Feb 282010
 

When buying a cuckoo clock for your home there are many things you must consider. Before even choosing a brand, type or size of clock figure out where the cuckoo is going to go. You do not want to buy too large of a clock and over crowd a small room. Also, there are many different levels of detail in these clocks; from very unique delicate artwork to novelty clocks for children’s rooms you can find the perfect one for you. An elegant large wall clock can add style to any living space.

The detail and artwork of a cuckoo clock really is the biggest determination of the price. Clocks crafted by very well know clockmakers will drive the price up as well. The price can range from as low as $50 for a cheaper small clock to over a few thousand dollars for very detailed elegant clocks. Before looking at which type you would like, determine your budget so that you are not pressured into buying a clock that is out of your price range.  Black forest cuckoo clocks are a very popular style of artwork and are the traditional image of these clocks.

You must also decide the type of clock you want. There are many different configurations of models, some require being wound every day, and others every 8 days. 1 Day clocks are typically cheaper than the 8 day models because they are less complex. You also have the option of choosing you want a traditional cuckoo sound, or a musical version. The musical clocks can usually be programmed with whatever tune you would like. The sounds may also be customized to not chime at night to prevent disturbing the house while everyone is sleeping.  Quartz cuckoo clocks are also available, and are usually cheaper because they are normally made from plastic. These clocks do not have the traditional feel of a hand craved cuckoo clock. The benefit of quartz driven clocks is that they run of batteries and do not require being wound up.

Be sure to you know what you are looking for before purchasing a cuckoo clock, there are many options to choose from.

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Mark Feldstein & Associates, Inc Ckwc Cuckoo Clock Snowy Cabin Mark Feldstein & Associates, Inc Ckwc Cuckoo Clock Snowy Cabin
List Price: $34.99
Sale Price: $23.88
 

Description

A snow-covered log cabin scene is played out on this richly-detailed clock. To add ambiance, at each hour, a Cardinal pops out from his roost chirping his distinctive, beautiful song. This unique cuckoo feature provides some sense of serenity in our busy, daily lives...

Newhall Old World Cuckoo Clock, Brown Newhall Old World Cuckoo Clock, Brown
List Price: $39.98
Sale Price: $29.66
 

Description

Heirloom Quality Black Forst Clock with Old World Style and Charm.

Silly Wall Clock Cuckoo, Plastic, Pink Silly Wall Clock Cuckoo, Plastic, Pink
Sale Price: $8.99
 

Description

Novelty pink cuckoo wall clock. Measures 9 by 7 by 2-Inch.

71B Kassel Black Forest Cuckoo Clock 71B Kassel Black Forest Cuckoo Clock
List Price: $503.77
Sale Price: $138.95
 

Description

Now you can have the time of your life with this original Kassel Black Forest Cuckoo Clock. Made in Germany. The clock is wound by pulling the round ring on the end of the chain down raising the pine cone weight up to the wood clock...

River City Clocks One Day Hand-Carved Cuckoo Clock with Five Maple Leaves & One Bird - 9 Inches Tall - Model # 11-09 River City Clocks One Day Hand-Carved Cuckoo Clock with Five Maple Leaves & One Bird - 9 Inches Tall - Model # 11-09
List Price: $340.00
Sale Price: $146.95
 

Description

This traditionally styled German cuckoo clock features wooden hands, a wood dial with Roman numerals, and a warm light yellow hand-painted and hand-carved cuckoo bird. The cuckoo clock case is surrounded by five deeply carved maple leaves with a single hand-carved bird seated at the peak of the roof...



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