Yes many manufaturers still make electric grandfather clocks.
Grandfather clocks usually come in roughly the same size, anywhere from five to six feet.
Grandfather clocks work by using a pendulum and weights to keep time. The pendulum swings back and forth, regulating the movement of the clock's gears. This type of clock is different from others because of its tall, freestanding design and its traditional mechanical movement, which requires winding to keep accurate time.
Usually grandfather clocks are the most expensive kind of antique clocks and can cost over $500,000.
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The origin of the name "grandfather clock" for longcase clocks comes from the 1876 song, My Grandfather's Clock. The song was written by Henry Clay Work, an American composer who also wrote Marching Through Georgia.
Some examples of clocks that Howard Miller Clock Company offers include mantel clocks and grandfather clocks. Another type of clock produced by the Howard Miller Clock Company are Swing Timers.
You are likely to see a pendulum working in a clock to regulate its timing. Pendulums are commonly used in old-fashioned grandfather clocks and some modern wall clocks to keep accurate time.
There is an online catalog of beautiful antique grandfather clocks and pictures of new arrivals at Solvang Antique Center. They have a good variety of clocks including early colonial wood works clocks, double-dial calendar clocks, American tall case clocks, and more. Charles Edwin Inc sells all kinds of antique clocks. There are pictures and descriptions online.
urmm... i think it woz the grandfather clocks they had wall clocks before watches. so its probably just clocks
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Grandfather clocks are enjoyed be people of all ages but many elderly folks seem to enjoy them much more. This may be because these clocks were considered a valuable piece of furniture.