Share your favorites on Show & Tell

Gray / London Bracket clock

In Clocks > Mantel Clocks > Show & Tell.
Mantel Clocks406 of 716H.A.C. mantel clockMy Girlfriends Seth Thomas Clock
5
Love it
2
Like it

kerry10456kerry10456 loves this.
jscott0363jscott0363 loves this.
SEAN68SEAN68 loves this.
charmsomeonecharmsomeone likes this.
shawnicusshawnicus loves this.
Bruce99Bruce99 likes this.
fortapachefortapache loves this.
See 5 more
Add to collection

    Please create an account, or Log in here

    If you don't have an account, create one here.


    Create a Show & TellReport as inappropriate


    Posted 10 years ago

    Kydur
    (103 items)

    I acquired this clock for $15 through a local online Buy & Sell. I have quite a few clocks of various styles and ages but have never encountered the movement on this one before. I think I've since determined that it's a "Bracket" clock, although I still have a bit of research to do to learn about how I might get it ticking again!

    I know nothing about it other than it was given to the person who sold it to me by their Grandfather shortly before he died. They didn't have any other information. It's in REALLY rough shape; the veneer will break and flake off with the slightest touch and it's very dusty/dirty.

    I have searched for hours online and haven't seen anything close to the case design (especially the art deco-like flourish at the top), although I've found several matches for the dial and movement. At this point I'm leaning towards the "Gray" on the dial referring to "Benjamin Gray". Can anyone confirm that or steer me right?!

    I haven't taken it apart yet since it's so fragile, and although I doubt the case is restorable I'd sure hate to do further damage to a rare and treasured relic if that's what it turns out to be!

    There's no marks on the back of the movement, nor anywhere on the case, and no paper (or even remnants of paper) glued to the wood panels. The door on the back is missing so perhaps there was more info forever lost on a label attached to that.

    It's 18.5" tall, 6.5" deep, and 12" wide. It's missing a side vent, the dome glass, and likely other stuff I'm unaware of. If I could find a photo of a similar clock I'd know what my goal would be when attempting a restoration or rebuild.

    Once I summon up enough courage, and have done more research, I'll carefully take it apart, clean it and see if I can get it working. Restoring the case may be a lost cause.

    If anyone knows more about this clock and could help solve some of the mystery for me that would be great!

    logo
    Mantel Clocks
    See all
    RARE Antique 19thC Ithaca Calendar Clock #8 Double Dial Carved Walnut & Ebony
    RARE Antique 19thC Ithaca Calendar ...
    $213
    Rare Antique Ithaca Clock Co Parlor Calendar Clock 3 1/2 Double Dial
    Rare Antique Ithaca Clock Co Parlor...
    $450
    Antique Striking Mantel Clock , Bronze ?, Brass ?
    Antique Striking Mantel Clock , Bro...
    $99
    Antique Ansonia Porcelain Clock
    Antique Ansonia Porcelain Clock "Os...
    $51
    logo
    RARE Antique 19thC Ithaca Calendar Clock #8 Double Dial Carved Walnut & Ebony
    RARE Antique 19thC Ithaca Calendar ...
    $213
    See all

    Want to post a comment?

    Create an account or login in order to post a comment.