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Standard Electric Time Relay Fabrication
We fabricate replacement relay modules for a Standard Electric Time clock.
Contact Us at minnesotawatches.com if you need similar replacements.
Link to the rest of the restoration video for this clock: th-cam.com/video/_LMAsQqhqHo/w-d-xo.html
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Standard Electric Time Wiring Repair
มุมมอง 1.8Kหลายเดือนก่อน
Here's another Standard Electric time that came in for service - this clock had been modified by a previous owner. We compare this modified clock to an original clock and restore this clock to original functionality. Link to the video showing fabrication of the replacement relay modules: th-cam.com/video/GFZljnseXXM/w-d-xo.html
Another Standard Electric Time Clock Restoration
มุมมอง 5115 หลายเดือนก่อน
A viewer brought in a Standard Electric Time clock for service. We previously did an exhaustive series on the restoration of a very similar clock; this video shows the wear and tear on another example and the process to bring it back to life.
Welch Spring Regulator Restoration
มุมมอง 75511 หลายเดือนก่อน
We fix up some wood shrinkage and other case damage and talk through the operation of this fascinating perpetual calendar regulator clock.
Identifying Your American Pocket Watch
มุมมอง 17Kปีที่แล้ว
Pocket watches are full of beauty, engineering, and history. Join us as we learn how to research our watch's history using the information on the watch itself and the amazing PocketWatchDatabase.com online database. Note: This video applies to American-made pocket watches.
E Howard Street Clock Restoration Part 6
มุมมอง 1.7Kปีที่แล้ว
In this part we finally get the movement running and the clock finished! Thanks for sticking through to the end! Part 1 - Introduction: th-cam.com/video/DcoBNreEMcY/w-d-xo.html Part 2 - Foundation: th-cam.com/video/OUf329pcqDo/w-d-xo.html Part 3 - Head assembly: th-cam.com/video/lCQxeWlYiCg/w-d-xo.html Part 4 - Erecting the clock: th-cam.com/video/sypvIMtV25k/w-d-xo.html Part 5 - Lock/key, elec...
E Howard Street Clock Restoration Part 5
มุมมอง 833ปีที่แล้ว
In this part, we work on some details of the clock installation including the electrical work, weather sealing, work on the lock, and making a spare key. Part 1 - Introduction: th-cam.com/video/DcoBNreEMcY/w-d-xo.html Part 2 - Foundation: th-cam.com/video/OUf329pcqDo/w-d-xo.html Part 3 - Head assembly: th-cam.com/video/lCQxeWlYiCg/w-d-xo.html Part 4 - Erecting the clock: th-cam.com/video/sypvIM...
E Howard Street Clock Restoration Part 4
มุมมอง 1.4K2 ปีที่แล้ว
In this part, we erect the clock with the assistance of a crane, assemble the head, and begin work on the interior components. Part 1 - Introduction: th-cam.com/video/DcoBNreEMcY/w-d-xo.html Part 2 - Foundation: th-cam.com/video/OUf329pcqDo/w-d-xo.html Part 3 - Head assembly: th-cam.com/video/lCQxeWlYiCg/w-d-xo.html Part 4 - Erecting the clock (this video): th-cam.com/video/sypvIMtV25k/w-d-xo.h...
E Howard Street Clock Restoration Part 3
มุมมอง 1.2K2 ปีที่แล้ว
In this installment we assemble the casting components making up the head of the clock, do some accent painting, and repair the upper motion works. Part 1 - Introduction: th-cam.com/video/DcoBNreEMcY/w-d-xo.html Part 2 - Foundation: th-cam.com/video/OUf329pcqDo/w-d-xo.html Part 3 - Head assembly (this video): th-cam.com/video/lCQxeWlYiCg/w-d-xo.html Part 4 - Erecting the clock: th-cam.com/video...
E Howard Street Clock Restoration Part 2
มุมมอง 9762 ปีที่แล้ว
In this part we build the foundation for the clock - a big hole, custom metal rebar structure, and 62 bags of concrete. Part 1 - Introduction: th-cam.com/video/DcoBNreEMcY/w-d-xo.html Part 2 - Foundation (this video): th-cam.com/video/OUf329pcqDo/w-d-xo.html Part 3 - Head assembly: th-cam.com/video/lCQxeWlYiCg/w-d-xo.html Part 4 - Erecting the clock: th-cam.com/video/sypvIMtV25k/w-d-xo.html Par...
E Howard Street Clock Restoration Part 1
มุมมอง 2.2K2 ปีที่แล้ว
This video begins a very special project - the restoration and installation of an E Howard street clock from 1903. This clock is the real deal, including the original mechanical movement. Part 1 - Introduction (this video): th-cam.com/video/DcoBNreEMcY/w-d-xo.html Part 2 - Foundation: th-cam.com/video/OUf329pcqDo/w-d-xo.html Part 3 - Head assembly: th-cam.com/video/lCQxeWlYiCg/w-d-xo.html Part ...
Can you overwind a clock or watch?
มุมมอง 31K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Often clocks and watches are described as having been "Overwound". What does that mean?
Astronomical Regulator Restoration Part 2
มุมมอง 2K2 ปีที่แล้ว
In part 2 of this series, the movement is back together and making first ticks. We dig into the pendulum construction mystery and make a small functional upgrade to make the clock easier to setup - an adjustable beat setting device. Part 1 of the series:
Astronomical Regulator Restoration Part 1
มุมมอง 1.7K2 ปีที่แล้ว
We get a chance to look at a rare type of clock - an Astronomical Regulator. These clocks were the pinnacle of clockmaking and represented a money-is-no-object best-of-the-best effort of the clockmaker. In this first part we take a look at the movement and refurbish the dials. We find an Easter egg along the way.
Setting Up and Adjusting an Antique Kitchen Clock
มุมมอง 42K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Welcome to the world of antique clocks! A kitchen or parlor clock is the quintessential antique clock - they were affordable enough for nearly any family to own and sat proudly on millions of mantles or counters. In this video we cover basic to intermediate clock operation - removing the pendulum bob, winding the clock, setting the time, synchronizing the striking mechanism with the hands, and ...
Austrian Standing Regulator Restoration
มุมมอง 2K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Austrian Standing Regulator Restoration
E Howard Regulator No 70 Restoration Part 3
มุมมอง 6792 ปีที่แล้ว
E Howard Regulator No 70 Restoration Part 3
E. Howard Regulator No 70 Restoration Part 2
มุมมอง 1.1K2 ปีที่แล้ว
E. Howard Regulator No 70 Restoration Part 2
E Howard Regulator No. 70 Restoration Part 1
มุมมอง 8792 ปีที่แล้ว
E Howard Regulator No. 70 Restoration Part 1
Another Standard Electric Time Master
มุมมอง 1.1K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Another Standard Electric Time Master
Getting Started Collecting Pocket Watches
มุมมอง 63K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Getting Started Collecting Pocket Watches
Pendulum Safety Device
มุมมอง 1.1K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Pendulum Safety Device
Gledhill Brook Time Recorder Part 3
มุมมอง 1.6K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Gledhill Brook Time Recorder Part 3
Gledhill Brook Time Recorder Part 2
มุมมอง 2.7K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Gledhill Brook Time Recorder Part 2
Gledhill-Brook Time Recorder Part 1
มุมมอง 3.9K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Gledhill-Brook Time Recorder Part 1
Dial Silvering Revisited
มุมมอง 8K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Dial Silvering Revisited
Watch Storage: All About Foam
มุมมอง 9713 ปีที่แล้ว
Watch Storage: All About Foam
Handling Mercury In Clocks
มุมมอง 5K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Handling Mercury In Clocks
Setting Up A Jeweler's Regulator
มุมมอง 6K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Setting Up A Jeweler's Regulator
What Is A Railroad Watch?
มุมมอง 96K3 ปีที่แล้ว
What Is A Railroad Watch?

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  • @Neyonius
    @Neyonius 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Got both a customized time piece and a razor sharp knife to go along with it, you helped me set the time no problem. I was worried I'd break it without help, but I get it now.

  • @hectorpinto5683
    @hectorpinto5683 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Awesome collection

  • @JP1974-GRUNT
    @JP1974-GRUNT 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video

  • @robbymann5839
    @robbymann5839 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    amazing, thank you for cool info, I've learned alot, will check out your other videos.

  • @wald-d5k
    @wald-d5k 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Very interesting, thanks

  • @AdelaideBeemanWhite
    @AdelaideBeemanWhite 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I was just given an antique ladies Waltham pocket watch from 1900, and I cannot for the life of me figure out how to set it. It looks like it should be done on the pendant, but it will not pull out, and I don’t want to force it. And there is no lever. Any suggestions?

  • @morgansinner
    @morgansinner 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Beautiful clock ! And a fantastic job by you, just amazing 👏

  • @malisaseidltaylor8863
    @malisaseidltaylor8863 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What if that doesnt reset the chimes? They are chimeing the hour at the half hour and chime once at the hour time?

  • @robbymann5839
    @robbymann5839 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    totally cool

  • @blueringoctopuss
    @blueringoctopuss 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The Washington Watch Co. was a brand of a brand so to speak. It was a Montgomery Ward brand. I have both a Washington Watch Co. Army Navy model as well as the same watch labeled Montgomery Ward. This same watch as well was made for Sears&Roebuck. I have that one as well. Illinois I believe did the most private labels. I have collected a few. Burlington Special for and a W.M. Ludwig jewelry store in Chambersburg PA. “Conococheague” model named after the river that flows next to the store that still exists today some form. That one is my rarest 1 of 100. I have others I can’t recall right now as my collection is a bit out of hand now. Many of them I have stored away and haven’t seen in years. As collections tend to become. I guess the way I see it is , I’m preserving American history of a time when we were self made, and actually worth our wealth.

  • @WatchWithMike
    @WatchWithMike 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wow, that came out amazing!👏🏼

  • @robertmills3682
    @robertmills3682 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I am self taught clock repairman. I have loved clocks since I was a child. Watching your videos shows me I have a lot to learn. You are so smart and so accurate with your repairs. It’s truly awe inspiring. I have joined the NAWCC and have since stopped “repairing” clocks because I realized that I haven’t been doing it properly. Thank you for your videos.

  • @robertmills3682
    @robertmills3682 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for posting! I have been missing your videos!

    • @MinnesotaClocksandWatches
      @MinnesotaClocksandWatches 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! 2023 and 2024 were personally challenging and made it hard to prioritize new content. I hope 2025 will be more normal - I have no shortage of ideas or projects.

    • @robertmills3682
      @robertmills3682 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @ I have plenty of clocks I could ship you for repair if you need content!

  • @freeman7296
    @freeman7296 หลายเดือนก่อน

    here is 2024 - he's still right about the market..it's not dead, but it's not strong I keep on buying - some are a bit expensive due to gold price - but overall still reasonable pricing....got myself to about 120 pockets very quickly....still buying.... the NAWCC national is here in York, PA in June - so hopefully I get to find some other nice pieces for a price I can tolerate.

  • @TracyKMusic
    @TracyKMusic หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your language in this video is excellent. Easy to understand, great use of vocabulary, great instruction. I feel confident passing this on to customers whose clocks I’ve serviced.

  • @brandonthebritish
    @brandonthebritish หลายเดือนก่อน

    For all those who don't know - when you showed the european watch (with 23 jewels), you got your hands upon a very nice example of european watchmaking. average european watches have a different escapement, called the cylinder escapement. It is kinda weird and not as good as the usual one, especially because it is not that trustworthy and stops time to time. When i myself started collecting watches, i accidentally bought a few of these, so, guys, watch out! You can recognise it easily - it basically does not have a pallet fork and the escape wheel links to the balance wheel directly.

  • @dizwilliams5334
    @dizwilliams5334 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very informative video, I have utilised your techniques and advice with great success. Many thanks...from Diz Williams, 6 miles from Holywell in Wales! I have a painted dial by our local man Winstanley (though there was a long line of Winstanleys), probably made just a few years after your brass dial.

  • @williamzaggle9629
    @williamzaggle9629 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have the Standard Electric Version shown with two paper tapes and a few extra tapes in cans, plus one slave clock on a lower floor of the house. They have worked perfectly since 1999 when I bought them at an auction and had to do all the same debug work as shown in the video. It works fine on 12V if there is enough current and drives both the winder and slave solenoids. Apparently it came from the original Local Highschool.

  • @baijunair3157
    @baijunair3157 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video Where i can get this clock now ?

  • @marksamatuerfloridavideos
    @marksamatuerfloridavideos หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent job on your videos. Thank you, Mark Citrus County FL

  • @TiaraDandelion
    @TiaraDandelion หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you brohh👍

  • @vladchan
    @vladchan หลายเดือนก่อน

    Did they have to have a Breguet hairspring?

  • @morgansinner
    @morgansinner 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm watching your posted videos, wonderful information. I sincerely hope you're still uploading new videos. Your knowledge is priceless. And the videos are a joy to watch. Thanks so much !!

  • @judyjohnson8185
    @judyjohnson8185 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just received my great grandfather’s Seth Thomas pat. Feb. 5 1876 calendar clock and have gotten a lot of information about how the mechanisms work. The insides of my calendar clock seems to differ from the one you are showing. The mechanism that controls the calendar has just a center post with 2 arms coming off of it. Should it work the same way. I haven’t removed the faces as I just receive it back from the repair shop. They said they wouldn’t work on the calendar as the parts are too hard to find, but it seems to work as of now. Is there a way to tell if it works the same? Thank you for explaining everything about the way the calendar knows when to change the dates. It’s really facilitating how it works

  • @michaelfulcher6390
    @michaelfulcher6390 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just bought a Waltham grade 845 for daily wear. I like wearing a wrist watch, a Timex cheapo, but it gets in the way a bit at work.

  • @JeffVitale-y5i
    @JeffVitale-y5i 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have an 8 sided Waltham pocketwatch with a large deer with antlers on the back inside what you could describe as a crest. I have no idea on how to open this in order to find out the serial number. Any advice on this. Thanks

  • @kenz5469
    @kenz5469 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Would like to see a demonstration on the setting and working of the alarm bell

  • @esperansaloughran693
    @esperansaloughran693 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Oh! My serial lookup!

  • @esperansaloughran693
    @esperansaloughran693 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very well explained! Facinating!

  • @wigwagstudios2474
    @wigwagstudios2474 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I JUST bought this bell, at least a very similar one! [Funny too because it is in Minnesota as well] Sadly the clapper doesn’t hit the bell no matter how I adjust it. Not sure if it’s broken or if the bell gong itself is too small for this clapper. Maybe the clapper must be bent? I am not sure if that’s good for it though. Sadly not sure what the rating is either. Can’t get any other information out of it

  • @carrollmeyer557
    @carrollmeyer557 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I need the ratchet and cable drum for a 1923. Five tube. Might you have them?

  • @howardbealeau
    @howardbealeau 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a beautiful Chelsea ship's wheel style clock and barometer set manufactured in 1972. The casings are made from brass and the ship's wheel rim is bronze. I asked Chelsea to give me some advice about cleaning and polishing. Their answer was "We don’t recommend any cleaners regardless finish as underneath it is all solid brass. Clean rag and pledge only."

  • @ericbabcock846
    @ericbabcock846 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So helpful I now have 2 outa 9 working. EBABCOCK

  • @freepirate4470
    @freepirate4470 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just found this video while looking for answers. Hope you don't mind a question, I would greatly appreciate your help/input. I just received a watch with an Elgin 7640023 from 1899. I would imagine this is a pocket watch movement (small) that was re-purposed in a watch case. My question is this, I figured out I have to push in the crown and wind while pushed in. When I pull out the crown to set the time it is very very easy for the crown to come out al the way in my fingers. I have to wiggle it and find its way back in, then get to a position where I can set the hands and leave it. The crown stays in, turn sideways stays in. But if I pull it to set the hands it comes out too easily. I notice in your video that the pendant set has that pendant part and appears that it would keep the crown from falling out. Is this normal that if the pendant part is not there it is very easy for the crown to slide all the way out? Or should it be more difficult to come out even in my example? Again, thank you so much for your "time". :)

  • @charlesheishman6635
    @charlesheishman6635 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a 1920s standard electric clock I just purchased from an antique dealer in Reading Pennsylvania, he purchased it from an action in New York . He had no idea if the clock ran or not but I took a chance on it because it was all original. I did get the clock to run but im concerned if it has the original pendulum on it , the pointer is past the scale at the bottom , the clock runs perfect and keeps time to the minute with my watch . How can I send you pictures of my clock to give me your opinion. Thank you in advance!

  • @michaelbedford8017
    @michaelbedford8017 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Before you go any further, you're going to have to bring back waistcoats (vests). Right now, in Europe, you're going to struggle to sell an Omega, one hundred year old solid silver pocket watch in near perfect condition, for more than the cost of the silver scrap value.

  • @Tuneitupful
    @Tuneitupful 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    great video, thanks

  • @saidameziani7297
    @saidameziani7297 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

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  • @howietheartist
    @howietheartist 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just looking on TH-cam & see you have a few E Howard clock videos, I have two large bronze E Howard clocks that came from the Cunard building New York 1900’s would t you like to see them ?

  • @horstb29
    @horstb29 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for this video. I learned some new details about railroad watches from your video.

  • @michaelkibble740
    @michaelkibble740 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love pocket watches but I only have the crappy Walmart watches

  • @chuckcote4008
    @chuckcote4008 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a 1900 Flagg pocket watch but can’t find anything on it.

  • @robertrodriguez2412
    @robertrodriguez2412 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have the exact same watch. I set the time & it works, but then it falls behind on the time.☹️

  • @SHANECatLovinActivistHistorian
    @SHANECatLovinActivistHistorian 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    of the hamilton or any brand, is there any certain year range where they were making their best watches? Are there pocket watches made in our time that are better than the old railroad watches?

  • @SHANECatLovinActivistHistorian
    @SHANECatLovinActivistHistorian 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    what is the brand and specs of the watch in your hand at 1200? And what would one cost? thanks

  • @SHANECatLovinActivistHistorian
    @SHANECatLovinActivistHistorian 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    how often do you have to wind the hamilton

  • @1scottwhit
    @1scottwhit 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was very helpful.

  • @christianklein5774
    @christianklein5774 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Bellana Dienstuhenfabrik

  • @santaclause2875
    @santaclause2875 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome presentation! I'm so curious about this clock's features and function, knowing nothing about it. I'll go back and search for your previous video of the total rebuild of one like this. I don't understand the purpose and operation of the tape drive. And curious to know why the clock runs on 24 volts instead of 120. My apologies, I"m new to all this!!!! Love your channel and all your episodes!!!! Thank you!!

  • @Fly0High
    @Fly0High 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've been dealing with a Siemens-Halske 1959-ish master clock and been struggling with how would I maintain it since it needs a complete cleaning from old improper grease. Thanks to your video I just now realised that the pendulum and the mechanism are not connected, just engaged! That helps a buch. Seems obvious in hindsight! thanks