Pigeon racing clock - Metal - 1950-1960

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Rare mechanical racing clock for homing pigeons produced by La Ledoise (Belgium), active in the mid-20th century in the field of pigeon racing.
Robust object, entirely made of metal, housed in its original hammered green box with a front window and a leather handle.

The mechanism is complete, with a numbered upper disc, front reading window, side lever, and original key, an element not always present. Serial number: 18501.

Used to record the arrival time of the pigeon by inserting the ring into the rotating mechanism. An iconic historical tool of European pigeon racing.

Weight: 3.8 kg

Conditions
Good overall condition for age.
Complete with original key.
Integral mechanism, not tested for operational functionality.
The case shows normal signs of use and age.
Transparent plastic windows in good condition.
Everything is visible in the detailed photos.

Rare mechanical racing clock for homing pigeons produced by La Ledoise (Belgium), active in the mid-20th century in the field of pigeon racing.
Robust object, entirely made of metal, housed in its original hammered green box with a front window and a leather handle.

The mechanism is complete, with a numbered upper disc, front reading window, side lever, and original key, an element not always present. Serial number: 18501.

Used to record the arrival time of the pigeon by inserting the ring into the rotating mechanism. An iconic historical tool of European pigeon racing.

Weight: 3.8 kg

Conditions
Good overall condition for age.
Complete with original key.
Integral mechanism, not tested for operational functionality.
The case shows normal signs of use and age.
Transparent plastic windows in good condition.
Everything is visible in the detailed photos.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Clock type
Pigeon racing clock
Material
Metal
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power Reserve
1 day movement
Striking
Not striking
Country of Origin
Belgium
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
1 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Estimated Period
1950-1960
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Objects sold
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