Unique Wooden Castle Clock with Bell and Key

Unique wooden clock. Has a cool castle design with a little bell tower. Roman numerals on the clock face. Comes with the winding key. Looks great on a mantel or shelf. This unique piece is a Tudor Gatehouse Mantel Clock, a handmade wooden architectural timepiece designed to resemble a historical fortification. Key Features Design: It features a distinctive gatehouse silhouette with crenelated tops (the "castle" teeth) and a small belfry on the right side containing a bell. Construction: The clock is crafted from solid wood, specifically showing the prominent grain of Red Oak, which is common in handcrafted mission and arts and crafts style clocks. Movement: The face shows two winding points, indicating a mechanical movement (likely an 8-day movement) where one side powers the timekeeping and the other powers a chime or strike. A winding key is also visible at the base of the clock. 12 sites La Rose 350-060 mechanical clock movement, which is a private-label version of the widely used Hermle 350-060 movement made in West Germany. This is a high-quality, spring-driven mechanism designed for wall or mantel clocks: Chime: Westminster (plays progressively every quarter hour, with a full song and hour strike at the top of the hour). Run Time: 8-day (requires winding once per week). Escapement: Balance wheel (unlike pendulum clocks, this type can run even if it is not perfectly level). Hammers: 5 diagonal hammers mounted on the back. Jewels: Contains 2 jewels for increased durability and precision. The clock is very well cared for and is in working condition. $150

Condition

Used (normal wear)