The Well Made Clock

24/08/2016

The 2016 Ward Francillion Symposium will be held October 6 – 8, 2016, at the Winterthur Museum in Wilmington, DE. For more information see our blog article: https://www.thewellmadeclock.com/clocks-winterthur-museum-educational-symposium/

30/04/2016

The National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors is offering free webinars. For more information check our blog article https://www.thewellmadeclock.com/free-webinars-offered-by-nawcc/.

29/08/2015

This year’s Ward Francillon Time Symposium will be held on October 22-24 in Houston, Texas. For details check our blog post: https://www.thewellmadeclock.com/2015-ward-francillon-time-symposium-mechanical-music-marvels/

10/07/2015

Did you know that most of the time you, as the clock owner, can correct the problems that cause your mechanical cuckoo clock to stop? That’s why we’ve posted these troubleshooting tips. However, if your clock stopped because the chains slipped off the gears or there’s a buildup of dirt and oil, you’…

13/06/2015

If your grandfather clock stops working, here are a few things you can check before calling a clock repairman. 1. Is the clock wound? Forgetting to wind a grandfather clock is the most common reason it stops working. All grandfather clocks are powered by the gravitational force of its two or three w…

24/03/2015

Can a few well placed coins get your mechanical mantel clock ticking again? Yes, they can. Check out the details in our latest blog article.

Did you know that most of the time you, as the clock owner, can correct the problems that cause mechanical pendulum clocks to stop? That’s why we’ve posted these tips on how to get your timepiece ticking again. The focus of part one in this four-part series is mantel clocks. Future articles will foc…

19/01/2015

Have you ever heard of pre-attentive processing? Find out how it can help you stay on time in our latest blog post.

How often have you been relaxing at home and lost track of time, then … oops, you’re off schedule or late for a meeting? You could have looked at your wristwatch, computer screen or any clock in your house that is, if you had remembered to check. You could also have set your alarm clock …

27/12/2014

Before you transport your grandfather clock to its new location, check out this article.

Planning to move your grandfather clock to a new location? Consider hiring a professional for the job. Here’s a good reason why. Not only can your clock topple over during a move due to its height and weight distribution, but its precision parts and delicate workings can be easily damaged because of…

07/10/2014

There are good reasons why those clock ads show the hands set at the 10:10 position. Read the details in our latest blog article.

Is it just a coincidence that most ads and product photos for clocks and watches show the time at 10:10? Not so. Clock makers have good reasons for positioning the hands at 10:10. There are four: 1. The Happy Clock It’s instinctive to be attracted to things that make us happy. That’s why people woul…

05/09/2014

If you like clocks and you like to laugh, check our new blog post.

There is an old proverb that says, “What soap is to the body, laughter is to the soul.” We all know that a good laugh can make us feel good. But did you know that laughing can actually cause positive changes in the body that protect us from disease? It’s like having a mini workout; …

13/08/2014

Quick Clock Tip

Wooden clocks are like people in a way. They do best in a room that's comfortable for everyday living, not too hot or cold, and not too damp or dry. These clocks are susceptible to extreme fluctuations in humidity and temperature. And just like other fine pieces of furniture, the fluctuations can cause the wood to swell and shrink.

28/07/2014

Find out why people used clocks as piggy banks. Read the details in our recent blog article.

Not all piggy banks are shaped like a pig. This one’s shaped like a clock. In fact it is a clock and it’s called the “Time Savings Clock”. You might ask, who would use such a clock to save their coins? Good question. Somehow, insurance companies figured out that their customers would, and they made…