We do not service Revere Telechron clocks, and offer this page for informational purposes.
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Why Revere Telechron Clocks Are Still Valued
Revere clocks — driven by synchronous Telechron motors and often featuring decorative Art Deco or classic cases — represent an important era in American electric clock-making history.
Revere Telechron clocks remain appreciated by collectors and enthusiasts because they reflect both technological innovation and distinctive design. Built during the heyday of electric clocks from the 1920s through the mid-20th century, many models feature synchronized electric motors designed to keep time based on the alternating current frequency. Their combination of reliable mechanics, aesthetic appeal, and historical significance makes them sought-after pieces for those who value early electric horology and mid-century decorative clocks.
Revere Telechron Clock History (Summary)
The Revere Telechron Clock Company traces its roots to Henry Warren’s founding of The Warren Clock Company in 1912 in Ashland, Massachusetts, where he initially made battery-powered clocks before focusing on electric mechanisms. Warren’s invention of the self-starting synchronous motor in 1915, patented in 1918, revolutionized electric clocks by tying their timekeeping to the frequency of the electric grid. Telechron, renamed from the Warren Clock Company in 1926, went on to produce iconic electric clocks through the 1920s and 1950s. Revere clocks were marketed in collaboration with General Electric and as a specialized line developed with the Herschede firm, known for combining Telechron motors with traditional chime cases. As battery clocks and quartz movements emerged in the mid-20th century, demand for synchronous electric clocks waned, and Revere’s manufacturing ultimately ceased as the Telechron business declined.
Read more about Revere Telechron Clock Company’s history.
Caring for a Revere Telechron Clock
Electric clocks like Revere Telechrons require careful service to ensure their motors, gearing, and chime mechanisms operate correctly. A thorough professional evaluation includes cleaning and lubricating the movement, checking the synchronous motor and electrical connections, and adjusting striking and timing functions for accuracy and longevity. Since many vintage Revere clocks have not been serviced in decades, early attention helps prevent wear and preserves both mechanical performance and collectible value.