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When we clockmakers talk about restoration rather than repair, what do we mean. The term restoration is much banded about nowadays and can often just be used as a more fancy term than simple repair. In terms of antique clock … Continue reading →

Often, I am asked the question is it worth investing in antique clocks, and, as I was asked again recently, I thought I would write my opinion. It seems to me that in the times we live in, nothing is … Continue reading →

Buying a longcase clock can be a minefield for the inexperienced. In this article I will try to give advise based on my 25 years in the business. When deciding what to buy, a few decisions will need to be … Continue reading →

The term longcase was used to describe a clock that came into being in the late 1600s. Although we also know it today as the Grandfather or Tall Case, the correct original term was Longcase. This was simply because it … Continue reading →