What Is the Difference Between Antique and Vintage Clocks?

When you hear the words antique and vintage you probably think they are descriptive terms that essentially have the same meaning.  What important to remember is that vintage of antique does not mean the same thing.  They have similar meanings, but the differences are important because they can be quite significant.  Any clock that is considered an antique is at least 100 years old.  Any clock that is considered vintages if at least 40 years old but hasn’t hit the century mark yet.

Does this mean that antique clocks are superior to vintage clocks? That depends on who you ask, it’s all a matter of taste.  It’s kind of like being an afficionado or cars.  Perhaps you prefer foreign cars over classic muscle cars, that doesn’t mean foreign cars are better, it just means that they are different.  The same is true for antique clocks and vintage clocks.  Antique clocks are not necessarily better, but they are frequently more valuable, and they usually give off a more sophisticated vibe.

How can you know if an antique or a vintage clock is the right choice for you? That’s a personal decision, but you really can’t go wrong in either case.  What you should do is decide what suits your tastes, then make your choice based off of that.  You may be surprised if you start out seeking an antique clock, then end up falling in love with a vintage one instead.  You’re just as likely to have things go the other way around, and end up with an antique clock when a vintage one was what you were initially interested in.

Your best option is to think about what look you are interested in, then use this as a starting point for shopping around. You should never feel pressured to decide, buying a vintage or antique clock may end up being a significant investment, and when spending your money, you can never be too careful.

Are you still uncertain of what type of clock you should purchase? Well, vintage clocks often evoke feelings of nostalgia since they are more modern, and they may have even been constructed during your lifetime.  For example, if you grew up in the 70s, buying a clock from this time may help you to remember your glory days and brighten up your day for a brief moment each time you check the time.

Now, with antique clocks there is less of a sense of nostalgia involved because they are at least a century old, and it’s pretty unlikely that you’re out clock shopping if you’re over 100.  Antique clocks have more of a timeless beauty to them that adds more class and character instead of nostalgia to a room.

If you’re still struggling to make a decision, or you don’t even know how to get started, perhaps enlisting the help of an expert is in order.  If that’s something you’re interested in, then you’ve come to the right place.  We have a team of experts that are highly knowledgeable about all types of clocks, and they would be more than happy to offer you a no pressure, consultation to help you narrow down your choices.

What Are Skeleton Clocks?

If you are an afficionado of mechanical clocks, then a skeleton clock is probably one of the most appealing types of clocks that you are likely to ever see.  What makes mechanical clocks so intriguing are their inner workings.  They don’t have some soulless computer keeping the passage of time, they have intricate mechanisms that work in concert to accurately record each second that passes.  Quality mechanical clocks, even antique ones, can be as accurate at their modern digital counterparts.  The level of engineering required to pull of this amazing feat is astounding, even more so when you consider the time that many of these engineering marvels were constructed in. Imagine a clockmaker working by candlelight or using a lantern to illuminate his workspace and created a machine that is accurate as what is mass produced by automated factories today.  That’s astonishing!

Why should a skeleton clock hold special interest for those that love mechanism driven clocks? A skeleton clock is so named because it is constructed in a manner that allows you to see how it works.  The casing and other elements that would normally conceal the internal parts, and their movements, are not present.  They are specifically designed to allow people to see how they work, to give people the opportunity to marvel at the spectacular engineering that went into their creation.

With most mechanical clocks the only indication of what is going on behind the scenes is rhythmic, audible ticking of the mechanisms as the hands march forward.  It’s easy to forget just how much is going on behind the scenes, and that’s a shame.  The inner workings of beautiful, antique clock should be admired and appreciated, but far too often they are simply forgotten about.

With a skeleton clock there is little chance of this happening.  Since you can see the inner workings of the clock, it’s virtually impossible to overlook what is going on.  You can see the gears turn in concert as the track the passing of each second and turn the hands of the clock forward.  The ticking sound takes on an entirely new meaning when you can see what is making the sound and appreciate the amount of time and effort that went into creating such an intricate device.

For clock lover’s skeleton clocks are an amazing marvel, and what make them truly unique is that even people that aren’t interested in clocks will find them interesting.  How many people can look at a magnificent clock and not take a few moments to marvel at it? Only those that have no imagination or appreciation for beauty and engineering, that’s all.  For anyone else, the captivating movements of a skeleton clock may offer a momentary reprieve from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. They offer a glimpse into a tiny world where everything moves like clockwork, and the precision is something that can be appreciated and admired.

If you’re interested in a acquiring a skeleton clock, then please feel free to ask us about our collection. In most cases skeleton clocks are mantel clocks. We’d be happy to give you the opportunity to marvel and appreciate them, so you can decide which one should go home with you today.

Unique Materials of Antique Clocks

Are you considering purchasing an antique clock for your home or business? Congratulations on making a wise choice! Now, before you start planning your purchase why don’t you take a few minutes to think about what type of antique clock you’re looking for.  What type of style are you interested in? Is there a specific time period that interests you? What kind of material do you want your clock to be made from? That’s right, you might want to take a moment to think about what types of materials you might want your clock to be made from.  Sure, oak and cherry wood are the most common types of materials that are used, but they are far from your only options.

Porcelain and Enamel Clocks Are Often Quite Beautiful

If you are looking for a unique antique clock, you can’t go wrong with a porcelain or enamel clock.  Often striking, these clocks are outside of the box and offer a look that is far from what most people think of when they think of an antique clock.  Are they perfect for any décor and style? No, but not clock is.  But, if you can find one that suits what you need, then these unique clocks could be just what you’re looking for.

Sometimes it’s a combination of different materials that make one clock great, such as this antique mystery clock;

Skeleton Clocks Have Partial Cases or No Cases to Showcase Their Inner Workings

While most people think of clocks as being wooden, these same people also realize that the internal workings of these same wooden clocks are most definitely made of metal.  Skeleton clocks are unique in that the inner workings are intentionally exposed to allow people a chance to see how the intricate mechanisms that control the clocks work.

Where the different materials come into play is the polished brass and other materials that clockworks are made from are visible.  Higher quality materials, and more precise manufacturing techniques are used when creating the clockworks for a skeleton clock since the mechanisms will be prominently displayed.  These clocks are often striking and fit in well with most interior design styles.

There’s Nothing Wrong with Traditional Wood Clocks

If porcelain, enamel, and metal clocks don’t’ appeal to you, there’s nothing wrong with choosing a more traditional option and going with a wooden clock.  When well made, antique wooden clocks have a timeless beauty that allows them to be displayed in virtually any environment.  There’s a certain comfort that comes from seeing an antique wooden clock since it is such a familiar, but also intriguing decorative object.

Make A Choice Based on What Appeals to You

How do you know what type of clock material is the right one of you? That’s a personal decision that you’ll have to come to.  Take some time, think about what you want, then start comparing different types of antique clocks.  One important piece of advice to remember is to not zero in on one option from day one.  Give yourself the freedom to explore and look around so you can be exposed to many options.  You may end up surprising yourself by discovering that the type of clock you thought you wanted, didn’t end up being your final choice.

We’re Here to Help

While the final decision on what type of clock to buy is yours to make, as it should be, there’s also nothing wrong with accepting some guidance from the professionals.  That’s what we’re here for, we aren’t just here to sell you a clock, we’re here to offer our wealth of knowledge and experience to help you to make an informed decision.  The way we see it, if you aren’t thrilled with the antique clock that you’ve purchased from us, then we haven’t done our job well.

The Canadian Arthur Pequegnat company Clocks

If you are looking for a very high-quality antique or vintage clock, then you can’t go wrong with the Canadian Arthur Pequegnat Clock Company.  Founded in 1904, they produced high quality clocks in Canada for nearly 40 years.  About 20 years after production stopped, the company became insolvent.  While the company may not have lasted, it had nothing to do with the quality the clocks they produced.  The company thrived prior to the modern industrial age, with the widespread use of automation and electricity becoming common, the company simply failed to adapt to the times, and their methods became obsolete.  Despite the end of the company, the clocks that they produced are still highly collectible, and often sell for as much as two times the number of similar clocks of American origin from the same time.

One particularly notable thing about the Arthur Pequengnat Clock Company was that clocks were not their initial area of expertise.  They started as bicycle manufacturing company and decided to branch out into clock making when they felt they could produce higher quality clocks locally in Canada than the ones that were being imported.  This bold step turned out to be quite fortuitous, and in short order the time as a bicycle manufacturer ended due to the tremendous demand for their clocks.

While scarcity of an item often directly correlates to the collectability and value, that isn’t the case with the Arthur Pequegnat Clocks.  These clocks were mass produced for nearly four decades and extremely popular in Canada, so there are quite a few of them still in circulation.  What drives their value has more to do with their quality, beauty, and reliability.  So, the good news is that you can probably find an Arthur Pequegnat if you are interested in one, and despite their desirable status in the collectable world, their price remains affordable for most people. They have a variety of clocks, such as antique wall clocks and antique bracket clocks.

If you are looking for a specific antique clock, feel free to get in touch with us and we’re happy to see if we can scout one for you.  While this isn’t likely to happen, for us, the most important thing is that you find what makes you happy.

Museums and Exhibitions of Antique Clocks

When most people think of museums they probably think of art and other antiques.  Whey would there be museums and other exhibitions for clocks of all things? A better question might be, why shouldn’t there be museums and exhibitions celebrating antique clocks? After all, they are antiques, and a very solid argument could be made that they are an art form as well.  Yes, that’s correct, antique clocks are an art form.

If you don’t consider antique clocks to be an art form, then perhaps you need to take a moment to think about what art means to you.  Art, by its very nature is subject to change and interpretation, so it’s hard to come up with a solid definition of what constitutes art, and what does not.  But most people would agree that art consists of something unique and expressive, and by this definition many antique clocks would qualify as pieces of art instead of simple timepieces. From the very iconic cuckoo clocks to impressive antique longcase clocks.

Going to a museum exhibition to view antique clocks can be a very rewarding and education experience.  It can also help you to get a better understanding of what type of clocks you might be interested in purchasing for your home or business.  You might also be surprised to learn that there are frequent exhibitions of antique clocks, and there’s a good chance that there is one within driving distance right now.

If you’re interested in attending an antique clock exhibition or museum please find a few source below;

• The British Museum: https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/galleries/clocks-and-watches
• Uhrenmuseum (Hour museum) in Vienna, Austria: https://www.wienmuseum.at/en/locations/uhrenmuseum
• Art and clock exhibition in Geelong, Australia: https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/events/calendar/item/8da8fe9f4559ff5.aspx
• Clock Exhibition: https://www.clockexhibition.org.uk/

Another option you might want to consider is spending some time admiring our vast inventory of vintage and antique clocks.  Don’t worry, we don’t have an ulterior motive and are more than happy to let anyone interested in clocks look through our collection.  We won’t pressure you and try to make a sale, we’re confident that the antique clocks that we sell don’t need any help being sold.  Once you see them, you’ll probably want to take one home with you.  If not, that’s fine, we’re still happy to share our love of antique and vintage clocks with you.

How The Cuckoo Clock Got Its Name

When it comes to clocks there aren’t many that are more iconic and recognizable that the cuckoo clock.  The distinctive cuckoo bird marking the passing of each hour is something that anyone will instantly recognize, even if they don’t know anything else about clocks.  Many people have wondered over the centuries how this type of clock was conceived of.  How was it named? Why have a cuckoo bird of all things appear every hour? These are all great questions, unfortunately, there aren’t a lot of clear answers.  Cuckoo clocks originated several centuries ago, and like many other things that originate that far in the past, clear answers are not always readily apparent.  Fortunately, there are some clues that can help to at least paint a partial picture of the origins of this unique clock.

The name of the cuckoo clock comes from the iconic cuckoo bird that makes an appearance at the top of the hour to announce that the day is an hour closer to being over.  With a cuckoo clock there is a constant reminder of how much time has passed, which can be a good or a bad thing, depending on how you look at it.  If you feel like your day is dragging along and taking forever, that hourly reminder might start to get on your nerves a bit.

With the mystery of the name sorted out, you might be wondering how a cuckoo clock came to be in the first place.  What was the inspiration behind it? Why choose a cuckoo bird instead of, well instead of anything else? Why have it announce the passing of each hour?

These are all great questions, unfortunately, there’s no definitive answer.  The first description of a cuckoo clocked was written in the early 1600s in Germany, which narrows down the originating region that the cuckoo clock hails from.  What is generally regarded as the modern interpretation of the cuckoo clock appeared some time later in the early 1700s in region of Germany, so both the original and modernized version of the cuckoo clock arose in Germany.

But that’s where the answers come to an end.  Who created the very first cuckoo clock? Why did they choose a cuckoo bird to symbolize the clock and give its name to it? These are questions that likely will never be answered, but even though it’s origins may not be clear, the appreciation for this iconic clock is.

Cuckoo clocks are enormously popular and come in many styles, some classical, and some with much more modern designs.  This means that regardless of what type of décor your home or office has, a cuckoo clock can fit in and find a place.  So, if cuckoo clocks hold a special place in your heart, like they do for so many other people, then feel free to reach out to us today.  We’d be happy to share our knowledge, and help you find the right clock for you.

Antique Clocks as Part of Your Interior Design

Interior design is all about helping a space to become both aesthetically pleasing, while keeping it useful and functional.  Having a clock in any room is always a welcome addition from a functional point of view, and the type of clock that you have says a lot about who you are, and can have a significant influence on the look and feel of a room.  Having something like a digital clock will provide you with the functionality that you need, but it won’t do much to accentuate the design of a room.  Modern, cheap clocks lack character, and unless you want a room that feels the same way, they should be avoided.  Antique clocks on the other hand are loaded with character and can change the entire complexion of a room.

How can you choose the right antique clock for your room? Start by thinking about what type of atmosphere you’re trying to create.  Not all antique clocks are the same, they vary in appearance and style as much as modern clocks do, if not more so.  But, on top of having a variety of styles, they also have something that their modern counterparts lack, they have history and personality. Secondly the location of the clock and size you are after is important. A smaller antique mantel clock has a significant other impact than a large antique grandfather clock, but it also fits in many more rooms simply due to the size difference.

Grandfather clock versus mantel clock

So, how can you choose the right antique clock? You could try to find one yourself, or you could find a knowledgeable retailer that has experts that would be happy to help you to make the right choice.  If that sounds like something you would be interested in, then we hope that you’ll reach out to us today.  We have a huge inventory of amazing antique clocks in a wide variety of styles, and one of them will certainly meet your needs and exceed your expectations.

From the relatively simple, to the incredibly ornate, our collection of antique clocks is certain to pique your interest, and if you need help, we’d be happy to help you to narrow your choices down.  All the clocks that we sell are of the highest quality, and any that needed restoration or repair were cared for by a highly experienced professional.  That means that any clock you buy from us will not only be beautiful, but it will also be accurate and reliable.

Take a few minutes and talk to us about what your room looks like, what the color scheme is, and what type of atmosphere you are trying to create.  We can use that as a starting point to help you find an antique clock that will work well with whatever type of décor you have.  One thing that you can count on, we won’t be happy until you’re happy.  If you aren’t happy with our suggestions, we’ll spend more time with you until you feel comfortable, and confident when making your decision.

It’s also important to keep in mind that an antique clock is more than just a decorative piece of art, it’s an investment.  Will you spend more money on one of our clocks than you would on a cheap, modern one? Of course, but you’ll get far greater value out of it.  It will make a wonderful addition to your home or office, and should you ever decide to part with it, you should be able to easily recover your investment.  If you’re ready to add a unique antique timepiece to the décor in your home or office, reach out to us today.

Key People in Clockmaking Throughout History

For centuries people used analogue watches that depended on the flow of water and celestial bodies movement until Peter Henlein finally achieved industrial and mechanical methods of making a precise clock.  He used some ideas from previous clocks by unknown makers to develop a modern clock design.  Even though Peter was not the first person to design small clocks, he is known as the father of the modern clock.  Numerous mathematicians, artisans, and horologists contributed to the influence of clockmaking history.  Some of the key people in clockmaking throughout history include:

Peter Henlein

Born in 1485, Peter was a known Nuremberg locksmith in the 16th century.  He was famous for making a small design of a spring-powered brass clock—this type of clock was costly and rare.  As a result, distant nobility and locals would contact him, often requesting smaller and decorative clock designs.  According to historians, Peter designed the first clock in 1510.  In 1541 Peter was very popular for designing Lichtenau castle’s big tower clock and small clocks.  Peter springs were not very accurate, nor were they portable.  Nevertheless, Peter springs’ designs became the 16th-century trend in Europe, especially among the European scientific circles.

Christiaan Huygens

Christiaan Huygens, a Dutch mathematician, horologist, physicist, and astronomer in the 17th century, stand out among the key people in clockmaking throughout history.  He was the first person to design pendulum clocks.  His pendulum clock design leads to the birth of the antique longcase clock, also known as the Grandfather clock.

In the pursuit of making a sea clock, the mathematician changed the clock making history forever.  In 1656 he created the first working pendulum timepiece.  Later he came up with a balance spring watch regulator.  The watch industry still uses his inventions as critical components in designing watches.  In the 17th century, his inventions became a sensation in the Netherlands and its surroundings.

Thomas Tompion

Today Thomas is known as the father of English clock making.  Born in 1639, Thomas was a famous mechanician, watchmaker, and clockmaker.  He was among the first watchmakers to apply the balance spring invention by Christiaan Huygens.  The Londoner clockmaker clock design mainly centred on sound design and the high quality of materials used for his creations.  Due to his exceptional clock making skills, he became a legend in England and worldwide.

He joined the Clockmakers London Company in 1671, and he was among the early members to become clock masters.  In 1676 Thomas designed two identical clocks for King Charles II.  As per Hooke’s concept, the two identical clocks feature a very tiny arc with a long swinging pendulum.  These clocks were used for astronomical observations and provided the correct computations.  His association with Robert Hooke played a significant role in developing balance spring timepieces that were more accurate than earlier inventions.

Franz Anton Ketterer

Franz Anton Ketterer is regarded as the father of the Cuckoo clock.  For centuries Frank has been credited with inventing the Cuckoo clock.  Even though nobody has ever identified them as one of the first inventors of the antique cuckoo clock, the historians believe the Black Forest village native got the inspiration to design the cuckoo clock from the church organs bellows technology used instead chimes.

The German clock makes one of the ancient founders of the Black Forest clock.  The clock industry remembers him as one of the key people in cuckoo clockmaking history.  While Ketterer is known for making beautiful cuckoo clock design, it would be wrong to say he invented the cuckoo clock because clocks were around more than 100 years before Ketterer was born.  However, it is obvious Ketterer was a talented clockmaker who could craft and design beautiful cuckoo clocks.

How Do Cuckoo Clocks Work?

For centuries German clockmakers have been designing classic handcraft cuckoo clocks. Cuckoo clocks have been in the industry for nearly 300 years, and not much has changed in cuckoo clock designing. In the 18 century, clockmakers and woodcarvers from Schwartzwald and Black Forest Germany regions crafted world-class cuckoo clocks. Most of the antique cuckoo clocks found today are from Germany.

Are you wondering how a cuckoo clock works? Looking at the cuckoo clock with its decorative creatures might raise questions like, how does the clock work?   The cuckoo clock features a pendulum that helps the clock make a sound around every hour. Some antique cuckoo designs make a sound at different time intervals. However, most people prefer antique cuckoo clocks that make sound hourly. The cuckoo features creatures designed placed in a hut that pops out and makes a sound. Let’s look at how the cuckoo clock works.

How the pendulum of the cuckoo clock works

When it comes to the mechanical movement of the antique cuckoo clock, the pendulum does the work by swinging evenly back and forth. Every back-and-forth movement takes a second. It requires very little energy to keep swinging at an evenly beat. The loss of power occurs when the pendulum swings unevenly; that is swings more to one side than the other. In such a scenario, you should try leveling the cuckoo clock.

Often the pendulum is shaped like a leaf. Usually, a singing cuckoo clock features more than one leaf weight. The one more leaf weight completes the whole clock design and acts as a music box. To ensure the birds come out every hour and properly working clock, you will need to rewind the weights regularly, every day, or after eight days.

You don’t have to rewind the weights if you own a quartz cuckoo clock because, unlike mechanical cuckoo clocks, the Quartz doesn’t feature weights.

How the escapement of the cuckoo clock works

The escapement features the escape wheel and pallets. The escapement can be described as the heart of the cuckoo clock. Not only does escapement provides the impulse that swings the pendulum back and forth, but it also helps to divide time. This process produces the ”tick-tock” sound. The verge and foliot escapement turn the tooth escape wheel when the rope carrying the wight unwinds from the barrel. The cuckoo clock verge controls the wheel movements. The verge is a vertical rod that comes worth pallets at each end.

How the wheelwork of the cuckoo clocks

The cuckoo clock comes with a series of gears, rings, or wheels knowns as wheelwork. The wheelwork helps in the transmission of motion. They transmit power to the hand of the clock from the source. The energy is transmitted by the large central wheel, which is connected to a smaller gear, and its arbour, which is connected to another second wheel, passes on the motion to the gears.

How the bird of the cuckoo clock works

The antique cuckoo clock features a tiny wooden bird placed in a hut. The bird makes a sound every hour as it emerges from the hut. When it comes to the mechanical cuckoo clock, the air chambers or two tiny wooden bellows come with two small wooden pipes attachments. When the hut is filled with air, the clock movements activate the bellows, thus squeezing the air in and out. The “cu” sound is made by the first bellow, while the “ckoo” sound is created by the second bellow. The intensity of the cuckoo calls and sounds depends on the size of the bellows, clock, and pipes. Both mechanical movement and quartz cuckoo clocks come with cuckoo birds.

Different Types Of Barometers And Their Functions

Barometers are valuable scientific tools invented in the 16th century.  They are used to measure atmospheric pressure.  Air pressure is the force exerted on a surface by the weight of air, which is pulled by gravity.  Over the centuries, the antique barometers designs have significantly evolved.  There are two key barometers: mercury and aneroid barometers used in flying, diving, meteorology, mountaineering, and fishing settings.  Evangelista Torricelli, an Italian physicist, invented the first mercury barometer in history.   In the past, the mercury barometer was widely used due to manageable dimensions attributed to its density.  On the other hand, aneroid barometers, also known as non-liquid barometers, are widely used because of their portability and durability.

Mercury Barometer

Initially invented by Torricelli, the Mercury barometer is a scientific tool used to measure air pressure at any given location.  Also known as Torricellian Barometer, the barometer was invented in 1643 by Evangelista Torricelli.  Torricelli was the first physicist to discover the barometer principle and design a sustained working vacuum.  Even though historical documentation shows that Gasparo Berti was the first to build the water barometer, Torricelli was the first to invent the working barometer.  Torricelli argued that water is less convenient, and in its place, he used mercury.  According to him, mercury is better working fluid because it is heavier and denser than water.  With water, one will need a larger tube for the barometer, making it impractical.  While with mercury, the barometer needs a smaller tube to work.

What are the functions of the mercury barometer?

The traditional mercury barometer features a vertical glass tube.  The barometer tube is closed at the top.  At the bottom, there is a mercury-filled basin where the tube sits.  The height of mercury represents the pressure in the atmosphere.  In other words, mercury in the tube is adjusted until the center of gravity of the mercury column equals the atmospheric force acting on the reservoir to determine the atmospheric pressure.  Originally Torricelli designed a barometer as a scientific device for measuring air pressure.  However, there are other uses of mercury barometer such as:

• A change in altitude alters the atmospheric pressure, making it an effective tool for determining a location’s height.
• Aneroid barometers can be calibrated and checked using a mercury barometer.
• They help gauge aircraft pressure and construct the altimeters that fly at different altitudes.
• For weather analysis and preparation of barographs, mercury barometers are used.
• As part of the weather forecasting process, mercury barometers are also helpful.
• Fluid mechanics, physics, astronomy, and chemistry all use mercury barometers.

Aneroid Barometer 

In the 18th century Lucien Vidie, a French scientist, invented the first aneroid barometer.  In contrast to the very first type of barometer, the term “aneroid” means “without fluid.” The barometer can be used as an altimeter to predict altitude based on air pressure.  Some of these barometers are small and light enough to be kept in the home or even carried around.  For one thing, a pen can replace the needle, and one can use a roll of paper to keep track of pressure changes over time with the help of the aneroid barometer’s adaptability.

What are the functions of an aneroid barometer?

Instead of mercury, the barometer comes with a sealed metal chamber.  The chamber contracts and expands depending on the surrounding air pressure.  As the response to the changes in air pressure, A spring craftily attached to the camber contracts and extends, thus moving the pointer on the dial.  The dial is marked with numbers allowing you to read the atmospheric pressure instantly.

Like a mercury barometer, the antique aneroid barometer is a scientific device that helps measure air pressure.  The barometer helps to forecast weather.  The barometer uses changes in the atmospheric pressure to predict the weather.  For instance, if the atmospheric pressure is low, you will experience bad weather.