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beowulf566 · 17 May 2011, 10:38 AM

Anyone know any nice wall clock makers? I am looking for a couple nice wall clocks and maybe a mantel clock. Thanks

Saxon007 · 17 May 2011, 11:36 AM

I have a mantel clock, it is actually called the "Mantel Clock" by the maker Stickley so naturally I have it on a bookcase.

I quite like it, the hourly gongs remind me of my grandparents home when I was little. It is a German movement and keeps remarkably good time, you can adjust it by moving a weight on the pendelum. I wind it twice a week.

lhanddds · 17 May 2011, 12:42 PM

Sorry for the low quality quick pics. The first is an Atmos clock by LeCoultre. The brass is kinda dated but it's a cool mantel clock. The second is an antique (200+ years) made from onyx (I believe) and extremely heavy. I like it because it is unique.

Porsche · 17 May 2011, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by lhanddds

Sorry for the low quality quick pics. The first is an Atmos clock by LeCoultre. The brass is kinda dated but it's a cool mantel clock. The second is an antique (200+ years) made from onyx (I believe) and extremely heavy. I like it because it is unique.

Larry, love your Atmos. I have alwyas wanted one (the more recent design by Marc Newson is stunning).

For those unfamiliar with the Atmos, it is as close as possible to a perpetual motion machine. It does not need batteries, nor does it need winding!

Just left alone, it will run indefinately, ie. for decades!!!

The secret? It uses minute changes in temparature and pressure changes in the surrounding air. A change as small as 1 degree Celcius is all that is needed!!!

These clocks are often given to heads of state and presidents as gifts!

Just wish I could afford one!

Here is the Marc Newson I want

paddy_crow · 17 May 2011, 12:50 PM

I've been known to make a few clock cases (I buy the movements), but my work isn't for sale.

Toxicant · 17 May 2011, 09:18 PM

Depends on your budget. Kieninger makes some nice wall clocks but they are hard to find in the US.

Sattler is another German company that makes fine clocks. Do a little google on those two names.

Lisa · 17 May 2011, 10:15 PM

Do you want antique or new? Wooden case, or something else? Gazo, a US company, made outstanding and gorgeous wall and grandfather clocks, though the company stopped production in the 1980s, I think. They tend to be ornately carved, but if this is your style there are a few around for sale but they are pricey.

A link to some info and photos:

http://www.clockguy.com/SiteRelated/...ckFactory.html

beowulf566 · 18 May 2011, 10:27 AM

Thanks everyone

Anyone else know any wall clock and or mantel and grandfather clock makers. i am very interested in all things horologerie and would like to add some nice pieces to my home. thanks again.

BarkMaster · 18 May 2011, 11:41 AM

You could mount some of the HUGE "wrist" watches on the wall and they'd work just fine!

beowulf566 · 18 May 2011, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by BarkMaster

You could mount some of the HUGE "wrist" watches on the wall and they'd work just fine!

Just nail a U boat to the wall

17 May 2011, 10:38 AM	#1
beowulf566 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Matt Location: new hampshire Watch: Rlx,Omga,CyS,brtln Posts: 1,520	Clock questions? Anyone know any nice wall clock makers? I am looking for a couple nice wall clocks and maybe a mantel clock. Thanks __________________ R.I.P. Smoke em' if you got em'

17 May 2011, 11:36 AM	#2
Saxon007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 2,002	I have a mantel clock, it is actually called the "Mantel Clock" by the maker Stickley so naturally I have it on a bookcase. I quite like it, the hourly gongs remind me of my grandparents home when I was little. It is a German movement and keeps remarkably good time, you can adjust it by moving a weight on the pendelum. I wind it twice a week. __________________ Licensed to kill time.

17 May 2011, 09:18 PM	#6
Toxicant "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Ron Location: Maine, USA Posts: 374	Depends on your budget. Kieninger makes some nice wall clocks but they are hard to find in the US. Sattler is another German company that makes fine clocks. Do a little google on those two names. __________________ Time is precious, regulate it with class.

18 May 2011, 10:27 AM	#8
beowulf566 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Matt Location: new hampshire Watch: Rlx,Omga,CyS,brtln Posts: 1,520	Thanks everyone Anyone else know any wall clock and or mantel and grandfather clock makers. i am very interested in all things horologerie and would like to add some nice pieces to my home. thanks again. __________________ R.I.P. Smoke em' if you got em'

18 May 2011, 11:41 AM	#9
BarkMaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Texas Watch: 18078 YG DD Posts: 7,962	You could mount some of the HUGE "wrist" watches on the wall and they'd work just fine! __________________ BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK

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paddy_crow Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 592	I've been known to make a few clock cases (I buy the movements), but my work isn't for sale.

17 May 2011, 10:15 PM	#7
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	Do you want antique or new? Wooden case, or something else? Gazo, a US company, made outstanding and gorgeous wall and grandfather clocks, though the company stopped production in the 1980s, I think. They tend to be ornately carved, but if this is your style there are a few around for sale but they are pricey. A link to some info and photos: http://www.clockguy.com/SiteRelated/...ckFactory.html

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