About Us

Wooden-Gear-Clocks is family owned and operated by Jeff and Marcie Schierenbeck in Altoona, WI. They have been selling wooden gear clocks, clock kits, and clock plans since 2003.

The clocks are original designs by Jeff.  He made his first wooden gear clock (the Ascent) as a gift for his clock-loving father-in-law, cutting all parts by hand with a scroll saw.  He built additional clocks for other family members.  When others expressed interest in his clocks, he realized that it would not be possible to produce them cost effectively with a scroll saw.  So, precision laser cutting was introduced to allow accurate production of clock kits at a reasonable cost.    

A website followed, along with the production of another clock design.  Laser cutting was contracted out while packing and shipping were done in the Schierenbeck basement. 

The business continued to grow.  In 2007, a building was purchased and rennovated, and operations were moved out of the house to the new shop.  At the same time, a Kern CNC laser was purchased, and they began doing their own laser cutting.    

Jeff has enjoyed the entire process of bringing these clock to production. Now he and Marcie enjoy sharing their clocks with others in a way that allows them to experience the satisfaction of creating their own wooden gear clock. It has really been a joy meeting thousands of new friends with a common interest!

If you have any questions about our wooden gear clocks, or clocks in general, please contact Jeff. He's always happy to hear from others who share an interest in clocks!