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How do I get my grandfather clock to chime correctly?

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How do I get my grandfather clock to chime correctly?
To get your grandfather clock to chime correctly, you must wait until the next hour count and note how many hours the clock chimes and then move the hour hand to the hour the clock chimed. Then you can reset the clock to the proper time.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
You can get your grandfather clock to chime correctly in a few easy steps. Firstly, wait for the next hour to chime on the clock. After that, count how many hours your grandfather clock chimes. With your finger, move the hour hand to the number of the hour count, and reset the time clock to the correct time. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with an antiques appraiser or related professional for help. Find a variety of grandfather clocks on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
Shop for Grandfather Clock Chimes on 1stDibs
Howard MillerTriple-Chime Grandfather Clock — Burl Walnut Case
By Howard Miller
Located in Omaha, NE
The clock houses a premium German cable-driven triple-chime movement, offering Westminster, St.
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Late 20th Century American American Classical Grandfather Clocks and Lon...

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Brass

Vintage Piper Grandfather Clock, Hermle Movement with Westminster Chime.
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Vintage, 1976, weight-driven Piper grandfather clock. The clock has a West Germany Franz Hermle 451-053 85cm / 70.77 movement with a beautiful Westminster Chime.
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20th Century Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Wood

Howard Miller Presidential Collection "Roosevelt" Triple-Chime Grandfather Clock
By Howard Miller
Located in Omaha, NE
An exceptional Howard Miller Presidential Collection grandfather clock featuring an ornate swan-neck bonnet, richly figured mahogany cabinetry, and a premium German Kieninger triple-...
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Late 20th Century American American Classical Grandfather Clocks and Lon...

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Brass

20th Century Tempus Fugit Grandfather Clock with a Chime
Located in Opole, PL
The clock has a chime – the winding mechanism with 3 weights.
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Vintage 1980s German Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Hardwood

Howard Miller "Charlemagne" Grandfather Clock, Model 610-361, Triple-Chime
By Howard Miller
Located in Omaha, NE
A distinguished Howard Miller “Charlemagne” floor clock (Model 610-361), crafted in richly figured oak and featuring one of the company’s most impressive traditional case designs. Co...
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Late 20th Century American American Classical Grandfather Clocks and Lon...

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Brass

Mid Century Modern Walnut Designer Lucite Grandfather Clock with Chime MINT!
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Modern Walnut Designer Lucite Grandfather Clock with Chime MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase...

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Lucite, Walnut

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