The Black Forest Clock Association "VdS"

The VdS, or Black Forest Clock Association in English, is a collective of clock suppliers and producers located in the Black Forest region of Germany. Cuckoo clocks are a very important cultural item for the people of the Black Forest. The VdS was created not only to guarantee that your clock is entirely locally sourced and produced but that it also adheres to strict guidelines of quality and performance. Your clock will come with a Certificate of Authenticity, shown below: