The design here given for an old Dutch mante clock is suitable for making up for a Christmas present, and on that account will undoubtedly be welcomed at this time. The movement for which the dimensions are given is an eight day, front winding, 3 1/2 in. pendulum movement of low cost, manufactured by the Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomasville, Conn., but any other movement about this size can be used. That of an ordinary alarm clock will do, if the absence of the pendulum is no objection, though this adds much to the appearance. The wood should be oak, stained a dark green or brown, as preferred.

The dimensions of the various parts are clearly shown in the illustrations. The cross-pieces are mortised into the posts about 1/4 in., and are set back 3/16 in. from the outer edges of the latter. The diagonal cross pieces on the front and sides are 1/8 in. thick and nailed to the cross pieces with escutcheon pins, with the inner ends bent over to hold securely.

The case for the works is made from thin stock the bottom being left open. The dial is also made from a piece of thin stock, stained to match the rest of the frame and is held in place by small, round-head brass screws, one in each corner, which are put through the dial into blocks fastened to the sides of the case to receive them. The works have lugs at the back for fastening to the back of the case with screws, and should be put in place before fitting the dial. Care should be taken that the works are exactly "in beat" when in place, otherwise the clock will not run satisfactorily.

The figures on the dial can be cut out of thin white holly with a fret-saw, or pattern makers' metal figures may be used, but the latter are liable to tarnish. Lacquered brass figures are desirable when same can be obtained. They should be of the size known as 1/4 in. Gothic; the spacing can be taken from any clock, a circle being marked with dividers. The pendulum should be stained with the same stain as that for the frame, and a thin strip 3/8 in. wide attached to the wire pendulum rod with glue, which also should be stained. A wax finish is most suitable, but an oil and varnish finish may be used if desired.