What are antique longcase weights made of?

These pieces generally consist of a dense internal core made of lead or iron, which is entirely encased in a protective outer shell of sheet brass. This design provided the necessary mass while preventing rough metal from damaging the interior clock trunk. Over the centuries, the exterior brass develops a dark, patinated surface while the internal metal remains hidden and secure within the soldered casing.

How do I match weights to a clock?

Matching requires calculating the exact mass needed to drive the specific gear train and pendulum length of your movement. Using weights that are too heavy can strain the teeth of the wheels, while too light a mass will cause the clock to stop. Consulting historical records for the maker and period helps determine the correct poundage and physical dimensions required for a proper fit.

Are these weights sold individually?

Listings frequently feature individual items as well as matched pairs, depending on what survived alongside the original movements. Collectors searching for replacements often acquire single pieces to complete an incomplete set. When buying a pair, check that the dimensions, suspension loops, and brass characteristics align closely to ensure uniform descent within the case.

How do I care for brass-cased weights?

Maintenance requires only gentle dusting with a dry cloth to preserve the historical surface and natural oxidation. Avoid harsh metal polishes that strip away the aged character and thin the original brass sheet. Ensure the internal hanging loops remain secure and free from stress fractures before suspending them from your clock movement.

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These antique longcase weights provide the vital suspension power for tall case timepieces, appearing here in brass-cased formats.

Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Longcase Clock

1900 - 1920

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Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Longcase Clock

From London City Antiques

£1,945

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Scottish Victorian David Craig Ford Path Head Longcase Clock

19th century

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Scottish Victorian David Craig Ford Path Head Longcase Clock

From Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

£1,250

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Fine Quality Antique Edwardian Oak Triple Weight Chiming Grandmother Clock

1900 - 1920

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Fine Quality Antique Edwardian Oak Triple Weight Chiming Grandmother Clock

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£3,250

3+ MONTHS AGO

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English Quarter Chiming Oak Grandfather Longcase by Enfield

1920 - 1940

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English Quarter Chiming Oak Grandfather Longcase by Enfield

From Heydays Antiques

£1,450

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Gillett & Johnston, Westminster Chiming Mahogany Long Case / Grandmother / Grandfather / Regulator Clock C. 1920

1900 - 1920

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Gillett & Johnston, Westminster Chiming Mahogany Long Case / Grandmother / Grandfather / Regulator Clock C. 1920

From FJ & RD Story Antique Clocks

£4,950

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18th century

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18th Century Scottish Forres Longcase Clock

From Carse Antiques

£1,450

3+ MONTHS AGO

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18th century

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Small 18th Century Oak Grandfather Long Case Clock 11in Dial

From Heydays Antiques

£1,195

3+ MONTHS AGO

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A Fine Georgian London Mahogany Longcase Clock C1770 - Francis Perigal of Bond Street

18th century

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A Fine Georgian London Mahogany Longcase Clock C1770 - Francis Perigal of Bond Street

From S J Bean Clocks & Antiques

£8,495

3+ MONTHS AGO

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18th century

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Oak Long Case Clock

From Hedley Wilson

£2,250

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Longcase Clock by William Wady of Twickenham C1770

18th century

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Longcase Clock by William Wady of Twickenham C1770

From Salisbury Antiques Centre

£1,200

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Listings for tall case timepieces and components on this site span the eighteenth, nineteenth, and early twentieth centuries, utilising oak, mahogany, and brass.

Quarter Chiming 3 Tune & Weight Grandfather Musical Clock

1900 - 1920

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Quarter Chiming 3 Tune & Weight Grandfather Musical Clock

From Heydays Antiques

£1,450

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Art Nouveau / Art Deco German Oak Longcase Clock Black Forest Circa 1925

1900 - 1920

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Art Nouveau / Art Deco German Oak Longcase Clock Black Forest Circa 1925

From Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

£1,250

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Early Georgian Oak Grandfather Longcase Clock

18th century

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Early Georgian Oak Grandfather Longcase Clock

From Heydays Antiques

£1,795

3+ MONTHS AGO

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19th century

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James Wood Regulator Longcase Clock

From The Antique Clock Co.

£14,500

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Antique Musical Chiming Mahogany Longcase Grandfather Clock Lister & Sons

19th century

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Antique Musical Chiming Mahogany Longcase Grandfather Clock Lister & Sons

From N Wilson Antiques Clocks

£2,000

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Antique Inlaid Mahogany Longcase Grandfather Clock Thomas De Gruchy Jersey

18th century

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Antique Inlaid Mahogany Longcase Grandfather Clock Thomas De Gruchy Jersey

From N Wilson Antiques Clocks

£2,100

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Antique Longcase Weights

Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Longcase Clock

Scottish Victorian David Craig Ford Path Head Longcase Clock

Fine Quality Antique Edwardian Oak Triple Weight Chiming Grandmother Clock

English Quarter Chiming Oak Grandfather Longcase by Enfield

Gillett & Johnston, Westminster Chiming Mahogany Long Case / Grandmother / Grandfather / Regulator Clock C. 1920

18th Century Scottish Forres Longcase Clock

Small 18th Century Oak Grandfather Long Case Clock 11in Dial

A Fine Georgian London Mahogany Longcase Clock C1770 - Francis Perigal of Bond Street

Oak Long Case Clock

Longcase Clock by William Wady of Twickenham C1770

Quarter Chiming 3 Tune & Weight Grandfather Musical Clock

Art Nouveau / Art Deco German Oak Longcase Clock Black Forest Circa 1925

Early Georgian Oak Grandfather Longcase Clock

James Wood Regulator Longcase Clock

Antique Musical Chiming Mahogany Longcase Grandfather Clock Lister & Sons

Antique Inlaid Mahogany Longcase Grandfather Clock Thomas De Gruchy Jersey

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