Hamilton Grandfather Clock Movement

[TRIPACER]

Pin gets stuck on snail after the 12:00 O'clock position. It jams behind the snail. I carefully bent pin outward and then it jams outside of snail after 12:00 O'clock position. The snail does have "some" lateral play. Any suggestions for this problem?

Thank you!

[Bob Tascione]

Welcome to the forum Tripacer,
We might be able to help. Have a few questions.
Is this a newer clock with a Hermle movement? (if unsure can you possibly post a pic (front view) of the movement?)
Is it completing the 12 O'clock strike sequence?
Is the strike sluggish (striking slower than usual)?
Thanks,
Bob

[TRIPACER]

Dear Mr. Tascione:

Thank you for getting back to me. I watched the clock with the face removed. The snail moved forward at the 12 O'clock position and the pin jammed behind the snail. I removed the hands and placed a very small washer behind the minute hand to keep the snail from moving forward. So far the repair has worked. The movement is definitely a Hamilton. Just curious what you might have suggested.

Thank you again for your time to respond.

Marty Tenenbaum

[Bob Tascione]

[TRIPACER]

Bob:

The latter was the case. The pin was dropping behind the snail. I always liked to tinker since I was a child. Started with lawn mower engines, then cars, airplanes and boats. Now I don't like to get dirty, bend and lift. I am intrigued by watch and clock movements and can't wait to start "breaking" things!

Thank you!
Marty Tenenbaum