Beautiful 1955 vintage E. Schmeckenbecher German mechanical cuckoo clock featuring a traditional carved Black Forest-style case, mechanical Regula movement, two pinecone weights, wooden pendulum and an unusual pulley-assisted weight system.

The brass movement is marked REGULA, Made in Germany, E. Schmeckenbecher, 20, and PAT. 812538, along with period German patent markings.

This clock has been cleaned and properly oiled and has undergone extensive operational testing. It has been run through multiple complete weight cycles and has remained in continuous operation for more than one week while keeping accurate time.

The mechanical cuckoo/strike mechanism operates through its cycle as intended.

Features

• Vintage E. Schmeckenbecher German cuckoo clock

• Regula mechanical movement

• Movement marked 20

• PAT. 812538

• Made in Germany

• Traditional carved wood case with leaf and bird decoration

• Two-weight mechanical movement

• Unusual pulley-assisted weight system

• Two pinecone weights

• Wooden pendulum

• Complete carved removable crest

• Cleaned and oiled

• Tested through multiple operating cycles

• Continuously operated for more than one week

• Keeps accurate time

• Cuckoo/strike mechanism tested

Approximate Dimensions

11 3/4” tall × 8 1/2” wide × 5 1/2” deep

Measurements are of the clock case and do not include the hanging chains, weights or pendulum.

Condition

Very good 1955 working condition with normal cosmetic wear and patina consistent with age.

This is a genuine vintage mechanical clock and not a modern quartz reproduction.

The clock will be carefully prepared for shipping. The pendulum, weights and removable decorative components will be detached and individually protected for transport.

Because mechanical clocks can require leveling and minor regulation after transportation, the buyer should expect to properly level and set up the clock after delivery.

A wonderful working example for a cuckoo clock, German clock or Black Forest clock collection.