Clocks

this clock is a homemade one. it is pretty, however it does not work. do u have any ideas on wht i can do to make it useable in another other than throwing it away. it has a pretty picture onit no glass on the front i think thenumbers can be pryied off. so any suggestions will be appreciated. th;anks

At places like ‘JoAnn Fabrics’ stores – or craft stores, they have new works for clocks. They are inexpensive. You might take your clock to such a store to see if what they have to offer will fit into the clock itself. As for the glass, take the clock to a place that cuts glass, and have them cut, and perhaps fit new glass on the clock itself.

Best wishes.

My folks have a mantle clock that is old – the kind with the key to wind up the spring to make it run.

One guy who fixed it years ago told him that when it isn’t running, he should store it "wound" – that is, wind it before storing it without setting the pendulum in motion so the spring stays tense during storage. He said the spring will last longer that way and that if you don’t do this, the spring will deteriorate faster.

Is this true? and… why?

when the spring is unwound it exposes more metal to the air, there for allowing more area to rust,

Depending on what type of movement you have can make a difference. First get some oil and apply it to the pivots with a fine needle. Then apply oil to the tips of the escape wheel It should have 15 or 17 teeth.
If it has a pendulum get it to swing. If it has an balance wheel give it a spin. Make sure you have the clock on a level surface.

What is the little wind up key above the 12 O’clock for and how should it be used?
What is the third hole on the top of the face for?

Mantle clocks typically have two coil springs that have to be wound — usually weekly. One is to run the clock escapement (time) and one to run the chimes. If you can turn the key in a clockwise direction with little effort and it never offers any resistance — the spring is broken. If there is only one "hole" for the key to fit in on the clock face there are no chimes — don’t use too much force for the test — old clocks should be serviced and properly lubricated if not in regular use for extended periods. If you can wind the clock — then you have to carefully start the pendulem movement. A clock shop can easily advise you on the condition and value of the clock if you can’t get it running — at no cost for a quick analysis. Repairs may not be worthwhile — check out the model online with a google search for its value before going to the clock shop. A good test of the shops ethics.

I am trying to find the time period or episodes that might show this clock — it is not the one in Barnabas’ home that slopes down on each side, this one is perfectly rectangular with 3 colums on each side of the clock face. Anyone remember this? Thanks.

OMG your talking 40 years ago!!! who could remember that? Well I guess you can. I don’t know the answer but I use to watch it as a kid. I loved the show and always wanted to live in that BIG spooky house.. its what got me into loving scary movies and haunted houses…. Is it back on TV??? If so tell me all about it! PLEASE. email me. thanks,,,