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Expertise
I will answer any clock repair questions to the best of my ability but not appraisal questions.
Experience in the area
I have been repairing mechanical and electric clocks for over 25 years.
Publications
I am a current expert in the small appliance catagory.
Education/Credentials
BS Education
Past/Present Clients
We have been in business in the Madison, Wi. area for over 30 years.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
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| Jeanne | 05/23/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you Wayne!!! I appreciate it. We ..... |
| Daniel | 05/22/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Derek | 05/17/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Wayne/AllExperts, Thank you for your responce i'll ..... |
| Rob | 04/24/12 | 9 | 10 | 10 | Exactly what i needed to know. Answerd ..... |
| Alan McMaster | 04/16/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for the prompt response. |
Recent Answers from Wayne
2012-05-23 Moving grandmother clock:
It is a good idea to keep in the upright position but sometimes you can not. If you are laying it down, take off the weights and pendulum and tie a string or wire through all of the chains close to the
2012-05-22 Synchron motor needs:
If you can take a picture of the clock motor and send it to me I may be able to help you. I will tell you that the 16 rpm may be a problem. Almost all of the motors available are 1 rpm. I have to see
2012-05-15 Sessions mantle clock gong adjustment:
If there is a nut with screw thread on it to hold the minute hand on it will be easy to adjust. Loosen the nut and you should be able to move the hand enough to align with the correct time. Tighten the
2012-05-10 Mantel clock:
Without seeing the clock it is difficult to say as Seth Thomas made the same movements for many years. Sometimes there is a date on the back of the movement but that may only indicate the patent date
2012-04-23 I may buy this clock:
It looks like it may be a Waterberry but there is not enough detail in the photo to tell. It looks like the name Waterberry & Co. on the label on the back. I think it is a one day weight driven clock
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