Physical: The ornate American-made case measures 26"w at the widest point at the top x approximately 90" high x 10" deep. It is our understanding that several companies made cases similar to this one into which they mounted imported movements.The 12" porcelain dial is original and has a sweep seconds hand. Note the unusual little dots at each hour – in our opinion that just makes the dial a little more interesting. At some point way back it appears that the finish was overcoated (typical). The tips of the finials were recently re-turned by a top antiquities restorer.

NOTE: Sometimes lighting is difficult in places where clocks are located. In this case, because the wood is dark colored, it is somewhat difficult to see all the detail, so we considerably lightened one copy of the front photo. It blows out the really light parts of the photo, but lets you see the carving detail all in one photo a little bit better than the conventional front photo.

Mechanical: The single-weight, eight-day, time-only Swiss pinwheel movement was recently professionally overhauled and is in excellent running order, ready for years of great service for you. We spoke directly to the gentleman who overhauled it and he said that he movement was of extremely high quality... good thing to know. The porcelain dial, hands, and beautiful lyre pendulum are all original to the clock.

Comments: This is a stunning piece that will look a heckuva lot better hung in a place with less "visual noise" in the background. Perhaps that should be your entryway... or family room. Give us a call to make it your own!

Questions? Contact us by phone at 760-604-0262, or e-mail.

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Ansonia “ General” in Walnut
(the real thing, not one of those Chinese knockoffs)

Isn't it sad that we have to have the subheadline above? Oh, well. We just wanted to get it right out front that this is a real Ansonia General model, long one of the mainstay large format clocks for collectors of American clocks.

Provenance: We know a little history on this clock as we sold it to the present owner several years ago. The previous owner was not a clock collector, but a senior in Nashville who was downsizing. He bought this clock now about 35 years ago from an elderly retired professor from Vanderbilt who had brought it from the Baltimore area.

Physical: The case measures approx 29"w x 68"h x 7.25"d and retains the original finish. The 18" diameter dial retains the original paint and has some minor chips around the screw holes on the edge (covered by the bezel with it is closed) and on some numerals. All of this is age-appropriate. A majority of the American clocks of this stature and age we see have either repainted or peeling dials; so this one is a nice exception.

Mechanical: The eight-day, dead-beat, retaining-power, double-weight, time-only movement is original to the clock and is in good running order.

Comments: If you are a collector and don't presently own a General, here is your opportunity to own a nice clean original.

Questions? Contact us by phone at 760-604-0262, or e-mail.

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Original Putnam Station (torn down in 1907)		Trains at Putnam Station (click photos to enlarge)
Not many of Ansonia's largest wall Regulator, the No. 17, survived their years of industrial service. And most of the ones we know about were missing case parts that had to be re-manufactured. We know, because this clock has been used for the model for several of them!

Provenance: Fairly extensive research, as gathered by the Aspinock Historical Society of Putnam, CA will accompany delivery of this clock about the Putnam, CT railway station in which it hung for most of its life. That makes it extra special. If you're from Putnum or the surrounding areas, why not make it a project to get this clock "back home"? We'll be glad to assist!

The Norwich and Worcester Railroad Co. started its service between Norwich, CT and Worcester, MA in 1839, on of the first railroads in the U.S. The freight revenue from the many textile mills along its line made it a money-maker for years. The textile mills have all closed down now, but new industries do use the line for freight business.

The railroad building itself is no longer used as a station; passenger trains were discontinued in the 1960s. The station now houses several businesses. We have 30-40 pages of documentation of the railroad and Putnum, including copies of the "County Observer" from April 18, 1906 with an article about the new railroad station as it was being built.

Physical: The c.1894 oak case measures 26.25"w x 92"h x 11.5"d and is in excellent condition. The finish was professionally restored in 2002 and it's a beautiful piece! All parts are original except the left side glass which was artfully replaced during the restoration process. The 12" porcelain dial is original to the clock and in excellent condition.

Mechanical: The eight-day, weight-driven pinwheel movement features a sweep second hand and is in excellent running order. It was overhauled in 2002 and lubricated in 2006. The lyre pendulum is in excellent original condition. The weight is original, too.

Comments: This is a major clock because of its rarity, unique Victorian design, its massive size, and because of the documentation about its past life (provenance). If you've the space and the budget, this clock will make a major statement in your home. Enough, already. You know what to do!

Questions? Contact us by phone at 760-604-0262, or e-mail.

Gilbert Regulator No. 18 in Cherry
With Mercury Jar Pendulum

Here's one of the big beautiful Gilbert Jeweler's regulators ready for a focal point in your home or office...

Physical: Cherry case measures 78"h 22.5"w and was refinished about two years ago. The top had been incorrectly repaiared and was taken apart and reglued correctly at that time. Upper finials are exact replacements machined on a CNC and undetectable from originals. Correct 12" porcelain dial and mercurial compensating pendulum with three cut glass jars. Original putty around windows is starting to fall out in small places and shipping could make that more pronounced.

Mechanical: Eight-day time-only movement has deadbeat escape,ment, retaining power and a sweerp second hand. All mechanical parts are original and it is running but has not been overhauled recently.

Comments: We just don't see these available any more. Move on it while you can!

Questions? Contact us by phone at 760-604-0262, or e-mail.

Note: We were told by our consignor that the closeup of the crown probably best represents the true color of the clock.

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Ansonia Jeweler's Pinwheel Regulator 14 in Walnut

Here is a phenomenal Ansonia clock that will take your breath away... and that of anyone who visits your home or office. It's a literal show-stopper.

Physical: The walnut case measures 24"w x 84"h x 9"d an was professionally restored recently. As you can see in the photos, it is in fabulous condition. The 11" porcelain dial with sweep second-hand and the lyre pendulum with compensating rods are also in excellent condition.

Mechanical: The extremely high quality (probably Swiss) single-weight pinwheel escapement movement was overhauled in 2007 and is ready for years of great service for you.

Comments: These big guys don't come along often, especially not in such beautiful shape as this clock. If you've been holding a place for a grand dame to occupy your wall, here she is!

Questions? Contact us by phone at 760-604-0262, or e-mail.

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Difficult-to-Find
Large Waterbury Regulator No. 9 in Oak

Here is one of the most sought-after large Waterbury regulators. Not only are there only a handful around, but the ones that occasionally appear are often missing the elaborate (and pretty much unreplaceable) crown. Not so in this case. Check it out for yourself:

Physical: The ornately carved case, which measures 76.25"h x 22"w x 10.5" d was professionally restored within the past few months. It is absolutely stunning! The beat-plate is typical of the large Waterbury regulators.

Mechanical: The 60-beat large number 120 Waterbury eight-day, time-only movement features a deadbeat escapement and retaining power. These large Waterbury movements have the Waterbury name ornately cast into the front plate and are stamped with the movement model number. This movement was recently professionally overhauled and is in excellent running order.

Comments: This is a very unusual clock, harder than heck to find... and you usually can't pry them loose even then. So, here's your opportunity to pry one loose immediately; we won't put up a fuss!

Questions? Contact us by phone at 760-604-0262, or e-mail.

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Here is an absolutely fabulous Welch Spring clock, c.1874 that's coming out of a major collection where there is downsizing. And, not only is it a beauty, but its companion clock, Regulator No. 5 is also available. In a pure marketing ploy, for lack of a better term(!), we've got a "lure photo" here (large and small) to get you salivating about owning the pair!

These clocks are presently located in a very narrow hallway, so we had some serious photographic challenges trying to get a photo of the front. Our answer to that: take photos from both sides plus direct shots of the sections of the clock knowing that the buyer will be fully able to see what's offered here. This is an extremely unusual opportunity to own a rare pair of gorgeous Welch Spring clocks!

Physical: This model was produced beginning in 1874. The walnut case is stunning, no question about it. The case measures 16.5"w x 41"h x 6.5"d and bears the original finish. The upper front glass is very wavy. The lower front glass has bubbles in it. According to the original catalogue the backboards on this model were flocked, which you can see in the background texture of the photo of the original label, but the flocking doesn't seem "fuzzy". As with Regulator 5, note the fabulous finials on both the sides, top and bottom of this clock!

The 7.5" dial has the original paint and is in excellent condition.

Mechanical: The original movement is 30-day, time-only, and spring-driven. It was professionally overhauled in 2005 and is in excellent running order. The original catalogue shows a movement patent date of 1870. This same movement was used in the Welch No.5 Calendar clock.

Comments: This is a lot of clock a