For over 95 years we have focused our practice on antique clock repair and restoration of fine antique and vintage clocks including wall, mantel, grandfather, tall case, German, French, English and American mechanical clocks. We specialize in 18th, 19th and early 20th century clocks ranging from the finest, complicated and delicate pieces to massive bell tower clocks and all types in between.
We take great pride in conserving and restoring antique timepieces and have all the equipment, experience and passion necessary to do the finest mechanical restoration work available in the horological industry. Whether you have an antique clock with great sentimental value or have purchased a old timepiece with the intent to pass it down through generations, we have the ability to restore your treasured heirloom to its original splendor.
We take great pride in conserving and restoring antique timepieces and have all the equipment, experience and passion necessary to do the finest mechanical restoration work available in the horological industry. Whether you have an antique clock with great sentimental value or have purchased a old timepiece with the intent to pass it down through generations, we have the ability to restore your treasured heirloom to its original splendor.
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About Us
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Jay Soemann the Antique Clock Doctor is a master clockmaker with over 45 years of clock repair experience and over 80,000 hours of hands on experience at the bench. Jay had an interest in clocks at a very early age. He served an apprenticeship under a Swiss watchmaker and clockmaker and gained his experience under the guidance of his father George a German watchmaker and clockmaker.
Antique Clock Repair
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All repairs are done on our premises by our master clockmaker. We have all the necessary equipment and expertise to restore your clock to it's original mechanical condition. Each clock is disassembled, inspected, thoroughly cleaned and adjusted. All pivots are polished and burnished as necessary. Old bushings (bearings) are drilled out as needed and new bushings are pressed in to eliminate wear problems.
Shipping
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Depending on the item being packed, there are several things that may need to be taken into consideration. Please contact us before shipping any clock so we can be on the lookout for it. All clocks being shipped must have prior approval or they will not be accepted. We will contact you as soon as your package arrives.
Payment Options
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Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, personal checks, cashiers checks or money orders and cash. We also offer an interest-free installment plan. Since everyone's circumstances are different, you simply have to tell us how you would like to make the installments within a 90-day period and we will let you know if the arrangements are acceptable.
FAQ’s
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A. There is no way to overwind a clock. When the spring is wound tightly it can go no farther. If a clock is not wound tightly it won't run for as long as it was designed to and will stop prematurely. If a clock is wound tightly and still will not run that indicates other problems. A. Any wall is fine for hanging a clock.
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