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The James Burke television series of the '70s, Connections still remains immensely popular. He had a real knack for telling the history of change. In this episode Burke is talking about the history of the clock, and how it relates to the development of the computer as well as mechanized production and the development of the U.S. as an industrial power. He starts here by explaining early Arabic theories in astronomy and astrology, as well as European contemporaries' need for hourly prayer in the Dark Ages. Burke takes us through history, pointing out the need for an accurate clock and the rise of Christiann Huygens's important invention: the pendulum clock . By the end of the first segment here, Burke introduces the verge and foliott - the exact escapement found in our "Rock Clock" which was in use in the Black Forest in Germany in 1640. In the second segment listed here he talkes about a fusee mechanism and goes on to show other mechanical marvels like our cuckoo...

Dealers, watch the mail! Our Spring Flyer is on it's way to you and there are lots of great deals on our best-selling products. Don't miss it! Fans of NCI, get to your favorite Sternreiter or Romba dealer and find out all of the wonderful specials made available. Some of the specials are already all gone and closed out, so don't forget to act fast. Make sure there are some of these sweet pieces on your wall to sell!

A lot of confusion can crop up with hands that aren't cooperating. For example, sometimes it may look as if you clock has stopped but in reality the hands just aren't moving because they are too loose on the shaft. Sometimes one hand might be turning normaly, while the other stays still. Sometimes your clock might not be chiming or striking or calling when it's supposed to, but does it just before or just after the hour. If any of these things apply to you, don't worry, your clock isn't broken, it just fell out of adjustment. Clock hands are purposefully kept finger-tight or friction-fit so that they can be easily adjusted. Many clocks have very different methods for holding hands on. Most modern clocks follow some variation of the cuckoo clock model ( discussed here in great detail ) but there are a few that still follow the traditional example of antique clocks. The Tapered Pin is, to the clockmaker, as the nail is to the carpenter. This is an elegant, slender pin...

Once again, North Coast Imports is proud to offer helpful hints for the proper care of your mechanical clock. We are the only clock distributor to offer such in-depth information (for free!) on the proper care and maintenance of your cherished timepiece. Be sure to watch this page for a growing list of instructions and articles on the care and use of your clock. Today we are excited to offer the first in a series of video episodes describing proper care. Here we are talking about the best way to keep your clock in beat. This episode focuses on the automatic beat adjustment found on most pendulum clocks except for many cuckoo clocks. Forget about how straight the clock looks on the wall. Use your ears. You should be listening for an even "TICK TOCK" ( listen ) sound. If you hear an uneven "tick TOCK" or "TOCK tick" ( listen ) sound, carefully tilt the clock one direction or the other. You can carefully move the pendulum leader (past its normal swing) to the...

Many of you already know about the very popular clocks produced by Rombach und Haas to celebrate their 111th anniversary. There were only 111 of each of these made, and most of them are gone. North Coast Imports has secured a VERY limited number of the 12-111 and 44-111 models. If you were thinking about owning one of these fine and rare clocks, this could be your last chance. As you know, these are very collectable and sought after around the world.

We have recently recieved a limited supply of the hugely popular 1316 and 1459. Visit your North Coast Imports dealer today to find out about these fine pieces! They are perfect for holiday gifts!

For a year from September 2005, under the nose of the Panthéon's unsuspecting security officials, a group of intrepid "illegal restorers" set up a secret workshop and lounge in a cavity under the building's famous dome. Under the supervision of group member Jean-Baptiste Viot , a professional clockmaker, they pieced apart and repaired the antique clock that had been left to rust in the building since the 1960s. Only when their clandestine revamp of the elaborate timepiece had been completed did they reveal themselves. Read More This story reminds the fans of North Coast Imports that lovers of clockwork can be found in every part of life. DID YOU KNOW about the rising popularity of a genre and community called Steampunk ? Do a search for this on the internet and you will find a horde of information, full of fans and connoisseurs of the unusual and mechanical. The clocks and automata are a perfect fit for the Steampunk crowd.