Warren Telechron Type B Master Clock

This video shows a Warren Telechron Type B Master Clock in operation and explains how this clock was used by Power Stations to insure they were generating power at exactly 60 cycles per second. Once the mainspring is wound the movement is self winding as long as the Telechron motor is in operation.

[@robertcupp5528]

Great video, you solved a great mystery to me on these and the dial.

[@SelfWindingClocks]

Hi Robert, I am so happy to hear that the video made the clock understandable. Thank you for taking the time to let me know. Alan

[@stevemurphy9807]

Excellent video, thanks, Alan.

[@SelfWindingClocks]

Thank you Steve

[@petertimefortea3502]

Hi Alan, another great video, thank you.

[@SelfWindingClocks]

Thank You Peter

[@bass_lander]

Great video, thank you.

[@SelfWindingClocks]

That is very kind of you. Thanks

[@johnc8304]

Very well done as all your informational videos are! Thank you for providing these!

[@SelfWindingClocks]

Thank you John. I am pleased that they are informational. I like to share my appreciation for these great horological treasures.

[@jamesweekes6726]

Thank you very much Allan for taking the time to produce a very interesting video.

[@SelfWindingClocks]

Thank you James. I do like to share these interesting clocks. Wonderful technology from many years ago. And still working!

[@jamesweekes6726]

@@SelfWindingClocks I saw that you have it connected. I hope that you have a direct line to the supervisor at the local power station in case you notice things "drifting"!

[@SelfWindingClocks]

@@jamesweekes6726 Funny you say that. I swear I see a tiny fluctuation and I think it the power people and not the clock.

[@AJ67901]

Great video. I've wanted to find one of these for a long time.

[@SelfWindingClocks]

Thank you. Keep looking. They show up for sale every once in a while.

[@billm4212]

Great video, Alan. I live in Henry Warren’s home town and have restored three or four of these B’s. They certainly are interesting time pieces. Thank you for your efforts here :-)

[@SelfWindingClocks]

Thank you Bill. Living in Henry Warren's home town means these clocks are a perfect fit for you. I hope you kept one for yourself.

[@francesdelucia]

Hello, I have a Master Clock #55 Type B, 110 volts and 60 cycles Pat Oct 29, 18. The clock mechanism is intact and I have the pendulum. It has the original glass over the dial and the case. The wood needs to be glued back together in areas and there is a split in one area. What would this be worth? What is the cost to repair/restore?

[@shedactivist]

Another fantastic video of a fantastic clock. Where do you find them. Always a delight to see your videos

[@SelfWindingClocks]

Thanks Matt. 40+ years of collecting.

[@JessAshby]

Another great video, Alan. How long had you been working on this one? I was thrilled to see serial #144 made some cameos even though it’s been with me a while!

[@SelfWindingClocks]

Thanks Jess, The videos of the movement running are #144 taken some years ago. The rest was done recently. Thanks for watching and hope you guys are doing well.

[@liljimmy8644]

I'm actually from Ashland Originally and Back in the Early 70s I use to go up to the Warren Farm on Elliot and Chestnut in his Old Barn Workshop..I see a Type B for sale..What would be a price range for one? I have several of His Clocks and a Few Early Serial Numbered ones. THANKS for the Video and Lesson on Mr Warren's Type B Master Clock..Too Kool.

[@SelfWindingClocks]

Hi Jimmy, wow you really have some fantastic connection to the Warren's. That is great! As far as price range on Type B's, I really don't know. I paid $950 for mine in 2003. I have seen them for less and more. They don't come up often and need to be complete for parts would be difficult to find. Since you have some Warren clocks and the workshop connection this would be a perfect addition. Thank you for sharing your Ashland history and Good luck finding a Type B.
Alan

[@tonyturner8496]

Hi, great video! I have a mostly complete clock like this one. I'm working on getting it going again but am looking for parts. It looks like I need the motor assembly, mainspring assembly (the complete assemblies that mount on the mechanical movement) and the hands. Do you have any spare parts available or know where I may be able to find them? Thanks for any help or information!

[@SelfWindingClocks]

Hi Tony, Very difficult to find parts. I do not have any spare parts. You best bet is to look for a junker and hope it has what you need. Good luck and thanks for watching my video.

[@danielc1852]

Hi, I just found one of these at a flea market - amazing technology for the time. Mine is missing the Pendulum assembly though (Model B) where would I source/fabricate one of these?

[@SelfWindingClocks]

Hi Daniel, I checked with a few fellow collectors and no one has an extra pendulum. Best bet is to watch on eBay for a junker. The suspension spring is unique. Hopefully yours has the suspension parts. Good luck, Alan

[@AJ67901]

question - is the mechanical movement a wind up 8 day clock?

[@SelfWindingClocks]

Great question. I neglected to mention that the clock is self winding. The winding hole in the dial is to wind the mainspring when starting the first time. The movement is amazing and keeps the spring wound once in operation. If the pendulum stops the mainspring can over wind and break. A beautiful movement.

[@AJ67901]

@@SelfWindingClocks Thanks for that info. I guess watching your video was kismet for me. I just found and bought one of these this morning.

[@SelfWindingClocks]

@@AJ67901 I am delighted for you. Good news and enjoy.