Weekly Discussion - Bob Required for Sessions' Raven Clock #26
In the latest edition of Tick-Talk Tuesday, a series dedicated to addressing clock-related queries and offering advice on various timepiece concerns, a letter was received from a reader (TL) who owns a Sessions Cathedral Going Mantle clock. The letter discussed a need for a replacement pendulum bob for this particular clock.
The series, which consults within clock circles for the best possible answers to stumping questions, did not directly provide information on where to find a replacement pendulum bob for a Sessions Raven Cathedral Going Mantle clock. However, based on general knowledge for clock parts, here are some suggestions for finding a suitable replacement:
- Specialty clock parts retailers: Websites specializing in antique or vintage clock parts often carry pendulum bobs for Sessions clocks and similar mantle clocks.
- Clock repair shops: Local or online clock repair experts can supply or custom-make a compatible pendulum bob.
- Antique clock dealers or forums: Online clock collector forums and marketplaces (such as eBay, Etsy, or dedicated clock collector sites) sometimes have original or reproduction pendulum bobs.
- Sessions clock resources: Some collectors and clock enthusiast sites specifically focus on Sessions clocks and provide parts or reference guides.
For a Sessions Raven Cathedral Going Mantle clock, it is crucial to ensure the size and weight of the replacement pendulum bob match the original for proper timekeeping. If you have the original bob dimensions, provide these to the parts supplier to find the right fit.
In a previous Tick-Talk Tuesday, another reader required a key for a family clock, demonstrating the series' versatility in addressing a wide range of clock-related issues, not limited to a specific type of clock (e.g., antique, American).
It is worth noting that TL is unsure if the clock is a Raven Model. If you are in a similar situation and require assistance with specialist vendors or forums known for Sessions clock parts, feel free to ask, and I will be happy to help.
TL, who appreciated the information provided, also attached photos of the Sessions Cathedral Going Mantle clock. For those interested, a mantel clock bob specifically made for Sessions clocks can be found at Timesavers.com. (Link: https://timesavers.com/i-8948532-mantel-clock-bob-sessions1-3-8.html)
The series aims to provide responses to reader's questions and advice on clock concerns, fostering a community of clock enthusiasts exchanging knowledge and expertise. If you have a clock-related question or concern, consider joining the next Tick-Talk Tuesday and becoming part of this growing community.
- For those seeking a replacement pendulum bob for a Sessions Raven or Cathedral Going Mantel clock, a possible solution can be found at Timesavers.com.
- Enhancing one's home-and-garden lifestyle with a vintage Sessions clock can be accomplished by sourcing hard-to-find parts like the mantel clock bob from specialty retailers, or by reaching out to local or online clock repair shops or antique clock dealers and forums.
