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2009-11-21 Clocks, Watches - how to clean windup clock mech.:

Hello Don, There is no safe way to clean a Asian clock without tearing it down and releasing power on the mainsprings. I caint warn you enough not to take the plates apart, only a qualified clocksmith

2009-11-21 Clocks, Watches - Seth Thomas Tambour Mantel Electric:

I think the electric cord you are looking for is the same size as those used on old kitchen appliances (waffle irons, toasters, etc..) I have found them at Goodwill and Salvation Army stores. The other

2009-11-20 Clocks, Watches - Urgos Bell Chime Movement:

Gerry, I think the floating balance is the standard one that was used on most clocks of that nature. It is correct that the company that manufactured these floating balances is no longer in business.

2009-11-20 Clocks, Watches - pocket watch:

Steven, Here is what I can tell you for sure. The watch is a private label watch. That means that they had a manufacturer make the watch but put the Thos J Thomas watch co. name on it. The watch

2009-11-20 Clocks, Watches - two grandfather clocks:

Ron, I just send you an answer, but I received a note from Allexperts that said it did not send. For the Herschede, I have included below, my standard instructions on diagnosing a clock not running