I think the clock face graphic is the bit that slows your machine down. You should try switching it off and letting the rest of the model run without it. Currently GE is not very efficient at displaying graphics like this - even this crude picture puts a big load on your machine and the resolution is only 70x70.

As for the hands, it was sheer laziness. The big hurdle was getting the whole thing to run, and I just left the old hands on there. - Sid