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Step 1
Decide what kind of a Grandfather clock you want to buy. Choose from "traditional", "contemporary", "curio," or "floor" clocks. Then decide what kind of finish you want for your clock. Choose from cherry, oak, walnut, mahogany, and more. There are also different brands of Grandfather clocks, such as "Ridgeway" or "Howard Miller."
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Step 2
Buy your Grandfather clock online at one of the many stores that sell clocks and watches (See Resources). Compare price and features. There are many designs to choose from so consider all of your choices before purchasing to be sure to get the right clock to tell time with.
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Step 3
Shop at clock stores offline for Grandfather clocks. The Clock Depot (See Resources) offers Grandfather clocks for sale if you live in North Carolina, Virginia, South Carolina or Washington, D.C. Ask if the store offers free shipping with the purchase of your clock and any type of maintenance plan.
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Step 4
Browse the want ads for used Grandfather clocks to buy. These will be considerably cheaper than brand new clocks. Take extra care if you use this option. Make sure the clock is still fully functioning and also understand you are purchasing "as is." This means that if the clock stops working you have no recourse except to repair it yourself.
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Step 5
Purchase a Grandfather clock kit and build your clock yourself. Kuempel is one of the stores that offer these kits (See Resources). Be sure to find out what the kit consists of and how involved it will be to assemble if you decide on this option.
