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 …

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 …

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.

Feb 17, 2016 · There are quite a few threads on this board about cleaning and oiling that should be read before you try it. Without the proper oilers you will likely put too much oil on the parts and cause …

May 15, 2012 · I am a newbee in clock repair. I am working on a Franz Hermle 340-020. I cleaned it with altrasonic. When I oil it, shoud I oil the chime links and levers as well as the spindels.

Feb 6, 2014 · Oiling the spring should help but won't solve the problem long-term if the rest of the movement needs attention. Hello RC, I've used Keystone for several years and have been largely …

Dec 28, 2021 · The watch won't be worn very much, if at all, so excess wear is only a minor possibility. Hack? Yes, but sometimes discretion is the better part of acceptable workmanship, IMHO. Back …

Jan 3, 2022 · The mainsprings didn't seem to react much to anything I did, but the wheels started turning immediately when the WD-40 hit them. If the movement is still ticking tomorrow, I will probably do an …

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 …

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 …