1. Fascinating project useful for learning about mechanisms

  2. New Haven Clock Co. Tambour No. 16

  3. Purchased at second-hand shop for $30

  4. Built in around turn of century (not sure of year)

  5. 8 day mantel clock

  6. Chimes the hour and half-hour

  7. Restoration details:

  8. Clock was not working

  9. Cleaned movement by taking it apart and scrubbing each gear with a tooth brush and a cleaning solution as described in TM 9-1575

  10. Lubricated bushings and main springs

New Haven Clock Co. Tambour No. 16



Photos of Restoration

January 2011