Kieninger Clock Movement with Westminster Chime - SK18 REAR

Kieninger Clock Movement  with Westminster Chime - SK18 REAR

• Kieninger Clock Movement SK18 REAR
• Use: Grandfather Clock Movement
• CHAIN Driven
• Westminster Chime
• BPH: 3600
• Hand Shaft: 36 mm
• Pendulum: 116 cm
  
• Made in Germany
• Fast order processing and FREE ground shipping in the contiguous United States
• Hands are NOT included

What our Experts Think

• Premium Kieninger German engineering (SK18 REAR platform) – High-precision mechanical movement designed for durability, accuracy, and long-term performance in grandfather-style clocks.
• Classic Westminster chime system – Plays the iconic four-quarter melody with full hour strike, offering a rich traditional acoustic experience.
• Rear-mounted hammer configuration – SK18 REAR design uses back-hammer strike layout for clean installation and efficient sound projection.
• Stable chain-driven mechanism – Ensures consistent power delivery and smooth operation of time, strike, and chime trains.
• High accuracy pendulum regulation – Engineered for reliable long-term timekeeping with fine mechanical adjustment capability.
• Built-in convenience features – Includes chime shut-off and automatic night silence function for practical everyday use.
• Professional-grade replacement unit – Widely used in restoration and replacement of high-end grandfather clocks.
• Long service life construction – Designed for decades of dependable operation with proper maintenance and setup.

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Maintenance Tips

• Keep movement dust-free: avoid opening mechanism; rely on professional servicing for internal components.
• Lubrication: apply high-quality clock oil every 3–5 years for smooth and precise gear operation.
• Westminster chime care: ensure full chime sequence runs uninterrupted and without forced switching.
• Rear-mounted system care: ensure rear chime assembly alignment remains stable for consistent sound output.
• Hammer & gong alignment: maintain proper striking balance for clear, evenly timed Westminster melody.
• Environmental protection: avoid humidity, heat, and vibration to preserve precision German movement.
• Regular winding: wind gently and consistently according to cycle to prevent mainspring strain.
• Level installation: ensure perfect leveling for accurate timekeeping and synchronized chime performance.
• Professional servicing: full overhaul recommended every 5–7 years for long-term reliability and chime clarity.