Question 1

Does it chime, or does it just tell time and work the pendulum.  I want one that does not chime.

Accepted Answer

no chime, just works the hands and pendulum

Question 2

is this a high torque movement for 14" minute hand?

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I’m not sure if this will help but I installed this kit on a 24” clock face with a pendulum hole just above the “six”. I even shortened the pendulum rod about 4 inches to fit the hole. 
The clock kit has been holding the perfect time to the minute and has never lost a second!
Also the pendulum looks great and never stops! I’m very happy that I chose this kit!

Question 3

Can you tell me the size of the hands?

Accepted Answer

hour hand 1 1/2" minute and second hands 2"

Question 4

How far does the pendulum swing from side to side?

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The center of the pendulum "weight" travels about 2 to 3 inches back and forth.  The way it works is the pendulum hangs on a small arm with a permanent magnet on the arm, and the main mechanism has an electro-magnet coil that also doubles as a sensor.  You start the pendulum swinging then the sensor triggers a repulsive magnetic burst as the magnet on the small arm passes by, compensating for friction loss and maintaining the swing.  As the battery starts to weaken after 6 months or more, the "helper" burst weakens somewhat so the swing width becomes a little smaller.  When the battery is close to being discharged, the sensor circuit automatically disconnects to conserve battery life for the actual clock time-keeping.  This acts as a signal to replace the single AA battery.  My battery is currently getting nears its end of life, causing the pendulum to stop now and then.  I can still start it swinging manually and the "helper" circuit still keeps it going, for now.  The pendulum is just "for show" and does not affect the accuracy of the clock itself.

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Walnut Hollow Pendulum Clock Movement for 3/4-inch Surfaces, Small

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