Basically I only overhaul/ repair antique movements, or those that the movements are no longer in production. Most clocks have a 25-30 year life cycle, after that time they have generally have enough wear and tear that pivots need polishing and bushings need to be replaced and that is the basic core of it. Springs, cables, and other wearable parts also sometimes need replacing. Some modern clock movements use / used inferior metals compared to the antique ones making repairs less effective no matter the competency of the person doing it. There are a lot of factors that go into deciding whether I replace or repair, but generally if the movement manufacturer is still in business and the new movement they currently make still retain the same quality as the original, I tend to just install a new movement. I also sell with a warranty and I want to be able to sell whatever clock it is with the confidence that the new owners will be getting 20-30 years out of it.
Finally a new-ish mantel clock with a normal shaped case, without a weird thing over the top
I seem to hear a lot that the old movements are always pulled and replaced. Is it because there beyond repair?
Basically I only overhaul/ repair antique movements, or those that the movements are no longer in production.
Most clocks have a 25-30 year life cycle, after that time they have generally have enough wear and tear that pivots need polishing and bushings need to be replaced and that is the basic core of it. Springs, cables, and other wearable parts also sometimes need replacing.
Some modern clock movements use / used inferior metals compared to the antique ones making repairs less effective no matter the competency of the person doing it.
There are a lot of factors that go into deciding whether I replace or repair, but generally if the movement manufacturer is still in business and the new movement they currently make still retain the same quality as the original, I tend to just install a new movement.
I also sell with a warranty and I want to be able to sell whatever clock it is with the confidence that the new owners will be getting 20-30 years out of it.
2:28 a quarter chime sounded.
Nice
Is this clock still for sale or has it been sold already?
This one sold a while back.
@@McGuiresClocksIncAustin Can we see an update on the Howard Milker Authur clock? Westminister Chime?
I saw one at an antiqurle store but it was so expensive
Where can I send you a few pictures of my grandfather clock? I would like to know if you can identify which model it is. Thanks
Liftmaster1280 jasonomni@sbcglobal.net
@@McGuiresClocksIncAustin thanks
@Garagedoortech97 can you video it ?
Can I have this
I am getting something similar nrxt week for 100$ at a antique shop
En cuantosale ese reloj
Tiene embio amexico
I hope you close because of the vieris