Collecting things that are old is quite a common thing as far as hobbies go, and so I am tempted to mention how old my hubby is! But seriously, my Hubby bought an old car, a 1966 Mercury, and it is funny how the reality differs from the dream. I have seen these big old cars cruising down the road looking like they are extremely comfortable, but try telling that to my Hubby. The older cars lack the features that we have come to accept, such as rear defrost, and a heater fan that pumps out masses of heat. Then there is the gas consumption from the non-computerized engine! It is the same with clocks. Those old Grandfather clocks that we used to see standing in the hallways in old houses are another unrealistic dream. The reality is that to own such a thing you will need the patience to wind the thing up, and to always bear in mind that the time shown is actually incorrect as the clock stopped without you seeing that it did, so be prepared to spend time watching to see if the pendulum is still swinging. Then there are the repair and regular cleaning costs. To own a grandfather clock can be easier than that of course, by just going more modern. Take away all the hassles, and at the same time have an item with known quality such as a Howard Miller Grandfather Clock and that can be something that will be the collectors piece of the future. In fact, modern clocks can come in many styles, both traditional as well as contemporary. There is actually a more specialized blog that you might find interesting that includes a post about decor as well as many other interesting facts.

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