Online shop for Swisscuckooclocks by Ltscher Ltd., Located in the heart of Switzerland, the picturesque village of Brienz is the home of the wood carvers. Founded in 1920, Ltscher Ltd. is the only genuine Swiss brand of cuckoo clocks in existence today. Ltscher operates two facilities in different parts of Switzerland which have specific duties in the manufacturing of the finished clocks. All of the initial steps involved in building the clocks are done in the woodworking facility in Brienz. All of the clocks are handmade, hand carved and hand assembled using aged linden wood. The making of these clocks is really an art form and the intricate details visible on most of the clocks are remarkable. Yet even with all the details, one is amazed to realize how sturdy and well built these gems actually are. The charming little chalet is truly a bit of Switzerland, calling to mind the sound of tinkling bells, melodious Alphorns and even Grandmaxs cosy kitchen, where the cuckoo on the wall sang forth the hours and captured nostalgic moments forever. Production in Brienz Our cuckoo clocks are made of linden wood. We keep the wood for three years to dry it naturally. This way of drying the wood is the only way to guarantee that the wood doesnxt crack any more in humid or dry air. This is the most costly way to manufacture clocks, but itxs what separates Loetscher clocks from others available from other countries. Geraniums are made out of sand from the lake of Brienz and the stones are collected in the mountains of the region. There are two typical types of chalets in Switzerland which are very famous :the Brienzer and the Emmenthaler. Production in Zrich Here we assemble cuckoo clocks with dancing figurines, waterwheel, animals and the cuckoo sound. Cuckoo clocks with music are equipped with the most refined swiss music movements which plays two melodies, one on half hour and one on the full hour. The mechanical movement is a chain-driven in one day or eight days with cuckoo-call and gongstrike every half and full hour. All our cuckoo clocks are controlled at least for three days before leaving the factory. Guarantee 1 year. Damage occurring as a result of transport or improper handling is not covered under the terms of the guarantee. Please note the following tips: You must send the clock well packed and isured to a service center as indicated. Do not send the pine cone weights. Chains must be secured properly and not tangled or loose. We hold no responsibility for loss or damage during transit. the sender's name and adress should be printed plainly on it. Also include a note as to the nature of the complaint. This guarantee does not cover: any problems caused by not following instructions in the instruction sheet, packed with your clock problems caused by carelessness or rough handling loose or tangled chains clogged bearings due to dust conditions repairs through a third party except authorised service centers If your clock is beyond the the repair will be sent, before any repair is started.