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Published: September 24, 2007
Grandfather clocks have stood as a symbol of punctuality and regality for generations. They garnered their name after a song written over 100 years ago. Before Henry Clay Work wrote the song "Grandfather's Clock,” these timepieces went by a variety of names. They are now known as grandfather clocks thanks to the historic song.
Whether antique or modern, grandfather clocks continue to be valued today and have a range of makes and models from which to choose.
Grandfather clocks create a sense of awe and dramatic effect in any room. They stand tall, typically around six feet high, and let their presence be known thanks to the beautiful chimes that ring out every hour. In order to keep many of them running like clockwork, they need to be wound every seven days. The pendulum and weights allow the clocks to operate the time, chime and strike chains. They can be made of many different woods, such as cherry and oak. More modern versions have interchangeable crowns to alter their look.
Ridgeway Furniture Company boasts it is the "oldest continuously produced grandfather clock brand in the United States." Starting in 1960, these grandfather clocks have been produced by American clockmakers and been an innovation to the industry. They continually offer the traditional eight-day mechanical models and "dual chime quartz movements." They also manufacture grandfather clocks that play "God Bless America," "America the Beautiful," and traditional Westminster chimes. A special feature to Ridgeway clocks is that they never need to be wound, as with traditional and antique grandfather clocks. Ridgeway's grandfather clocks vary in price from $648-$5,845.
A highly regarded manufacturer of grandfather clocks, Sligh, ceased making the classic timepieces. They were well-known for their precision and cabinetry. Those who desire this grandfather clock need look no further than Bulova, which "bought the design rights to all of the grandfather clocks" made by Sligh. Many of these grandfather clocks have sold out due to the high demand. As such, the prices are available upon request through those who still have an original in possession.
For those interested in antique grandfather clocks, German models are world renown for their craftsmanship and value. Not many are made in Germany today, but American companies rely on German movements to create their modern grandfather clocks. One of the oldest known companies is the Kieninger Clock Factory, founded in 1912 by Joseph Kieninger. This company, and numerous others, have set the standard for grandfather clocks made today.
Of course, there comes a time when grandfather clock repair becomes necessary. It can be taken into a professional or even repaired at home. There are certain things to consider when embarking on grandfather clock repair on ones own. It is important to know what kind of grandfather clock it is in order to know which parts to order. This knowledge is integral to figuring out the weights so it will function in the future.
For hundreds of years, grandfather clocks have been around, symbolizing accuracy and tradition. Modern grandfather clock manufacturers have guaranteed the continuance of this tradition with their exceptional handiwork. The best grandfather clocks have retained this knowledge and continue to chime today.
Sources:
Annely, Kristy. "The German Grandfather Clock Tradition." Ezine Articles. 2007. 24 Sept. 2007 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-German-Grandfather-C lock-Tradition&id=64898
Berry, Wayne. "Weights are on Wrong / Grandfather Clock Repair." Grandfather Clock Repair. 22 Feb. 2004. 24 Sept. 2007 http://www.howtorepairclocks.com/clock-repair/gran dfather/weights-are-on-wrong.html
"Bulova Sligh Grandfather Clocks." 1-800-4CLOCKS. 2007. 24 Sept. 2007. http://www.1-800-4clocks.com/bulova-sligh-grandfat her-clocks.html
"Grandfather Clocks by Sligh." Gift of Time Clocks. 24 Sept. 2007.
http://www.giftoftimeclocks.com/en-us/dept_13.ht ml
"History of the Grandfather Clock." The Clock Depot. 2007. 24 Sept. 2007. http://www.theclockdepot.com/history_of_the_grandf ather_clock.html
"Our History." Ridgeway. 24 Sept. 2007. http://ridgewayclocks.imagesolutionsint.com/histor y.asp
"Ridgeway." Grandfather Clocks. 2007. 24 Sept. 2007. http://www.grandfatherclocks.com/ridgeway/1775+429 4880999.cfm#navbar=N%3D1775+4294880999+4294880999+ />
Grandfather clocks create a sense of awe and dramatic effect in any room. They stand tall, typically around six feet high, and let their presence be known thanks to the beautiful chimes that ring out every hour. In order to keep many of them running like clockwork, they need to be wound every seven days. The pendulum and weights allow the clocks to operate the time, chime and strike chains. They can be made of many different woods, such as cherry and oak. More modern versions have interchangeable crowns to alter their look.
Ridgeway Furniture Company boasts it is the "oldest continuously produced grandfather clock brand in the United States." Starting in 1960, these grandfather clocks have been produced by American clockmakers and been an innovation to the industry. They continually offer the traditional eight-day mechanical models and "dual chime quartz movements." They also manufacture grandfather clocks that play "God Bless America," "America the Beautiful," and traditional Westminster chimes. A special feature to Ridgeway clocks is that they never need to be wound, as with traditional and antique grandfather clocks. Ridgeway's grandfather clocks vary in price from $648-$5,845.
A highly regarded manufacturer of grandfather clocks, Sligh, ceased making the classic timepieces. They were well-known for their precision and cabinetry. Those who desire this grandfather clock need look no further than Bulova, which "bought the design rights to all of the grandfather clocks" made by Sligh. Many of these grandfather clocks have sold out due to the high demand. As such, the prices are available upon request through those who still have an original in possession.
For those interested in antique grandfather clocks, German models are world renown for their craftsmanship and value. Not many are made in Germany today, but American companies rely on German movements to create their modern grandfather clocks. One of the oldest known companies is the Kieninger Clock Factory, founded in 1912 by Joseph Kieninger. This company, and numerous others, have set the standard for grandfather clocks made today.
Of course, there comes a time when grandfather clock repair becomes necessary. It can be taken into a professional or even repaired at home. There are certain things to consider when embarking on grandfather clock repair on ones own. It is important to know what kind of grandfather clock it is in order to know which parts to order. This knowledge is integral to figuring out the weights so it will function in the future.
For hundreds of years, grandfather clocks have been around, symbolizing accuracy and tradition. Modern grandfather clock manufacturers have guaranteed the continuance of this tradition with their exceptional handiwork. The best grandfather clocks have retained this knowledge and continue to chime today.
Sources:
Annely, Kristy. "The German Grandfather Clock Tradition." Ezine Articles. 2007. 24 Sept. 2007 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-German-Grandfather-C lock-Tradition&id=64898
Berry, Wayne. "Weights are on Wrong / Grandfather Clock Repair." Grandfather Clock Repair. 22 Feb. 2004. 24 Sept. 2007 http://www.howtorepairclocks.com/clock-repair/gran dfather/weights-are-on-wrong.html
"Bulova Sligh Grandfather Clocks." 1-800-4CLOCKS. 2007. 24 Sept. 2007. http://www.1-800-4clocks.com/bulova-sligh-grandfat her-clocks.html
"Grandfather Clocks by Sligh." Gift of Time Clocks. 24 Sept. 2007.
http://www.giftoftimeclocks.com/en-us/dept_13.ht ml
"History of the Grandfather Clock." The Clock Depot. 2007. 24 Sept. 2007. http://www.theclockdepot.com/history_of_the_grandf ather_clock.html
"Our History." Ridgeway. 24 Sept. 2007. http://ridgewayclocks.imagesolutionsint.com/histor y.asp
"Ridgeway." Grandfather Clocks. 2007. 24 Sept. 2007. http://www.grandfatherclocks.com/ridgeway/1775+429 4880999.cfm#navbar=N%3D1775+4294880999+4294880999+ />
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