Metal Working Skills of the Clock Maker

Resident Horologist Stephen Sieracki maintains and repairs a variety of late 18th and early 19th century case, wall, and cabinet clocks at the Hammond-Harwood House. While each clock has unique features, there are mechanisms and repairs that are common to all clocks.

Mr. Sieracki will demonstrate some of the metal working skills used by clock makers and repairers, which includes: soldering, riveting, peening, hardening, annealing (softening), blueing, cutting, and filing.

The audience will have the opportunity to participate in repairing a broken wheel tooth, fixing a main wheel spring, and manipulating small brass springs.

Come and join the fun!