Restoration of an Ansonia clock 

I love it when people dont edit out the interruptions from the wife, kids or pets! Something very relatable!

Very clever use of the crayons. I never would have thought of that. I looked at part 2 before this one and when you showed the finished piece, I couldn't tell where the repair was.

Hello Johnny, Interesting project, as this one is a little different it will build your skills... Good to see the tea break interludes back in... after all these little snippets are what make your channel truly unique. Keep up the good work. Paul,,

I don't blame you for having to stop what you're doing to check RU-vid so you don't break something! Now, because of that, you've got some spring clamps coming your way which will certainly be necessary for servicing clocks from North America. You're going to be all set to do more of these as time goes on. I'm somewhat used to seeing movements like this, but I haven't seen any of these French clock movements you were talking about. I'll have to see your other videos involving those. 26:46 I was in tears at this. Priceless moment! As for that ending, that's amazing. CRAYONS of all things saved the day.

Hi Johnny just in the process of restoring my slate and marble clock just stripped down the movement and put through the ultrasonic cleaner yesterday.going to tackle the clock case next so will be keeping my eye on how you tackle this one as looks like you have your work cut out.have learned so much from your vlogs so keep up the great work mate look forward to part 2 👍

I was wondering why the ball was getting bigger. Then it hit me! Great restoration!

Love the vids. These model Ansonia's always drop from the bottom of the case. I just finished 2 of the El Arditi a little smaller case and learnt a lot. The bezel and first dial pan should be soldered together. both of mine have 3 clips across the back. I did find when I has serviced the movements and put them back in i laid the case flat and had a small torch from the back of the movement to the front of the case. This allowed me to align the holes get the 3 screws back in. Took me a long time to figure it out on the first one. Great job with the milliput. I wonder if you could have combined different colours for a close effect. I use the flat spring capture rings instead of the round as it gives you a little extra room when you are reassembling the movement . Again was trial and error for me.

Hi, do you happen to know what kind of finish is used, shellac, lacquer, etc.? Thanks!

Very nice

Well John - I've messed up. You have a great video and I'm looking forward to seeing you fix it - I left a comment on the wrong site maybe yours. Who knows. I had a call for supper and got lost on RU-vid. Must be getting old.

The type of escapement was known as Brocot and was built between 1850-1900

Hello from here is Oregon USA, watched some of yourblogs. Lady is jelouse. So set a time aside to fpcus on her 100.% for say 2 hours a day. Tell her your new routine.

i hahve thee exact same one . coated in nicotine.