The purchase of a  grandfather clock is a once in life time event. They will last for generations and sure to become a family heirloom. Confusion over  grandfather clocks has only intensified with the advent of the internet. Today there are more more styles, sizes, and prices then ever before. They are such a beautiful [...]

Howard Miller  Grandfather Clocks Time waits for no man but the classic beauty of  Howard Miller grandfather clocks always show off time in elegant seconds. If you’re thinking of Mother’s Day, weddings and children starting homes of their own, these clocks are the ideal gifts to show how much you care. But choose one that [...]

If you are still enjoying your grandmother’s   grandfather clock , you are looking at an old oak tree cut, carved and polished to a splendid veneer that never diminished with the years. At the hands of skilled artisans who had the passion for long clocks, the hard oak yielded its hardwood to become a thing [...]

These days, everything from ovens to telephones silently mark the minutes in glowing red and green letters, rendering the ‘tick tock’ of the  mechanical  clock increasingly unnecessary. Digital clocks might be more convenient and accessible, but they will never hold our affection the way a good old-fashioned round-faced clock does. Antique  grandfather clocks are not [...]

Grandfather clocks or longcase clocks as they are known in the trade are one of the very few actual working antique pieces of furniture you can purchase today, but you must be aware that buying a clock that does not work can represent a real risk. With their  mechanical movements which have most probably been [...]

A  grandfather clock is undoubtedly an amazing piece to have in your home. It hearkens back to a time when life was simpler, yet more elegant. If you invest in a grandfather clock, chances are it will quickly become a  showpiece  within your entryway, living room, or dining room. Yet, it is highly important that [...]

Longcase Clock History And Development My love affair with the history of  grandfather clocks began when I was just a small child. My Grandparents lived in an large, old stone house in the Connecticut countryside. The house had a long, winding drive leading up to it so it was somewhat secluded from the rest of [...]

Grandfather Clock Blueprints Are you on the trail of antique  grandfather clocks ? You might have come across items with proud provenances. However, these will burn your pockets. The next best thing is to make your own grandfather clocks as a hobby or as an entrepreneur. You can make them in the tradition of the [...]

Grandfather Clocks From Germany While you might have digital clocks that are a lot more convenient and affordable, nothing beats owning a  classic timepiece  like  grandfather clocks . Some people are lucky enough to have this timeless heirloom in their family. But for those of you who don’t, there are numerous antique German grandfather clocks [...]

Build a Grandfather Clock People always want to have an eye-catching detail in a room and today they are using   Grandfather clocks to create a stunning and elegant decorating statement. Not only can one of these unusual  timepieces add a stunning focal point to the room of your choice, your guests will be amazed when [...]