A skeleton wall clock is one that doesn’t hide its inner mechanisms in a case, but is entirely open or behind transparent glass. They range from complex antique pieces with masterful craftsmanship of gears and wheels to simple contemporary models that are geometric. The most best skeleton timepieces, in their original antique designs, are expensive, however there are reproductions that are somewhat affordable. One example is the replicated Hermle Brettluhr skeleton wall clock that cost about $220 for the brass and wood model. Although reproductions, these skeleton wall clocks offer weight driven brass movement, German craftsmanship and a warranty that covers 2 years. There are also some good clocks by Loricron Ansbach who make antique skeleton designs with wrought iron, visible brass movement gears, weight and pendulum for under $170. To compare digital wall clocks to the elegance of a skeleton design may seem silly, but in fact the idea [...] Read more »
Why Every Kitchen Needs a Clock
How are your time management skills looking? Even though most appliances have clocks on them, and every one carries a cell phone, it always seems like a struggle to keep on track! Having a clock somehow seems to help me, because it forces me to keep and eye on the time. Personally I can’t stand ticking clocks – I think it’s that they remind me of being in school! So I have nothing but digital clocks in my flat. One in my study, and one in my kitchen. Here is my reasoning for having a study and a kitchen clock. If you normally rely on your cell phone as a clock (and who doesn’t nowadays) it is real and dangerous distraction when you are trying to study or work. So a clock is a must, and as I said a digital clock has the advantage of no annoying tick! the [...] Read more »