Antique Seikosha Wall Clock Repair Pt. 7 - Movement Reassembly

Final Episode of the Seikosha Clock Repair. Includes a detailed explanation of where all the parts go, how to put back together, problem with strike train running continuously and correction, how to oil and putting in beat. Thank you for everyone's patience while I dealt with family problems which prevented me from finishing this series much earlier. My name is Ab, and I thank everyone for joining me in my journey in amateur clock repair and history.

[@time4clocks]

One more thing! When I tried to set the beat of the clock at the end of the video it was off. I do not yet have an ear for distinguishing an even beat but I'm trying. Just Mike was correct when he said the last beat was terrible. Sorry about that folks! Will try to get better! LOL

[@beiderbecke1927]

Coming late to the party, I missed any lulls between episodes, so it all flowed nicely. If I ever muster the bravery to take a clock apart, I'll be referencing this video! I was fascinated watching you reassemble the movement. I can make things look nice, but my mechanical skills are very limited. The clock looks great, respectfully restored so it still shows it's had a long life. It was fortunate to have found a new life with you. I look forward to exploring your existing videos, while eagerly awaiting new ones. Thanks so much Ab, from Daniel in Grand Rapids, MI.

[@time4clocks]

Very kind of you to say Mr Daniel! Thank you! I feel that I am only now getting into my stride with making videos. I always consider it worth it if even one person is even helped. I appreciate you watching! 🥰

[@czeslaw20przybyla56]

Witam i dziękuję za bardzo ciekawe odcinki renowacji zegara jestem zachwycony pozdrawiam życzę dalszych udanych napraw a ja jestem z Polski też naprawiam zegary i zegarki jako amator i wychodzi mi to nawet nieżle pozdrawia Czesław

[@time4clocks]

Dziękuję za miły komentarz! Życzę powodzenia w naprawie zegarów w Nowym Roku! Mam nadzieję, że w Polsce jest Ci ciepło!!

[@pafurnace]

Greetings Ab! You know what they say about the journey of a thousand miles. I'm very glad to see you made it all the way to the last mile. Was it a slow journey? Well, yeah. It was. Was it a profitable journey? Most certainly! Not only for you, but for us who have watched from a distance. I've been repairing clocks since 2009 and I learned more than a few things from you. But one of the best things about your videos is your demeanor. It's hard to find people who are simply pleasant to be around. I don't know where you live, but I think we could really enjoy some clock fellowship if you ever make it in your journeys to SC! And I'd be happy to show you a few things I've learned in horology. Now I've got to look for an old Seikosha clock. It looks like yours is very well made. The newer Asian clocks of the last 30 or 40 years are not nearly of the same quality as the older versions. The 30-day Asian clocks (and especially the Chinese versions) are particularly bad and even dangerous if you're not extremely careful with the crazy strong mainsprings. I look forward to seeing what you'll do next. And if you ever need some clock-related advice, feel free to ask. I certainly don't have all the answers, but that doesn't prevent me from having an opinion about nearly everything! All the best to you, friend.

[@time4clocks]

Thank you so much, pafurnace. I'm in Arizona. In clock repair, and in life, we can all learn from each other. The old Seikosha clocks took western designs and improved upon them. So far, everyone that I find with an old Japanese clock is impressed by them. Please keep in touch and I am honored you consider my videos worth watching. Best regards, Ab. 🙏

[@52dislikes]

.... wow! Love that shining movement, that's one to be proud of. Everyone wants wall clocks! 😃

[@time4clocks]

Thanks 52! Wall clocks are awesome! 🌞

[@weejohnoo]

It looks great Ab. Fair play to you. I understand your relief at getting the job done, I too have numerous clocks and projects all patiently awaiting my attention and nagging away at the back of my mind! I very much enjoy your videos, they are relaxing and inspiring. A nice combo!

[@time4clocks]

Thank you, wee john! Now I have to tune my ear to get the tick tock right and even. 😁

[@chrischapman4314]

Awesome job. Looking forward to more videos. Using your instructions to help me with my clocks.

[@time4clocks]

Thank you, Chris. In amateur clock repair we can all learn from each other. Hope you have good success with your clocks. 😁

[@rehorneman]

HI MR AB, #7 was one of the best videos you have done! I loved the way you reassembled the movement. One of the best i have ever seen, and i have seen a lot! See you are a master woodworker. You do beautiful work. I remember when you were afraid to take a movement apart! You have come a long way. Loved the way you showed the Asian art work and the music.

[@time4clocks]

Thank you, Mr. Bob! Appreciate that! Now I have to get my ear around the tick tock being even. I have a beat amplifier now which I hope will help me. Thank you for the kind words!! 😁

[@practicalfixes4039]

I underestimated the precision involved in overhauling that little dry gearbox. Not anymore. Superb work Ab,,, and thank you very much for taking the time to show how a clock is restored perfectly and professionally.

[@time4clocks]

Thank you, Practical Fixes. I didn't realize it at the time but that video link I posted where the Indian fellow coiled his mainspring by hand, I noticed later everything in the video was reversed. I've seen people use their phones to film and for some reason the video is reversed like in a mirror. I didn't want to mention it to him in a comment as he might be embarrassed. Anyhow, I was glad to finish the video as I learned quite a few things as well. 😁

[@practicalfixes4039]

@@time4clocks I watched that video and never noticed it was a mirror image. Well, lots of things escape me now such as spelling and vocab, both English and Arabic words, hand coordination and sight, so no wonder I did not notice. AS a 70s year old said" I wish my 60s are back". I wish you all the best, you and your loved ones friend.

[@southerndude100]

Ab, I really enjoyed this series of repair videos for this Seikosha wall clock. I also have an early Seikosha wall clock among my collection of American, German and English clocks. I'm happy to report that the cabinet is in very nice condition and shows all the earmarks of a remarkably sturdy and exceptionally good quality build. I think the Seikosha's have been underrated for much too long, glad to see them getting some long overdue consideration from horology enthusiasts. I think they make a fine quality clock (many with works similar to Ansonia's) and still available at affordable prices..... but maybe not for too much longer, as people are wising up to them! Your knowledge is quite good with these Japanese clocks, do you suppose if I sent you a few pictures of my Seikosha, you might be able to help me date it? Please keep up the great work and thank you again for taking the time to share your experience with all of us. Be well.

[@time4clocks]

Sure! On my channel page click on ABOUT and then click on email contact and then click on the email address. I love to see other people's clocks and even though there is a big language barrier, these clocks can usually be dated within about 10 years or so. Also, if there is a label on the back or inside, photo that as well. Thanks also for the feedback. That kind of thing helps me press on. Sometimes I have no idea what to do next. Best regards, Ab.😸

[@fintan3563]

Hold on Ab. Better days are ahead. “Tough times never last. Tough people do!”

[@time4clocks]

🌷🌷Clocks, flowers, and tea-room, full speed ahead, Fintan. 🌷🌷

[@justmike57]

I am so happy you are back and doing what you enjoy. Been worried about you. Your an expert in my book. and that is why I showcase you in my Channel section. You show others that need help how to work on their own clocks as I do. Love the history you find on the clocks you are working on as well. On my parlor clocks, I have never found a wire to hold the trip lever from hitting the count wheel. That is a great idea to put one on. I like that gripping screw driver. That beat you set last was terrible, lol. I guess that is why they make an amplifier for the beat. Yea! the clock is done now with all the stuff going on in your life. GREAT Job. God Bless

[@time4clocks]

Thanks, Mike! I admit I don't have an ear for the beat. Hopefully, I will get better or get the earwax out! 😁

[@bornfree3963]

Good to see you back sir!

[@time4clocks]

Thank you, Born Free! 😁

[@fabienlamour3644]

Really Ab... I admire your calm and patience to do such precise work.👍👍👍👍 nice to see you back on the track!!!😀😀😀 wow looks like a new one...very nice mouvement.

[@time4clocks]

Thank you, friend Fabien!! 🐱 Onward and upward! 🦚🌞

[@neiltan1939]

Thank you for the great videos featuring your Antique Seikosha Wall Clock. You did a fantastic job describing your restoration as well as a great job restoring it. I don't remember if it was during this job or on another clock restore you did but while you were cleaning parts you mentioned that some folks just clean with kerosene. My father's dad cleaned their clocks using "paraffin" just like you mentioned. That's all he used. I'm looking forward to watching more of you videos. Thank you and Merry Christmas.

[@time4clocks]

Thank you, neiltan1939, for your nice comment and well wishes. Hope your holiday will be joyful and happy. I think in the UK they call it white paraffin or just parafinn, which is actually kerosene here in the states. Your encouragement is appreciated 👍😸

[@wernerkratzer8330]

Hello Ab, I look forward to hearing and seeing from you again. Unfortunately I have no idea about technology but I admire your work and skill. I wish you all the best and stay healthy. Greetings Werner!

[@time4clocks]

Thank you so much Werner! Hope you have a great day my friend! 😁

[@اكرمالشمري-ز6ش]

عمل رائع..يستحق ألتقدير..أستمر رجاء"..

[@time4clocks]

Thank you so much! 👍🙏

[@SUDARSHANCHHETRI-z3i]

Really really helpful video... Thanks a lot brother... God bless you..

[@time4clocks]

I only just now saw your comment, my apologies!! Thank you!

[@clythedon4497]

Excellent work Ab. Enjoyed this series thoroughly and look forward to all your future projects. You have encouraged me in my own clock projects, including a couple of Seikoshas.

[@time4clocks]

Appreciate the kind words Cly! That's great that you have some clock projects also! These clocks are still plentiful to find and since professional repairs often cost more than a clock is worth you really have nothing to lose. 😁

[@pauldyck4596]

Congratulations! You got it running! Getting the strike side sequenced properly can be quite frustrating, and I've had to walk away before I started throwing things more than once, but you figured it out. Hopefully it gets easier the more clocks you work on.

[@time4clocks]

Thank you, Paul! I certainly had to stop and walk away more than once while my pea brain digested what was happening there. 😁

[@fabienlamour3644]

Yoohoo!!! We're still there... 😄😄😄😄 Take care🕓🕓🕓🕓🕓

[@time4clocks]

🥰🥰🥰🙏🙏🌷🌷

[@nature_people]

Unbelievable ❤️ Great skill 👍 ✨️ 💖

[@time4clocks]

Thanks!

[@asdf35750]

Make sure the count wheel is the right way up, otherwise the hours will strike in reverse order

[@time4clocks]

Thank you for mentioning that!! 😸

[@Johnmiller-gm9lm]

Thank you

[@time4clocks]

You are most welcome, John!

[@amirariskiana2587]

how to deal with the gong spring not moving and how to set it on the saikosa watch and how to set the pins and gears on the saikosa watch in more detail, because in the video for repairing the saikosa watch, I don't understand, please answer. greetings, I'm from Indonesia

[@time4clocks]

If you watch the video, I tried to show as clearly and as detailed as possible how to put the movement back together. I'm sorry about the language barrier and don't know how to assist you further. Hope you will be successful in solving your problem.

[@burakdag7976]

Merhaba bende aynı marka- model saat var fakat dakik çalışmıyor haftada 3-4 dk sapma meydana geliyor?

[@time4clocks]

It might need cleaning and oiling or a spring might need to be replaced.

[@burakdag7976]

@@time4clocks temizlik ve yağlamayı yaptım fakat zaman sapması meydana geliyor. yataklarda milimetrik boşluk - aşınma var o yüzden de yapabilir mi acaba? teşekkürler

[@waltervon4217]

Bravo 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 Bravo 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@time4clocks]

haha, thank you, walter von. All that clapping might give me a swelled head. 😁

[@SUDARSHANCHHETRI-z3i]

Really really helpful video... Thanks a lot brother... God bless you..

[@time4clocks]

My pleasure! Thank you! 😁