Re: Clock for a 52-53 Mercury
Do you understand how these clocks work? They are essentially regular old spring driven clocks with an electrical winding mechanism. They are not designed to run continuously with the power disconnected. I think the one in my '51 winds every 15-20 minutes. When you shake it, you put some momentum back in the escapement and it will run for a short time.
It sounds like your clock is operating correctly.
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