Recommended LinksThe following list details links to suppliers, other dealers and associations, which we are happy to recommend. |
Setting your Rolling Moon : If you are lucky enough to have a clock which shows the phases of the moon, you can ensure it is set correctly by clicking the link below. This German site reads the settings on your PC to know where in the world you are situated, so the data should be correct. It takes a moment or two to understand but is then straight forward.
Check & calibrate your Rolling Moon |
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Set your barometer : The met office site which I find is best for calibrating our barometers and barographs. Convert their mpa data to the required 'inches of mercury' by multiplying by 0.02953 (For example, 1015mpa x 0.02953 = 29.97")
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ClockSpares : The UK's leading manufacturer of replacement parts for old clocks and barometers. They have a great mail order service (collect at the clock fair and save postage) and a much improved website. I've always found them very helpful & friendly.
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Robert Loomes : In the market town of Stamford you'll find a lovely business who are experts in restoring painted dials (as well as clock repairs generally). Robert and his team restore our most important clock dials and are very experienced and knowledgeable.
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Horological Repair Service : Trevor Lowes offers a great repair service to the general public and clock dealers from his premises in Denton, Manchester. He has a very well equipped workshop and can tackle many major jobs which are beyond the scope of many restorers.
Visit Horological Repair Service's Website |
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Mayfield Books : Based in Ashbourne, UK, John Robey operates Mayfield Books and publishes many specialist horological books, including titles by Brian Loomes and Laurie Penman.
Visit the Mayfield Books Website |
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Antiques Dealer Guide : The Antiques Dealer Guide provides a quick and easy search facility to help you locate antique dealers and antique service information. Buy, sell or just browse. Locate an antique dealer near you or your holiday destination.
Visit Antiques Dealer Guide Website |
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The Antiques Directory : The Antiques Directory aim to be the first port of call for UK-based Antiques Internet resources. You can serch for fairs and dealers by keywords or location.
Visit The Antiques Directory Website |
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Manchester UK : is a virtual encyclopedia of Greater Manchester. If it's in Manchester - you'll probably find it here.
Visit Manchester UK Website |
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Recommended ReadingThe following list details some horological and antique related titles which we've found particularly useful. Don't forget to visit our own bookstore where we sell new and 2nd hand titles. |
English Dial Clocks by R. Rose : A favourite book on a favourite subject. Rose's book is the definative title on the subject. A must if you are interested in either 'School' or Dropdial clocks.
ISBN:1 85149 062 0. Published by the Antique Collecters Club
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British Antique Furniture by John Andrews : Justifying it's full title 'British Antique Furniture - Price Guide and Reasons for Values' this is another favourite. Very usefully it puts 2 similar items side byside and describes why one is worth 3 X more than the other. You'd have to travel thousands of miles to see examples as good as those shown here.
ISBN:1 85149 444 8. Published by the Antique Collecters Club.
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Painted Dial Clocks 1770-1870 by Brian Loomes : This is the authoritative title and very readable. The nearest thing a clock book gets to a coffee table title. Very approchable, very readable. His catergorisation into Period 1-3 has been adopted widely. Our joint favourite. Essential reading if you are looking for a longcase with a painted dial and are not 100% sure of your seller.
Effectively out of print. For dealers and collectors, it is a must. For investors, a good bet. ISBN:978-1851491834. Published by the Antique Collecters Club.
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We buy, sell and repair Antique Clocks & Barometers in Cheshire, Greater Manchester & Derbyshire. We always have a good choice of Longcase (Grandfather) / Bracket / School (English Dial) Clocks
