term used to describe the clock running 300 miles an hour even with the balls hung and is the result of having the fork set to low.
Before reading on here s an important point.
Luckily the truth is that you can t over wind your clock.
If your clock has been running for a long time then suddenly stops and you haven t touched it it may be an indication that you need professional help.
If you are pleased with the style make sure the movement is made in germany.
If the pendulum stays in the clock it may scratch the inside of the case as well as change the beat and then the clock may not work.
In other cases you may need to repair the clock or even replace a worn out movement.
Get an estimate for cleaning repairs or a new mechanism.
Over winding is basically a myth.
Did not remove the pendulum which rocked around back and forth.
The clock is treated well and that s all i know of that disturbed it.
Ridgeway furniture company has been making grandfather clocks exclusively since 1960.
Four common reasons why a mechanical mantel clock stops.
They are on average 7 to 8 feet long.
The mechanical clocks are manufactured in the united states.
This very old over 100 year old clock has been around.
Let s take a look at what actually causes a clock to quit running or chiming after winding it up a clock mainspring is made of spring steel and is about the width of a ruler but not quite as thick.
For wall clocks always remove your pendulum before taking the clock off the wall.
How to set the beat of the pendulum clock.