Woodstock Percussion WGBLG2 Woodstock Garden Bell, Large

• Precision tuned using a sophisticated digital analysis
• Lifetime tuning guarantee
• Handcrafted in the USA and weather protected
• Use only non-endangered North American hardwoods
• Measures 13 by 10 by 24 inches

Amazon.com Review:
The sounds of nature are sweet, but the music of chirping birds, chattering squirrels, and rustling leaves is even sweeter when accompanied by Woodstock's large garden bells. These charming sound sculptures will catch the wind, delighting your guests' ears and eyes. The bells are designed not only to endure--but also to be enhanced by--all seasons: as the bells fill with rainwater, their tones change. The brass bells are set in a weather-resistant "GardenStone" base, ensuring stability in even the windiest of climates. These garden bells are also available in a smaller version. Woodstock prides itself on being a socially responsible company, explaining that "through the sale of our chimes we proudly support the arts, as well as many environmental and humanitarian causes." Add some harmony to your yard or garden while contributing to the harmony of the earth.

These are lovely chimes:
I was pleased with the visual blending of the brass chimes in my garden. Also, the synthetic rock base to which they are attatched looked surprisingly realistic among the natural rock. Where I live there is seldom enough wind to make them ring, though. However, my outdoor cats have become fond of ringing them and I am considering buying a second one.

unique and delightful:
ordered these and received them promptly...they add a mystical aspect to my newly designed garden...during spring it's slightly windy here and the bells make a light, dancing music day and night.

the bells don't chime they clang:
I was really looking forward to receiving this. The shipping was exceptionally fast. The chime bells really don't make a nice chime, they sort of clang, so needless to say, I was quite disappointed. I thought they were way over priced considering the poor chime.

dissatisfied customer:
I am not pleased with the chimes as they do not chime; even in rain and stronger wind, I have yet to hear the tones I had expected.

Neat idea, doesn't quite work:
Some friends gave us a set of these as a house-warming gift about 10 years ago. We've had them at houses in both Washington (lots of rain) and California (lots of wind). Honestly I've never heard them chime except when I or the dog bump into them. Natural forces just don't push them around enough to make any noise. They do make a pleasant noise when bumped. It's a neat idea, and they don't look too bad sitting around, but you'd be much better off with a conventional wind chime if you want to hear anything.