"Junghans wall clock with brackets: A minor adjustment creates a significant impact"
In the quest for suitable replacement polished brass corner feet for a 1911 Junghans bracket clock, also known as model 7020, here are some strategies to consider:
- Specialized Clock Parts Suppliers
Seek out suppliers that specialise in antique clock parts. These vendors, such as Timesavers, Merritt’s Antiques, or Antique Clock Supply, often cater to European clocks and might have brass corner feet or can custom-make parts. Even if they don't list the exact part, they often have similar feet or can direct you.
- Antique Clock Repair Shops
Get in touch with experienced clockmakers or restoration experts who work specifically with antique bracket clocks. They often have access to original parts or can fabricate replacements that match the original style. If there’s a horological society or a clock repair professional in your area, they may either have parts or recommend sources.
- Online Marketplaces and Auction Sites
Explore places like eBay, Etsy, or specialist auction houses for vintage or NOS (new old stock) parts. Sometimes, original parts from similar Junghans clocks or other German bracket clocks can be adapted. Use search terms like “brass corner feet clock,” “brass bracket clock feet,” or “Junghans clock parts.”
- Custom Fabrication
If original parts are impossible to find, a skilled metalworker or clock restorer may be able to fabricate replacement feet based on pictures or surviving pieces. Polished brass can be replicated and finished to closely match the original appearance.
- Junghans Collectors and Forums
Engage with Junghans collector forums or antique clock communities online. Enthusiasts often share resources or have spare parts. Providing photos or measurements will help when approaching suppliers or restorers.
Since your clock is from 1911, finding exact original parts may take patience, but combining these avenues is your best bet for suitable replacement polished brass corner feet. It's worth noting that the owner's usual supplier in Canada, Perrins, has a limited selection of clock case corner feet.
In the exploration for suitable replacement polished brass corner feet, one could delve into the realm of interior-design by investigating vintage clocks, such as the 1911 Junghans model 7020, in online marketplaces and auction sites like eBay and Etsy, or even in home-and-garden specialized auction houses. Another approach could be engaging with lifestyle-focused communities, particularly Junghans collectors and enthusiasts in forums, who might have spare parts or resources to share.
