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Installing a new suspension spring is a delicate operation, especially with the miniature clocks, which use a very thin spring. Another problem is making the spring the correct length and getting the fork and lower block in the proper location. It is easier to install a complete suspension unit, which is a pre-assembled unit containing the spring, top block, fork and bottom block. For many clocks, you will need the Horolovar 400 Day Clock Repair Guide to determine the correct suspension unit.

The following list gives the suspension unit id number for the Schatz clocks:

• Schatz Standard model 49: Unit6789,
• Schatz Miniature model 53: Unit 10A,
• Schatz 1000 Day model 54: Unit 10B,
• Schatz midget, model JUM/7: Unit 10C.

If you run a clock repair shop, I recommend that you buy suspension units from your regular clock part supplier.

I am not a clock parts supplier and don’t intend to compete with those in the clock parts business. As a service to the individual who wants to buy a suspension unit, you may buy them from me, under the following terms:

1. Shipping to the USA and Canada only,
2. The unit MAY NOT be returned after its package has been opened,
3. Be aware that the clock may need more work beyond installing a suspension unit, so I do not guarantee that a new unit will make your clock work. If you need your 400 day clock repaired, see my Bill’s Clockworks web site,
4. Each suspension unit is $34, plus a fee of $8.00 for shipping and handling for the entire order in the USA ($10 for shipping outside the USA),
5. Please send a note with your name, address, e-mail address, the id number of the suspension unit you want, and your payment by check or money order in US Dollars to:

Bill’s Clockworks
8 W. Columbia Street
Flora, IN 46929

I will send the unit as soon as possible after receiving your check.