SMITHS Car Dashboard Clock, Hand-Wound Mechanical, 1920s-1940s
SMITHS Car Dashboard Clock, Hand-Wound Mechanical, 1920s-1940s
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This dashboard clock is from Smiths, a company known for its clocks and instruments. This clock, which was literally attached to a car dashboard, was manufactured between the 1920s and 1940s. As it is a very old clock, there are scratches and tarnish on the metal parts, small scratches and cloudiness on the glass, and slight rust on the dial. However, there is no major damage that detracts from the appearance, and it is in good condition considering its age.
I've been running and adjusting the watch for about a week, and the time is currently accurate to within ±2 minutes per day. However, as you use it, it may run too fast or slow, so please be patient and adjust it as you go. The mainspring will run for about two days when fully wound, but we recommend winding it once a day.
Its sturdy construction, weight, and texture make it a truly eye-catching watch, but it also has no major damage and is highly accurate, making it a valuable piece. While its maintenance history is unknown, it is perfect for someone who will treasure it and pass it on to future generations.
Operation: The operation is very simple; simply wind the mainspring to set the time. However, if the time starts to run too fast or too slow as you use the watch, try opening the time adjustment cover and adjusting the lever (F: fast, S: slow).
Left: Mainspring (winding this mainspring makes the watch work)
Center: Time setting Right: Speed adjustment
By the way, the device is asymmetrical, so if you place it as is, it will roll to the left. We recommend placing it between books or other items.
About SMITHS
Smiths, which began as a jewelry shop in 1851, was ahead of its time and released an automobile speedometer in 1904. It later expanded its range to include instruments for aircraft, and continued to grow.
On the other hand, Smiths began manufacturing watches in 1884 and has been making solid timepieces, but they are inevitably overshadowed by the many watches made by Swiss manufacturers.It is a little-known fact that Sir Hillary was wearing a Smiths watch when he made the first successful ascent of Mount Everest in 1953.
Size : Case outer diameter approx. 8.9cm, depth approx. 4.8cm
Delivery
60 size
Related Categories
Interior , clock
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I've been running and adjusting the watch for about a week, and the time is currently accurate to within ±2 minutes per day. However, as you use it, it may run too fast or slow, so please be patient and adjust it as you go. The mainspring will run for about two days when fully wound, but we recommend winding it once a day.
Its sturdy construction, weight, and texture make it a truly eye-catching watch, but it also has no major damage and is highly accurate, making it a valuable piece. While its maintenance history is unknown, it is perfect for someone who will treasure it and pass it on to future generations.
Operation: The operation is very simple; simply wind the mainspring to set the time. However, if the time starts to run too fast or too slow as you use the watch, try opening the time adjustment cover and adjusting the lever (F: fast, S: slow).
Left: Mainspring (winding this mainspring makes the watch work)
Center: Time setting Right: Speed adjustment
By the way, the device is asymmetrical, so if you place it as is, it will roll to the left. We recommend placing it between books or other items.
About SMITHS
Smiths, which began as a jewelry shop in 1851, was ahead of its time and released an automobile speedometer in 1904. It later expanded its range to include instruments for aircraft, and continued to grow.
On the other hand, Smiths began manufacturing watches in 1884 and has been making solid timepieces, but they are inevitably overshadowed by the many watches made by Swiss manufacturers.It is a little-known fact that Sir Hillary was wearing a Smiths watch when he made the first successful ascent of Mount Everest in 1953.
Size : Case outer diameter approx. 8.9cm, depth approx. 4.8cm
Delivery
60 size
Related Categories
Interior , clock
