Sligh grandfather clocks are grouped near the top of well regarded clocks that are made with fine craftsmanship and will last for a very long time. Sligh has recently stopped production of their clocks in the Holland, Michigan factory in 2005, but you can still find a few Sligh clocks available to purchase and there will always be a used market since these will last for decades. Here are a few Sligh grandfather clocks that you may consider when you are shopping for the centerpiece of your living room:
Anstead Floor Clock
This Sligh grandfather clock can be found for around $4500, which is a great deal. The chime has three options, including Beethoven's "Ode to Joy", Shubert's "Ava Maria", and Westminster. This clock stands at slightly over 88 inches. The top column caps on the front columns are very elaborately carved and look great!
Brookfield Floor Clock
This is another retired Sligh grandfather clock. This clock is not as elaborately carved as the Anstead, but it is a little easier on the budget. You can find this clock for around $4000. Some people may prefer this design, which is a bit simpler. The three chime options on the Brookfield include Westminster, St. Michael's and Whittington.
It is unfortunate that Sligh had to close down their clock factory in Holland. The good news is that Bulova purchased the Sligh design library so they are producing essentially the same models of Sligh grandfather clocks, but with new branding. Fans of Sligh, though, may still be looking for originals. While it is getting harder and harder to find new originals, make sure you check the used market. I can often find good deals on craigslist for around $1500-2000. Since these clocks really do last decades, you can often find an excellent deal!