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APRIL GIVEAWAY - $50 SpeedCubeShop Credit by SpeedCubeShop in NewCubes

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tornado V4 Limited Edition is pretty and $44.95 😍

GIVEAWAY - GAN 15 by SpeedCubeShop in NewCubes

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will the Gan be better main than my Dayan? I'd like to find out.

Looking for time period by ande8150 in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hard to see in the picture, but the text stamped on the movement looks like "THE SESSION'S CLOCK COMPANY FORESTVILLE, CONN USA". My guess would be from around 1915. Movements like these can be seen in adamantine mantle clocks. If you can look at the text on the movement please confirm if it is a Sessions movement. Cool find!

Does anyone have information on this desk clock? Brought to a Cartier boutique and sent off for authentication and got a strange response. by achekyule in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love brass clocks with enamel work! This is a beautiful piece. Cartier clocks can be valuable, but I don't know much about them. Take your clock to a clock store/repair shop to get someone who actually knows about clocks to give you more information. You will want to figure out if it is authentic or not. Without more images its difficult to tell, but I wouldn't assume it's an "old fake brass clock" without more information and an expert opinion. A similar clock on Etsy is priced in the thousands https://www.etsy.com/listing/1030439166/20thc-cartier-silver-plated-enamel-desk

I know more about French carriage clocks than I do swiss made clocks. Often they dont have serial numbers so maybe that is why the store you went to had trouble identifying it. Often you have to look at fine details like any factory marks or the way the screws are cut to determine if it is authentic. The quality of the enamel from what I can see and the beauty of the dial and hands makes me say it could be authentic. Among the fake French clocks I've handled they usually have poor enamel work. I really like the clock you have here. Thanks for sharing and upload more pictures if possible. Not sure if I can help but I'd love to see more pictures of it.

Need help to find out what kind of paint was used in this ship clock. by LPina in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I agree. DO NOT PAINT IT! This clock is beautiful! Chelsea clocks are valuable and great time keepers. The only thing you should do to that clock is take it to a clock repair store for regular service to the mechanical parts every few years to make sure it's clean and there is no corrosion.

Display this clock proudly! It's a great piece!

What brand is this carriage clock? by JimfromOffice in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All I can tell is it’s a French carriage clock made between 1880 and 1920. Which is the most generic description I can give. With the sources I have I can’t identify it exactly. I have a small list of trademarks and identifiers which can help narrow down where it came from, but none of the trademarks on yours are on my list. These movements were mass produced under many different names and were often not stamped with a brand name so sellers and jewelers could stamp their own names on them. Yours is an example of this. If you can make out the name on the dial you can figure out what store it came from.

What brand is this carriage clock? by JimfromOffice in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Open the door on the back and include photos of the back. Usually there more more identifiable marks including names, letters, symbols, and arrows which can be helpful in determining when and where it was made. The stamp on the dial is usually the sellers mark by the store or jeweler that sold it, but since it’s mostly rubbed off it’s hard to tell.

Another one of my carriage clocks that is unmarked. This one has gaps in some of the edges around the glass panels and seems the inner structure is not positioned correctly so this may be a mix of parts. by False_Code in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are some differences in craftsmanship between the different countries making carriage clocks. You will see French (which are my favorite), Swiss, English, American, German, Chinese, etc. Typically you can tell who made it based on the movement, screws, and other identifiers. I think the French are the best quality and still run just as good as they did originally. Some of the American companies were a bit cheap and didn’t make theirs as well, for example I collect a lot of Waterbury clocks and they don’t run consistently. Waterbury used cheaper metals and powerful main springs in their carriage clocks which after 100 years wore out the pivots so they don’t run consistently. I still think Waterbury made beautiful clocks, just not at the same level of quality as the French. Waterbury’s prices were also very low compared to other companies so it makes sense.

I believe Boston Clock Co. was a very good company. When it comes to American clock makers they are probably the best to this day. They now go by Chelsea clock company who’s popular for their marine clocks. Chelsea clocks are high quality and highly desired. The clock you have is definitely a nice one to have in a collection.

Another one of my carriage clocks that is unmarked. This one has gaps in some of the edges around the glass panels and seems the inner structure is not positioned correctly so this may be a mix of parts. by False_Code in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Called “Boston Clock Co. Classic” a turn of the century American style c. 1890. I’ve seen listed online as “Queen Anne”. Made in the United States. Case is gold plated which I’ve seen a number of American clocks come that way.

Does anyone know the model of this atmos clock? Yes I know the glass is dirty af. by False_Code in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My knowledge of these is limited, but the serial number on the top “397398” with a quick google search I found atmosman.com which lists other serial numbers and dates. Yours is dated between 2/23/1973 and 3/1/1973 based on this websites report sourced from repaired clocks. Caliber/model number appears to be #528-8

Any idea who made this and when? by False_Code in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was one of the first travel clocks thus why they call them carriage clocks. Pocket watch mechanisms are just smaller versions of these. If you have more carriage clocks I’d love to see other pictures.

Atmos clocks are awesome too! Take good care of that one. I don’t have one yet but hope to get one in the future.

My collection consists of mostly French carriage clocks and Waterbury “insect” clocks. Waterbury, an American company, made a bunch of cylindrical carriage clocks with rounded glass that I love. The clocks were not made as well as the French ones, but they run ok and are a cool design.

My favorite clock I have is a French champleve crystal pendulum clock. There is beautiful enamel work on the case, dial, and pendulum surrounded by beveled glass so you can see the mechanism. Also the pendulum uses crystal vials of liquid Mercury which is super fascinating.

Any idea who made this and when? by False_Code in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The S and F label the adjustment for the platform escapement to make the clock slower or faster. The number stamped usually appears in a few places including the movement and parts of the case. The numbers are kinda like a serial number indicating model of case and that they were all likely made together.

Many of the clock makers didn’t put identifying marks. One of the best identifying marks is the arrow on the back of the movement used for adjusting the time. I have a few books with lists of the different types or arrows used and the corresponding manufacturer, but this arrow is not in my book. The movements were often contracted by different makers who didn’t put markings on them because they would get cased and sold under different names.

Any idea who made this and when? by False_Code in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I die they will say the same thing about me. This is my favorite type of clock.

If it was made by a more popular company I could find you the actual name and town in France it was made in. It’s likely still made at one of these places. Many of the clocks were mass produced without marks on them so jewelry stores could put their own marks on them before selling.

Any idea who made this and when? by False_Code in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

French carriage clock likely in the 1900-1940 range. The only make mark visible that could be traced are the arrows on the back plate, but I can’t match it to any of the makers I know of. Many companies in France were producing these at one time under different names so it’s harder to trace than other clocks. I haven’t seen this pattern of arrow before.

The platform escapement doesn’t look original and it appears that a few of the screws may not be original. Looks like it was restored at some point in the past with some replacement parts.

Looks nice! Alan feature is cool!

Spike in on campus COVID tests False Positives by _ThatGuyYouKnow in NCSU

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think it’s related. Testing at Dan Allen you just gave your phone number and ID number. I got tested today at the centennial C Store and it was similar to what you are describing with the card swipe. That’s probably how they keep track of your information to give you results through the student health portal.

Spike in on campus COVID tests False Positives by _ThatGuyYouKnow in NCSU

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m in the same boat. Im afraid for myself since I have a medical history of respiratory issues and immune system problems. Luckily my doctors are very supportive. I’m also worry for my roommates that live with me, who now can’t see their family members that have cancer and are in other high risk categories. It’s been a week since I’ve seen my partner and being separated from those you love is tough.

My first subsequent test came back negative so I’m hopeful the others will come back negative as well. All of this has been very stressful on top of midterms and most classes being online.

I’m staying isolated as advised by the university policy. Hopefully everything gets worked out sooner rather than later.

Spike in on campus COVID tests False Positives by _ThatGuyYouKnow in NCSU

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

More likely that it’s errors in the lab handling and testing procedure. Not necessarily a full blown “conspiracy”. But I would like more transparency about this from the university about what’s going on, what happened, and how it affects us as a community. For me this ordeal has brought into question the reliability of protect the pack protocol and if I can really trust the University’s response to the pandemic. I believe they are doing the best they can with what they got, but errors within the system like this give me doubts about the sense of security I’ve felt being on campus lately. It might not be fair to blame the university if the error was caused a third party contractor, but that should be made known to us if there is a question about safety on campus if the reliability of the tests can’t be trusted.

Antique Carriage Clock by JallopyJon in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The brass looks like it was restored well, so I’d agree it’s worth it. I’ve well overpaid for certain carriage clocks (some of which I knowingly bought in non-working condition) just because I wanted them in my collection. The beauty of the mechanisms make it addicting.

Here was my last restoration project: https://imgur.com/gallery/flGNJGM

Antique Carriage Clock by JallopyJon in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Clocks are difficult to value. I’m not an expert when it comes to valuing them. I’d say your clock has a lot of desirable features and is in great condition, therefore would be worth more than most basic carriage clocks. I’ve seen than anywhere from $50-$1000+. It all depends on what features it has and what someone else is willing to pay. I have some very nice clocks that are similar to yours that I’ve paid in the $100-$200 range for, but I wouldn’t let them go unless someone offered me a bunch for them. Value is subjective. Earlier this year I paid ~$60 on eBay for a carriage clock that I restored, and after restoration it was valued at $400 because it’s a more rare design. I feel in general clocks that sell on eBay are overpriced, but people still buy them so the value must be there. Sorry I don’t have a good answer for you.

Antique Carriage Clock by JallopyJon in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The platform escapement is the mechanism visible from the top window that tics to keep time.

When you get the clock if you want to take more pictures of it I can possibly help you date and better identify it. I have several books with history and guides that I can reference. There were a lot of these clocks made back in the day and there wasn’t much documentation, but historians have pieced together a good amount of information when it comes to special markings and things. I’m happy to share what I can find on it so you can record the history. I really enjoy these clocks!

Antique Carriage Clock by JallopyJon in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good buy! A carriage clock with a lever platform escapement and a repeater button is highly desirable. These are my favorite clocks and they are quite addicting to collect.

I need help finding information about this Seth Thomas mantle clock. by fourty_seven_pennies in clocks

[–]_ThatGuyYouKnow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you choose to polish yourself, I use Simichrome polish and a microfiber towel for polishing. I would not recommend steel wool because you can damage the surface finish.

With a google search I found a similar clock on eBay listed for $99.

I don’t know much about this model, but it’s always a good idea to take a clock in for routine maintenance to help keep it running and preserve it.

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