How to hang a cuckoo clock?

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I have a very old German cuckoo clock with only a 1/4 inch hole in the back to hang it from. I have had it on a nail, but it keeps slipping and I'm afraid it will fall off - any other suggestions? - thanks

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Redcatcec on Jun 13, 2019

Hi Jeanette,
Have you thought about Command strips?
Be sure to get the proper strength ones for the weight of the clock.

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- Jeanette on Jun 13, 2019
  
  Thanks for the suggestion. I have used command strips before for lighter objects in the laundry room, but they consistently peel off eventually which would be disastrous for this clock. So, my question to you is...are you referring to the ones that peel off and stick to a wall or something else?
  
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- Redcatcec on Jun 13, 2019
  
  Yes, the peel and stick ones. Was trying to find a way to do this without entering the wall. Best to you and enjoy your cuckoo clock, it is good to hear you appreciate antiques.
  
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Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA on Jun 13, 2019

See if this helps.

https://www.hunker.com/13411094/how-to-hang-a-cuckoo-clock

My dad hung the one in their home, and I know he placed it where there was a stud to hang securely. Never came off the wall in any of the earthquakes it has been through.

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- Jeanette on Jun 13, 2019
  
  Earthquakes? Now that's a good clock, a real keeper. Thanks for the help
  
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- Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA on Jun 13, 2019
  
  Yes, I am in Southern CA, we shake, rattle and roll here on occasion. Hope the link was helpful! 🌞
  
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William on Jun 13, 2019

If you can't find a stud use a wall anchor and a screw. The head of the screw will prevent it from slipping off.

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- Jeanette on Jun 13, 2019
  
  Thanks for the advice - I'm sure I haven't had the clock on a stud, thus the slipping off the nail. I don't know what a wall anchor is though.
  
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William on Jun 13, 2019

Wall anchors

https://www.google.com/search?q=wall+anchors&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiZ3PKb0OfiAhUCM6wKHVFACcEQ_AUIESgC&biw=1093&bih=499

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- Jeanette on Jun 15, 2019
  
  Okay, thanks, I think I know now what to do!
  
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