Anyone know anything about clocks?

[JulesMaximus]

I posted this on a clock forum on Monday but have gotten 15 views and zero responses so I figured why not give ATOT a try.

I can't seem to find any information on this clock on the web. Nobody seems to sell them, not even on ebay, and there just isn't much information available. The clock is about 15" tall, the case is made of hardwood veneers, it is well made and has a handsome reddish brown mat finish. It is key wound with three chimes, Whittington, St Michael, and Westminster. The face is very ornate in brass with standard numbering (not roman numerals). The only thing on the face is Baldwin III.

Inside the case on the back plate of the movement the following is stamped:

D
B/W
Two (2) Jewels
Unadjusted
Made in Germany
1050-020

The clock is in excellent condition, all three chimes work and it keeps decent time (loses about a minute or two a week). I keep it wound (about once a week) and I've done nothing to it other than enjoy it.

Any idea when this clock might have been manufactured? It doesn't look particularly old but I can't understand why I cannot seem to find any information about it. Any idea what it's worth?

I'm not interested in selling it but I am interested in finding out more about it.

Any information you could provide would be greatly appreciated.

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[calvinbiss]

I think you need to go to the Antiques Roadshow.

 

[sonambulo]

All I can tell you is to stay far away from the Clock Crew.

 

[Tooncesthedrivingcat]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYOmOLbyz8o

 

[captains]

i know a lot about clocks and watches. please make sure you have a special abitlity before you stop over.

sylar

 

[BoomerD]

Looks like there's a tag just below the "12." (can't be sure from the picture.)

Your BEST bet is to take it to a quality clock repair shop and have them clean & lube it. Key-wound clocks should have it done every year or two anyway.
The repairman will adjust it so that it doesn't lose time, can tell YOU how to adjust if if it starts to lose/gain time. (as they so often do)
He/she should be able to provide you with the information you seek..


Nice looking clock though.

 

[aceO07]

Have you tried www.timezone.com ? It's not really a clock website (more for watches), but maybe someone might know..

 

[Tiamat]

Originally posted by: Tooncesthedrivingcat
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYOmOLbyz8o

:laugh: