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🔧 Got a vintage wall clock with a rear-mount movement?
We've got you covered.
The WMKIT1 mechanical wall clock kit is now available in a rear-mount version—perfect for restoring German or Vienna-style cases without drilling new holes.
✔️ Rear-rail compatible movement
✔️ Pendulum, dial, and hands included
✔️ Preserve your original bracket setup
🧰 Order now or send us a photo to match it for you:
Clockworks.com
📞 413-527-0600

🧰 Wondering what's really in a premium tubular bell clock kit?
Here's what you get in the Tubular Bell Grandfather Clock Kit from Clockworks:
🔹 Kieninger HTU triple chime movement
🔹 9 tuned aluminum tubes
🔹 Moon phase dial + crank
🔹 Lyre pendulum + matched weights
🔹 Hands, hardware, & setup guide
✅ Every part you need—pre-matched, no guesswork
🎶 Ready to build your legacy piece?
📍 Get the full kit now at Clockworks.com
📞 Questions? Call 413-527-0600

🔔 What really holds up those massive tubular bells?
In the Kieninger HTU Tubular Bell Clock Movement, it's not just brute strength—it's precision.
Each chime is suspended by a specially placed brass wire, perfectly balanced at the nodal point to deliver long, rich, resonant tones. 🎶
✔️ German engineering
✔️ Nylon or brass wire suspension
✔️ Designed for perfect tone isolation
Want to restore or upgrade to one of the finest tubular bell clock kits ever made?
🕰️ Shop the HTU and full kits at Clockworks.com
📞 Questions? Call 413-527-0600

🔕 Can I turn off the chimes?
YES—you can.
The Westminster Grandmother Clock Kit from Clockworks includes a manual chime shut-off lever, so you can enjoy the elegance of a traditional clock without the midnight wakeups.
✔️ Classic mechanical movement
✔️ Silence when you need it
✔️ Still keeps perfect time
Perfect for bedrooms, nurseries, recording studios—or anyone who appreciates timeless beauty AND quiet when it matters.
Read the full article here: https://www.clockworks.com/posts/westminster-grandmother-clock-kit
🕰️ Build yours today at Clockworks.com
📞 Questions? Call 413-527-0600

🪚📏 Planning to build your own clock case?
Before you cut a single board, you need this: the exact measurements to house your Westminster Vienna Clock Kit — straight from the experts at Clockworks.
✔️ Full height, width, depth specs
✔️ Pendulum and chime rod clearance
✔️ Mounting tips + material advice
Avoid the common pitfalls. One wrong inch can ruin the sound or stop your clock from running altogether.
🛠️ Download the full build guide now or shop the complete kit at Clockworks.com
☎️ Questions? Call 413-527-0600

🕰️ Thinking about building or restoring a clock?
The Westminster Vienna Regulator Clock-Kit gives you the best of both worlds: a mechanical German movement and the classic look of a regulator wall clock — tall case, long pendulum, elegant face.
👉 But what's the actual difference between "mechanical" and "regulator"? And how does this kit deliver both?
Whether you're a first-time DIYer or an experienced clockmaker, this post breaks it all down clearly.
🛠️ Get everything you need (except the case) in one complete kit.
📦 Ships from Clockworks, trusted since 1998.
🔗 Read the full post and shop now: Clockworks.com
☎️ Questions? Call us at 413-527-0600

🕰️ Does the White Moon Dial Clock Kit Have Night Silence?
Short answer: Not automatic.
The White Moon Dial Grandfather Clock Kit brings timeless elegance — but no auto night shut-off. It features:
🌙 Manual chime control lever
🧭 Authentic German movement
🎶 Westminster chimes on the quarter hour
🔧 Full mechanical build — just like traditional heirloom clocks
Perfect for clockmakers who want a true classic experience, with craftsmanship that echoes centuries past.
But if you need automated night silence, browse our full kit selection — we've got modern options too.
📘 Read more at Clockworks.com/blog

⏳ Pendulum Not Swinging? Don't Panic — Fix It.
A stuck or sluggish pendulum is one of the most common clock issues — and one of the easiest to fix when you know what to look for.
In our latest guide, we break down:
🔎 The real job of your clock's pendulum
⚠️ 5 reasons it stops swinging
🧰 How to inspect and fix each part (with tools from Clockworks!)
🔄 When to replace vs. repair your clock movement
Whether it's the suspension spring, leader, or bob — we've got what you need to bring your clock back to life.
🛠️ Read the full repair guide at clockworks.com/blog

🕰️ Grandfather Clock Acting Up? The Problem Might Be Your Floor.
If your clock ticks unevenly, stops randomly, or chimes out of sync — don't panic.
Step 1: Check if it's level.
An uneven base is one of the most common (and most overlooked) issues with grandfather clocks.
In this article, we walk you through:
📐 How to level your clock front-to-back and side-to-side
🧰 What tools you need (spoiler: not many)
🔊 How to listen for an even "tick-tock"
⚠️ Why leveling affects long-term performance
Read the full how-to and keep your heirloom running right:
📘 clockworks.com/blog