Hermle HM1161-853-114 Mechanical Grandfather Clock Movement

The Hermle HM1161-853-114 is a premium German-engineered mechanical movement designed for traditional grandfather and longcase clocks. Known for its reliability and precision, this movement is part of the respected Hermle 1161 series and is widely used in both new clock builds and professional restorations.

This is an 8-day, cable-driven movement, powered by three weights and designed to run for approximately one week on a full wind. It features a triple-chime mechanism, offering Westminster, Whittington, and St. Michael melodies, with quarter-hour chimes and a full hour strike. A chime selection and silencing option allows the user to customize sound operation as needed.

Designed for a 114 cm pendulum length, this movement delivers the classic slow, authoritative tick-tock expected from a traditional grandfather clock. The rear-mounted hammer assembly is compatible with standard chime rod sets, making installation straightforward in most longcase clock cabinets.

Built with durable brass plates and precision-cut steel components, the HM1161-853-114 is engineered for long service life and consistent timekeeping. Its handshaft length accommodates thicker dials commonly found on floor clocks, making it a direct replacement for many original Hermle movements used by major clock manufacturers.

Key Features & Specifications

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  Mechanical 8-day movement

  
  


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  Cable-driven (3-weight operation)

  
  


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  Triple chime: Westminster, Whittington, St. Michael

  
  


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  Quarter-hour chime with hour strike

  
  


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  114 cm pendulum length

  
  


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  Rear hammer configuration

  
  


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  Solid brass plates

  
  


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  Made in Germany