Special thanks to bangster, Richmccarty, specop, shutterbug, terofpa, Hayson, R. Croswell, Scottie-TX, RJSoftware, and all members of the NAWCC message board for helping to compile this information. Also special thanks to ebay member pats-clocks1960 for information from the British front. Resources Recommend adding each of these to your bookmarks and become familiar with them. Remember that everything on the Internet is copyright. Don't forget you need permission for non-personal use and reproduction. NAWCC Businesses and Horological Sites by Region http://www.nawcc.org/headquarters/memlinks.htm http://www.nawcc.org/business-directory Review: Between the NAWCC Member Links and the NAWCC business directory you should be able to locate almost every clock supply and repair business that is a NAWCC member. This is a great resource to lookup local clock related businesses and also to refer moving customers to. AWCI Watch and Clock Makers Referral Directory Watch-clock-makers.org | Site about watches Review: Similar to the NAWCC directories above but maintained by the American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute. BHI Professional Register http://www.bhi.co.uk/repairer.html Review: Similar to the above two directories but maintained by the British Horological Institute Limited. Best viewed with Internet Explorer, lists GradBHI, CMBHI, MBHI and FBHI. The Horological Foundation Antique Clocks, Watches and Barometers. (Antike Uhren, Antieke klokken, Horlogerie Ancienne) Review: International hotlist of horological parts and service providers. Bill's Clockworks: Clock Operating Instructions Clock Operating Instructions from Bill's Clockworks Review: These are checklists for setting up, operating, and adjusting various types of clocks in your home. Bill�€™s Clockworks also sells and repairs clocks if you browse the site. Smart Flix http://smartflix.com/store/category/5/Clocks Review: Selection of clock training video rentals. The popular clock and watch repair training videos are there with several other interesting categories like woodworking. Tick Tock Productions Clock repair & watch Repair DVD and online video courses for antique watches clocks. Review: Training videos for various clock repairs and cleaning techniques. Videos start at beginner level and increase to very advanced levels. Turn here when asking "What is the perfect tool for this job?" or "What's the right way?" W.R. Smith's Instructional Videos www.wrsmithclocks.com/videos.htm David Goodman's THIS OLD CLOCK (book) Available from Amazon. HERE's link. Review: good repair book for beginners. Focus is mainly American clocks> Good alternative or supplement to the dvd course, Clock Repair I & II by Tick Tock Productions. Also available VHS and DVD lessons on " The Recoil Escapement" and "Countwheel Striking". About Time Clockmaking www.abouttime-clockmaking.com David LaBounty's site is full of helpful repair tips, with instructional dvd's and online classes. Great site for beginners and experts alike. Mark Headrick's website, Abbey Clocks www.abbeyclock.com/ Instructional site with many great hints to repairing specific clocks. Worth the trip Tom Kloss's Spreadsheet for Mainspring Sizing http://www.tomsclocks.com/springcalc/Springcalc.xls http://www.tomsclocks.com/springcalc/readme.doc A useful tool for sizing mainsprings to fit that odd size barrel. CousinsUK list of Hermle movements with parts diagrams Document Downloads NAWCC-Board Shellac Tutorial Shellac 101: Shellac 101 Intro Shellac 201a: NAWCC Message Board Shellac 201b: NAWCC Message Board Shellac 201c: NAWCC Message Board Shellac 201d: NAWCC Message Board Review: Posted by craig regarding cutting and using shellac to restore a clock. General Clock Suppliers These companies carry a wide range of tools, parts, and supplies that cover most needs. Suggest you order a catalog from each business listed. This gives you an instant directory to parts and provides a reminder of where you have already checked. Most suppliers do not have adequate web sites. Also be sure to cruise around all these web sites when you have time. Many of them link to documentation, books, and other free resources that are invaluable! Timesavers Welcome to TimeSavers | Worldwide distributor of clock parts and repair material Review: Broad selection of clock parts and tools. Specialty items are usually limited to American clock types. Order a catalog $3. On-Line catalog and shopping is available. Merritts™ Antiques Inc. http://www.merritts.com Review: Offers good deals on movements, tools, and supplies. Keep eyes open and check often. Grab the newsletters and the catalog $3. Meadows & Passmore http://www.m-p.co.uk Review: UK-based with extensive supplies. Parts for French, German, English, etc. clocks. On-Line catalog is available and touch-tone phone ordering system. Order or download the catalog. Website has lots of additional links and documentation to look through. Here is one for calculating a French clock's pendulum length using the numbers on the movement: http://www.m-p.co.uk/formulae/frpend.htm Cousins UK http://www.cousinsuk.com Review: UK-based compare with M&P. Source for books and documentation. Parts for Kieninger, Luxor, Mauthe, and Westclox to name a few. Freight by signature required on US shipments will cost extra but likely to reach you safely. Order the catalog:it is listed under Books & Catalogs/Practical & General Interest (free + overseas shipping). R & M Imports http://www.randmimports.com Review: General clock supplies. Order the catalog $3.50. Refunded first order. Ronell Clock Company http://www.ronellclock.com Review: Compare with Timesavers. Less comprehensive inventory; often lower prices. No minimum-order charge. Finding King http://www.findingking.com Review: Very useful site. Try finding your items here to compare prices or just browse around. Eg- $50 movements. No catalog available. Dashto Horological Services http://www.dashto.com Review: Used & New inventory of parts, tools, books, and supplies available via Credit Card or Paypal. On-line only, check site often. Catalog does not apply; no regular inventory. Norkro http://www.norkro.com Review: Clock parts at wholesale prices. Lots of problems with web site. No catalog available. H & W Perrin Company Ltd email: sales@perrin.on.ca Canadian clock and watch parts supplier located in Toronto, Ontario Phone # 1-800-387-5117 catalogue available H.S. Walsh & Sons www.hswalsh.com clock and barometer parts, jewellers tools, catalogue available, helpful staff UK location Mile Hi Clock Supplies http://www.milehiclocksupplies.com Review: Manufacturers of the Keystone Clockmakers Tools. Includes depthing, bushing/staking, and mainspring winder tools. Otto Frei http://www.ottofrei.com/Round-c-881/ Small precision files; most kinds of jeweler's tools McMaster Hardware http://www.mcmaster.com/# Carries an incredible inventory of hardware items, including screws, nuts, and everything else MrMetric http://www.mrmetric.com Metric nuts, bolts, screws, anything metric R&N Horological U.K. http://www.rnhorological.co.uk/default.htm Yorkshire clock builders http://www.ycbclocks.co.uk/index1.html Selva Clock Supplies (Germany) http://www.selva.de/default.php?language=en Complete line of clock supplies & related materials. Uncle Larry's Watch SHOP http://www.execulink.com/~lfoord/tools.html#clock Complete line of watch & clock parts, tools, & supplies Specialized Clock Suppliers These companies specialize in one type or arena of clock repair. You will only need to engage these businesses if you are working within their specialty. Al Bodrie Neon Clocks Specializes in Neon Clocks www.alboco.us Phone # 248-240-9155 Clockworks http://www.clockworks.com Review: Clock kits and related movements. Check if about to clean or repair a modern movement or a kit--they might have an "upgrade". Large stock of Hermle. Reports of not returning support calls. Black Forest Imports http://blackforestimports.com/ Review: Specialized in cuckoos and Hermle. C-clips and e-clips https://www.teamassociated.com/parts/hardware/clips/ [Clock Prints http://www.clockprints.com Review: A limited selection of pre-made replacement clock faces that come on high quality paper. Horolovar (740-277-7083) email horolovar@gmail.com Chris Nimon, owner. PO box 942, Lancaster, Ohio 43130-0942 Review: 400-day & torsion clock parts & supplies Butterworth Clocks http://www.butterworthclocks.com/index.html Review: Specializes in complete movements and conversions. Cuckoo movements. Frankenmuth Clock Company http://www.frankenmuthclock.com Review: Cuckoo, ku-ku, coo coo, and koo-koo, clocks and parts. Prima Bead Company http://www.primabead.com/Chain-C450.aspx Review: Source for small chain, for chime lift levers and other purposes. Many different sizes, styles, and materials. Clockspares http://www.clockspares.co.uk Review: Dial and movement parts for longcase etc. Wardle Clock materials http://www.johnwardle.co.uk Review: Source for quality Fusee, English, and French clocks. Especially English longcase material. OLD FEZZIWIG http://stores.ebay.com/Old-Fezziwigs-Clocks-and-Parts Review: Reproduction clock parts; Seth Thomas, Howard etc. Parts for collectible military firearms, Lionel trains other collectibles. A G Thomas http://www.agthomas.co.uk Review: Watch, some clock and jewelry supplies. Torrington Clocks http://www.torringtonclockco.com Don Bruno's website. If you need anything relating to wooden works clock movements, contact Don Just in Time Custom Clock Dials Douglas F. Legge 19 Hubert Court Cambridge, Ontario N3C 3R2, Canada www.justintimeclockdials.com Custom Made Clock Dials and Beat Scales, Uncompromising Quality and Service Email: d.legge@rogers.com Home phone: 519-651-2095 Glass domes http://www.glassdome.com/cart/detail.cfm?auto=356 • Electrical cords and supplies http://www.grandbrass.com/catalog.cf...ry=Cord Sets Modern & vintage-style plugs and cords, including cloth-covered, twisted, etc. http://www.sundialwire.com/ Vintage wiring supplies, plugs, etc. • DUTCH clock parts supplier Luitzen Tasma, Hoofdweg 52, NL - 8383 EH Nijensleek Nederland Tel: 0031-521-383 800 (Nijensleek is just near to Steenwijk) They have also a website (valutaklokken.nl) which shows their full production catalog and also an email address (friese@klokonderdelen.nl) • Thru-Carpet Spikes for Stabilizing Tall Case Clocks Parts Express super-toe-spike-set-4-pcs--240-730 Tools & Shop Supplies These businesses primarily carry tools and supplies that are specific or very useful to clock repair. Exceptional products noted in review blocks. Many of these companies carry a broader stock so be sure to check them out yourself. Homestead Finishing http://www.homesteadfinishing.com Review: The best source for shellac--look under finishes. Cut your own or buy liquid. Homestead-brand liquid form is available concentrated with a shelf life of one year while Zinsser-brand has a three year shelf life but we have reports of the can leaking. Also available are all supplies needed for cutting your own shellac. Be sure to pickup what you need. Rockler Woodworking & Hardware http://www.rockler.com Review: Excellent source for Zinsser shellac and other woodworking supplies and hardware. Many local stores, on-line shopping, and mail-order catalog available. Blogs on the website are useful for woodworkers. McMaster-Carr http://www.mcmaster.com Review: Go here to get metal and plastic materials. They also have Lab/Office Supplies, Plumbiing, Ducting, HVAC, Electrical, Tools, Machinery, and other Raw Materials. CASWELL http://www.caswellplating.com Review: Supplies to maintain metal and antique finishes. The Plug n Plate will spot-repair any damaged metal surface you have for about $40. Consider gold, silver, brass, and copper on clocks. Forums are available on this site for any questions regarding metal finishing. Rio Grande http://www.riogrande.com Review: The best source for jewelers tools in the US. Compare with Sutton Tools in the UK. Getting started requires that you submit for a new account and wait 24-hours for a customer service representative to contact you before you can sign-in to the website or order a free catalog. Worth the trouble. On-line shopping available. Gesswein http://www.gesswein.com Review: High-end jeweler tools and supplies in the US. Order the catalog if you are looking for a new edge or developing a new technique. Website must be viewed with Internet Explorer or you stick on the front page. Non-IE users: 1-800-243-4466. Sutton Tools http://www.suttontools.co.uk Review: UK-Based jeweler supplier. Better stock than US shops but overseas shipping is too expensive to recommend regular purchases. Try them if RioGrande, Gesswein, TimeSavers, Empire, FindingKing and Merrits all fail you. Talas http://www.talasonline.com/ hardware, fasteners, lots of interesting products for clock restoration. New Life Wood Conditioners http://www.newlifewoodconditioners.com Review: New Life Furniture Masque is highly recommended for cleaning without damaging the finish. Safe for cleaning a shellac base. Skidmore's http://www.skidmores.com Review: Natural treatments for leather and wood. Contains beeswax. Skidmore's Wood Finish Cleaner is recommended for cleaning delicate finishes such as French-polish with a Shellac base. Briwax http://www.briwax.com Review: A natural wax made from beeswax. Very old recipe since 1860 tested and works great to wax over and protect old finishes. Apply after cleaning to get a shine and protective coat. DecalPaper.com http://www.decalpaper.com Review: Use waterslide decal paper to create decals to repair ruined dials from digital recreations. Digital recreations can come from scanned dials or photographs. Consider making a digital backup dial before using a resilvering kit. Mumford Micro Systems http://www.bmumford.com Review: Inventor of the Microset precision clock and watch timer. Buy directly for the latest version and extra features. Mile Hi Clock Supplies http://www.milehiclocksupplies.com Review: Manufacturers of the Keystone Clockmakers Tools. Includes depthing, bushing/staking, and mainspring winder tools. J M Wilde http://www.j-m-w.co.uk Review: Manufacturer of special and traditional tools/parts for the clock and watch maker. Micromark www.micromark.com/ small tools and hardware. Vandyke Restorers http://www.vandykes.com/ Restoration supplies for woodworkers, homeowners, and antique restorers Nick's Fonts www.nicksfonts.com himself@nicksfonts.com Review: Nick is available for contract to recreate any font you provide samples of. Restore multiple identical clocks in a snap or digitally recreate an extremely rare dial or label before it fades away completely. Website also has hundreds of existing deco and nouveau fonts that may match the writing on you clock dial or labels Timekeepers Workbench http://www.timekeepersworkbench.com Review: Gear cutters and tech info on wheel cutting. Columbia Organ Leathers http://www.columbiaorgan.com/col/skins.htm 915 Lancaster Avenue, Columbia, PA 17512 800-4237003 or 717-684-2108 Review:Genuine leather materials for any clock that requires leather parts (Cuckoo, organ, trumpeter, etc) If not sure of your requirements consult with an expert before ordering. They have many, many choices to pick from and material thickness can be critical to proper clock operation. Sherline Products Inc. http://www.sherline.com/ 3235 Executive Ridge, Vista, California 92081-8527 1-800-541-0735 or 1-760-727-5857 Review: Tabletop and benchtop precision manual and cnc lathes, cnc milling machines, and machine shop accessories for light industrial and home shop use. The Morgan Pivot Polisher http://www.clockbug.com/morganpivotpolisher/index.htm[/B] 877-844-0823 Ask for the Clockbug Review: Automated pivot polishing and burnishing machine[ Ball and Ball Antique Hardware Reproduction and Restorations www.ballandball-us.com/index.html 463 W. Lincoln Hwy, Exton, PA 19341-2705 Sales and special works 800-257-3711 or customer service 610-363-7330 Review:If they don't already have your hardware needs in stock they can repair or create from scratch Fendley and Cox www.fendley-cox.com/ 1530 Etain Street, Irving, TX 75060 972-986-7698 Review: Wheel and pinion cutting service Accu Machine and Tool 370 New Road, Normandy, Tenn. 37360 931-857- 3612 Ask for Brent Hitt. Makes the new Ollie Baker mainspring winders. Call for parts or service. Horton Brasses http://www.horton-brasses.com/ Antique reproductions of hinges, door catches, etc. Plating:. http://providenceplating.com/ MuggyWeld Material for repairing pot metal castings, etc. These companies offer specific services that you might find useful. Goodacre Engraving http://www.goodacre.ndirect.co.uk Review: Excellent workmanship on dial work etc. Timewise (formerly Tani Engineering) 330-947-0047 email: twclock08@att.net Larry Wise Custom Made Mainsprings Thompson's Clock Shop http://www.thompsonsclockshop.com/carving.htm Highland, NY - somewhere between NYC and Albany, NY 845-691-7373 Review:Custom made cuckoo clock hands. Worth a look just for the web page graphics Restored Clocks http://www.restoredclocks.com Review: Specialized in Conservation & Restoration of fine English and French clocks. The Dial House http://www.dialhouse.net Review: The best place to send a dial that is damaged and needs expertly refinished. Not too expensive. Dial Painter http://www.dialpainter.com/ Dial Painting in England. Will accept dials from anywhere Time Saver Dials http://nawcc.org/mart_marketplace/assets/2012_november_mm_timesaver.pdf Restoration and Custom design ACA Paper Restoration, Inc. http://www.acapaperrestoration.com/about.shtml Review: ACA Paper Restoration, Inc. handles both the restoration and conservation of works on paper. Possibly a place to have a paper dial restored. Arlington Books http://www.arlingtonbooks.com Review: Who is Tran Duy Ly?? never heard of him....... if you haven't this is a must visit site. Fret's Pages www.frets.com/FRETSPAGES/Luthier/Tehnique/Glue/UseHideGlue/usehideglue1.html Frank Ford method of using hide glue Review:Interesting article on hide glue. String instrument oriented site, but possible other crossover topics of interest as well. Carlton McLendon, Inc http://www.rarewoodsandveneers.com/pages/home.htm Supplier of rare wood and veneers. Paragon Electronics - Ultrasonics Sales & Service http://www.paragonultrasonics.com Jeff Parigian 6861 SW 196 Ave. #404, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33332 (954) 434-8191 Fax: (954) 434-8385 paragonfla@bellsouth.net • Lonestar Technical Services http://www.ultrasonicrepair.com 210-651-4006 Bracken, Texas Ithaca Calendar Clocks http://www.ithacacalendarclocks.com 607-387-7104 Joel Warren is a master carver who can make those hard to find finials and other carved case parts and mouldings. Brocot Escapement Ruby Jewels www.watchmaker.net NAWCC member and master clock & watchmaker Jim Michaels offers original old-new stock jewels. Atmos Bellows Repair Kitztech - Jeff Kitz http://www.kitztech.com/bellows.htm Please post corrections and add vendors that would improve the clock community as a whole. Please avoid adding businesses that exist on the other AWCI and NAWCC lists unless they add something very distinct like a service or tool that can't be gotten anywhere else. Be sure to include a review.
