Want to build a Clock on Wall

Posted: Thu May 07, 2009 2:46 pm     Post subject: Want to build a Clock on Wall

Hi there,

I'm a clock rookie and decided to ask if anyone could provide me with some basic help.

Basically, all I want to do is to make my wall into a clock. I do not need any numbers, I just need to know how to get the hands to work for something like that. I like the High Torque Balanced Clock Hands (#66764) 17 1/2" long. what kind of movement do I need to buy to go along with this as well as other accessories? Also, how do I get this to remain mounted to my wall without falling off?

Posted: Thu May 07, 2009 11:55 pm     Post subject:

This movement will drive the hands 10115.

You are going to need some sort of panel to mount the movement to, or you could mount the movement through a hole in the drywall if you have access to the rear to replace the battery. Another option is to run a couple of battery leads to a discrete location.

Posted: Fri May 08, 2009 8:09 am     Post subject:

Thanks so much for the help! If I were to buy something like this would that work then - http://www.klockit.com/products/sku-AAAAG.html ? Also, would I need to buy anything to make the hands not touch each other or something to keep them on? Or is that all included?

Posted: Fri May 08, 2009 2:16 pm     Post subject:

the hands will not touch each other as one slips on the lower part of the shaft, while the other goes on the top.

Posted: Fri May 08, 2009 4:29 pm     Post subject:

In regard to a "movement holder", you could machine a wood hub (any shape would probably work). Counter-bore the backside to recess the movement (standard high torque and regular quartz movements require a 3" counter-bore machined to a depth of 5/8" (3/4" max) to recess the movement. The hub could (potentially) be any decorative shape you would like. The movement would concealed inside (in back of) the hub. Just an idea...