Jerger Chess Clock - 1970-1980 Germany - Chess set - King Time - Wood

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Vintage Circa 1970-1980 Jerger "King Time" Mechanical Chess Clock – Made in West Germany – Wooden Case Tournament Timer

Add a piece of classic chess history to your collection with this vintage mechanical chess clock by Jerger, manufactured in West Germany (bearing the original "King Time" box and branding).

Featuring two reliable mechanical clock faces with clear white dials and red indicators, this analog tournament timer is housed in a sturdy natural light hardwood case. It includes the iconic top push buttons and visual red flag drop indicators designed to track tournament time controls. A fantastic collector's piece, a wonderful conversation piece for your study or living room, and an essential find for chess enthusiasts, mid-century or retro decor lovers, or vintage timepiece collectors.

Condition: Vintage pre-owned condition complete with its original green and red retail box. Shows minor signs of age-appropriate wear consistent with history, including a small handwritten "HEJ" mark on the back housing (please refer to photos). Mechanically classic and visually striking.

Origin: Made in West Germany (Jerger Uhren)

Model: King Time

Material: Natural light hardwood housing, polished gold-tone metal bezels, and glass face covers.

Perfect for display, casual play, as a conversation piece, or as a distinctive decorative accent.

Vintage Circa 1970-1980 Jerger "King Time" Mechanical Chess Clock – Made in West Germany – Wooden Case Tournament Timer

Add a piece of classic chess history to your collection with this vintage mechanical chess clock by Jerger, manufactured in West Germany (bearing the original "King Time" box and branding).

Featuring two reliable mechanical clock faces with clear white dials and red indicators, this analog tournament timer is housed in a sturdy natural light hardwood case. It includes the iconic top push buttons and visual red flag drop indicators designed to track tournament time controls. A fantastic collector's piece, a wonderful conversation piece for your study or living room, and an essential find for chess enthusiasts, mid-century or retro decor lovers, or vintage timepiece collectors.

Condition: Vintage pre-owned condition complete with its original green and red retail box. Shows minor signs of age-appropriate wear consistent with history, including a small handwritten "HEJ" mark on the back housing (please refer to photos). Mechanically classic and visually striking.

Origin: Made in West Germany (Jerger Uhren)

Model: King Time

Material: Natural light hardwood housing, polished gold-tone metal bezels, and glass face covers.

Perfect for display, casual play, as a conversation piece, or as a distinctive decorative accent.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Wood
Designer/artist/maker
Jerger Chess Clock - 1970-1980 Germany
Model/name
King Time
Country of origin
Germany
Condition
Near mint
Height
15 cm
Width
22 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
DenmarkVerified
Private

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