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As a public service our site features a series of technical articles with practical information. In the Spirit of the Web, we offer a reading list, clues to researching your own clock, and answer the following FAQ's about barometers and longcase clocks:

Just select the name of the catalog or article you want to see.

T e c h n i c a l * I n f o r m a t i o n

BAROMETERS

Can Your Antique Mercury Barometer Damage Your Health?
How can I move a mercury barometer safely?
How can I make my barometer agree with the weather service?
My barometer says fair but it's raining outside! What's wrong?

CLOCKS

Why does my longcase clock stop? It worked before I moved it...
What does the moon dial tell me?
How old is my clock and what's it worth?
How can I find out more about my clock's maker?
. . . and our all-time favorite:
All these clocks look alike, so why do some cost a lot more than others?

Quick Links:

Is My Barometer Hazardous to my Health?
Researching Clocks & Barometers
Moving Barometers
Reading and Calibrating Barometers

Reading List
Longcase Clock Problems & simple solutions
Evaluating Clocks
Moon & Tidal Dials Explained

Please, Please, Please Note:

We simply do not have the time to answer individual questions about clocks and barometers; our assistance must be limited to these articles.

We do not offer appraisal services, but we do repair barometers.

Although clocks and barometers are innately logical and there is often the temptation to attempt home repairs, it is always best to get the opinion of a qualified professional.