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Antique Clocks are Good Investments

When you purchase an antique it is not a piece of furniture, or a clock; it's a sound investment, a piece of history, a work of art, and a 200 year old antique.

An antique clock uses a simple and robust movement hand-built by a master clocksmith. This results in a reliable clock, that's been running for hundreds of years. With the appropriate maintenance it will run for the next hundred years.

On the other hand, If you purchase a modern clock, you will be throwing away the movement in about thirty years. Modern movements just don't last as long as an antique movement.

If you purchased an antique five years ago, today it will be worth more than you paid for it. With our volatile economy antique clocks are a better investment than your 401k. Whereas, a modern clock would only be worth a fraction of its original cost.

TickTockTony publishes several newsletters throughout the year. Each issue contains clock tips, interesting articles, as well as discount information.

Whether you are a collector of antique clocks, or just enjoy the beauty of a well made clock, you are sure to enjoy reading each issue. Past issues have featured articles about the history of England's Big Ben, daylight savings time, and the famous clock-maker John Harrison.

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Antique English Drop Dial Fusee Clock

Tips For Purchasing Antique Clocks

Overhaul vs Clock Repair

Buy With Confidence

Only buy clocks that have been overhauled and comes with a warrantee. A clock that seems like a bargain, will no longer be a bargain, when you have to spend a lot to have it repaired.

Make sure it is in full working order and chimes correctly and indicates the correct date and moon phase. Only purchase clocks from a dealer that is knowledgeable about clocks.

Inquire about supporting documentation supporting the sellers claims. Sometimes, unscrupulous sellers take a movement from one clock and put it in a different clocks case. This is comparable to buying a fake painting and makes the clock virtually worthless. An expert seller will be able to research the clock and provide documentation showing that the clock is original.

Basically, an overhaul focuses on the entire clock movement, whereas clock repair focuses on a particular issue. During our 11-step overhaul process, we completely disassemble your movement and perform a though inspection.

We recommend a clock oiling be performed every two years. Having your antique clock oiled regularly helps make certain your clock will last for the generations to come.

A leading indicator that your clock is in need of an overhaul, and not just a minor clock repair, is when the oil points contain black or green residue. This residue is a mixture of old oil and brass powder, which is a sure sign your need a rebushing.

With so many people using the internet to steal from the trusting public, I feel it is important to demonstrate that TickTockTony is a reputable company and one you can trust.

Before you send payment I am happy to supply a list of previous customers testifying to a pleasant buying experience with TickTockTony. We are fully insured and offer Escrow transactions available.

We are members of both the American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute and National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors

We have been a resident of Orange County California for the past twenty years and been repairing antique clocks for over thirty years. We strive to build a loyal customer bases.