My first clock

[david carlson]

I bought my first clock to work on. We were walking by an antique store and told my wife lets just walk in and check it out. They had a lot of nice old clocks in there that were working. I just happened to ask the owner if they had a clock that didn’t work and they showed me this one. It is a 1910 Gilbert. She sold it to me for $20.00. It is missing the rod, pendulum and key, but I figured I can find those.

The case and dial are in great shape. The glass has no scratches in it. But you can tell it has sat a long time. It is full of dirt and grime. Even some spider webs.

I have been watching the clock videos and am anxious to get started taking it apart. I have already taken the movement out of the case. And added some oil to some places and letting it sit. Thinking it might help pulling it apart.

• This topic was modified 3 years ago by Tamas Richard.

[Bob Tascione]

You got a great deal on that clock Sisu!
That’s a very good clock movement to begin with. Good choice and have fun.

Bob

[bernie weishapl]

Great find and price. Study the video’s carefully especially about mainsprings before disassembly.

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