I came across this video by chance as I inherited a very tarnished, non working clock. I was so inspired , mainly because my clock was very similar, that I gave it a go.Using your video as a tutorial I did a full strip down, clean & rebuild. Started first time & has been running sweetly for 5 days now. Well done Richard, these videos are fantastic, the way in which you explain in detail & your presentation style I find superb. Nice one Richard !
Haha! Well done Simon! That is great work .... top tip though, don't offer to fix you friend's Rolex Hulk just yet! I bet you felt a real buzz when the escapement started. You obviously have some talent as to do it from this video alone is really very good! Thanks for the feedback. Richard
Tip: A cylinder escapement is not just a matter of teardown and reassembly. Once removed from the plates (NOT FORGETTING TO WIND DOWN THE MAINSPRING FIRST OTHERWISE IRREPARABLE DAMAGE WILL BE DONE TO THE CONTRATE WHEEL), turn the platform upside down and put a small scratch on the platform and 'chariot' to help reassembly otherwise if the escape wheel does not 'catch' the cylinder at the correct point the clock will run either too fast or too slow outside of the range of adjustment of the hairspring. The escape wheel should be in contact with the cylinder at all times. There is usually three dots stamped into the top facet of the platform and there is a dot stamped into the edge of the balance wheel to set up the correct angle of engagement (the middle dot helps get the balance in beat). The centre dot is mid-point and the dots either side of the middle dot set the balance wheel 5 degrees either side of mid-way to set up the correct escape and cylinder engagement point. IT IS EASIER TO SCRATCH A MARK THOUGH AS PREVIOUSLY STATED. Wiser with hindsight!!
MMmm! never thought I would enjoy watching a video on a carriage clock restoration. Really well done, I'm now looking at my carriage clock with an even greater affection.
HI Richard - I have watched (?) all your pocket watch videos so, am a bit of an admirer of your work. The carriage clock, though fairly simple, is absolutely drop dead gorgeous; I want one!!
Very nicely done. That clock has a very nice sound and the in depth explanation of everything is much appreciated, you have given me the courage i need to make an attempt at restoring my boston clock company clock.
Great video! I have a clock almost identical to this one, but bought in 1981 from Mappin and Webb in London. The face just has Mappin and Webb on it. The only difference I can see is that mine doesn't have an oval window on top. I'm guessing, but I imagine the mechanism hadn't changed in all those years. I'll admit it doesn't get wound very often these days - I rely on my watch and the radio controlled clock in the kitchen now!
My guess on the word “example” is this was a piece made by M&W and used as a sales piece, being taken or shown to retailers who could then order a series of timepieces branded with their own name.
I think it says "Examined" by Mappin & Webb, not "Example," and the apparent "foot" of the P is just a spot on the dial. "Examined" would imply that they bought it out and inspected it to meet some quality assurance standards, I guess
I have a very similar clock bearing the name Sir John Bennett; perhaps they bought from the same mfr for their respective retail outlets. (And incidentally, I have a nearly identical Elgin pocket watch to the one in your video). My clock is in dire need of a cleaning and I had great hopes for learning how to tackle the job in seeing you were doing the same on a very similar movement, I must say I was rather disappointed that you didn't show the actual work of dis- and reassembly so a neophyte like myself could gain some tips on fiddly bits (what is, no doubt, second nature to you). Still, this is certainly a good overview on the basic workings of the clock, so thank you for that.
It is a salesmans example? Thanks for the link to here. We had so many of these round the house and even as a kid I was drawn to them. They are. Well timeless. I don't think they have dated at all. It looks like they used the wrong grease. Pig fat is not the correct one ;) Such a shame about the enamel. I know its hidden but my OCD.. A fantastic video
I have the very same clock, albeit with an older style round dial, the clock works fine, but does seem to gain about 8-10 minutes per day, regardless of the positioning of the lever on the balance
That was wonderful, Mr Perrett. Clocks in their many and varied forms interest me at least as much as watches, and any more content like this will be gratefully received. By the by, I sent you a message via your website some time ago. If you think it might have been nobbled by a spam filter or something perhaps you could try dropping me a line by way of the UA-cam message system? Thanks.
Hi GenWivern2 ... Thank you for this positive feedback. These clocks are so well built there are a joy to work on. Sorry if I missed you message from my website I will need to investigate why as I am keen to respond to everything sensible that come from it. Could I ask you to please try again and I will look out for the message and if you could include your UA-cam name (GenWivern2) I will be able to make the link between the message and yourself. Thanks again, Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker I tried again just now, and you'll have to make up your mind for yourself whether it's sensible. :-) The time stamp will be around 10.00am. Regarding this video, there was a bad case of clock envy going on here, I assure you.
Very good session thank you Richard. Nice to see the beat calculation and the vibration of the hairspring. I could see the way that you had clamped the balance cock so that the bottom pivot of the balance wheel rested on the pocket watch glass, but how did you start the balance wheel oscillation please?
Not all viewers are clock makers and have the experience as you do. I thought your video was going to be step by step disassembly and cleaning and reassembly and setting of your clock. Instead you just take it apart and skip a lot of steps and people such as I ,have no clue what you are doing , Very disappointed . I have an Anniversary clock I need to disemble and get running again
Great video, thanks! Am tempted to attack our Mougins ***** 19thC French carriage clock after I've done a few more pocket watches. BTW, does it perhaps say "EXAM'D by Mappin & Webb" on the dial?
Richard Perrett Watchmaker to reassure the customer that they haven’t just bought it off some bloke with a lorry load of clocks? It would enhance the sale value, bit like a Tiffany Rolex 😉
Hi Richard, Quick question re the escape pinion wheel (5th wheel?) ie the one referred to at 7:10 ...I see that once the back plate is on, there is an proud adjustable screw (shown at 21:17 to the left of the hands adjuster) to tighten or loosen that wheel...how tight/loose should it be please? Like yours, it doesn't have a jewel, only effectively the pivot holder...Many thanks. Tim.
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I did enjoyed your, simple explanation of watch and clock making.
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I came across this video by chance as I inherited a very tarnished, non working clock. I was so inspired , mainly because my clock was very similar, that I gave it a go.Using your video as a tutorial I did a full strip down, clean & rebuild. Started first time & has been running sweetly for 5 days now. Well done Richard, these videos are fantastic, the way in which you explain in detail & your presentation style I find superb. Nice one Richard !
Haha! Well done Simon! That is great work .... top tip though, don't offer to fix you friend's Rolex Hulk just yet! I bet you felt a real buzz when the escapement started. You obviously have some talent as to do it from this video alone is really very good! Thanks for the feedback. Richard
super job Richard,first time ive seen a watchmaker explain the maths behind the design, nice one!
Hi Tony ... thank you so much. It's such a chunky simple movement it just seemed like a good plan. Richard
Tip: A cylinder escapement is not just a matter of teardown and reassembly. Once removed from the plates (NOT FORGETTING TO WIND DOWN THE MAINSPRING FIRST OTHERWISE IRREPARABLE DAMAGE WILL BE DONE TO THE CONTRATE WHEEL), turn the platform upside down and put a small scratch on the platform and 'chariot' to help reassembly otherwise if the escape wheel does not 'catch' the cylinder at the correct point the clock will run either too fast or too slow outside of the range of adjustment of the hairspring. The escape wheel should be in contact with the cylinder at all times. There is usually three dots stamped into the top facet of the platform and there is a dot stamped into the edge of the balance wheel to set up the correct angle of engagement (the middle dot helps get the balance in beat). The centre dot is mid-point and the dots either side of the middle dot set the balance wheel 5 degrees either side of mid-way to set up the correct escape and cylinder engagement point. IT IS EASIER TO SCRATCH A MARK THOUGH AS PREVIOUSLY STATED. Wiser with hindsight!!
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MMmm! never thought I would enjoy watching a video on a carriage clock restoration. Really well done, I'm now looking at my carriage clock with an even greater affection.
HI Richard - I have watched (?) all your pocket watch videos so, am a bit of an admirer of your work. The carriage clock, though fairly simple, is absolutely drop dead gorgeous; I want one!!
i bought one the other day and love it
Very nicely done. That clock has a very nice sound and the in depth explanation of everything is much appreciated, you have given me the courage i need to make an attempt at restoring my boston clock company clock.
This is great! Thank you for this, it has helped me to fix up my very similar carriage clock. Well done.
Loved the beat calculations and the balance wheel/ hair spring quicky test
Great video! I have a clock almost identical to this one, but bought in 1981 from Mappin and Webb in London. The face just has Mappin and Webb on it. The only difference I can see is that mine doesn't have an oval window on top. I'm guessing, but I imagine the mechanism hadn't changed in all those years. I'll admit it doesn't get wound very often these days - I rely on my watch and the radio controlled clock in the kitchen now!
Sir, very impressive demo for me as I am going to repair the same clock by looking this video.
Hi Bijan Kumar... Very pleased you are finding this helpful. Thank you for taking a moment to say so sir! Richard
i like your way how you present working with watch
My guess on the word “example” is this was a piece made by M&W and used as a sales piece, being taken or shown to retailers who could then order a series of timepieces branded with their own name.
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Beautiful!!!
I think it says "Examined" by Mappin & Webb, not "Example," and the apparent "foot" of the P is just a spot on the dial. "Examined" would imply that they bought it out and inspected it to meet some quality assurance standards, I guess
Great video, Richard, as always. Thank you!
Hi Lee .... Thank you! Richard
Excellent video Sir. Please explain how the balance wheel oscillates in this clock without a pallet fork.
I have a very similar clock bearing the name Sir John Bennett; perhaps they bought from the same mfr for their respective retail outlets. (And incidentally, I have a nearly identical Elgin pocket watch to the one in your video). My clock is in dire need of a cleaning and I had great hopes for learning how to tackle the job in seeing you were doing the same on a very similar movement, I must say I was rather disappointed that you didn't show the actual work of dis- and reassembly so a neophyte like myself could gain some tips on fiddly bits (what is, no doubt, second nature to you). Still, this is certainly a good overview on the basic workings of the clock, so thank you for that.
Excellent.
It is a salesmans example? Thanks for the link to here. We had so many of these round the house and even as a kid I was drawn to them. They are. Well timeless. I don't think they have dated at all. It looks like they used the wrong grease. Pig fat is not the correct one ;) Such a shame about the enamel. I know its hidden but my OCD.. A fantastic video
Hi STAGGERLEE ... It was really very accurate when I finished the work and it actually ran for Over 10 days .... nine of which were accurate. Richard
The inscription on the dial is not “example” but “examined by”. Commonly used on bought in movements to suggest quality control
That is brilliant feedback Adrian .... thank you so much! Richard
I have the very same clock, albeit with an older style round dial, the clock works fine, but does seem to gain about 8-10 minutes per day, regardless of the positioning of the lever on the balance
Top job
That was wonderful, Mr Perrett. Clocks in their many and varied forms interest me at least as much as watches, and any more content like this will be gratefully received.
By the by, I sent you a message via your website some time ago. If you think it might have been nobbled by a spam filter or something perhaps you could try dropping me a line by way of the UA-cam message system? Thanks.
Hi GenWivern2 ... Thank you for this positive feedback. These clocks are so well built there are a joy to work on. Sorry if I missed you message from my website I will need to investigate why as I am keen to respond to everything sensible that come from it. Could I ask you to please try again and I will look out for the message and if you could include your UA-cam name (GenWivern2) I will be able to make the link between the message and yourself. Thanks again, Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker I tried again just now, and you'll have to make up your mind for yourself whether it's sensible. :-) The time stamp will be around 10.00am. Regarding this video, there was a bad case of clock envy going on here, I assure you.
@@GenWivern2 received and responded! Thank you vey much ... and yes it is lovely and about to go on ebay for sale! Richard
Very good session thank you Richard. Nice to see the beat calculation and the vibration of the hairspring. I could see the way that you had clamped the balance cock so that the bottom pivot of the balance wheel rested on the pocket watch glass, but how did you start the balance wheel oscillation please?
Beautiful mechanism! Did you clean the spring? The spring cleaning is the tricky task.
Not all viewers are clock makers and have the experience as you do. I thought your video was going to be step by step disassembly and cleaning and reassembly and setting of your clock. Instead you just take it apart and skip a lot of steps and people such as I ,have no clue what you are doing , Very disappointed . I have an Anniversary clock I need to disemble and get running again
Nice video
Nice video but you refer to crown wheel when it is a contrate wheel.
Great video, thanks! Am tempted to attack our Mougins ***** 19thC French carriage clock after I've done a few more pocket watches. BTW, does it perhaps say "EXAM'D by Mappin & Webb" on the dial?
Thank you so much for this great feedback ... I guess it might say that but I am not sure why they would write that. Thanks again, Richard
Richard Perrett Watchmaker to reassure the customer that they haven’t just bought it off some bloke with a lorry load of clocks? It would enhance the sale value, bit like a Tiffany Rolex 😉
Hi Richard,
Quick question re the escape pinion wheel (5th wheel?) ie the one referred to at 7:10 ...I see that once the back plate is on, there is an proud adjustable screw (shown at 21:17 to the left of the hands adjuster) to tighten or loosen that wheel...how tight/loose should it be please? Like yours, it doesn't have a jewel, only effectively the pivot holder...Many thanks. Tim.
what do to get all the parts so shiny can explain or make a video? thank you
Hi Frank ... This is my cleaning regime ... www.richardperrett.com/watch-repair/my-watch-parts-cleaning-regime/ ... hope this is helpful, Richard
Great video.
Is there a clock repairmen you recommend in the Los Angeles area?
It could be a Salesman's sample?
How much is this clock worth I have a 20th century richard&co striking carrige clock
The balance wheel is broken in the one I got
example because its a copy of the original maker clock its an example
Like a mercury clock
Do you know where I can buy a replacement key?
eBay
@@kevinwallace888 how do I figure out what size?
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