I really enjoyed the video. You added the perfect amount of commentary to make your video interesting, educational, and fun. I just purchased my first clock. I got an Ingraham 8 day clock and the similarities to your clock are amazing. Your video is helping me build my foundation of knowledge to disassemble and repair my clock. Thanks for taking the time to post a great video.
You are welcome. I appreciate the kind words. If I may make a few suggestions, 1) get a book on the subject. The internet is full of ambiguity and advertisements, this is a way to have something easy on the eyes that you can make reference to quickly and efficiently.. 2) take a picture of the movement from every angle before disassembly. And when you do take it apart, keep the chime side and the timekeeping side parts separate. I wish you the best of luck with the restoration / repair, I am in no ways an expert, but if you get hung up you can always ask questions here and I will answer them as best as possible. Cheers
I vaguely remember my mum having that model of clock when I was a kid.... a very long time ago and I don't know what happened to it.... But thank you for this nostalgic trip. 🙏
For the wood case, I lightly sanded the wood case (320 Grit) and wiped it with mineral spirits. For the finish, Tung Oil (Minwax). Works very well........
It's pretty amazing what you can do with a little bit of mineral spirits just on its own eh? That's definitely one of my go-to chemicals that I hope they do not Bain anytime soon due to Eco restrictions. Choose
I ran into the same issue. Chime side would run constantly. Figured out that three things needed to be aligned. The chime count finger had to be at-rest in a deep slot on the chime count wheel. At the same time, the finger riding the perimeter of the snail (3rd wheel?) had to also be in one of the two deep slots. At the same time the catch-pin on spoke 5 of the 4th wheel (last gear before the fan-governor) had to be in the crook of the catch hook that sits beneath that wheel. It took me 3 tries to get it perfect, loosening 4 of the 5 nuts that join the top plate to the bottom studs. First, let down the chime mainspring unless you want an unhappy ending! Then I would loosen the nuts enough to knock the top pivot of the governor and the fourth wheel out so that I can rotate the various parts individually to get them aligned. HTH
The product is called rodico, it's technically a cleaning product because it has an affinity for oil. But it can be used for all sorts of things . Cheers hope it helps
Hi I’ve just come across your well put together video of your restoration. I am currently trying to get hold of a new pendulum spring or full mechanism as the one I’m working on is broken. I am in Australia and since it’s an American clock am having difficulty getting one in Australia. Can you help please!
The white is for softer metals and the brown is a little more aggressive for deeper scratches. If memory serves me correctly . If you buy a kit it gives you a break down of what each one is geared toward. Cheers 🍻
@@mjlrestorationshop.2405 Thanks. I found some at Harbor Freight today, seem to use a little different coloring scheme, brown was for brass/softer metals, etc, and green was for mirror polish on brass/softer metals. White at HF stated "to prevent scratches on aluminum or plastics" or something. Not sure if thats the same as what you had. I got the brown and green. Hopefully those work for me.
Was the problem with the catch on the clock spring simply that it was dirty? I'm about to start on the same exact clock. My chime spring is doing the same thing your clock did. So I'm curious. Thanks
Well, this was a while ago.. but I remember the catch being super disgusting and not moving like it should. At times, it would catch, and other times, it would allow the spring to unwind uncontrollably. Cheers and good luck. If you haven't taken many apart remember to take lots of pictures. It helps 👍👍
I just picked up the same clock at Goodwill for $7.50. The only thing is, there is no winding key with it. Do you know where I can pick up a key, or is there something else I can use to wind it? There was also no booklet or whatever that was that was attached to the back door. Do you know where I can find one of those?
You'll need a size 6 key that can be found online for about $10.00. The label on the inside of the door has directions and I'll see if I can read the label on the Sessions "Berkeley" model I'm working on. Lots of info to be found online. Don't mess with the springs till you research how to "let down" the pressure and use mainspring clamps to secure the springs. I'm at the beginning of the process but I do know the springs have power that needs control.
Hello.. I don't check my messages every day so sorry for the late response. I can confirm that it is a size 6 key. I have four clocks from the same era, and they are all keyed alike. Best of luck with it😁 these are a well-built clock. Cheers
I'm not trying to be harsh, but he said to take lots of pictures? I hope that he wasn't depending on this video to take the place of all of the pictures that he was saying that should be taken? Because I was having a hard time trying to keep up with him in the disassembly part In the video? That was no help to me at all? Haha just kidding
It would be good if you made a video in several parts to understand what you are doing and to learn from your mistakes.In fast motion your work is not well appreciated and what you are talking about is not understood, so it would be good if you had a video in separate parts.thanks
This is good input. I need to know these things because I'm still relatively new at making video, and trying to work out what format works best for people . Thank you very much and cheers
Please do not announce what you are going to do. Nothing is more boring than explanations while nothing is going on. Just do what you have to do and explain as you go along. Also avoid describing what is clearly visible. It serves no purpose and it sounds silly.
I really enjoyed the video. You added the perfect amount of commentary to make your video interesting, educational, and fun. I just purchased my first clock. I got an Ingraham 8 day clock and the similarities to your clock are amazing. Your video is helping me build my foundation of knowledge to disassemble and repair my clock. Thanks for taking the time to post a great video.
You are welcome. I appreciate the kind words. If I may make a few suggestions, 1) get a book on the subject. The internet is full of ambiguity and advertisements, this is a way to have something easy on the eyes that you can make reference to quickly and efficiently..
2) take a picture of the movement from every angle before disassembly. And when you do take it apart, keep the chime side and the timekeeping side parts separate.
I wish you the best of luck with the restoration / repair, I am in no ways an expert, but if you get hung up you can always ask questions here and I will answer them as best as possible.
Cheers
Greetings from Forestville. I'm in the former Sessions Clock factory watching this right now. Thanks for keeping the time.
I vaguely remember my mum having that model of clock when I was a kid.... a very long time ago and I don't know what happened to it.... But thank you for this nostalgic trip. 🙏
I loved your paint shaker!
Other than the taping, it's the fastest way I know. LOL cheers.
That's an incredible job.
Thank you 😊
Well done. I’ve always wanted a clock like this for my mantle.
Thank you.. it was a great project .
Check your local antique shop. Sometimes they can be found for a reasonable price.
Cheers
Lovely job, good for another 100 years !
Thank you 😊
Well done with the case, it looks perfect!
Thank you😁
Excelente as always 🫶❤️
Thank you 😁
Wow, great job.
Thank you
For the wood case, I lightly sanded the wood case (320 Grit) and wiped it with mineral spirits. For the finish, Tung Oil (Minwax). Works very well........
It's pretty amazing what you can do with a little bit of mineral spirits just on its own eh? That's definitely one of my go-to chemicals that I hope they do not Bain anytime soon due to Eco restrictions. Choose
Дякую вам за працю 😊❤
You are welcome, thank you for watching . Cheers🍻
You mention that getting the timing right on the chime gears is a pain in the neck. Can you give any advice on how to do it?
Perhaps I can make a short with an explanation. I've got the same model as that one on my desk currently
I ran into the same issue. Chime side would run constantly. Figured out that three things needed to be aligned. The chime count finger had to be at-rest in a deep slot on the chime count wheel. At the same time, the finger riding the perimeter of the snail (3rd wheel?) had to also be in one of the two deep slots. At the same time the catch-pin on spoke 5 of the 4th wheel (last gear before the fan-governor) had to be in the crook of the catch hook that sits beneath that wheel. It took me 3 tries to get it perfect, loosening 4 of the 5 nuts that join the top plate to the bottom studs. First, let down the chime mainspring unless you want an unhappy ending! Then I would loosen the nuts enough to knock the top pivot of the governor and the fourth wheel out so that I can rotate the various parts individually to get them aligned. HTH
thanks, what kid of puddy did you use to hole the suspension spring in place
The product is called rodico, it's technically a cleaning product because it has an affinity for oil. But it can be used for all sorts of things . Cheers hope it helps
Hi I’ve just come across your well put together video of your restoration. I am currently trying to get hold of a new pendulum spring or full mechanism as the one I’m working on is broken. I am in Australia and since it’s an American clock am having difficulty getting one in Australia. Can you help please!
It's a little late, but are you still looking for a spring?
Cheers, I don't know why I didn't see this message until now
What were the brown and white polishes you used on the brass?
The white is for softer metals and the brown is a little more aggressive for deeper scratches. If memory serves me correctly
. If you buy a kit it gives you a break down of what each one is geared toward.
Cheers 🍻
@@mjlrestorationshop.2405 Thanks. I found some at Harbor Freight today, seem to use a little different coloring scheme, brown was for brass/softer metals, etc, and green was for mirror polish on brass/softer metals. White at HF stated "to prevent scratches on aluminum or plastics" or something. Not sure if thats the same as what you had. I got the brown and green. Hopefully those work for me.
Was the problem with the catch on the clock spring simply that it was dirty? I'm about to start on the same exact clock. My chime spring is doing the same thing your clock did. So I'm curious. Thanks
Well, this was a while ago.. but I remember the catch being super disgusting and not moving like it should. At times, it would catch, and other times, it would allow the spring to unwind uncontrollably.
Cheers and good luck. If you haven't taken many apart remember to take lots of pictures. It helps 👍👍
I just picked up the same clock at Goodwill for $7.50. The only thing is, there is no winding key with it. Do you know where I can pick up a key, or is there something else I can use to wind it? There was also no booklet or whatever that was that was attached to the back door. Do you know where I can find one of those?
You'll need a size 6 key that can be found online for about $10.00. The label on the inside of the door has directions and I'll see if I can read the label on the Sessions "Berkeley" model I'm working on. Lots of info to be found online. Don't mess with the springs till you research how to "let down" the pressure and use mainspring clamps to secure the springs. I'm at the beginning of the process but I do know the springs have power that needs control.
@stillretired ok, thanks very much.... not sure if I'm brave enough to take it apart. I'll just see if I can get it wound up for now.
Hello.. I don't check my messages every day so sorry for the late response. I can confirm that it is a size 6 key. I have four clocks from the same era, and they are all keyed alike. Best of luck with it😁 these are a well-built clock.
Cheers
hellonwheels, how's your clock ? When you said "the only thing is..." I thought....'just wait', so I ask, how are things going ?
I have a sessions clock id like to know more about...do you have a email ?
Lots of vids on youtube, "Scottie's Clock World" has about five vids on a Sessions clock.
Fond memories of my nan.
Where is your location,sir?
I'm not trying to be harsh, but he said to take lots of pictures? I hope that he wasn't depending on this video to take the place of all of the pictures that he was saying that should be taken? Because I was having a hard time trying to keep up with him in the disassembly part In the video? That was no help to me at all? Haha just kidding
It would be good if you made a video in several parts to understand what you are doing and to learn from your mistakes.In fast motion your work is not well appreciated and what you are talking about is not understood, so it would be good if you had a video in separate parts.thanks
This is good input. I need to know these things because I'm still relatively new at making video, and trying to work out what format works best for people . Thank you very much and cheers
Please do not announce what you are going to do. Nothing is more boring than explanations while nothing is going on. Just do what you have to do and explain as you go along. Also avoid describing what is clearly visible. It serves no purpose and it sounds silly.