![]() "Actually we would be happy to hear something different but they're still what people like," Vafi said. The most popular tunes with the customers have been favourites for years – Edelweiss and Fröhlicher Wanderer (The Happy Wanderer). "It's a memory for them." Some of the clocks also feature music boxes, produced for Lötscher by the Reuge company of Sainte-Croix in the canton of Vaud. When people see that particular model, they can see Brienz or the Oberland," said Vafi. "If you go to the resort of Brienz, you can see plenty of them. The most popular model is the number 570, which represents a typical chalet of the Bernese Oberland. The more popular are those with the one-day movement because, it seems, people like the daily ritual of pulling the chain. The mechanical movement is chain driven for one or eight days with cuckoo-call and gong strike every half and full hour. There is only one left and that is in Germany." But Lötscher prides itself that all the added value on its clocks is "Swiss made".Īssembly includes adding dancing figurines, waterwheels, animals and of course the cuckoo sound to the chalets. "We don't have any factories here making movements for cuckoo clocks. It might sound un-Swiss that the movement inside Lötscher clocks is German, but there is a very good reason for that. Assembling the final clock is no easy matter when you consider that the wood tends to expand and contract. ![]() We use linden wood which is naturally dried so it doesn't crack," Vafi explained. "It takes about three months to make the wood case. Lötscher has two facilities in Switzerland, with the woodcarving carried out in the Bernese Oberland village of Brienz – renowned for the skills of its wood workers – and Fällanden near Zurich, where the clocks are assembled. The company's clocks are at the top range of the market, requiring much skill to marry the delicately carved wood and the mechanics. ![]() One is the wooden part and the other is the mechanical part, made out of metal." It's typically Swiss and is a Swiss invention," company director Bijan Vafi told swissinfo. But the Lötscher company, based near Zurich, can boast it makes the only genuine Swiss cuckoo clocks in the world. The Black Forest region of southern Germany is where cuckoo clocks - mostly depicting a hunting scene - have their real nest. What could come as a surprise however is learning that Switzerland is not in fact the home of the cuckoo clock and that many of the cheap quartz clocks on sale are made in China, South Korea and Japan. If you don’t see a personalisation section, you can always message the seller with your request too.This content was published on NovemNovember 24, 2006 Some sellers on Etsy also offer personalized, made-to-order items in case you’ve found something you love but want to make it even more uniquely yours. Not ready to check-out just yet? Simply ‘favourite’ your picks with the heart button to access easily at a later time! Shipping policies may vary, but some of our sellers may offer free shipping when you purchase from them. ![]() From the latest trends to all-time classics, you’ll find a number of choices when exploring the offering by our seller community. You can find more details in the description section on the right side of every listing page, including the delivery and return policies, to help you make an informed decision during your shopping experience. Use the filter to refine the search results as per your requirements and lock down on the item that fits the bill. There may be different types of german cuckoo clock sold by sellers on Etsy, and you’ll be sure to find something that fits your needs and aesthetic perfectly. Our global marketplace is a vibrant community of real people, ranging from makers and independent designers to creative entrepreneurs, connecting over special goods so you can browse the latest german cuckoo clock listings by Etsy sellers from, not just all corners of India, but also around the world. Looking to shop german cuckoo clock? You’ve come to the right place! On Etsy, you can find a wide range of german cuckoo clock online in India, from one-of-a-kind handcrafted options to vintage treasures ready to be loved again. ![]()
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