THE WUBA SALENDER CLOCK

 

THE RARE WUBA SALANDER CLOCK

Date; 10th Feb 2026

Not to be mistaken with Zansee clocks. 

THE WUBA SALANDER CLOCK

Not to be mistaken with the newer Zansee clocks these are often referred to as "Almelo style" wall clocks, named after the town where they were manufactured.

This clock has a moon face and fits that classic Dutch aesthetic,—it is a Sallander.

While WUBA/Warmink produced both types, the Sallander and the Zaanse are distinct families. Think of them like two different cousins from the same Dutch family: one is the "traditionalist" (Zaanse) and the other is the "sophisticate" (Sallander).

How to Confirm it's a Sallander

The Sallander (named after the Salland region in the East Netherlands) has specific features that distinguish it from the Zaanse:

The Moon Phase: This is the biggest giveaway. True historical Zaanse clocks almost never had moon phases. Sallanders nearly always do.

The Pendulum: On a Zaanse, the pendulum is often a "Horseman." On a Sallander, the pendulum is usually a shining brass Sun which in Dutch Clockmaking symbolises “Time” as a celestial constant.

The Woodwork: Zaanse clocks are usually made of Oak or Nutwood with very straight, "architectural" lines. Sallanders are often made of Walnut and have softer, more rounded, "cloud-like" curves on the wooden backboard.

The Figures: Instead of the figure of Atlas holding the world (common on Zaanse clocks), a Sallander usually has three brass ornaments on top—often a central finial or urn flanked by two smaller ones. (not found here)

The Weights: Unlike the Zansee that has Ornamental weights the Sallander comes with 2 solid cylindrical brass weights.

 

Setting your WUBA Salander Moon Faced Dial.

To set your Wuba clock accurately for today,

Monday, February 9, 2026, follow these steps based on the current lunar cycle and standard Wuba mechanism guidelines.

1. Current Moon Status

Today if the moon is in its Third Quarter (Last Quarter) phase. 

• Illumination: Approximately 48–50%.
• Lunar Age: It has been roughly 22 days since the last New Moon.
• Visual Appearance: Only the left half of the moon is visible (in the Northern Hemisphere). 

2. How to Set the Dial

Wuba/Warmink clocks generally use a "click" system for the moon disc.

1. Preparation: Ensure your clock is not currently between 9:00 o’clock and 2:00 o’clock, as the internal gears may be engaged to move the moon dial automatically.
2. Locate the Moon Disc: Gently place your thumb on the moon face visible through the top arch.
3. Advance to Full Moon: Rotate the disc clockwise (to the right) until the moon is perfectly centered under the  “V” (Pointer) at the top of the arch. This represents the Full Moon phase.
4. Do not do any advancements at the full hour or the half hour when the clock is due to ring, wait at leas a full 7 minutes after ringing time.
5. Adjust for Today: Since today is roughly 9 days past the last Full Moon (which was on February 2), gently click the dial forward 9 times.
6. Final Check: The moon should now be exiting the "arch" on the right side, with only less then left half of its circle visible. 

Important Precautions

• Never Force It: If you feel significant resistance, do not force the disc. This means the clock’s automatic advancement pin is currently engaged. Wait 4–6 hours and try again.
• One Direction Only: Only rotate the disc clockwise; turning it backward can damage the delicate "click spring". 

 The v-notch (or small pointer) at the center of the arch is the reference point for the peak of the lunar cycle.

Aligning the moon face directly under that notch signifies a Full Moon. The plan to use the 15th day of the Chinese Lunar calendar is a clever and highly accurate method, as that calendar is specifically designed to align the 15th day with the full moon. 

Refining Your Setup

• The "Click" Count: When you adjust the dial, each "click" or tooth on the gear represents one lunar day (roughly 24 hours).
• • Safety Timing: To avoid damaging the internal gears, do not adjust the moon dial between 9:00 PM and 3:00 AM on the clock's time. This is when the automatic advancement pin is usually engaged.
  • Direction: Always push the dial clockwise (usually to the right). 

   

  You can track the moon's daily progress on the Time and Date Lunar Calendar or see a visual representation of today's phase on MoonGiant. These are websites.

  Does the moon disc on your clock have numbered days (1–29) printed along the top arch, or is it a plain painted scene?

  This moon disc has no numbers on top to show the days it has a v notch (pointer) on top of the moon dial in the centre, that is the date of the full moon. That being the case you can wait for the date of the full moon on the Chinese Lunar Calendar and move the dial (move only clockwise) clock wise or you may break the spring that facilitates the movement of the moon dial with gears.

This clock has just been fully serviced at the Old Cloxhibhition  and will be delivered to it's owner soon together with a Gilbert (Admiral) Architectural Clock. mantle