Aug 11, 2012 · If a clock is run under normal conditions, it will fail in 25-30 years. (Wink, Wink) If you are intent in cleaning the clock movement and then oiling it, the movement should be disassembled. If …

Nov 9, 2025 · So, Atmos jewels are not oiled, as manufacturer requires. Now I have the Schatz 400 day clock with 2 jewels for the escapement. I read plenty of threads here and some people oil jewels on a …

Dec 31, 2005 · Oiling them is an extremly important topic (despite the fact that they can run with out oil). Anybody finds anything to make them last, I want to know. The last 3 decades have resulted in great …

Oct 12, 2016 · I was given a mantel clock that was just cleaned, but not oiled, and reassembled by the previous owner. Oiling the pivot holes is no problem, but I would like to know if it is possible to …

Feb 27, 2012 · I have a German mantel clock with Hermle 1050-020 movement. The clock has been sitting for several years. I recently tried to get it going without success. Any ideas on what to check …

Mar 25, 2025 · As an amateur I service lots of GF movements, mainly oiling and minor repairs. I refer them to professionals for serious problems. I take the movements out and work on them on my …

Oct 28, 2019 · As for the one day cuckoo clocks, and oiling, I would just run it till it stops, the cost of a new movement is less than the cost of having someone to work on it.

Mar 16, 2013 · I'm looking to learn more about mantel clocks and any clock, really. To start, where should I oil the clock movements when they need it? I've heard once every three years is good for …

Keystone Clock Pivot Oil Used 12 years for re-oiling Somewhat thinner than ideal Acceptable results generally Included in our OK-1 Kit for a few years Seems to be mineral-oil based Holds up over time

Jun 13, 2006 · That, plus the danger of over-oiling the TOP pivot of the arbor which greatly increases viscous friction. You also have to consider that the amount of friction on the pivots and jewels of the …