Labels and Trademarks
- Look for the remains of a label or the full paper label on the clock on its back, bottom or inside.
- Study the pendulum inside the clock to determine if it has an etching on it.
- Turn over the clock carefully and look for a metal plate that identifies the clock as a Seth Thomas clock.
How do you reset the chimes on a Seth Thomas mantle clock?
Insert the key into the left hole and wind to set the chimes to sound on the hour. Turn the key until it can be no longer be wound. Place the key in the center hole to adjust the time on the clock face. Turn the key counterclockwise, while looking at the front of the clock to set the time.
How do you set the clock on an antique mantle?
Mantel clock Chime Adjustment
- When your mantel clock chimes, count the number of times it chimes.
- Move the hour hand to the hour indicated by the hourly chime (count the number of gongs at the hour).
- Reset the time using the minute hand to the correct hour and the chime should adjust along with the clock hands as well.
Is the Seth Thomas clock Company still in business?
The Seth Thomas company is closed and is no longer in operations.
How do you synchronize clock chimes?
How do you identify a Seth Thomas number 124 watch movement?
The Seth Thomas No. 124 movement can be identified by “No. 124” stamped in the back plate of the movement. The No. 124 was introduced about 1924 and was made up through 1956. These movements are quite common and give good service after being properly repaired.
How reliable is a Seth Thomas 113?
The Seth Thomas No. 113 was introduced about 1921 and is a large, heavy movement. The number “113” is usually stamped on the back. These movements are very reliable. Their weak point is the strong mainsprings contained in going barrels.
How do I Set my Seth Thomas clock?
Traditionally, Seth Thomas clocks are set from the front by using the key that originally came with the clock. By default, the pendulum will swing at an even pace when placed in the correct position.
Can a Seth Thomas chime clock be repaired?
We also repair Seth Thomas Seth Thomas electric chime clocks. Seth Thomas windup chime clocks use a variety of movements. The Seth Thomas No. 124 movement can be identified by “No. 124” stamped in the back plate of the movement. The No. 124 was introduced about 1924 and was made up through 1956.
