Clocks - Collecting

The knowing clock collector is likely to concentrate on clocks of one period, and he cannot do this successfully without considerable knowledge of the subject. There are several good books on clocks and clockmakers in the public libraries. A useful reference for the novice clock collector is American Clocks and Clock Makers, by Carl W. Drepperd, published by Doubleday and Company.

It cannot be stressed too much or too often that the fun of collecting and owning is far more important than any money you may make from your hobby. A dependable dealer is the best source of clocks for your collection. He knows clocks or he wouldn't be a dealer, and he will advise you honestly. He will sell you the clocks you want at a fair price, and if he assures you that the clock you buy is in good running condition, you can depend upon him.

Old clocks, both domestic and imported, are frequently sold by auction. Auctions can be exciting when you know the facts about the merchandise being offered and are able to examine it before the day of sale. But auctions can also be costly to the novice, for his competitive bidders will be dealers and collectors—more experienced and wiser than he is.

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