Elma Watch Timing Machine / Timegrapher - 1955 - Clock/watch tools
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Metal Elma Elmatest watch timing machine, estimated period 1950–1960, in good condition with small signs of aging, dimensions 9 × 17 × 25 cm, Germany origin.
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Vintage Elma Elmatest Watch Timing Machine / Timegrapher – c. 1965
A fascinating vintage Elma Elmatest timegrapher, dating from around 1965, made for professional watchmakers to analyse the accuracy and beat of mechanical watches. The Elmatest is an early transistorized timing machine with an integrated mechanical paper recorder, producing graphical traces on a continuous paper strip.
The machine retains its original paper-feed mechanism, roller assembly and paper roll with carbon ribbon. The front panel provides settings for 18,000, 19,800 and 21,600 beats per hour, typical frequencies for vintage mechanical watches.
A particularly attractive piece of mid-century horological and industrial design, ideal for a watchmaker, horology collector, museum or vintage scientific-instrument collection.
Condition
Good original vintage condition with authentic age-related wear, scratches and patina to the painted housing.
The machine has not been fully tested for electronic operation, calibration or printing accuracy. As a seller I dont not have the specialist knowledge required to safely test or calibrate this precision instrument and has deliberately refrained from doing so in order to avoid damaging the mechanism.
The internal paper mechanism appears complete and the rollers can be operated. The external acoustic microphone is not included.
Details
Manufacturer: Elma, Germany
Model: Elmatest
Serial number: 64453
Period: approx. 1965
Type: Mechanical watch timing machine / timegrapher
Beat settings: 18,000 / 19,800 / 21,600 BPH
Power: 220 V / 50 Hz
Dimensions: approx. 9 × 17 × 25 cm
Weight: approx. 3.1 kg
Seller's Story
We are a passionate team of skilled collectors dedicated to sourcing truly unique and rare vintage pieces. On Catawiki, we showcase only our finest finds. Carefully curated, lovingly selected, and offered with the lowest possible shipping rates as a service to our buyers.
Every item is professionally packed the very next day and shipped via registered mail for a safe and reliable delivery.
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Vintage Elma Elmatest Watch Timing Machine / Timegrapher – c. 1965
A fascinating vintage Elma Elmatest timegrapher, dating from around 1965, made for professional watchmakers to analyse the accuracy and beat of mechanical watches. The Elmatest is an early transistorized timing machine with an integrated mechanical paper recorder, producing graphical traces on a continuous paper strip.
The machine retains its original paper-feed mechanism, roller assembly and paper roll with carbon ribbon. The front panel provides settings for 18,000, 19,800 and 21,600 beats per hour, typical frequencies for vintage mechanical watches.
A particularly attractive piece of mid-century horological and industrial design, ideal for a watchmaker, horology collector, museum or vintage scientific-instrument collection.
Condition
Good original vintage condition with authentic age-related wear, scratches and patina to the painted housing.
The machine has not been fully tested for electronic operation, calibration or printing accuracy. As a seller I dont not have the specialist knowledge required to safely test or calibrate this precision instrument and has deliberately refrained from doing so in order to avoid damaging the mechanism.
The internal paper mechanism appears complete and the rollers can be operated. The external acoustic microphone is not included.
Details
Manufacturer: Elma, Germany
Model: Elmatest
Serial number: 64453
Period: approx. 1965
Type: Mechanical watch timing machine / timegrapher
Beat settings: 18,000 / 19,800 / 21,600 BPH
Power: 220 V / 50 Hz
Dimensions: approx. 9 × 17 × 25 cm
Weight: approx. 3.1 kg
Seller's Story
We are a passionate team of skilled collectors dedicated to sourcing truly unique and rare vintage pieces. On Catawiki, we showcase only our finest finds. Carefully curated, lovingly selected, and offered with the lowest possible shipping rates as a service to our buyers.
Every item is professionally packed the very next day and shipped via registered mail for a safe and reliable delivery.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We are always happy to help.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Elma Watch Timing Machine / Timegrapher - 1955
Weight
3.1 kg
Country of Origin
Germany
Material
Metal
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
9 cm
Width
17 cm
Depth
25 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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