What is a brass timepiece clock?

A brass timepiece clock is a mechanical clock housed in a brass case that tells the time without striking hours. These pieces range from portable carriage designs meant for travel to wall dials and heavy mantel clocks.

How do you wind a carriage clock?

Carriage clocks are wound using a dedicated key inserted into the winding arbor found on the underside or backplate of the movement. Care must be taken not to overwind the mainspring, turning the key only until firm resistance is felt.

Where were most carriage clocks made?

The majority of fine nineteenth-century carriage clocks were manufactured in France, particularly within workshops based in Paris. English makers also produced notable portable timepieces, often featuring fusee movements rather than the standard French platform escapement.

Why does my clock have no strike?

A timepiece differs from a striking clock because it is engineered solely to show the hours and minutes without sounding chimes. This simpler mechanical layout meant fewer moving parts to wear down and a more compact case design.