Antique Clock Repair
Antique Clock Repair
Welcome to Richard Kennett's Website!
Welcome to Richard Kennett's Website!
Starting iUntil further notice, starting April 26, 2024, I shall not be receiving any more mechanical clocks for repair. I have a wait list that is 8 months long, which I must work through, and I am also reducing the length of my working day. I shall revisit this decision in December 2024.
Richard's passion for clock repairs is palpable. Fixed my clock that hadn't run for ten years and talked to me and showed me the stuff he'd done to it. Fascinating.
John Schlamp
John Schlamp
16 November 2016
Winnipeg
We're absolutely thrilled with Richard's expertise with our clocks. He has mended 2 German mantel clocks and one French one, ranging in age from late Victorian to around 1914. We're so pleased to be able to enjoy their ticks and chimes once more. He was so patient and precise in his work, and went to infinite lengths to ensure the continued functioning of the clocks. He surprised us with a report of his research on the type, age, and country of origin of each clock, as well as an immaculate description of the work he'd done. He further surprised us with a complete refinishing of the clocks' exteriors. So now our clocks are not only more beautiful to listen to, but also to look at. Great workmanship, and we can't recommend Richard highly enough.
Pat C.
Pat C.
November 2016
Winnipeg
Richard repaired both my grandmother’s vintage clocks. They lay dormant for a number of years. With his knowledge,attention to detail and expert workmanship they are both working like a charm. Thank you Richard for letting me enjoy these family heirlooms once again.
John Kelemen
John Kelemen
21 November 2016
Winnipeg
The Sessions clock inherited from my parents sat for years in silence, displaying a time that's right just twice a day.
Richard's rare and painstaking skills brought back an old friend to our home. I forgot how that clock's gong brings us charm and warmth.
Thanks, Richard Kennett!
Gord Mackintosh
Gord Mackintosh
November 2016
Winnipeg
'Richard was very helpful and thorough when explaining to me the inner workings of and the repair needed to my clock. He was extremely patient and methodical in his process. I was very impressed and will return to him with great pleasure with any future clock questions or repairs.'
Andy K.
Andy K.
March 2017
Winnipeg
A clock that had been in my family for three generations had stopped: we thought forever. Richard Kennett quickly and carefully brought it back to life and even taught us something of its history. He was a pleasure to deal with.
Doug Smith
Doug Smith
February 2017
Winnipeg
It was a delight to discover Richard - a man whose skills and passion for clocks shines through in all his restoration work. He is precise and painstaking - no detail is overlooked. I particularly enjoyed the photographs he sent showing each stage of work on both the case and the movement of my antique clock.
Val H.R.
Val H.R.
13 December 2017
Winnipeg
The clock has been ticking and striking with more robustness than I can remember. I think you have rejuvenated it.
Greg M.
Greg M.
20 December 2017
Winnipeg
Just to let you know, the clock is running perfectly. I think it lost about 15 sec. in a day (within limits for sure). I am so happy with it; looks beautiful for an old lady. So, once again Richard, thanks for restoring it to its former grandeur.
Ken Zubec
17 August 2018
Thunder Bay, ON
Ken Zubec
17 August 2018
Thunder Bay, ON
A wonderful man with a wonderful talent. This is a Buren windup mantel clock which was purchased at Thirsty's Flea Market. I only had it working for a few days until my brother broke it... my brother didn't like the sound of the clock so he rammed an object in the back of the clock which then broke the escapement. At the time it was difficult to find the right parts especially at the right price so I donated it to Richard in hopes that he could use it for parts, but about one year later I received a phone call from Richard saying he had fixed it! He did a great job and the moving parts are now inside so an object can never be rammed inside again! Thanks Richard for a job well done!
Alysha M.
2 January 2022
Winnipeg
Alysha M.
2 January 2022
Winnipeg
Thank you Richard for the pictures and your
education re the Kieninger grandfather & Ansonia mantle clocks = more complicated
than I realized.
Both are running as expected and we were
impressed with your expertise and dedication
to setting things up. As of now I would recommend
your services to anyone.
Jim MacGill
Jim MacGill
25 June 2019
Winnipeg
Here I am with my Ansonia mantle clock all completed
Jim MacGill
25 June 2019
Winnipeg
Thank you so much for the wonderful work you did on our Mantle clock. Your knowledge, skill and love for what you do was very evident and appreciated. You are truly a skilled craftsman. We appreciated the timeliness of your estimate and repair.
Patricia & Menno Sawatsky.
13 February 2022
Winnipeg
Patricia & Menno Sawatsky.
13 February 2022
Winnipeg
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March 27, 2023
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