How do I wind a mechanical carriage clock?

Insert the winding key into the arbour located on the backplate or dial face, turning it gently until resistance indicates full tension. Take care not to overwind the mainspring. Ensure you handle the glass panels carefully by the brass frame rather than the glazed sections during the process.

What is a torsion anniversary clock?

A torsion clock utilises a slow-moving pendulum suspended on a thin metal strip that twists continuously. This design allows the movement to run for long periods between windings. The glass dome must remain in place to protect the delicate suspension spring from draughts that could alter its timing.

How do skeleton clocks display time?

Skeleton clocks remove unnecessary dial plates and case surrounds to showcase the entire gear train, springs, and escapement directly to the viewer. The time is read from a small skeletonised chapter ring positioned within the brass framework. These pieces sit openly on tables or beneath glass domes to protect the exposed brass and steel components from dust.

Why do some clocks feature a repeating mechanism?

A repeating mechanism allows the owner to press a button or pull a cord on the case, causing the clock to chime the last hour or quarter-hour on demand. This function proved useful during dark nights before electric lighting. Such striking systems require precise coordination between multiple internal springs and levers visible through the glass panels.

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A vintage mechanical glass clock brings together precise horology and transparent casing, offering a clear view of intricate brass and steel gears.

Strike Repeat Carriage Clock, Superb Condition

19th century

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Strike Repeat Carriage Clock, Superb Condition

From Clockwise

£995

3+ MONTHS AGO

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1900 - 1920

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A Decorative Cased Carriage Clock

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

£450

3+ MONTHS AGO

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French Serpentine Carriage Clock by Duverdrey & Bloquel.

1900 - 1920

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French Serpentine Carriage Clock by Duverdrey & Bloquel.

From Jane Short Antiques

£395

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Interesting Signed B H a Torsion Year Clock.

1900 - 1920

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Interesting Signed B H a Torsion Year Clock.

From Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

£575

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French Repeater Carriage Clock Fully Restored 1880

19th century

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French Repeater Carriage Clock Fully Restored 1880

From Arundel Clocks

£850

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Antique Victorian Miniature French Brass Carriage Clock

19th century

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Antique Victorian Miniature French Brass Carriage Clock

From London City Antiques

£745

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Delépine-barrois: A Giant Engraved Carriage Clock

19th century

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Delépine-barrois: A Giant Engraved Carriage Clock

From Leigh Extence Antique Clocks

£5,000

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Quality Antique Victorian Brass Carriage Clock

19th century

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Quality Antique Victorian Brass Carriage Clock

From Rebecca Sarah Antiques

£475

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Miniature English Victorian Gothic Skeleton Clock. Circa 1880.

19th century

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Miniature English Victorian Gothic Skeleton Clock. Circa 1880.

From Dragoncharger Antiques

£1,250

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Carriage Clock Eight Day Striking Circa 1890

19th century

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Carriage Clock Eight Day Striking Circa 1890

From Frank Craig Antiques

£490

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Some nineteenth-century carriage clocks were built with tiny compasses embedded in their top handles, just in case the traveller lost the plot entirely.

Art Deco Glamourous Mechanical 8 Day Mirror Clock, English, C1930s

1920 - 1940

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Art Deco Glamourous Mechanical 8 Day Mirror Clock, English, C1930s

From Art Deco World

£595

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Art Deco 8 Day Modernist Green Glass Clock, C1930

1920 - 1940

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Art Deco 8 Day Modernist Green Glass Clock, C1930

From Art Deco World

£850

3+ MONTHS AGO

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19th century

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Quality Antique Victorian Brass Carriage Clock

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£475

3+ MONTHS AGO

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1900 - 1920

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A Douchine Serpentine Carriage Clock

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

£350

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Antique Edwardian Torsion Anniversary Clock

1900 - 1920

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Antique Edwardian Torsion Anniversary Clock

From Antoinettes Heirlooms

£380

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Jaeger Lecoultre Atmos Mantel Clock W/ Black Dial. Original Box & Papers

19th century

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Jaeger Lecoultre Atmos Mantel Clock W/ Black Dial. Original Box & Papers

From Bushells Antiques

£1,950

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Vintage Mechanical Glass Clock

Strike Repeat Carriage Clock, Superb Condition

A Decorative Cased Carriage Clock

French Serpentine Carriage Clock by Duverdrey & Bloquel.

Interesting Signed B H a Torsion Year Clock.

French Repeater Carriage Clock Fully Restored 1880

Antique Victorian Miniature French Brass Carriage Clock

Delépine-barrois: A Giant Engraved Carriage Clock

Quality Antique Victorian Brass Carriage Clock

Miniature English Victorian Gothic Skeleton Clock. Circa 1880.

Carriage Clock Eight Day Striking Circa 1890

Art Deco Glamourous Mechanical 8 Day Mirror Clock, English, C1930s

Art Deco 8 Day Modernist Green Glass Clock, C1930

Quality Antique Victorian Brass Carriage Clock

A Douchine Serpentine Carriage Clock

Antique Edwardian Torsion Anniversary Clock

Jaeger Lecoultre Atmos Mantel Clock W/ Black Dial. Original Box & Papers

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