Greetings.
I recently got this Kaminuhr/ buffetuhr from a second hand shop. It is missing the winding key and generally I don’t know how to check if it is in working order. Is anybody acquainted with the topic or model? Can I just order a normal winding key from ebay?

by 4ompey

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  1. There are several sizes of clock winding key: you’d need to measure the width of the winding arbour — that’s the square pin the key fits over. Use [this chart](https://blog.esslinger.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/clock-key-chart-1.jpg) to get the correct key size (this are Swiss sizes — American keys differ slightly, so make sure you’re ordering the correct type). German clocks generally take a #7 or #8 key.

    If you’re not sure, you can order a [set of spider keys](https://files.ekmcdn.com/zigzag02/images/clock-keys-5-in1-even-numbers-4-6-8-10-12-brass-spider-clock-winding-key-1066-p.jpg) to get all the sizes you could possibly need, if you’re thinking of collecting these clocks.

    Of course, if you can find a clockmaker in your local area (not easy, of course, the trade is nearly dead), they can help you get the right key and give you advice on the proper care and maintenance of your clock.

  2. We used to have this clock when I was a child.
    Edit: on the front in the middle of the dial you see two pins. One is for winding up, the other for setting the time. You just need the right “nut”
    Measure the pin and go to the hardware store. The clock is annoyingly loud ticking and bells ringing either every quarter hour or every full hour. 16 times at noon and midnight. 4x for each quarter of the hour an 12x for each hour… very loud.

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