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Apr 26

Tower Clock Heaven

Three floors full of working tower clocks and he had a very good collection of Comtoise clocks as well.

Here are some of the Comtoise clocks.

Here are some of the Comtoise clocks.

Tic tac toe anyone?

Tic tac toe anyone?

Animated pendulum

Two types of pendulums

Nice verge & foliot

Pin pallet escapement

Verge and crown wheel

Pin and pallet at right angles

Our last day tomorrow!

Mostyn Gale

Saving Time started in 2004 when owner, Mostyn, rediscovered his childhood passion for tinkering with clocks. Since that time he has engaged in extensive study of the history of clocks and has spent many hands on hours including formal training from the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors. He also earned a Certificate in Appraisal Studies from UC Irvine in 2012. Now he is embarking on obtaining a Master's degree in Conservation Studies with a specialty in Clocks from West Dean College in the United Kingdom.

1 comment

    • Mike Schmidt on 26-Apr-2013 at 11:23 pm

    Your photo work has been fantatic especially on the escapements.

    Thank You for taking out the time for sharing with all of us.

    Mike

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