Echoing comments by others, the clock is well made and looks great overall. It's just darker than pictured. A little more contrast between clock face and hands would make it perfect. We only hear the ticking when right next to the clock
This clock is beautiful! The design is very sleek and clean, and it feels very well-made. There is no second hand, but there is a ticking sound. It does not bother me (I actually like it), but my husband hates it.
The hands on this clock are a very thin metal, but it all works so well together and is a great aesthetically pleasing and functional clock. I purchased the beige/white option.