Sometimes simple is the answer
And sometimes not. While visiting friend Ken this horology hack espied this: Attractive, spare design. Maybe 1920 or thereabouts? No obvious maker. "Beautiful clock. Does it run?" Ken told not a tale of woe rather that the pendulum wouldn't "keep going anymore". Doesn't know anything about clocks but loves this clock. "Want me to take a look?" He was thrilled. Transporting the clock your local horologist noted right away one critical problem with the clock. The movement seemed to shift in the case as it was moved. Ruh Roh. Back at the house and prior to landing in the shop it needed Bella inspection. Smells good. Now in the shop it was quickly clear what was happening with the movement. Here is the view opening the back door of the clock. That's a German movement. The "B&W" stamped on the plate is the mark of Berger & Würker. Not very well known but well regarded. What's that metal pin sitting on the bottom of the case? ...