| The availability of a wide collection of old mantle | | | | looking for a great heirloom piece, then it is highly |
| clocks can be quite confusing and overwhelming. On | | | | recommended that you find durable wooden ones. |
| that regard, you have to become familiar with | | | | Distinctively designed wooden antique clocks are |
| available antique clock options to easily narrow down | | | | typically produced from walnut, mahogany, cherry, |
| your choices. Apart from that, you also have to | | | | and other types of hardwood presenting a natural |
| know how to distinguish an authentic antique from | | | | earth tone that can complement mantles and room |
| those that are not. The best way to check if you | | | | décors. |
| are acquiring an authentic old mantle clock is to | | | | Just like when purchasing antique wall clocks, it is vital |
| inspect its clock mechanism. Real antique clocks are | | | | that you look into the following factors when buying |
| typically driven by a key wound mechanism. Like the | | | | old mantle clocks: |
| antique grandfather clock, mantle clocks must be | | | | - the overall quality and condition of the clock |
| wounded either once a week or several times a | | | | - the age of the clock |
| week depending on the type of mechanism they use. | | | | - the amount of wear and tear present |
| This is important to ensure that they will keep | | | | - the clock maker or manufacturer |
| providing accurate time. | | | | - appraisal document (if available)Make sure to pay |
| In terms of construction, old mantle clocks were | | | | careful attention to these criteria to ascertain a good |
| produced from an array of materials, including wood, | | | | value for your money. |
| glass, porcelain, brass, and wood. However, if you are | | | | |