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# Where can I get replacement Pendulum parts?

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## Replacing Lost Pendulum Parts

By and large, replacing a lost [pendulum part](https://www.clockworks.com/clock-parts/clock-pendulum-parts.html) from its assembly is a process. It is more complicated than just matching up the broken [pendulum part](https://www.clockworks.com/clock-parts/clock-pendulum-parts.html). Certainly, narrowing it down requires a different method than just observation. The following text will guide you through that process.

## The lost pendulum

First, [identify the movement](https://www.clockworks.com/clock-movement.html) manufacturer. This is the beginning step to identify a lost [clock pendulum](https://www.clockworks.com/clock-parts/german-mechanical-clock-pendulums.html). This is done by getting the movement numbers off of the back plate of the movement itself. That is to say, it will not be in the manual that came with the clock. Moreover it will also not be on any stickers or the clock case. Match the movement number here to find out [who made the movement](https://www.clockworks.com/clock-movement.html). Finally, proceed to the [pendulum page](https://www.clockworks.com/clock-parts/german-mechanical-clock-pendulums.html). This is the first step in replacing a lost [pendulum](https://www.clockworks.com/clock-parts/german-mechanical-clock-pendulums.html) as well as replacing lost [pendulum parts](https://www.clockworks.com/clock-parts/clock-pendulum-parts.html).

## Lost pendulum leader

The [leader](https://www.clockworks.com/product/clock-pendulum-leader) hooks to the [suspension spring](https://www.clockworks.com/product/clock-pendulum-suspension-spring-hanger). The [suspension spring](https://www.clockworks.com/product/clock-pendulum-suspension-spring-hanger) is located at the top of the movement. The [pendulum](https://www.clockworks.com/clock-parts/german-mechanical-clock-pendulums.html) hangs onto the [leader](https://www.clockworks.com/product/clock-pendulum-leader). All or some of these parts are what you need to order to replace lost pendulum parts. Again, the order of the parts is the [suspension spring](https://www.clockworks.com/product/clock-pendulum-suspension-spring-hanger), the [leader](https://www.clockworks.com/product/clock-pendulum-leader), then the [pendulum](https://www.clockworks.com/clock-parts/german-mechanical-clock-pendulums.html).

If the [leader](https://www.clockworks.com/product/clock-pendulum-leader) is missing, identify who made the movement. Use the above information to correctly identify the movement so it is possible to replace the pendulum part. The [leader](https://www.clockworks.com/product/clock-pendulum-leader) possibilities are narrowed down considerably upon knowing who made the movement. This makes things much easier when replacing lost pendulum parts. After knowing the manufacturer, match the information to a [leader](https://www.clockworks.com/product/clock-pendulum-leader) shown on this page. In the final analysis, visually inspect the [pendulum hook](https://www.clockworks.com/product/clock-pendulum-top-hooks-for-wood-stick) style, the crutch on the back of the movement, and the suspension hook. Finally, compare the components of the clock to the options in that manufacturer category to figure out the best one. Replacing lost [pendulum part](https://www.clockworks.com/clock-parts/clock-pendulum-parts.html) can be tricky however with these descriptions the task should be less daunting.

## The lost suspension spring

First know that [style A](https://www.clockworks.com/product/mechanical-clock-suspension-spring) is the very most common [suspension spring](https://www.clockworks.com/product/clock-pendulum-suspension-spring-hanger) style in existence. Check the top of the [pendulum leader](https://www.clockworks.com/product/clock-pendulum-leader) and if there is a double hook on the end it will be [style A](https://www.clockworks.com/product/mechanical-clock-suspension-spring) required for the clock. Generally speaking, [style A3](https://www.clockworks.com/product/mechanical-clock-suspension-spring) is used for large grandfather units, [A2](https://www.clockworks.com/product/mechanical-clock-suspension-spring) for grandmother and wall clocks, and [A1](https://www.clockworks.com/product/mechanical-clock-suspension-spring) for mantle clocks. [Suspension spring](https://www.clockworks.com/product/clock-pendulum-suspension-spring-hanger) are one of the easier parts to ascertain when replacing lost [pendulum parts](https://www.clockworks.com/clock-parts/clock-pendulum-parts.html).

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