![]() If freely sharing documents is against the rules here (as it may discourage paid memberships), I completely understand. I understand that I can borrow materials via mail, but I'm interested in having permanent digital copies on hand to reference repeatedly. ![]() And maybe I'm blind, but model 4011 on the right looks more "cherry" then the cherry model 4010.Īs for the NAWCC Library, I've contacted them and was told that, while they do have an extensive amount of physical materials, they have little (if any) digitized copies - if I'm wrong about that, please let me know. The only difference I notice in the cabinet design from model 1683 is that there seems to be a small knob replacing the lock-and-key on my 1683. Because of you and Harold, I now understand that these were intended reproductions of a certain period/design/craftsman's work. That's very interesting - and very sharp of you to catch that. Between my painted dial and my tubeless/striking movement, I suppose mine was a "no-frills" order Nevertheless, I really love it and can't believe it's still in the great shape that it is. I suppose metal dials are "classier" and were more costly. The majority of the grandfather clock photos I've pored over online show metal/partially metal dials with moon dials occupying their top halves. They appear to be painted, possibly by hand. Thank you.Īs I've mentioned, it looks as if that's the same dial pictured as the one I have. Also, I believe that Andy placed the clock (or the cabinet style number 1683) as early as 1953. Do you have this one in its entirety, and/or any more from the early to mid-fifties? I also purchased several other furniture items from the same estate sale, and I'm wondering if your Treasure House catalog also shows other furniture items and possible sets. I'd love to find more scanned catalogs and related documents from the manufacturer around that time. Terry, thank you very much! Those attachments are great, and I can see that it's the same cabinet style/model 1683, with what appears to be the same dial and likely a higher-end/tube/chime movement instead of the striking one I have. Re: New Passion: Colonial "Treasure House" Grandfather Clock w/Unknown Movement Origi Thanks again to anyone who might be able to help. ![]() ![]() Hopefully, these photos will be useful to anyone who has any thoughts on this. I cannot be sure that its current pendulum and leader are the original ones, but it seems as if the suspension spring is the only thing that needs replacing. The movement is a two-weight chain-driven system and has a large single spiral/coil gong/chime. I also have not seen another clock dial/face like it in my photo searches. I know various movements were used from manufacturers in Germany and elsewhere, but I don't know which company actually made this one (let alone which model it is) - nor have I been able to find a single photo online of a movement like it. The only information I could see stamped/otherwise written externally on the movement are "Colonial Mfg. The characters on the case (both stenciled and engraved into it) are 1683 CO-52, and "CHERRY", apparently denoting the cabinet finish. The clock/cabinet was made by Colonial and is stamped with its "Treasure House" medallion. I've done some research and hit a wall when it comes to assessing the clock's approximate date of assembly (from researching online and in this forum, I know it's not as cut-and-dry as one would think) and, more importantly, learning more about the movement and verifying its origin so that I can purchase the correct part(s) needed. The only remaining part (I believe) needed to have this clock fully operational is the suspension spring for the pendulum assembly, and I'm in the process of tracking down and ordering that part. I'm just interested in repairing and properly maintaining it. It does run, it seems to be in excellent condition and I think it's beautiful. The seller probably didn't think the clock was running. I recently picked up the clock pictured here for $75 at an estate sale. ( Andy, I sent an e-mail to you, but we've never spoken and I'm not sure I have your correct/active address). Much thanks in advance to anyone who chimes in (pun intended) with any info, whether helpful or otherwise.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |