How Do You Fix Seth Thomas Grandfather Clocks?
Seth Thomas was one of the most famous makers of grandfather clocks. From 1806 to 1853, the company produced thousands of the mechanical clocks. Afterward, Seth Thomas expanded its production line to include a wide variety of wall and mantel clocks. The company stopped making grandfather clocks approximately 20 years ago and is currently undergoing a reorganization. Check the pendulum on the Seth Thomas grandfather clock to make sure it is swinging freely. Mechanical grandfather clocks depend on the pendulum to regulate the time. Each swing of the pendulum advances the gears inside the clock. Wind the clock. If the pendulum still does not swing, check the hands of the clock. If the hands are touching each other, push the hour hand gently toward the clock face. If the hands still touch, gently bend the minute hand away from the clock face. Examine the swing of the pendulum. If it moves, and then stops, or if it swings erratically, the clock is probably off-balance. Gently tilt the clock
