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Which is better: A Howard Miller grandfather clock or a Ridgeway grandfather clock?
Posted on September 16, 2012 | By clockde
Howard Miller Clocks vs Ridgeway Grandfather Clocks Is the Howard Miller grandfather clock better than a Ridgeway grandfather clock? A while back the answer would have been a definite yes, but things do change. Ridgeway clocks were originally built by the Gravely Furniture Co in Virginia until sold to the Pulaski Furniture Co in the late 80s . The Pulaski Furniture Co was nearly a half-century old at the time. Howard Miller Clock purchased Ridgeway […]
Pendulum Clocks
Posted on August 4, 2012 | By clockde
There are two basic categories of pendulum clocks which are ” Keywound Pendulum Clocks” and “Quartz Pendulum Clocks” Both feature the romantic swing of the traditional pendulum which adds movement and life to the wall where it hangs. Pendulum clocks add life to the wall where they hang and accent the that area with a choice of styles and finishes to match your decor. Learn about Pendulum Wall Clocks Below: Keywound Pendulum Clocks These Pendulum Clocks are built with a […]
Adjusting the Pendulum on your Grandfather Clock
Posted on February 25, 2012 | By clockde
How to make your grandfather clock keep good time. Adjusting the Pendulum on Your Grandfather Clock How to speed up grandfather clock or slow down your grandfather clock. The pendulum length dictates how fast or how slow your grandfather clock will keep the proper time. If you take time to adjust it properly, the grandfather clock can keep exceptionally good time for a mechanical timekeeper. Most newer clocks use a metal pendulum which are very stable. […]
The Interior Light of Your Grandfather Clock
Posted on February 2, 2012 | By clockde
This will be helpful to those who wish to repair or add an interior light to their grandfather clock. Most interior lamps are mounted at the top of the grandfather clock with the shade pointed downward. This illuminates the weights and the pendulum of the grandfather clock in low light. It is a nice effect. Begin by removing the glass access panel on the right hand side of the grandfather clock. Side access panels […]
Chiming Owners Manual for The New England Company Clock
Posted on October 24, 2011 | By clockde
Chiming Quartz Movement Instructions 1. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS a) Release the pendulum guide (for pendulum movements only) from the transport-locking pin by gently pushing it sideways, allowing the guide to hang freely. Hang the pendulum on the pendulum guide. b) If the speaker is mounted directly to the quartz movement, the speaker will need to be temporarily removed in order to install the batteries. Grasp around the outer edges of the speaker with your fingers and […]
Sligh Grandfather Clock Setup
Posted on October 15, 2011 | By clockde
Printer Friendly PDF Version Setting Up Your Clock **If you are seeking a new grandfather clock, click “Grandfather Clocks“. 1. Unpack Remove contents from master carton: Pendulum – may be fastened to carton, or inside of clock cabinet (Fig. 1). Clock – Remove protective plastic bag. Parts Box – located under the grandfather clock; may contain cabinet key, winding crank or winding key, weights and a level, depending on model. Optional Parts may be packaged […]
Grandfather Clock Cabinet Care
Posted on October 10, 2011 | By clockde
Cabinet Care for Your Clock Methods of way to care of your grandfather clock cabinet depend on the age and condition of the grandfather clock. If your clock has a lacquer finish found on all quality grandfather clocks regardless of age, you may use the following instructions. Grandfather Clock with Scratches on the Finish: If your grandfather clock has scratches on the finish, you may cover the scratches with the following process. Take a clean […]
Grandfather Clock Care for anyone who owns a grandfather clock
Posted on September 8, 2011 | By clockde
Grandfather Clock Care 09-08-2011 How do I prolong the life of my Grandfather clock? Usual care for grandfather clocks is to have the clock oiled about every five years. Oiling the clock takes expertise by removing the hands and dial so the front of the movement can be accessed to apply the special types of oils used to reduce the friction in your grandfather clock. Most quality new grandfather clocks will run about 20+ year […]
Grandfather Clocks: Features
Posted on June 14, 2011 | By clockde | Leave a response
Grandfather Clocks – Feature Sets Chain Driven Westminster Chime Clocks These selections use 3 chains located behind the door that are pulled down once a week to raise the weights that power the clock as they drop down during the week. The Westminster chimes will plays a few notes on each quarter hour and then play the 16 note melody on the hour, then count the hour. There is a lever on the dial to […]
Clock Owners Manuals
Posted on June 3, 2011 | By clockde | 7 responses
Clock Owners Manuals Updated 10-16-2022 We are starting to publish links to all of the clock and Grandfather clock manuals we have available on this page. Some of these publications are the original, factory manuals and many we have enhanced to make it easier to understand. We have also included many help files with information not displayed in the manuals to help you better understand and enjoy your clock. Grandfather Clock Owners Manuals These […]
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