[Zeke]

If it runs out of the case then it wasn't somehow 'timed' in the case. What that means is a perfectly even "tick — tock — tick — tock." You start with the movement level using, well, a level in both directions. To restore the timing, or beat, you gently bend the verge (the rod that holds the pendulum ass'y) until the pendulum swings exactly the same distance right and left.

It's tricky and I'm not a qualified clock repair guy but I've done enough cases for people that I managed to find out how to make sure the clock will work when it gets home.

On oiling: less than a drop on each pivot and bushing. Usually a needle is dipped into the clock oi; and a tiny amount deposited at the bushing in the little cup.