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.

19th century

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Repeating Carriage Clock, Circa 1890

From Frank Craig Antiques

£950

3+ MONTHS AGO

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19th century

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French Enamel Carriage Clock

From Arundel Clocks

£495

3+ MONTHS AGO

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1900 - 1920

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Rare Giant Carriage Clock by Dent

From Its About Time

£6,850

3+ MONTHS AGO

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1940 - 1960

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Garrard & Co Carriage Clock

From Frank Craig Antiques

£425

3+ MONTHS AGO

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1900 - 1920

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Antique Brass Carriage Clock

From Rebecca Sarah Antiques

£565

3+ MONTHS AGO

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1900 - 1920

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Antique French Carriage Clock

From Andrew Lovatt Antiques

£225

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A Small English Timepiece Skeleton Clock

19th century

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A Small English Timepiece Skeleton Clock

From The Antique Clock Co.

£3,950

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Eight Day Serpentine Cased Carriage Clock

1940 - 1960

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Eight Day Serpentine Cased Carriage Clock

From Frank Craig Antiques

£225

3+ MONTHS AGO

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19th century

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Joseph Soldano Carriage Clock No 441

From Its About Time

£3,250

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19th century

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A Large Carriage Clock. Striking, 19th Century in Gilt Brass.

From Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria

£550

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Listings feature mechanical glass clocks spanning the nineteenth century through the nineteen-sixties, incorporating brass, chrome, and wooden elements.

A Rhodium Plated 1960 Jaeger 540 Cal Swiss Elysee Atmos Clock with a Round Dial,

1940 - 1960

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A Rhodium Plated 1960 Jaeger 540 Cal Swiss Elysee Atmos Clock with a Round Dial,

From Gutlin Clocks

£3,500

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A Beaubourg Bicolour 1960 Jaeger Le Coultre 540 Cal Model Swiss Round Dial Atmos Clock

1940 - 1960

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A Beaubourg Bicolour 1960 Jaeger Le Coultre 540 Cal Model Swiss Round Dial Atmos Clock

From Gutlin Clocks

£2,850

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1940 - 1960

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Brand New Condition 1960 Jaeger Le Coultre 540 Cal Model Swiss Atmos Clock with a Round Dial

From Gutlin Clocks

£1,740

3+ MONTHS AGO

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A Early 1950'S Rhodium Plated Jaeger Le Coultre Classic Model Swiss Atmos Clock

1940 - 1960

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A Early 1950'S Rhodium Plated Jaeger Le Coultre Classic Model Swiss Atmos Clock

From Gutlin Clocks

£2,450

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A Very Rare 519 Cal Rhodium Plated 1953 Le Coultre Bell-jar Model Swiss Atmos Clock

1940 - 1960

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A Very Rare 519 Cal Rhodium Plated 1953 Le Coultre Bell-jar Model Swiss Atmos Clock

From Gutlin Clocks

£3,500

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A Rarer Square Dial 1960 Jaeger Le Coultre Bell-jar Case Swiss Atmos Clock

1940 - 1960

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A Rarer Square Dial 1960 Jaeger Le Coultre Bell-jar Case Swiss Atmos Clock

From Gutlin Clocks

£1,200

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Vintage Mechanical Glass Clock

Repeating Carriage Clock, Circa 1890

French Enamel Carriage Clock

Rare Giant Carriage Clock by Dent

Garrard & Co Carriage Clock

Antique Brass Carriage Clock

Antique French Carriage Clock

A Small English Timepiece Skeleton Clock

Eight Day Serpentine Cased Carriage Clock

Joseph Soldano Carriage Clock No 441

A Large Carriage Clock. Striking, 19th Century in Gilt Brass.

A Rhodium Plated 1960 Jaeger 540 Cal Swiss Elysee Atmos Clock with a Round Dial,

A Beaubourg Bicolour 1960 Jaeger Le Coultre 540 Cal Model Swiss Round Dial Atmos Clock

Brand New Condition 1960 Jaeger Le Coultre 540 Cal Model Swiss Atmos Clock with a Round Dial

A Early 1950'S Rhodium Plated Jaeger Le Coultre Classic Model Swiss Atmos Clock

A Very Rare 519 Cal Rhodium Plated 1953 Le Coultre Bell-jar Model Swiss Atmos Clock

A Rarer Square Dial 1960 Jaeger Le Coultre Bell-jar Case Swiss Atmos Clock

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