Old Clock Worth Fixing?

[Rod]

From the description given you have a 400 day clock..You may want to post your question in that section of this MB..I`m sure you will get an answer from someone......
Rod

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NAWCC # 0058915

[tymekeypur]

Hello ~ 'tis indeed an 'Anniversary' or torsion clock...any competent clockmaker should be able to repair it w/little trouble
...parts, including glass domes, are readily available from various supply houses and, considering the operating beauty of these timepieces, well worth the moderate costs involved...

[Dick Feldman]

Calann,
Please understand that it is inappropriate to discuss value, price, etc. on this board.
That is stated on in the upper right corner of each page on this board.
If you would like to know what a representative clock would cost, which is one measure of value, check similar clocks for sale on ebay.
I have a few clocks with sentimental value, that cannot be bought. I have others with a price. Value sometimes is relative and does not have much to do with price.
Send me an picture of your clock and I will be happy to give you any information I may have.
Dick Feldman
fourburros@AOL.com
Berthoud, Colorado

[Mike306p/Ansoniaman]

Calann . I have found that usually the suspension spring is either damaged or broken on this type of clock.(the clock has a lock down mechanism on the suspension spring and should not be moved without locking it first or the suspension spring might break or become damaged .) These and the domes are available at parts houses reasonable too as stated earlier . I hope this helps you . See if you have a local chapter in your area and maybe one of the folks will assist you, I have had a lot of help at our local level.Mike 0136966

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[Bob Vasquez]

If the repair came to me, the cost to repair would significantly go over the value of the clock, even after it was restored. I'll give you an example. I was given a 400 day clock missing the pendulum and dome. I ordered these parts from Horvorlor and did not ask how much for these parts. The price for the parts was well over double of what the clock was worth, but it still runs in my house. Point here, most everyday 400 day clocks have very little value. Bob V.

[DavidEFahrenholz]

I disagree in that they are not worth fixing. These types of clocks are climbing in value since quartz is all you can get anymore. The problem most people run into is the service. Easy to repair but looks harder than it really is. This oftens puts people out.

David E Fahrenholz
Fahrenholz Clock & Watch
NAWCC #0156368

[DavidEFahrenholz]

Calann,
usually the suspension spring needs adjustment. The best thing to do is purchase the Holovar book and follow the guidelines. This is easier than explaining on this site. If you do not feel comfortable check with a clockmaker on service and repair.

David E Fahrenholz
Fahrenholz Clock & Watch
NAWCC #0156368

[bil2054]

:smile: Just thought I'd add my two cents worth on the "value" of these things;
Ebay auction price....$15.00
Shipping cost.....$10.00
Second hand Horolovar book....$6.75
Suspension parts, cleaning supplies, etc. ... about $12.00
Watching that pendulum twirl back and forth, marking the passage of (now) months.... Priceless!

Bill Miller

[Mike306p/Ansoniaman]

I agree with Bill. PRICELESS watching that thing work!AMAZING it is! :biggrin: Mike 0136966

[doug sinclair]

Calann,

Speaking as someone who makes his living servicing clocks and watches, I generally refrain from telling people whether their item is worth repair or not. From an intrisic point of view, it may not be. From a sentimental or esthetic point of view, it may well be. I see my mandate as being to tell the customer what they have, what is wrong with it, what it will require to make it serviceable, what the price will be, and most importantly, if I can guarantee the job. If I feel I can't guarantee the job, I let them know up front. In this instance, I generally refuse the job.

Believe me, if I was only ever presented with stuff that was "worth fixing" from an intrinsic point of view, it would be tough to make a living. Thank Heaven for sentiment!

If you are able to have a competent job done on your clock and it gives you good service, you will consider the money well spent.

Doug S.