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Handcrafted Wooden Clocks by Gary Johnson

Gary Johnson creates unique, handcrafted wooden clocks, designed and built one at a time. Each clock combines fine woodworking, original design, and working wooden clock mechanisms. These functional works of art reflect exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, setting them apart from mass-produced products.

Intricate wooden wall clock featuring exposed gears and Roman numeralsA skilled craftsman wearing safety glasses works on assembling a wooden frame in a workshop

Unique Wooden Clock Designs

Gary has several distinctive clock designs, a selection of which is showcased below. By using a different combination of woods for each clock, he creates a truly unique masterpiece every time. Each clock represents between 400 and 500 hours of dedicated labor, with prices ranging from $13,800 to $36,000. To date, Gary has built 62 clocks, including those displayed below.

While most of the individual clocks featured below have been sold, all designs can be recreated using a choice of wood. For a current inventory list or to discuss a custom order, please contact Gary.

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Open-Frame Style Clock

Open-Frame Style Clock

Woods Used: Claro Walnut and Paradox Claro Walnut
Size: 6′ x 19″ 

Wall Clock

Wall Clock

Woods Used: Mahogany, Bubinga, Yellow Heart, and Gumwood 
Dimensions: Height: 75 in. | Width: 33 in. 

Station Clock

Station Clock

Woods Used: Mahogany, Bubinga, Yellow Heart, and Purple Heart
Dimensions: Height: 7 ft. 10 in. | Base: 17 x 18 in. 

Arching Stand Clock

Arching Stand Clock

Woods Used: Bubinga, Mahogany, Yellow Heart, Maple, and Cocobolo
Dimensions: Height: 7 ft. | Base: 30 x 17 in. 

Freestanding Clock

Freestanding Clock

Woods Used: Bubinga, Mahogany, Cherry, Walnut, and Maple
Size: 6′ x 34″

Open-Frame Style Clock

Open-Frame Style Clock

Woods Used: Mahogany, Quilted Maple, and Cocobolo
Size: 6′ x 19″

Freestanding Style Clock

Freestanding Style Clock

Woods Used: Zebrawood, Mahogany, and Satinwood
Size: 6′ x 34″

Freestanding Style Clock Woods Used Jatoba mahogany

Freestanding Style Clock

Woods Used: Jatoba and Mahogany

Wall Style Clock - Framed

Framed Wall Style Clock

Woods Used: Peroba Rosa, Mahogany, Walnut, and Cocobolo
Size: 48″ x 27″

Wall Style Clock - Walnut Burl

Walnut Burl Wall Style Clock

Woods Used: Walnut and Mahogany
Size: 33″ x 36″

Freestanding Wenge bubinga quilted maple

Freestanding Clock

Woods Used: Wenge, Bubinga, and Quilted Maple
Size: 6′ x 34″

Freestanding Bubinga Quilted maple jarrah

Freestanding Clock

Woods Used: Bubinga, Quilted Maple, and Jarrah
Size: 70″ x 34″

Freestanding Jarrah walnut curly birch mahogany

Freestanding Clock

Woods Used: Jarrah, Walnut, Curly Birch, and Mahogany
Size: 75″ x 34″

Open-Frame

Open-Frame Clock

Woods Used: Jarrah, Curly Birch, and Walnut
Size: 6′ x 19″

Wall Clock Jarrah Quilted Maple California Black Walnut Cocobolo

Wall Clock

Woods Used: Jarrah, Quilted Maple, California Black Walnut, and Cocobolo
Size: 4’9″ x 2’9″

Wooden model of a vintage steam locomotive, featuring detailed craftsmanshipTall, vintage wooden chest of drawers with a mirror on top. It features multiple compartments, including a partially opened drawer with red lining.Wooden jewelry box with multiple drawers and compartmentsWooden storage box with two small drawers and a hinged lid.

Custom Woodworking Projects

In addition to his specialty in handcrafted wooden clocks, Gary also explores other woodworking projects, a selection of which is showcased below. Each project reflects his appreciation for fine woodworking and thoughtful craftsmanship. Be sure to check back for more photos and examples of his work.