How to put a pendulum clock in beat

[@okbridges]

I try to be as broad as possible in this video explaining how to put a pendulum in beat because: 1: Many variations exist in escapement construction. 2: Crutch designs can vary widely 3: Newer clocks allow beating setting to be easier for the user, while old clocks are generally more difficult. 4: All youtube viewers seem to labor under the impression that instructions for THEIR SPECIFIC CLOCK is available and that I know telepathically what their clock is. 5: If you're in a hurry, clock repair is not for you, but if you don't want to watch the whole video, at least watch the chapters beginning at 5:51, 10:57 and 16:06 This video is more about HOW to set the beat, rather than explicit instructions for a specific clock. And yes, I speak slowly and with pauses, if this taxes your patience, you have no business trying to attempt doing anything to a clock, leave that type of work to someone else.🙂

[@senarathdanawalagamageupal3869]

Thanks for the crash course & sharing your valuable experience. We refurbish our Seth Thomas mantel clock running for the exact time again

[@bobcarwell9172]

Thank you for taking the "time". Clock movements look so delicate and intimidating to noobies like me and every time it goes out of beat by somebody moving it, it means a trip into town and a bill that gets expensive. At least this adjustment amongst the myriad levers and wheels is simple, straightforward, logical and something I can do ! Thanks again for the clear explanation !

[@HWPcville]

Your explanations were clear and easily understood. However, with the other clock(s) ticking in the background it was hard to discern the "tempo" after adjusting the crutch wire. Thanks for posting.

[@okbridges]

Very good point, thanks for the comment. If I ever remake this video I will keep this in mind....

[@mopardeer]

Thank you for sharing your experience. My father collected antique pendulum clocks throughout his life, he passed away before he could show me these things. Thanks again. John.

[@jst.hilaire354]

Good simple explanation. (Belleville washer/spring is the correct name. It is a dished spring washer to compress an assembly.)

[@robbytheatomicengineer5749]

THANK YOU!!! was able to get my grandfathers old Korean Morris clock ticking again!

[@OmicronTauKappaClassicDaddy]

Thanks for the crash course...I was able to put my clock in beat and get it going thanks to your instruction on how to do it. 😀

[@adrienderuyck1034]

Thank-you very much. I think I learned sufficient to set the beat on my grandfather clock. Suggestion: If you ever redo this video stop the clock that you are not adjusting. I found it very difficult to track the softer beat of the clock you were adjusting.

[@okbridges]

Thanks for the feedback and I'm glad you got your grandfather clock adjusted.

[@georgelengu7802]

Thank You much for this Good Lesson that makes for every-body, The Beat Adjustment very simple. Good job!

[@keneakin2263]

Thank You, Thank YOU, THANK YOU! Such a simple adjustment but what a wonderful result. Couldn't have done it without ya!

[@standrew7423]

First off.....Love the name! Oklahoma Bridges! Secondly...thanks for the vid. I have purchased an old Sessions 8 day mantle. All seemed to be in working order but it just would not continue to run. After several videos and suggestions, I was about to give up for a week before trying to dismantle and clean. I saw your video and tried your adjustment and Woala!!! Thanks for this tip and it has been running for 30 minutes now. I just hope that when I put it back in the clock that all remains the same. Fingers crossed and Thanks Again!

[@okbridges]

Excellent! Glad to hear your clock is running!

[@aspend7020]

Thank you! We got our Seth Thomas mantel clock running again.

[@utherkbn]

Thank you! Very helpful in adjusting a Mantel Clock made by Plymouth/Seth Thomas Clock Co. We bought it at a yard sale for $10. We knew the local High School needed one for a prop in an an upcoming play. The clock didn’t work and we didn’t think it needed to run for the play. However I needed to see if there was anything I could do to make it run. I made it run before seeing your instructional video but knew something was wrong. I adjusted the Crutch towards the front on a hunch after visual inspection but this video was super in adjusting the rhythm. Your hand adjustments were much clearer then how you described the use of the tool. My Crutch was on the opposite side as yours from the pendulum rod, so I reversed the bend directions and that worked GREAT! (Now do I get reimbursed for the clock purchase or just loan it to them? 🤔) Thank you again!

[@catfish500mark9]

Listen to the beat people listen to the beat and dont worry about the other clock ticking and the music in the background.

[@okbridges]

LOL!

[@snatr]

Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!

[@romsterz]

LOVE all the detailed information about the parts and what they’re called and I will absolutely watch more of your videos. Because I got so much information out of your video and want to see you make more I would like to encourage you in doing these and possibly other types of videos but wanted to point out a couple of things that would make them even better: Your use of a pointing device is Exactly what’s needed to illustrate what you’re describing and to that end is very helpful but it’s not 100% consistent and there are some spots where you describe a part but don’t point to it and while it’s obvious to you it’s not obvious to the viewer amongst the many other parts inevitably in the shot. I must repeat some of the other comments that have said that it is difficult to discern the beat you’re talking about with all the other clocks running in the background (which don’t sound all that much in the background) and it is very difficult to discern which beat you’re talking about especially if you’re not looking directly at the screen at that moment. The music playing in the background oddly enough is actually helpful if it were the only other sound because it would give you something to put the beat against to see whether it’s going faster or slower as you adjust - it if that makes sense. I thought at first I would be distracted by the music but it was actually helpful. If you are going to make more videos, which I do hope you do, perhaps invest in a stand for your camera or phone or whatever you’re using and free both your hands to work or, if you’ve got someone who wouldn’t mind holding the camera for you… but at least get yourself a stand or a POV camera strapped to your forehead. The demonstration clocks that you have rigged up are perfect and I would be interested to see demonstrations on even more different types of clocks and obscure ones because it seems like you may have access to some of those. I find clockwork fascinating but I don’t really know anything about it and your video is extremely helpful. After watching it I was able to repair and set running in perfect time a pendulum wall clock that has been in my family for quite some time but has not run for the past few years, so thank you.

[@normanvelez4657]

Thanknyou. Finally someone explained it.

[@koreanature]

Wow, My best friend, Thank you for your hard work in making the video. I enjoyed the good video. Have a happy day.

[@lobbo232]

Thanks, this was such a great demonstration

[@debragibson3489]

Great lesson!! thank you!!!........Tooooo many clocks operating in the background to listen to the bending process and adjustments. Maybe adjust and listen to 1 clock only.....nuthin else in the background....Thanx again!!

[@okbridges]

Thanks. remaking this video is on the 'to-do' list that I never seem to get to!!

[@halilcop3915]

Thank you very much, i am looking for this trick for a long time

[@JoeKaye-hn5dt]

Thanks for showing how the stem of the pendulum actually connects to the spring steel at the top of a time only Seth Thomas school house regulator. In tinkering with regulator clocks over the years, that stem sometimes disconnects while the clock is up, assembled, and running, and you can't see what connects to what. Adjusting the fob to get it to time right, , Boom! the whole pendulum assembly falls to the bottom of the clock. So, then what? I've figured iout how that all goes together thanks to this vid.

[@JoeKaye-hn5dt]

btw, on that subject, one of my (cheap, copy) regulators, 40 years ago, the spring steel broke in half. I took it out, and for lack of a replacement part, I, placed a segment of wide rubber band in there, and hung the pendulum shaft from that rubber band. That clock still keeps very good time!. I think I was lucky.

[@kpk1958]

The other clocks running in the background create confusion for "tick tock" detection/characterization on the clock you're adjusting. Otherwise, good video. Thanks for posting.

[@lawebbermusic6991]

Should not the escapement wheel rotate the same amount on each of the tick and the tock - when the pendulum moves to the right and the left. One end at least of the pallet shaft is movable to adjust this. On your Seth Thomas the rotation looks quite uneven. You might find it performs better if you adjust this.

[@okbridges]

Yes, the adjustment you speak of is called drop, or making the drop even. Sometimes, and heavy emphasis on the word sometimes, mearly adjusting the distance of the pallet arbor from the escape wheel can adjust the drop. What this adjustment typically does is adjust the depth of the escape wheel on the pallets. Adjusting drop requires changing the distance between the pallets and the depth. The two adjustments have to be done at the same time, or poor results will follow

[@simonbode7356]

It would help if you could have ONLY ONE clock ticking at any time.

[@okbridges]

I understand. Being that I collect and repair them, I am used to, and take for granted, that having other clocks running makes it more difficult.

[@Fred-nz9dp]

Yeah I did got confused by running multiple ogee clocks by listening to escapement and other clocks was running fine…

[@donnabrochez6165]

I just oiled and greased my grandfather clock. I WAS HOPING THAT the chimes would work. The clock was working fine and then it stopped chiming. When it tries to chime it is like there is not enough momentum for it to continue. If I pull on the quarter chime weight of course it will chime. When it does actually complete a chime it is very slow. I have to take the working out of the clock again i figured I should reclean it. FOLLOWING THE VIDEOS ON UTUBE BY RHJ GOLD. Any advice?

[@okbridges]

I have not watched the videos you are making reference to. Your clock needs to be taken apart and cleaned first before oiling. If you feel comfortable with the work required then go for it.

[@anthonykinrade8642]

Excellent stuff

[@HagerHay]

I have a Ridgeway model 225, date 8/27/86, Movement CC-1161-853-114-CM. It will not stay in beat, I have found that the anchor escapement is loose on the shaft. I can rotate the anchor slightly and it will run just fine, then all of the sudden it will slip and get out of beat again. What is an acceptable way to secure it to the shaft? After see your video and the discussion on the verg which I called an anchor and the clutch. The clock is over oiled might the clutch be slipping as if I move the verg it will stay in beat for an hour or so then get out of beat, and suggestions? I really like to see younger people getting interested in these things. Good job.. Thank you Hager Hay

[@magicone9327]

When bending the crutch wire please state what is obvious to you. CC or CW rotation of the tool.

[@giantessmaria]

thanks! my problem is; the clock runs for like 3 minutes and stops....any ideas what to adjust?

[@neilschneider6307]

Great vid, learned how the clutch is set.

[@micjam1986]

I just got an old weight driven seth thomas clock which looks just like the one on the right. It's running too fast and pendulum nut is at max bottom. How can I slow it down more??

[@okbridges]

You might need to make a new pendulum rod for it to make it longer, or the pendulum bob is not the original and is too light. Another possibility is the escapement is worn/misadjusted and more than one tooth is passing by .

[@micjam1986]

@@okbridges thanks so much for your response! I found a longer pendulum rod in the box of parts that came with the clock. Put that in and I'm dialing it in now..👍

[@Scott555ish]

Hi. I've just inherited a Ansonia clock very similar to the Seth Thames you have. I've managed to get it running after its been in storage since 1970. But the chim occurs about 2 minutes early. Is there axway to adjust the chime so it happens at the o'clock. If you have FB maybe i can message via their. Thanks

[@okbridges]

If you look, you'll see a j-shaped lever near the shaft that carries the minute hand. This lever is lifted by an l-shaped wire attached to the minute hand shaft. You will need to adjust these parts to get the striking to occur right at the hour. I would start with the L-shaped lifting piece on the arbor. Watch the mechanism cycle a few times to understand what is goin on and which way to carefully bend the L-shaped wire to trigger the striking later. The adjustment will be very small.

[@Fred-nz9dp]

I can tell my collection of clocks by chimes and ticking individually! Great for keeping your hearing short with cochlear implant!

[@راجحالدوسري-ل3ش]

شكرا..شكرا جزيلا...فيديو رائع..لقد تعلمنا منك كثير..

[@MartyLJ57]

Nice video. I wish you would have shown how to adjust the Seth Thomas clock. I replaced the Pendulum spring but now the timing id off whack. How is that done.

[@johnbarker4912]

Replacement spring is slightly stronger or weaker, likely stronger. adjust your pendulum height. shorter for faster, longer for slower

[@grantbuford5870]

I have an old Seth Thomas OG clock. It has weights. I don’t believe the pendulum fob is original. What kind did they usually have?

[@joaopedrobenbarreiros877]

Great video. Thank you very much to share your knowledge. I have a question: the german type small movement that (where you put in beat moving the anchor in the clutch instead of bending the crutch) also has a way of adjusting the anchor up and down by adjusting the back cock (I this that's the correct name); in this case how do you put it in beat when you have 2 settings that must work together? Thank's in advance

[@okbridges]

The beat and escapement depth are two separate adjustments The escapement depth is adjusted by loosening the two screws and moving the bridge or cock up and down. Escapement depth takes more skill to adjust and also requires considerably more explanation. For most newer clock, such as the German movement shown, the escapement is adjusted at the factory and does not need further adjustment. If the bridge/cock needs removed to bush the pivot, a mark should be made before removal on the back plate to get it back in the correct position. If the escapement needs adjusted because of pallet wear, the pallets will also need reconditioning and adjustment, or replacement. As stated earlier, the beat and escapement depth are two separate adjustments. If required, the escapement is adjusted first; after the escapement is correctly set-up the beat can be adjusted. Escapement adjustment should be done with the movement out of the case, with the spring unwound. Beat adjustment is done after the movement is cased up and is one of the final adjustments made. It is not uncommon to have to readjust the beat anytime a clock is moved, or to compensate for the case settling on soft surfaces such as carpet, etc. The escapement, however, will not need readjustment.

[@joaopedrobenbarreiros877]

@@okbridges thanks for your answer

[@misterg7179]

I have a Seth Thomas mantel clock that strikes on half hour and hour but two minutes early. Can you advise how to adjust it. It does not have a slip minute hand. The minute hand goes only in one of 4 positions and is held on with a pin through the shaft. Thanks OK...

[@dougotto1705]

Really cool man thanks !

[@IH1940HAY]

The anchor escapement on my Ridgeway grandfathers clock is loose on the shaft it slips and gets out of beat. Can I use a small dab of glue on it or what would be a way to make it secure on the shaft? Thanks

[@keitha.9788]

Difficult to hear the clock "beat"of the test movement when several other clocks are running in the background.....

[@blue_hedgehog_gaming_clock9580]

Thanks!

[@HagerHay]

I have a Ridgeway model 225, date 8/27/86, Movement CC-1161-853-114-CM. It will not stay in beat, I have found that the anchor escapement is loose on the shaft. I can rotate the anchor slightly and it will run just fine, then all of the sudden it will slip and get out of beat again. What is an acceptable way to secure it to the shaft? Thank you Hager Hay

[@johnbarker4912]

solder

[@davidbentley8634]

Great video! I have a drop dial clock over 100 years old that looks like it has been serviced in the last few years (nice and clean movement and clean oil in places where old needs to be) but it keeps stopping. I have adjusted the crutch so that it is in beat when started, but after between 2 -15 minutes it starts to go out of beat slightly and eventually stops. The escape wheel teeth all look the same, the pallets don't appear worn and nothing seems to be rubbing, and the loop around the crutch is not pinching. The longest I've had it going before stopping is 30 minutes. It is wound up and the spring looks intact. Any ideas?

[@johnbarker4912]

I would inspect your pivot bushes for excess movement of the wheel shafts. Friction and misalignment are your biggest enemy

[@conniemerikor]

hello- You are a good teacher- so....take your time! (scuse the pun) I have a question- is it possible to adjust a clock to tick tock a bit quieter? My clock is an old schoolhouse clock - wind up pendulum- keeps great time for a week on one wind.

[@okbridges]

There is no adjustment that will alter the loudness of the tick. Some clocks were made with rubber isolaters to keep the case from amplifying the noises made by the movement, but the vast majority of clocks were not.

[@conniemerikor]

@@okbridges Thank you so much for your reply. It's been a question for a long time!!!

[@HagerHay]

I have a Ridgeway model 225, date 8/27/86, Movement CC-1161-853-114-CM. It will not stay in beat, I have found that the anchor escapement is loose on the shaft. I can rotate the anchor slightly and it will run just fine, then all of the sudden it will slip and get out of beat again. After watching your video I think my clock has a clutch or at least looks like it, I just got the clock and it is way over Oiled since I can too easily move the verg which I called an anchor then I think it might be slipping on its own getting out of beat. And suggestions? Thanks like to see young people learn more about these manual things. What is an acceptable way to secure it to the shaft? Thank you Hager Hay

[@okbridges]

There's a few ways you can fix the anchor to the arbor. I suggest removing the assembly from the movement in all cases, it can usually be taken out without disassembling the movement. You can use loctite to secure the anchor to the arbor. I think it is loctite 503 you would want to use other option is to drill and tap the anchor for a small set screw. Third option is to solder the anchor.

[@stephendavies5528]

Very helpful, thank you 👍

[@catherineallison3475]

Excellent thanks

[@JimmiePorterAtStuartArts]

Outstanding...thank you.

[@vilas4265]

Hi. Thanks for the video. My clock is similar to the German clock movement. The pendulum doesn’t swing and the chime mechanism is not working. Do you have a tutorial on how to break down the movement for a full repair? Many thanks!

[@okbridges]

I do not have a video on your specific style of movement as of yet. However, if you watch some of my other video series, you will see the general principals invoked. Take a look at these playlists and watch them, you will learn the basic techniques needed to service a movement: kzbin.info/aero/PL3n0ffUd1sKPQTHMQUo6sJJW8l3NNJN6_ kzbin.info/aero/PL3n0ffUd1sKMRVhygSwhyugCoTscwZ2Od kzbin.info/aero/PL3n0ffUd1sKMXvQEY3w3HGGz3GRCJSVIv I included an alarm clock series because your clock likely used spring barrels just like the alarm clock and you will need to let the springs down, just as described in this video.

[@vilas4265]

Thanks buddy. On closer inspection, the escapement wheel is not turning when the verge goes side to side. I tried swinging the crutch manually but same result! I'm assuming the escapement and or pallet is shot?

[@okbridges]

@@vilas4265 Most likely the oil has dried up and not enough power is getting to the escape wheel. Try putting some pressure on the minute hand in the direction it turn and mover the crutch back nd forth and see if the escapement functions normally.

[@vilas4265]

okbridges okbridges hey bud just tried this and still no luck. It was working before, but I may have done something silly as I removed the verge and the escarpment started spinning like crazy until the spring was fully unwound. It’s only when I connected the verge back, the escapement was no longer moving correctly when moving the arbour back and forth. This clock is a project for me and I’m learning so much already!

[@okbridges]

@@vilas4265 Look carefully at the escape wheel teeth and see if one or more are bent. The teeth can be straightened back out with care, but this is usually best done with the wheel out of the movement. Also, the verge pivots are often in adjustable arms and may have gotten moved nearer the escape wheel, this could be less likely, so check for bent teeth first.

[@pamslove]

Starts @ 5:46 👍

[@garywicks8643]

Sessions banjo pendulum wall clock with 2 arbors for winding clock and winding chime/bongs. The cock runs fast even though pendulum bob lowered as far as possible downward. What can I do to slow clock up. I think pendulum length needs to be increased...but impossible. Thank you. Clock gains 10 minutes every few hours.

[@okbridges]

Watch the escape wheel thru at least 1 full revolution and make sure the escapement is not skipping teeth. How much room do you have in the case for a longer pendulum? It is possible the pendulum you have is not original and is too short. Sometimes, if the pendulum is too light it will also run too fast. Proper bob weight is generally 3.5 to 5 oz. Additionally, and I am guessing the clock has a recoil escapement, sometimes the escapement can be so out of adjustment that the clock runs fast. In such cases the pendulum makes very short swings and the pallets barely impinge on the escape wheel teeth. Escapements in this condition are very close to skipping teeth and risk damaging the tooth tips.

[@rehorneman]

Hi OK, I think you have repaired cuckoos. I enjoy your clock videos and always learn from them. I have a three train musical cuckoo. If I sent the movement to you, would consider doing a video of the disassembly, no bushings, and reassembly of the unit? thanks Bob

[@okbridges]

What problem are you having specifically with this movement?

[@rehorneman]

@@okbridges The one I want to repair has been worked on before me.It seems the main problem is the weights will not come down. I am afraid to take it apart. I have another similar movement that I could use as sample. So I was hoping that If someone like you could take it apart and reassemble it and do a video that would help me learn how they are put together and adjusted.

[@okbridges]

@@rehorneman If your not in a rush, after I do a video set on the style 4 Big Ben Chime Alarm, I will do a 30-Hr Regula cuckoo clock video. If that does not help you out, we can discuss sending the movement to do a video on.

[@rehorneman]

@@okbridges Hi I am ok with 30 hour and 8 day Regula. I also am very familiar with SCHATZ. I will watch for your videos. And then if you would consider the three train movement video, I would much appreciate your help.If you can let me know how much time you are talking about to do the video of the three train?

[@strattonthewolf213]

I just got a bulova wall clock that didnt work. Got the bell system to work and am working on the time system. The long skinny piece of plastic that holds the pendulum is broken is that plastic or some sort of spring steel? And can i make or buy it.

[@okbridges]

It should be a spring steel. It is called a suspension spring. On a clock such as your Bulova, the spring is two small pieces of spring steel help in a metal or plastic block such as the one shown at the bottom of the page here: www.jfkclock.com/springs.php Use your old spring to correctly match up a replacement here: milehiclocksupplies.com/ or here: timesavers.com/

[@Lit_Hot_takes]

I have a Ansonia Triumph Clock 1877 it has worked with out problems for last 10 years but yesterday it stopped (I am unsure but i think i heard a loud noise from the mechanism housing at the last week i don't know what it was...) but now i am unable to get a any beat the only way to get it to tick tock or beat is by holding the wind key clockwise and it will work for about 20 minutes then stop again . Any suggest why it will not beat..?

[@brucenorton3792]

Check to see if the spring on the time side broke.

[@Lit_Hot_takes]

@@brucenorton3792 I got it going ticking later on that day after taking a risk and winding it much tighter than a usually do. It run for about 3 weeks with no problems, Then is it stopped again with same the issue having push winding key forward well i did this and i thought to try risking again lol and push the key to see if something different may help it well i heard a loud noise i think came from the spring winding gear when pushing the key (i have never taken the clock face off as i'm do only know about my clocks as from a collectable view) well after that noise it has been running perfectly for the last 3 weeks fingers crossed. I'm no expert on mechanisms in clocks - Can i ask what you think...? Sorry for the long reply :)

[@brucenorton3792]

@@Lit_Hot_takes the loud noise is most likely the spring. Sometimes it does not wind or unwind evenly because it's dirty or rusty or needs lubrication. And then you'll get that loud noise. Don't worry about over winding it. Just wind it up until it stops but don't force it past that.

[@Lit_Hot_takes]

@@brucenorton3792 Thanks for the reply.

[@coffeebitt1]

Thank you haven’t seen it yet… it’s my mother in laws clock. It’s aggravating pendulum will STOP

[@upcycleengineer7825]

Great Vid, Thanks

[@deloisrichardson6054]

Hi, why do my clock keep stop, it is hard to set??

[@lacychandler05]

Where did you buy your wire bending tool?

[@okbridges]

I'm pretty sure Timesavers carries it. I got it from R&M Imports but they are out of business now.

[@lacychandler05]

I pretty much boogered up my crutch today. I’m just not sure which one to select. I have a Seth Thomas shelf clock make roughly 1890’s all. It’s a front door affair. Is there anywhere that it tells you?

[@deloisrichardson6054]

I'm have a hard time set the pendulum??

[@MarkoneOnly]

How many tick tocks per minute for typical clock? Mine is a Black Forest cuckoo clock.

[@okbridges]

Without counting gear teeth and knowing other things about your clock, all I can offer is a guess based off most modern cuckoo clocks. 6800-6900 BPM (beats per hour, one beat is one tick) is common.

[@sreeveeransushma7949]

I.am.thanking you to give a great idea

[@billmiller8971]

How can I get in touch with you

[@JohnDought]

My pendulum stops swinging while clock handig straight

[@sue7647]

My Elgin clock the pendulum works just about 10 seconds then stops what could be wrong with it?

[@JoeKaye-hn5dt]

When my regulator does that I level it. Often solves the problem. Check to make sure the stuff along the length of the pendulum is vertically centered. Finally, make sure the weight fob is at the correct height. Placed too low is in my experience the most common problem.

[@ankursaikia6108]

The pendulam of my scientific analog clock getting stopped.. can anyone gv me the remedy .

[@okbridges]

Can you share any information about your clock?

[@jimmyjam209]

For me the escape gear will not advance. The verge enters cog on the escape but the escape fails to advance. This clock had been running the day it stopped, could I Have wound it 2 tight?

[@okbridges]

Does the escape wheel turn when you manually move the verge back and forth?

[@jimmyjam209]

@@okbridges when I put pressure on a side cog it will turn and tick, if I put the key in the time spring and put pressure on it and start the pendulum it will tick but once stopped it begins to fail. Could it be I wound the spring 2 tight? It had worked from Friday morning to Noon on Saturday. Weird. Thank you for commenting.

[@okbridges]

Your clock needs to be taken apart and cleaned. No such thing as a spring wound too tight. Maximum power output of the spring happens when it is fully wound. I suggest you look at the video series I did on a Gilbert clock to see what is involved in taking a movement apart. Before I rebuilt the Gilbert clock it behaved just as yours does. It now runs up to 11 days per winding.

[@jimmyjam209]

@@okbridges fantastic. After reading your last reply I went to the clock and "helped" it move forward in time by using the key. It now has been running flawlessly again but I expect it to fail. Knowing that it needs to be taken apart and cleaned I will use your video and slowly move through the steps. I appreciate you and your follow ups. These clocks are fun and interesting but expensive to take in to fix in my area so to learn to do it yourself is the way to go. Thank you.

[@zundfolge1432]

interesting video but hard to follow till we actually get to the adjustment method

[@valsanmp1347]

Main spring and alaram spring wanted Nayak clock

[@c.juneau410]

CAN A CUCKOO CLOCK BE OUT OF BEAT AND STILL KEEP RIGHT TIME??

[@okbridges]

Just about any clock can be out of beat and still keep right time!

[@stanleyknife3268]

Oh dear it is not a verge escapement. What you are referring to are called pallets. They are both anchor escapement because they both have recoil.

[@okbridges]

In the standard nomenclature of American clocks, the assembly made up of the strip pallet, the saddle, and the crutch is known as the verge.

[@zundfolge1432]

how to put a pendelum clock in beat............takes forever to get there.

[@davidhamilton7814]

You are to slow making me fall asleep listening to you

[@okbridges]

I agree. When I get a chance to make a new version of this video I will it should really be 5 or 10 minutes long.

[@charleneogden]

I fell asleep

[@okbridges]

Glad I could cure your insomnia

[@danielmartin7930]

The emperor 100m bph?

[@okbridges]

You will need to count gear teeth from the center arbor to the escape wheel, count wheels and pinions. Then use the formula: Center wheel teeth x fourth wheel teeth x escape wheel teeth/fourth pinion teeth x escape pinion teeth = r, r x 2= BPH To find pendulum length: BPH/60= BPM. 141120/BPM squared= theoretical pendulum length in inches.

[@jeffrykoehler6176]

Please speak in real time...nite nite....

[@HagerHay]

I have a Ridgeway model 225, date 8/27/86, Movement CC-1161-853-114-CM. It will not stay in beat, I have found that the anchor escapement is loose on the shaft. I can rotate the anchor slightly and it will run just fine, then all of the sudden it will slip and get out of beat again. What is an easy acceptable way to secure it to the shaft? Thank you Hager Hay