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# Vintage Woodford Westminster Chiming Mantel Clock
### Fitted with Premium German Franz Hermle 340-020 (2 Jewels) Mechanical MovementUp for sale is a beautiful vintage wooden arch-top mantel clock retailed by the prestigious British brand **Woodford**. It features a classic, clean mid-century aesthetic with an elegant cream-and-gold dial, housed in a handsome dark wood veneer cabinet.At its heart is a highly regarded, precision-engineered **Franz Hermle 340-020** mechanical movement, manufactured in West Germany. This model uses a reliable floating balance wheel escapement (no fussing with a pendulum) and rings out the classic 4/4 Westminster chime sequence.---### Key Features & Specifications:
* **Retailer/Brand:** Woodford (signed on dial)
* **Movement Manufacturer:** Franz Hermle & Sohn (West Germany)
* **Movement Model:** 340-020 (2 Jewels, 8-day spring-driven)
* **Chime:** 4/4 Westminster Chimes (strikes on the quarter hours and counts the hours)
* **Chime Silence Feature:** Includes a manual chime-silence lever bracket on the movement.
* **Dimensions:**
* **Width:** Approx. 17.5 inches (44.5 cm)
* **Height:** Approx. 8.5 inches (21.5 cm)
* **Inclusions:** Comes complete with its original steel winding key.---### Condition Report:
* **Cabinetry:** Overall in lovely vintage shape with a rich wood grain. There is some minor, honest age-related wear, including slight scuffs/surface wear along the top curved edge and some minor chipping to the veneer along the bottom corners (please study photos carefully).
* **Dial & Glass:** Excellent. The brass bezel, hinged glass door, and cream chapter ring with gold-tone raised Arabic numerals are bright, clean, and function smoothly.
* **Movement:** The brass backplate is exceptionally clean, bright, and free of heavy oxidation. Gears, hammers, and chime rods are in great cosmetic order.*Please note: As with all vintage mechanical clocks, it may require minor beat adjustment or professional leveling after transit to ensure optimal timekeeping and chime synchronization.*---### Postage & Packaging:
This clock will be packaged with absolute care—using plenty of bubble wrap and a sturdy box to ensure it arrives safely at your doorstep.* **Shipping:** Fast dispatch via tracked courier.*If you have any questions or would like additional photos, please feel free to drop me a message!*
