We Can Repair Any Clock or Timepiece
Clock Repair & Restoration
We make house calls for grandfather clocks in the morning (8am-11am) and in the evening (6pm-8pm) during the week. We repair all sorts of clocks including wall, mantle, cuckoo clocks, novelty, etc.
We also replace watch batteries. We repair all types of watches too.
I am a 2nd generation clocksmith. I learned the trade from my father and have been doing this for 44 years. I am certified by the American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute.
I am sorry but I do not return telephone calls. There is just not enough time in the day. I am a 1-person business. I cannot afford to add help at this time. When I repair a clock I put it through a 2-week test to make sure everything works O.K. Sometimes it breaks down again due to something else. When a clock has been through the 2-week test and passed I call the customer and inform them that their clock is done. It does take some time to repair a clock so, if you're in a rush I would not be the place to go. I do stand behind my work.
Thank you for very much for your business and patience.
History
Established in 1955.
I learned the trade from my father who started this when he was out of high school. I have been doing it for 44 years. I am "OLD school" and learnt that from my father.
Products Carried: We service and repair all types of clocks including: Cuckoo Clock, Antique Clock, Outdoor and Weather Clocks, Rhythm and Musical Clocks, Nautical and Ship Clocks, Novelty clocks. We make housecalls for Grandfather clocks.
Brands Carried: Grandfather brand clocks we service include Herschede, Howard Miller, Sligh, Ridgeway, Bulova, Trend, Comitti. Clock brands we service include Seth Thomas, Sligh, Plymouth, New ENgland Clock, Scatz, Portsmouth, Ansonia, Westminister, Waltham, Kingston, Black Forest & many more..
Professional Affiliations: I am certified by the American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute
Wall & Mantel Clocks, Cuckoo Clocks & Music Boxes too!
We Make House calls for Grandfather Clocks
American Black Forest Clock
We make house calls for grandfather (& grandmother) clocks in the morning and after we close at 5pm. We offer Saturday appointments too. At American Black Forest Clock, we understand the value of your grandfather clock. We know how much it means to you. We provide top-notch grandfather repair services that cater to your schedule. From tune-ups to moving & setup, our owner is well-verse to handle all types of grandfather clock repairs.
We also provide watch maintenance tips to help you keep your grandfather clock in good condition for years to come. Call us today to schedule an appointment!
About American Black Forest Clock
Our Story
Watch Battery Replacement & Repair
We Can Fix Any Timepiece
American Black Forest Clock started in 1958 by my father, Oliver with the goal of providing the best products and services to our customers in the Elgin area. I grew up in the trade and learn everything from my father. With over 44 years of experience in the industry, we have established ourselves as a trusted name that delivers quality service every time. We stand behind our work.
We Can Fix Any Timepiece
Watch Battery Replacement & Repair
We Can Fix Any Timepiece
I am a 2nd generation clocksmith. I learned the trade from my father and have been doing this for 44 years. I am certified by the American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute.
Watch Battery Replacement & Repair
Watch Battery Replacement & Repair
Watch Battery Replacement & Repair
We offer a wide range of bateries that are used in 99% of all watches. We have your watch battery in stock. We can usually replace the battery while you wait, usually within 15-20 minutes.