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Finished_ST
Final clock ready to have the movement installed. A substantial improvement over the original clock. ...
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Uploaded on Sep 20, 2005
A-2
Closeup of the lower left hand corner of the case. Again, the smooth, even finish is much improved over the original finish.
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Uploaded on Sep 20, 2005
A-1
Finished clock closeup showing the same door handle area that was shown in the "As received"...
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Uploaded on Sep 20, 2005
D-5
Closeup of the lower right hand corner showing the beginning stages of the sanding process using 400...
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Uploaded on Sep 20, 2005
D-4
Closeup of the lower right hand corner after the final application of dewaxed orange shellac. I used...
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Uploaded on Sep 20, 2005
D-3
Closeup of the lower right hand corner of the case. Only a very thin layer of the original shellac remains.
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Uploaded on Sep 20, 2005
D-2
The existing finish has been removed using denatured alcohol, leaving the wood's patina intact.
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Uploaded on Sep 20, 2005
D-1
Closeup of the upper left hand corner of the case showing the removal of the cracked finish compared to the original finish.
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Uploaded on Sep 20, 2005
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B-2
Closeup of the cracked finish. Pieces of the shellac finish have actually fallen off, leaving the...
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Uploaded on Sep 20, 2005
B-1
Seth Thomas Ogee clock as received. The case has a magnificent rosewood veneer, but is hidden by a...
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Uploaded on Sep 20, 2005
ClockFinished
This is the final clock completed and running. Although it was in working condition when I received...
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Uploaded on Sep 10, 2005
PictureFinished
Closeup detail of the lower tablet and how the door blends in with the case. Turned out pretty well.
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Uploaded on Sep 10, 2005
EmptyCaseFinished
This is the case after the final application of wax. I used a few coats of Liberon Black Bison wax in the Dark Oak color.
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Uploaded on Sep 10, 2005
CornerDetailAfter
This is the same upper corner as shown in the previous pictures. Clearly, the overall surface finish, color, and appearance has improved.
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Uploaded on Sep 10, 2005
StrippedCase
This is the case in its stripped condition. A very thin layer of shellac remains on the wood and the wood's patina is preserved.
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Uploaded on Sep 10, 2005
BrokenBase
The entire base of the clock was very loose and hanging approximately 1/2" off of the clock. The nails were loose and falling out.
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Uploaded on Sep 10, 2005
Door
The door had a split at the lower hinge area that required some repair. I did not re-veneer the area,...
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Uploaded on Sep 10, 2005
