I was fortunate to find a '40 Ford clock at a recent swap meet in very nice, clean condition and running, although it runs for a while then stops. Probably needs a good cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment. Anyone know who made them and are there any replacement parts still out there somewhere? The only markings on the back of the movement show a date of 12-11-39.
'40 Ford clock manufacturer
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Ken/Alabama
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Westclox and New Haven manufactured clocks for the 40 Fords. There is also an electric wound clock made by New Haven and was a dealer installed accessory. I have one of those . I’ve have The Clock Works to service a few clocks over the last few years and was very satisfied. Quick turnaround and fair prices. If you’re clock runs then stops , more than likely it needs oiling. Use only clock oil.
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Terry,
Thanks for your feedback. Yes, now that I've looked a little closer I do see the name Westclox stamped on the back of the metal clock housing along with patent numbers and the Ford script stating made in USA. On the back plate of the movement itself I found the date stamp of 12-11-39. These clocks are SO hard to find in any condition, but this one is pristine!
Thanks for your feedback. Yes, now that I've looked a little closer I do see the name Westclox stamped on the back of the metal clock housing along with patent numbers and the Ford script stating made in USA. On the back plate of the movement itself I found the date stamp of 12-11-39. These clocks are SO hard to find in any condition, but this one is pristine!
deuce_roadster
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My late brother took horology (watch repair) at a junior college and did clock and watch repair for a career. He cleaned all my 40 clocks (at one time I had 4 40s) and said the wind-up version was nothing but a Big Ben alarm movement in a different case. Any watch repair place can clean the movement in an ultrasound solution that will also lube it. I also had what i believe was a NOS NewHaven electric clock. There are pictures of it and the retainer in my 40 Woodie folder. I sold it to another Barner.
deuce_roadster,
My late father-in-law was in the watch and clock repair trade for many years, too. I do have a good friend who just recently retired from his position in the service department with Rolex. I'm going to have him check it out - I'm pretty sure he can make it run properly again.
My late father-in-law was in the watch and clock repair trade for many years, too. I do have a good friend who just recently retired from his position in the service department with Rolex. I'm going to have him check it out - I'm pretty sure he can make it run properly again.
Old Magnet
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If you don't mind me asking, what was the price for the 40 clock. I have a couple to sell and see numbers all over the map.
Old Magnet
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I've seen them as high as $250 working or not.
These are in good shape but not working. Also have one clock retainer in excellent condition. Have not determined price.
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tubman,
Completely agree! The '40 Ford wind-up clocks were fairly well made, but due to the ravages of time and the elements, they weren't expected to last indefinitely - especially since none of them had jewels in the movements. The services of a skilled watch repairman would be money well spent.
Completely agree! The '40 Ford wind-up clocks were fairly well made, but due to the ravages of time and the elements, they weren't expected to last indefinitely - especially since none of them had jewels in the movements. The services of a skilled watch repairman would be money well spent.