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Next up on the bench is a mistreated 1904 8-day Gilbert “Congo” antique clock. This clock has many issues and requires an extensive overhaul. Watch my step-by-step process of how I give this clock a second chance.
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In this video, you'll see:
0:00 - Introduction
1:57 - Removing dial and hands
3:05 - Removing movement
3:58 - Surfshark
5:31 - Magnified Movement
6:46 - Letting down mainsprings
9:23 - Disassembling movement
13:43 - E. A. Hammond History
15:20 - Cleaning and lubricating mainsprings
21:18 - Cleaning movement
26:37 - Assembling mainsprings
29:30 - Hammer Repair
33:47 - Assembling movement
38:35 - Correcting Strike
44:26 - Oiling movement
46:02 - Door Repair
51:49 - Installing dial and hands
53:04 - Test & BPM adjustment
- How to remove a clock movement from a Gilbert mantle clock.
- How to disassemble and assemble a clock movement from a Gilbert mantle clock.
- How to wind and unwind loop-end clock mainsprings using a clock mainspring winder.
- How to clean and lubricate clock mainsprings.
- How to clean a clock movement from a Gilbert mantle clock.
- How to repair loose door from a Gilbert mantle clock.
- How to repair damaged leather tip from a Gilbert mantle clock.
- How to correct continuous striking for a Gilbert mantle clock.
- How to oil a clock.
- How to calculate a clock's Beats Per Minute (BPM) by counting wheel teeth and pinions.
I hope you liked this video. Please feel free to like, comment, and subscribe. :)
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