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Brass, black, chrome, white, orange closed nuts or open nuts (right) for minute hands.

Brass, black, chrome, white, orange closed nuts or open nuts (right) for minute hands.

Parts & Repairs

Open and Closed Nuts for George Nelson Minute Hand

Minute Hand Nuts (Includes 2)
For Vitra produced George Nelson clocks that use a AA quartz battery movement only.
Closed Nut:
For clock models WITHOUT a second hand.
Open Nut:
For clock models WITH a second hand.
White & Orange Colors:
These two finishes are painted with a high grade stainless steel paint. All others are metal only.
Note:
If you purchase replacement hands or a movement (and select you are missing parts), we will include the correct nut free.
$8.00 - $10.00

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Open and Closed Nuts for George Nelson Minute Hand

$8.00 - $10.00
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In stock. Ships next business day from Charlotte, NC.

Specifications

  • Minute Hand Nut
  • For Vitra produced George Nelson Clocks
  • Not compatible with George Nelson electric clocks
  • Models that have a second hand use a closed nut.
  • Models that do not have a second hand use an open nut.
  • Closed or open nuts (depending on your model) are included with all hand purchases.
  • German produced replacement movements are available for purchase
quartz movement and hand replacement guide

George Nelson Hand / Movement Replacement Guide

View Replacement Guide

If you are ordering a replacement movement and check the box that you are missing install parts or if you are ordering replacement hands, we will include a nut. Vitra does not currently supply powder coated nuts. Options are brass, black or chrome only. You only need one nut type. If you have a clock with a second hand, you require an open nut. Closed nuts are for clocks without a second hand. We ship an extra nut for backup with each order.

Pre-Sale Questions

Is it difficult to replace the movement or hands?

If you’re mildly mechanically inclined, you can replace the movement and hands yourself. Otherwise, any reputable local clock repair shop or handyman can do it quickly, without the cost and risk of shipping your clock. See our Hand and Movement Replacement Guide.

Do your movements and hands come from Vitra?

Our movements come directly from the German manufacturer that supplies Vitra, so they are identical to the originals. Replacement hands come directly from Vitra, and we try to keep them in stock. We can’t get hands for clocks Vitra no longer produces. If buying from Vitra itself matters to you, you can order from them directly.

How long do the movements last?

With proper care, a quartz clock movement can last 10 to 25 years.

Why don’t you include other parts with the movement?

Most clocks that have stopped only need a new movement. Whether you also need a closed (end) nut, and in which color, or an open nut depends on your clock, so we’d rather send exactly what you need than guess. Our replacement guide shows which parts your clock uses. If you need them, just tick the parts box when you order.

Will replacing the movement lower my clock’s value?

No. It’s the same movement your clock came with. You’re welcome to keep the original, but repairing a quartz movement isn’t practical or cost-effective.

Do you test the replacement movements?

Yes. We run each movement briefly before it ships to make sure it works. If it doesn’t run once installed, we’ll replace it.

The minute hand fell off my clock. What do I need?

If your clock has no second hand, you need a closed (end) nut, which we sell separately. If it had a second hand that’s now missing, you need an open nut and a second hand. Hour and minute hands are sold as a set only and include a closed or open nut.

My hands are bent. Can I order new ones?

Minute and second hands, and some hour hands, are made to bend. Try gently straightening them first. We recommend replacing hands only if they’re badly damaged (for example, from a fall) or missing, as our supply is very limited.

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