A clock that can't count - UK Vintage Radio Repair and Restoration Discussion Forum

Cathovisor · 20th Jan 2023, 12:01 am

I recently noticed a problem with my pre-war Smiths electric "Westminster" clock - it can't count!

At seven, it strikes seven times.

At nine, it strikes nine times... which it also does at eight! It is only eight o'clock that's affected, all other times are okay.

Now... how on Earth can that happen?

Mike Phelan · 20th Jan 2023, 9:10 am

The gathering pallet wheel pivot hole might be getting worn and needs a bush.
There are two versions of this clock - any chance of a picture of the front plate at 8:55?

20th Jan 2023, 12:01 am	#1
Cathovisor Banned Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, UK. Posts: 418	A clock that can't count I recently noticed a problem with my pre-war Smiths electric "Westminster" clock - it can't count! At seven, it strikes seven times. At nine, it strikes nine times... which it also does at eight! It is only eight o'clock that's affected, all other times are okay. Now... how on Earth can that happen?

20th Jan 2023, 9:10 am	#2
Mike Phelan Dekatron Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Near Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK Posts: 4,609	Re: A clock that can't count The gathering pallet wheel pivot hole might be getting worn and needs a bush. There are two versions of this clock - any chance of a picture of the front plate at 8:55? __________________ Mike.