A Stylish And Popular Choice: Edward Meyer Grandfather Clocks
One of the most popular grandfather clocks being made today is the Edward Meyer grandfather clock. In this article, I would like to briefly outline some of the features of Edward Meyer grandfather clocks, and also give some short tips on how to properly determine the value of a grandfather clock.
Features Of The Edward Meyer Grandfather Clock
While you can find Edward Meyer grandfather clocks in a variety of designs, colors, and sizes, the basic components of these clocks are all about the same --
Chimes: Edward Meyer grandfather clocks usually are constructed to chime out the hour (the number of strikes indicates the hour of the day). In addition, like most other grandfather clocks, Edward Meyer grandfather clocks chime one time every half-hour. These chimes are loud enough that you can hear the clock everywhere in the house. Most Edward Meyer grandfather clocks manufactured today are 31-day clocks. These normally can track the passage of the days also, if your model is equipped with a calendar display function. The pendulum movement on an Edward Meyer grandfather clock is fully adjustable. The length of the pendulum can actually vary throughout the year - shrinking in cold weather, expanding in warmer weather. You can adjust the length of the pendulum - and thereby the length of the pendulum swing - very easily on an Edward Meyer grandfather clock. Wooden Case: The wooden case of an Edward Meyer grandfather clock is carefully crafted by trained woodworkers. The wood case is very sturdily constructed -- a necessity for any grandfather clock -- and they use good finishes and polishes to show off the wood to the best possible advantage. The wooden case of an Edward Meyer grandfather clock also serves to protect the hanging weights and pendulum of the clock itself. Determining The Value Of A Grandfather Clock If you own (or will soon own) a grandfather clock, it is important for you to understand the factors that can cause a grandfather clock -- such as an Edward Meyer grandfather clock -- to differ so much from model to model, type to type. In general, the principal factors influencing value are -- Quality of Materials and Workmanship -- In general, the more costly the woods used (especially the exotic types) and the more complex the inner mechanisms, the greater the value of the clock. For example, a clock case made out of Mahogany will be more valuable than one made out of Pine. A 30-hour movement is less valuable than an 8-day movement, because the 8-day movement is more intricate. Edward Meyer grandfather clocks are always made of quality materials, and the workmanship is first-rate. Age -- Many people purchase a grandfather clock as an investment, and properly cared-for, it will increase in value - sometimes greatly in value - as the years pass. You will be pleased to know that your Edward Meyer grandfather clock, because it is a quality time-keeping instrument and beautiful furniture as well, will prove to be a good investment.
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