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Antiques: How to get your old clock running — maybe

If you have a dusty old clock or two that haven't worked in a while, take a read below of a few things to try before seeking out a clock repair shop.

Solve It 7: Grandfather Clock Repair

Pamela Harris knows a good tune when she hears one. So in January 2015 when her prized grandfather clock’s tune suddenly changed, she knew there...

This Is Why It's Called a Grandfather Clock

How to Move a Grandfather Clock the Right Way

If you think you can just load your grandfather clock onto a dolly and roll it to the moving truck, you could wind up with some unexpected clock problems once you unload. When moving a... Continue reading

When the Clock Stopped

Building a wall-size digital calipers clock

By way of Maker Update, I learned about this YouTube project to build a 6x normal size digital calipers wall-mounted shop clock. There are a lot of good building tips here. I especially liked how t…

Dominy Clock and Furniture Shop

As a preservation carpenter and traditional joiner I spend a lot of time trying to retrace the steps of early craftsmen. While the fruits of their labors survive in pockets — the buildings an…

The Most Wonderfully Over-Engineered Way to Fix a Broken Clock

Taking inspiration from Weekend at Bernie's, a tiny robotic arm 'fixes' a broken clock.

Clock Restoration: Breaking the Ice

Ice is to the bartender as fire is to the chef. In the same way a skilled cook would use varying levels of heat to prepare a multitude of dishes, a bartender uses varying amounts and types of ice to better compliment each cocktail.

Be the Boss of Your Body Clock

Ever wonder why some people seem to live for the morning, while others need a large cup of coffee before they can function? The difference between a morning person and a night owl depends on your Biological Clock, or body clock as it's more commonly called. Your body clock dictates your circadian rhythm, a set of menta

I Love This Smart Alarm Clock

It's a little expensive for an alarm clock, but it's a solid bedside companion.

Stop Using Your Distracting Smart Phone As An Alarm Clock

Want Better Sleep? Upgrade Your Alarm Clock

A quality alarm clock doesn't just wake you up—it can help you get better sleep, too. Refresh your bedtime routine with these alarm clocks.

Change Clocks & Change Boxes

Time to change the clocksStill own an alarm clock? With my iPhone, I thought I had gotten rid of all my other clocks. Then, I looked around... a clock on the oven, on the microwave, in my car, on the thermostat, on the cable box... So many clocks! Tonight we 'fall back' one hour. Be sure to change all of your clocks before you go to bed... except for those that change by themselves. No worries if you forget and come to…

My Biological Clock Can’t Tick Fast Enough

A woman with no maternal desire wrestles with the expectation that married couples should try to have children.

Should I Use a GPSDO or Atomic Clock in my Satellite Application?

Should you use a GPS Disciplined Oscillator (GPSDO) or Atomic Clock (CSAC) in your satellite application? Learn the pros and cons of GPSDOs and Atomic clocks for small sat and LEO satellite applications

How to Set a Tide Clock

Learn the history of the tide clock and how to set a tide clock; only on the Chelsea Clock blog.