Time Adjustment Shaft for Night and Tripod Clocks

If you are mechanically inclined, replacing the movement and/or hands is something you may be able to do yourself. If they are not tasks you can perform, it is a simple job for any reputable local clock repair shop (without the risks and expenses of shipping). Please consult our courtesy Guide for Hand/Movement Replacement.

We order movements directly from a German distributor so we can provide the specialty tool too. They are the same movements used in Vitra-produced George Nelson clocks. We order replacement hands directly from Vitra and can custom order what we do not have on hand. If it is important you order directly from Vitra, please order directly from Vitra.

With the proper care, quartz clock movements can last 10-25 years.

Whether you need an end nut (and what color) or open nut depends on your clock. Most clocks that have stopped working only require a new movement. We'd rather send you the right items than guess or waste parts. You can consult our replacement guide to see what additional parts you may need.

No, you are purchasing the same movement. If you want to keep the original movement after you replace it, do so. It's neither cost-effective nor practical to try repairing the original quartz movement.

No. It would add to your cost and has not been necessary.

You likely need an end nut or second hand; they hold the minute hand in place.

Minute and second hands (and some hour hands) are intentionally pliable. Try to straighten your hands first. We only recommend replacing if hands are severely damaged (by a fall or drop) or missing. Please be respectful of our very limited supply.