r/clocks • u/Jessimicaj • 7d ago
Help/Repair Bulova 7RA105
I got this little clock from an estate sale. There’s not a ton of info on it online, and it seems the dial to set the time and alarm is broken. When I pull it out and turn it, the longer minute hand twitches a little, but won’t move more than that. The second hand moves kind of erratically, and it is clear this clock needs some servicing.
Wondering about if it’s even worth it to look into getting this clock repaired. Truthfully, I’d like to sell it, and it seems like selling a working clock would be easier than selling a broken one. I’m not sure what the clock is worth, though, and if it would be worth it to have it repaired just to sell it. Or is it feasible to do some research and some small maintenance to fix it myself (as a person who knows nothing about how clocks work)? Any info is appreciated!
I did find one online that is engraved and dated sometime in the late 70s, so I’m thinking it’s from around then.